Bears say they have "exhausted every opportunity to stay in Chicago"
The Chicago Bears have announced they will not remain in the city after exhausting all opportunities to do so. The team stated that there are no viable sites in Chicago for a new stadium. Their focus has shifted to potential locations in Arlington Heights and Hammond.
- ▪The Chicago Bears have exhausted every opportunity to stay in Chicago.
- ▪The team has identified Arlington Heights and Hammond as the only viable stadium locations.
- ▪Illinois is working on a package to support the Bears' stadium development in Arlington Heights.
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