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Chicago Mayor Fights to Keep Bears Amid Indiana Temptation

1/15/2026

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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson urges the Chicago Bears to stay in Chicago amid speculation of a move to Indiana.
Governor J.B. Pritzker has refused to fund a new stadium, citing taxpayer concerns.
Indiana Governor Mike Braun is courting the Bears with incentives and land offers.
The Bears are evaluating options in Indiana and have surveyed season-ticket holders about a stadium 20 miles from Chicago.

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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson urges the Chicago Bears to stay in Chicago amid speculation of a move to Indiana.
Governor J.B. Pritzker has refused to fund a new stadium, citing taxpayer concerns.
Indiana Governor Mike Braun is courting the Bears with incentives and land offers.
The Bears are evaluating options in Indiana and have surveyed season-ticket holders about a stadium 20 miles from Chicago.