Benton and other towns across Illinois are putting proactive measures in place to quell the spread of COVID-19. Disruptions to school, work, and major public gatherings are already manifesting and it’s important to stay up to date on what’s happening in the Benton, IL community.

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Illinois COVID-19 Cases

Illinois New Coronavirus Cases:
Illinois Total Coronavirus Cases: 4,136,659
Illinois New Coronavirus Deaths:
Illinois Total Coronavirus Deaths: 42,005
U.S. New Coronavirus Cases: 1,648
U.S. Total Coronavirus Cases: 107,184,620
U.S. New Coronavirus Deaths: 8
U.S. Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,166,662
Last updated June 10, 2023
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Coronavirus News for Benton

Southern Illinois reports zero available ICU beds this week, amid COVID-19 surge - Chicago Tribune

An Illinois region reported Monday and Tuesday that it ran out of intensive care unit beds, a milestone that has meant delayed surgeries and, in some cases, longer waits for appropriate care. More info »

Chicago Tribune - 09/14/2021 01:52pm

Mask requirements issued for Benton High School, Grade School to revisit plans Monday | Coronavirus - WSIL-TV

BENTON, IL (WSIL) — Students at ... Covid-19 infections hit over 200,000 worldwide. Mar 18, 2020; Coronavirus. Biden to announce new eviction ban due to COVID spread. Aug 3, 2021; Coronavirus. More info »

WSIL-TV - 08/19/2021 12:00pm

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