Indiana Governor Mike Braun expressed optimism about a potential new Chicago Bears stadium in Hammond, stating that the deal "looks good" after the team’s board voted to advance a stadium proposal in the city.
Background
The Bears have been considering leaving Soldier Field, and Braun believes Indiana’s bid has a strong chance of succeeding. He noted that the team had been met with a "deaf ear" from Illinois officials for six years, which led them to focus on Hammond.
Braun mentioned that there will be due diligence along the way but is hopeful the Bears will come to Hammond. He also mentioned that his staff and legislators have been in communication with the team, offering advice and guidance.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has pushed back against the idea of the Bears leaving, questioning whether the Indiana deal would happen. Pritzker and leading statehouse Democrats want the Bears to outline their demands for tax breaks and public infrastructure before attempting to lock down a new stadium proposal in the Chicago area.
Original reporting: 93.1 WIBC (Indianapolis) — read the source article.
