Bears say they have "exhausted every opportunity to stay in Chicago"
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Key Points:
- The Chicago Bears have officially stated they have exhausted all opportunities to remain in Chicago, closing the door on building a new stadium in the city after more than 100 years.
- The team confirmed that the only viable stadium locations under consideration are Arlington Heights, Illinois, and Hammond, Indiana.
- This statement is firmer than a previous one, emphasizing that a decision between the two sites is expected by late spring or early summer.
- Indiana is prepared to support the Bears' stadium plans, while Illinois is working on a package to assist with building on the team's property in Arlington Heights.
- The Bears appear determined to build their new stadium exclusively in one of these two locations, ruling out other options.