University Police investigating reported sexual assault
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois — University of Illinois Police officers responded to 57 E. Springfield Ave., Champaign, at 6:46 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, to investigate a sexual assault reported earlier that morning. While attempting to make contact at the property, a house that was supposed to be vacant and is scheduled for demolition, officers observed several individuals fleeing the building. Additional UIPD officers responded to assist, and police stopped two individuals who had run from the house. They reported that multiple people remained inside and that weapons might be present. Due to the potential presence of weapons and additional individuals inside, officers [...]
University of Illinois Police arrest suspect in shooting near campus
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois — An 18-year-old Urbana man was arrested Monday morning for his role in an Oct. 18 shooting just off campus that left another person seriously injured. Immediately following the incident near Fifth and Green streets, Champaign, UIPD officers and detectives quickly developed suspect information by obtaining eyewitness accounts and video footage provided by local citizens. The Illinois State Police assisted in gathering evidence at the scene. Based on the investigation, UIPD detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Decoven Stephens, 18, of Urbana, and a search warrant for his residence. Both warrants were executed on October 20, 2025, with [...]
UIPD investigating shooting near Green and Fifth streets
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois — At approximately 12:26 a.m. on October 18, 2025, the University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) responded to reports of gunfire near the intersection of Green and Fifth Streets in Champaign. Officers arrived on scene within about a minute and discovered one male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. An Illini-Alert was issued at 12:29 a.m., advising the public to avoid the area. UIPD officers flooded the search area, but the suspect was not located. The victim received immediate medical attention and was transported to Carle Hospital, where he underwent surgery and is still receiving medical care. UIPD Crime [...]
Illinois Division of Public Safety and Illini Athletics to Provide Upgraded Security at Memorial Stadium Entrances
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – The University of Illinois Division of Public Safety and the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) have added walk-through metal detection systems to all Memorial Stadium entrances, it was jointly announced. With season tickets sold out for the first time in more than 20 years, record crowds are expected, and keeping fans safe is a top priority. Fans visiting Memorial Stadium will have a similar entry experience to other major professional and collegiate sports venues around the United States. Fans will keep their belongings with them while passing through the upgraded metal detection system, and anyone who triggers an [...]
No firearm recovered following early-morning Illini-Alert
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – University of Illinois Police officers responded to a Campustown bar early Tuesday morning for reports of an armed subject. At approximately 12:11 a.m. Aug. 19, UIPD officers stopped at The Red Lion, 211 E. Green St., Champaign, to engage with employees when a security manager reported a safety concern that prompted an Illini-Alert emergency notification. The security manager told officers there had been an altercation in the bar and that one of the individuals involved fled the area and was possibly armed with a firearm. While speaking with officers, the security manager pointed out two men involved [...]