Woman killed in shooting at UIC campus parking garage

Police believe the incident may have been related to a domestic dispute

Feb. 3, 2026 at 9:47pm

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A woman was shot and killed inside a parking garage on the campus of the University of Illinois at Chicago on Tuesday afternoon. According to UIC police, the woman was visiting UI Health for an appointment when she was shot, and while a motive hasn't been officially determined, it is believed the shooting may have been related to a domestic dispute.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about campus safety and security, as well as the broader issue of gun violence in the Chicago area. The University of Illinois at Chicago is a major urban public research university, and an event like this on its campus can have significant impacts on the surrounding community.

The details

Police say the woman was shot to death inside a parking garage in the 1100 block of South Wood Street. There is no ongoing threat to the campus at this time, and UIC Police are investigating the incident. Authorities are encouraging anyone with information to contact the police or use the campus' anonymous incident reporting form.

  • The shooting occurred on Tuesday afternoon.

The players

UIC Police

The campus police department at the University of Illinois at Chicago, which is investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

UIC Police are continuing their investigation into the shooting and are asking for the public's help in providing any information related to the incident.

The takeaway

This tragic shooting on the UIC campus underscores the ongoing challenges of campus safety and gun violence in urban areas, and the need for continued vigilance and proactive measures to protect students, faculty, staff, and visitors.