Coal City 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 Coal City, IL community.
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Illinois COVID-19 Cases
Illinois Total Coronavirus Cases: 4,136,659
Illinois New Coronavirus Deaths:
Illinois Total Coronavirus Deaths: 42,005
U.S. Total Coronavirus Cases: 107,184,620
U.S. New Coronavirus Deaths: 8
U.S. Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,166,662
Coronavirus News for Coal City
Why Coal City, Illinois is Less Dangerous Than Most U.S. Cities
Cities across the United States have been reporting a spike in gun violence and homicide during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the first six months of 2020, there was a nearly 15% increase in murders ... More info »
24/7 Wall St - 11/17/2020 05:30amCoronavirus deaths hit nearly seven-month high in Illinois - Chicago Sun-Times
Delta’s deadly toll: Illinois COVID-19 deaths hit nearly seven-month high as city travel advisory expands to entire nation The virus has killed 241 residents statewide so far this month, the ... More info »
Chicago Sun-Times - 09/07/2021 12:00pmCoal mining continues during coronavirus pandemic. Experts say that puts miners’ health at risk. - The Washington Post
When Pennsylvania ordered coal mines closed because of the coronavirus, then reversed course and declared them to be “essential,” West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, who made a fortune in coal ... More info »
The Washington Post - 03/23/2020 12:00pmHow do you feel your community is responding to the coronavirus crisis:
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