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Illinois Moves to Keep Bears Amid Stadium Rivalry

2/10/2026

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  • Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced progress in talks with the Chicago Bears to keep them in Illinois.
  • A coalition of suburban leaders urged swift action during the legislative session to back Arlington Heights stadium.
  • Indiana proposed a $3.5 billion publicly funded stadium, raising Illinois concerns about losing the Bears.
  • Pritzker said any agreement must protect taxpayers and that the Bears would cover construction costs.