Indiana lawmakers announced on February 19 that they are negotiating a deal to potentially relocate the Chicago Bears from Soldier Field to a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana. The proposed $2 billion project is contingent upon passing a bill that outlines the financial framework, with Governor Mike Braun emphasizing the need for a public-private partnership. The Bears’ dissatisfaction with ongoing negotiations in Illinois has prompted this move, catching Chicago leaders off guard. The bill has passed the Senate and is set for a vote on the House floor.
