Rabies in Illinois
4 confirmed rabies reports in Illinois, 4 still active. About this disease: symptoms and prevention.
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Rabies · in wildlife
Active · Jun 18, 2026
Leland
Rabid bat found in a private residence in Leland, DeKalb County's first of 2026. Leland straddles the LaSalle line, so this is pinned to the verified DeKalb County side. Exact address not disclosed
Source ↗Rabies · in wildlife
Active · May 28, 2026
Woodstock
First rabies-positive bat of 2026 season found inside a McHenry County home; resident received PEP. County-only, pinned at county seat
Source ↗Rabies · in wildlife
Active · May 14, 2026
Morrison
Rabies-positive bat, Whiteside County, per IDPH 5/14 release; identified earlier in 2026, exact date not disclosed; pinned at county seat
Source ↗Rabies · in wildlife
Active · May 14, 2026
Springfield
Rabies-positive bat, Sangamon County, per IDPH 5/14 release; identified earlier in 2026, exact date not disclosed; pinned at county seat
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