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IL: Hospitalizations Jump 12% In 2 Days, 2,000+ Cases For 8th Day
Illinois on Wednesday reported 2,862 new cases of the coronavirus and 49 more deaths from COVID-19. The positivity rate continued to rise.

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Illinois on Wednesday reported 2,862 new cases of the coronavirus and 49 more deaths from COVID-19. The positivity rate continued to rise.

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