Governor Pritzker Updates NFL on Bears' Stadium Options Amid Political Dispute
Governor J.B. Pritzker has updated NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on the Chicago Bears' stadium options, focusing on Arlington Heights, Illinois, and Hammond, Indiana. Pritzker emphasized that these are the only viable sites, dismissing Chicago as an option. This update comes amid a public dispute with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, who is making efforts to retain the team in the city. The Bears have purchased the Arlington Heights site, but Indiana's legislative support for a stadium adds complexity to the decision. The Illinois Senate faces a May 31 deadline to pass a stadium tax proposal.