Indiana's Bid to Attract Chicago Bears Faces Setback with Illinois Legislation
Indiana's efforts to lure the Chicago Bears to build a new stadium in Hammond have encountered a setback following the Illinois House's approval of a bill that could keep the team in Chicago. The legislation offers significant tax incentives for large developments, including a proposed stadium in Arlington Heights, a Chicago suburb. The bill would freeze the Bears' property tax bill and provide tax breaks potentially saving the franchise millions annually.