The Chicago Bears have proposed a $4.7 billion plan for a new domed stadium next to Soldier Field, aiming to host major events like the Super Bowl. Illinois lawmakers are considering whether to allocate public funds for the project. The Bears discussed the proposal with top aides to Governor J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday. The Governor's office has called the current proposal a non-starter, citing concerns about using public subsidies for sports stadiums. The team also owns 326 acres in Arlington Heights, suggesting alternate possibilities for the stadium's location.
Details on today's meeting between Governor's office (not the gov himself) and the Bears: @cbschicago https://t.co/KwviodyFDQ
Post-Bears meeting: "...As the Governor has said, the current proposal is a non-starter for the state. In order to subsidize a brand new stadium for a privately owned sports team, the Governor would need to see a demonstrable and tangible benefit for the taxpayers of Illinois." https://t.co/XDvAJFnZGC
NEW: The Illinois Governor's office confirms state officials spoke with the Chicago Bears today about a proposed new indoor stadium. The Governor's Press Secretary tells @ABC7Chicago: "As the Governor has said, the current proposal is a non-starter for the state. In order to…
The Chicago Bears are meeting for the first time Wednesday with top aides for Governor JB Pritzker to talk about the possibility of a new lakefront stadium. https://t.co/NKk09DEfVo
BREAKING: I have obtained exclusive footage of Illinois Deputy Governor Manar escorting the Bears lead negotiator to a Statehouse elevator following today’s Bears pitch to the Governor’s staff for a stadium subsidy. https://t.co/IAZkhGBcMB
Hearty best wishes to the @ChicagoBears staff presenting their reasons the team deserves a(nother) several hundred million dollar taxpayer stadium subsidy to the Governor’s staff today! https://t.co/MLh1mkY2w6
Last week, the Chicago Bears formally unveiled a $4.7 billion plan for a domed stadium next to Soldier Field. But to officials in Arlington Heights, where the Bears still own 326 acres, the team is saying there’s still a chance for them. @AEricFisher explains ⬇️
The #Bears are scheduled to meet today with top aides of Gov. Pritzker to discuss the team's new lakefront stadium plans. Can they sway the governor? #NFL https://t.co/0I69bfWl2I
The #Bears are scheduled to meet today with top aides of Gov. Pritzker to discuss the team's new lakefront stadium plans. Can the Bears sway the governor? #NFL https://t.co/1rthZx9xRf
The Bears haven't even taken to the field for their Illinois state stadium play -- and already it looks like they'll need a Hail Mary pass. @TinaSfon reports. https://t.co/wbz0qmAPOj
The Chicago Bears on Wednesday will for the first time discuss their proposal for a lakefront stadium with two top aides for Gov. J.B. Pritzker, who already has publicly and privately criticized the use of public subsidies for new sports stadiums. https://t.co/tPCiSJHIPQ
As the Chicago Bears prepare to unveil their vision for a new downtown stadium, projects in other NFL cities could prove instructive. More from @danwiederer, @ChiTribKane and @RobertMcCoppin https://t.co/NoqbkP6Aam
The Chicago Bears’ proposed new stadium could draw huge events like the Super Bowl, but who will profit the most? https://t.co/uGUgUcrs7m
ICYMI: Last week, the Bears gave fans and Chicago a first look at what they are proposing to build along the city's lakefront https://t.co/Udk18ceSYU
Illinois lawmakers may decide if Chicago Bears get public dollars for a new stadium https://t.co/EoN54AODZC