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Below, you’ll find the latest COVID-19 data from the City’s Health and Human Services Department. Visit the City’s updated COVID-19 dashboard (view on mobile) for additional information and metrics.
Confirmed daily cases
The average number of confirmed daily COVID-19 cases has continued to decrease in Evanston. Over the last seven days, there was an average of approximately two new cases per day. For the seven days prior, there was an average of approximately three new cases per day.
Evanston has had 766 confirmed COVID-19 cases to date, with 34 of those cases currently active. Sadly, 66 Evanston residents have died of illness or complications related to the disease, an increase of seven from last week.
 Click to enlarge. (LTCF indicates long-term care facility.)
Hospital admissions
The number of COVID-19 hospital admissions has continued to steadily decrease, reaching the lowest level since the City began tracking this metric.
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Testing
The City’s seven-day moving average daily test positivity rate (the percentage of those tested who tested positive for COVID-19 over a seven-day period) continues to trend downward, decreasing to 1.54 percent on June 18. More than 7,500 residents have been tested so far.
Additional graphs and data
Community testing events
The City’s Health and Human Services Department is partnering with AMITA Health St. Francis Hospital to offer two COVID-19 health screening and testing events to Evanston residents who may not otherwise have access to testing or online virtual health visits. Community testing will be offered at the James Park Field House parking lot, located on Mulford Street west of Dodge Avenue and the Levy Senior Center, on the following days while supplies last:
- Monday, June 22, 10 a.m. to noon
- Monday, June 29, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Testing will be offered in a drive-through format; however, walk-ins will also be accepted. Testing is free, and no appointment is needed to participate.
 Click to visit cityofevanston.org/recovery and find more detailed reopening information and schedules.
Safe Reopening
The City of Evanston is working within the guidelines of the State’s Restore Illinois plan to get back to a new normal of work and recreation, while prioritizing the health and safety of residents and staff. Visit the City’s Safe Reopening web page for the status and reopening schedule for each of the City facilities, amenities and programs listed above. Please note that this is subject to change based on public health guidelines.
Playgrounds and basketball courts
As Illinois moves towards Phase 4, which could begin as early as June 26, the City is awaiting further guidelines from the Illinois Department of Public Health regarding the use of playgrounds and basketball courts. Currently, the use of these facilities is prohibited under Phase 3 State public health guidelines. Stay tuned for updates.
 Public Health Reminders
Although Evanston and Illinois are making progress in the fight against COVID-19, we must not get complacent. Remember to continue to:
- Practice physical distancing
- Wear a face covering in public settings when distancing is not practical
- Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly
- Stay home when sick
Thank you for doing your part.
Equity-Driven Community and Grant Programs
Governor JB Pritzker announced a package of State grant programs to support communities and businesses impacted by the pandemic and recent civil unrest.
The grant programs will operate with equity requirements, ensuring that disproportionately impacted areas (DIA) receive their fair share of support.
Programs include:
- Businesses in DIAs - $20 million for businesses that are located in a subset of DIAs that have recently experienced significant property damage, providing 1,000 grants of $20,000 each
- Bars and Restaurants - $20 million for bars and restaurants unable to offer outside service, providing at least 1,000 grants of up to $20,000 each
- Barbershops and Salons - $10 million for barbershops and salons, providing 1,000 grants of $10,000 each
- Gyms and Fitness Centers - $10 million for gyms and fitness centers that have lost significant revenue due to COVID-19, providing 500 grants of $20,000 each
Thanks for reading. Happy Juneteenth and happy Father's Day!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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