Chicago Bears to make announcement Thursday, says Hammond mayor
NBC Chicago • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

The mayor of Hammond, Indiana, announced that the Chicago Bears are set to make an announcement on Thursday. Mayor Tom McDermott shared that the team communicated this decision to him. Details regarding the content of the announcement have not yet been disclosed. Fans and analysts are awaiting further information as the date approaches.
- •Mayor Tom McDermott confirmed the announcement from the Bears.
- •Announcement scheduled for Thursday.
- •No details on the announcement content provided yet.
- •The Bears have not discussed the reason for the announcement.
- 7:33 PMNBC Chicago — Hammond mayor says Chicago Bears are expected to ‘make announcement' Thursday - NBC 5 Chicago
"The mayor of Hammond, Indiana, says the Chicago Bears have informed him they plan on making an announcement Thursday.
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