SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Sunday reported 2,727 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, including 9 additional confirmed deaths. Currently, IDPH is reporting a total of 319,150 cases, including 8,984 deaths, in 102 counties.
Williamson County led southern Illinois counties in total cases reported Sunday.
Local case breakdown:
- Williamson County: 20
- Franklin County: 17
- White County: eight
- Jackson County: seven
- Saline County: six
- All cases are in isolation.
The preliminary seven-day statewide positivity rate regarding total tests from October 4-10 is 4.2%.