Sangamon hits ‘alarming’ 49 COVID cases in a day

Sangamon County Wednesday reported its highest daily total of new COVID-19 cases – 49 – part of a trend of rising numbers the director of the county’s health department called alarming.”People are not listening or taking advantage of the guidance to wear masks and socially distance,” said Gail O’Neill, the department director. “That appears to be the problem, especially in so many young people.”Bars, restaurants and families were key to the […]