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Chicago Bears advance plans for new stadium in Hammond, Indiana

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 4:38 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Chicago Bears advance plans for new stadium in Hammond, Indiana

Summary

The Chicago Bears’ Board of Directors has voted to proceed with plans for a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana, as reported on June 5, 2026. This decision comes after the Illinois State Government did not approve a new stadium site in Arlington Heights. Fans have expressed strong discontent with the move, attributing it to political challenges in Illinois. The exact location of the stadium in Hammond is yet to be determined, but this marks the first time the Bears have voted on any potential site.

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By the Numbers

•Bears Board voted to advance stadium plans on June 5, 2026.
•Illinois government rejection led to the Hammond location.
•Fans criticize Illinois politicians for the team's move.
•Exact stadium site in Hammond still to be selected.

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4:38 PMYahoo Sports — “Lmao Democrats Ruining the City”: Chicago Bears Fans Explode Over Reports About the Franchise Choosing Its New Stadium Site in Hammond Indiana

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Over this past weekend, the Illinois State Government couldn’t approve a new stadium for the Chicago Bears in Arlington Heights, Illinois. It also appeared as if getting a new stadium in downtown Chicago, Illinois was also not an option for the future. They currently play at Solider Field, but the years of playing in Chicago, […] The post “Lmao Democrats Ruining the City”: Chicago Bears Fans Explode Over Reports About the Franchise Choosing Its New Stadium Site in Hammond Indiana appeared first
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