Illinois lawmakers aim to secure Bears stadium deal amid competition
Suntimes.com • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 7:29 PM
Last updated May 29, 2026
State Rep. Buckner expresses optimism that Illinois lawmakers will finalize a deal to keep the Chicago Bears in the state. With time running out, he believes a solution can be reached before the franchise considers offers from Indiana. Arizona lawmakers have been working on the proposal as discussions intensify. A resolution could influence the future of the Bears in Illinois, amid ongoing negotiations and competition from out-of-state options.
- •Illinois lawmakers are working to retain the Chicago Bears.
- •State Rep. Buckner shows confidence in securing a deal.
- •The Bears may consider offers from Indiana if no agreement is reached.
- •Discussions are ongoing with urgency as deadlines approach.
- 7:29 PMSuntimes.com — State Rep. Buckner predicts last-minute score for Bears stadium in Arlington Heights - Chicago Sun-Times
"It's fourth down and the clock is ticking in Springfield, but Buckner is confident that lawmakers will “find a deal that works to keep the Bears in the state of Illinois” and prevent Chicago’s NFL franchise from accepting a more lucrative offer from Indiana.
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