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‘Can’t afford to lose [them]’: State rep from Lake County unveils legislation to keep Chicago Bears in Illinois

A state representative from Lake County said Monday he has unveiled “straightforward” legislation designed to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois after the team announced it was officially moving to Indiana. Illinois State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Lake Barrington) announced Monday a “straightforward business proposal” designed to keep the Chicago Bears in the state while protecting […]

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Chicago Bears announce expanding stadium search to ‘wider Chicagoland area,’ NW Indiana

The Chicago Bears have expanded their stadium search from Arlington Heights to the “wider Chicagoland area,” as well as northwest Indiana, as they seek government financial incentives. Chicago Bears President & CEO Kevin Warren made the announcement on Wednesday in an open letter to Bears fans. Warren said the team is focused on building a […]