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Indiana signs framework to finance Bears stadium in Hammond
business2 days ago

Indiana signs framework to finance Bears stadium in Hammond

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun signed Senate Bill 27 to establish the financial framework for a Chicago Bears stadium in Hammond, including roughly $1 billion in state-bond financing repaid by revenues from Hammond’s 12% admissions tax and a stadium development district, plus proposed local taxes and a renegotiated toll-road lease. The Bears would invest over $2 billion; Illinois lawmakers are weighing incentives to keep the team, but no deal yet as competing measures and local concerns unfold.

via Chicago Tribune|
#bears#business#hammond
Indiana tax plan eyed to back Bears stadium financing in Hammond
politics6 days ago

Indiana tax plan eyed to back Bears stadium financing in Hammond

A fiscal note for Senate Bill 27 shows Northwest Indiana could be taxed to fund a Chicago Bears stadium in Hammond, using bonds backed by new taxes (1% food-and-beverage in Lake and Porter counties, a Lake County hotel tax increase, and a Hammond admissions tax) plus potential toll-road lease proceeds; revenue estimates exist but total figures are uncertain as lawmakers mover toward a second reading.

via Indiana Capital Chronicle|
#bears-stadium#indiana#northwest-indiana
Arlington Heights press for state action on Bears stadium deal
politics1 month ago

Arlington Heights press for state action on Bears stadium deal

Arlington Heights officials urge Illinois lawmakers to pass a 'Mega Projects' bill to let the Bears negotiate long-term property taxes for a potential stadium, warning the team could relocate to Indiana where lawmakers have proposed a northwest Indiana stadium authority; Indiana leaders, including Gov. Braun, are pushing the plan, while the Bears say it advances talks. The project is estimated to require about $855 million in infrastructure funding and could create thousands of jobs and billions in activity, though stadium subsidies remain controversial and often debated as good public policy.

via Chicago Tribune|
#arlington-heights#chicago-bears#mega-projects-bill
NW Indiana Braces for Heavy Lake-Effect Snow Under Winter Storm Warning
weather1 month ago

NW Indiana Braces for Heavy Lake-Effect Snow Under Winter Storm Warning

Heavy lake-effect snow is forecast for northwest Indiana Wednesday and Thursday, with a Winter Storm Warning in effect for La Porte County, IN and Berrien County, MI (7am Wed–1pm Thu ET). Porter County has a Winter Weather Advisory (8am Wed–4am Thu). Expected totals: Porter 2–5 inches, La Porte 3–8 inches, and up to 12 inches in parts of Berrien, with snow tapering Thursday as temperatures fall throughout the week.

via ABC7 Chicago|
#berrien-county#la-porte-county#lake-effect-snow
Bears gauge fan interest and price willingness for Indiana stadium
sports1 month ago

Bears gauge fan interest and price willingness for Indiana stadium

The Chicago Bears mailed a survey to season-ticket holders to gauge interest and how much fans would pay for various seats at a potential enclosed stadium and mixed‑use district in Northwest Indiana, as part of evaluating options beyond Soldier Field. The poll accompanies visits to possible sites near Hammond and Arlington Heights, with results intended to inform feasibility and fan experience amid Illinois’ reluctance on public funding.

via Chicago Tribune|
#chicago-bears#northwest-indiana#sports
Chicago Bears Explore Indiana for New Stadium Amid Illinois Funding Challenges
sports2 months ago

Chicago Bears Explore Indiana for New Stadium Amid Illinois Funding Challenges

The Chicago Bears are considering relocating to Northwest Indiana due to stalled efforts to secure public funding for a new stadium in Illinois, despite their preference to stay in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Team president Kevin Warren emphasized their commitment to Chicago but highlighted the need for a world-class stadium, citing delays and lack of support from Illinois state leadership. The move is controversial among fans and officials, with the team seeking significant public investment to build a new venue.

via AP News|
#arlington-heights#chicago-bears#northwest-indiana
Bears Explore Indiana Stadium Options Amid Illinois Funding Challenges
sports2 months ago

Bears Explore Indiana Stadium Options Amid Illinois Funding Challenges

The Chicago Bears are considering relocating to Northwest Indiana due to stalled efforts to secure public funding for a new stadium in Illinois, despite their preference to stay in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Team president Kevin Warren emphasized their commitment to Chicago but highlighted the need for a world-class venue, citing difficulties in obtaining necessary funding and support from Illinois state leadership. The team has a history of not owning their stadium and is exploring options to build a new one, with ongoing negotiations and plans that have faced political and logistical challenges.

via NFL.com|
#chicago-bears#illinois#northwest-indiana
Bears Expand Stadium Search to Northwest Indiana Amid Arlington Heights Challenges
sports2 months ago

Bears Expand Stadium Search to Northwest Indiana Amid Arlington Heights Challenges

The Chicago Bears are exploring new stadium sites outside of Arlington Heights and Illinois, including Northwest Indiana, due to legislative and financial hurdles in Illinois. The team has expressed willingness to invest over $2 billion in a new stadium but faces challenges in securing legislative support and funding, leading to potential relocation discussions. The move has garnered political reactions, with Illinois officials disappointed and the team considering various suburban sites amid rising construction costs and legislative delays.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#arlington-heights#bears#illinois
Chicago Bears Explore New Stadium Locations in Indiana Amid Expansion
sports2 months ago

Chicago Bears Explore New Stadium Locations in Indiana Amid Expansion

The Chicago Bears are exploring the possibility of building a new stadium in northwest Indiana due to challenges in securing support and incentives in Illinois, with potential sites in Hammond and other parts of Indiana, while still considering options in Illinois. The move is part of ongoing negotiations and political debates over the team's future and stadium funding, with some officials welcoming the idea and others expressing disappointment.

via Chicago Tribune|
#chicago-bears#illinois#northwest-indiana
"Record Snowfall Hits Northwest Indiana, Chicago Braces for Freezing Temperatures"
weather2 years ago

"Record Snowfall Hits Northwest Indiana, Chicago Braces for Freezing Temperatures"

Northwest Indiana experienced a record-breaking snowstorm, with LaPorte County receiving over 2 feet of snow, causing white-out conditions and traffic disruptions near the Indiana-Michigan state line. Meanwhile, Chicago saw freezing temperatures and snow showers, with wind chills making it feel even colder. The snowfall is expected to continue in northwest Indiana, while Chicago may see a gradual warm-up in temperatures by Monday.

via Chicago Tribune|
#chicago#freezing-temperatures#northwest-indiana
"Midwest Braces for Extreme Winter Weather: Snowfall Totals, Travel Status, and Bitter Cold Ahead"
weather2 years ago

"Midwest Braces for Extreme Winter Weather: Snowfall Totals, Travel Status, and Bitter Cold Ahead"

LaPorte County in northwest Indiana was hit by a winter storm that brought more than two feet of snow to several communities, with one neighborhood receiving at least 32 inches of snow. The snowfall rates of up to two inches per hour led to slick and snow-covered roads, with various areas reporting significant snowfall totals ranging from 20 to 32 inches.

via NBC Chicago|
#laporte-county#northwest-indiana#snow-totals