Gov. Pritzker Criticizes Mayor Johnson's Lack of Plan to Retain Bears in Chicago
Governor JB Pritzker has criticized Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson for not having a concrete plan to keep the Chicago Bears in the city. Pritzker's comments come amid ongoing discussions about the Bears' potential relocation to Arlington Heights or Hammond, Indiana. The governor highlighted that Johnson's approach to the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority and his broader dealings with the Illinois General Assembly have been ineffective. Pritzker noted that while Johnson had previously proposed a domed stadium near Soldier Field, the plan required significant public funding and did not progress in Springfield. The Bears are currently considering only two sites for their new stadium, both outside Chicago, and Pritzker is working with state lawmakers on a bill that would facilitate the Bears' move to Arlington Heights by allowing them to negotiate property tax discounts with local school districts. 
