Chicago Bears move forward with Indiana stadium
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Community group Near South Planning Board said the team's move out of Soldier Field will result in potential economic losses for Chicago, from less tourism and visitor spending to fewer jobs.
The Chicago Bears are one step closer to calling Indiana “home” after the team’s Board of Directors met and voted to advance stadium plans in Hammond, Indiana.
The Chicago Bears no longer seem committed to staying in Chicago, as the Bears are proceeding with plans to build a stadium in Hammond, Indiana. But the big issue is that Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson wants to keep the team in Illinois.
Friday's announcement from the Bears regarding the intention to move forward with a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana doesn't mean much, because it's not binding on the Bears.