Bears hold off stadium-subsidy efforts in Springfield — for now
'Our process to find the best stadium solution for our franchise, our fans and the region continues to be methodical and intentional," the statemen...

'Our process to find the best stadium solution for our franchise, our fans and the region continues to be methodical and intentional," the statement said. "Thanks to the leadership of Mayor Brandon Johnson and his team, we have recently engaged in positive and productive discussions with the city of Chicago. We also continue to have dialogue with officials in Arlington Heights and other Chicagoland locations about a Chicago Bears stadium project. At this time, we want to appropriately explore all opportunities for the development of a world-class stadium and therefore will not be pursuing legislative support for mega project incentive legislation in the Illinois General Assembly's fall veto session.