Bears abandon Chicago after ‘exhausted’ relocation options, eye Arlington or Hammond

Why Chicago’s Last-Ditch Efforts Failed

The Chicago Bears have officially closed the door on Soldier Field, declaring they have “exhausted every opportunity” to remain in the city after a century. With only two stadium sites now under consideration—Arlington Heights, Illinois, and Hammond, Indiana—the team’s future hinges on a decision that could reshape the franchise’s legacy and the NFL’s Midwest footprint. … Read more