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What to know about the Chicago Bears’ possible move from Soldier Field to suburban Arlington Heights
Warren envisions a stadium just south of the Bears’ current home at Soldier Field, on the site of what is now a parking lot. The facility would seat about 65,000 for football, with standing room up to 70,000, and a capacity of 77,000 for basketball.
The Chicago Bears are exploring other potential new stadium site options, including Northwest Indiana, prompting rapid responses from political leaders.
Chicago Bears leadership is claiming that it is considering a move to Northwest Indiana after the team says state leaders in Illinois told them that creating property tax breaks for a new Bears stadium and development in Arlington Heights would not be a priority in 2026.