"Bears Push for New Stadium Amid Political and Financial Hurdles"

At the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting, Chicago Bears President Kevin Warren reiterated his pitch for a new domed stadium, emphasizing its potential economic benefits. However, Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor J.B. Pritzker, who are crucial to the proposal's success, remained silent on the issue. Pritzker has expressed skepticism about the funding, and both leaders focused on other topics in their speeches. The Bears' plan involves significant public funding, which has faced resistance in Springfield.