The team is planning to hold a press conference with city officials on Wednesday to unveil their plans for a new publicly-owned stadium on the Museum Campus.
CHICAGO -- The Chicago Bears are preparing to make a big announcement about their bid for a new stadium on the lakefront.The team is planning to hold a press conference with city officials on Wednesday to unveil their plans for a new publicly-owned stadium on the Museum Campus, including additional park space and improved access to the lakefront.
Last year, the Bears finalized the purchase of the 326-acre Arlington International Racecourse in Arlington Heights for $197 million. The team had previously said they were planning to develop the site into a $5 billion sports, retail, residential, and entertainment district centered around a domed stadium, but have been unable to reach a deal with local government and school officials on property taxes for the site, and have since turned their focus to staying in Chicago.
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