Bears signal possibly exploring options beyond Arlington Heights for new stadium
At least one other west suburban community has already met with the Bears to discuss a future stadium.
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Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson says he'll rejoin team for OTAs next week
Johnson said he had a lot of things going on including spending time with his young daughter back in California.
Bears present special wheelchair to Cooper Roberts, boy shot in Highland Park massacre
The wheelchair is specifically designed to go through the sand so he can visit the beach.
Bears players explore new roles as OTAs continue
Offensive lineman Cody Whitehair is going into his eighth season with the Bears. The veteran is making another position switch, going back from guard to center.
Bears begin interior demolition at Arlington Park
The work is taking place even though the new stadium is still far from a done deal.
Chicago Bears get OK to begin demolition at Arlington Park
The team said the work will start inside the six-story grandstand and office building.
Bears' Justin Fields, Cole Kmet earn college degrees
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Justin Fields working on building chemistry with new Bears offensive weapons
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Bears coaches to start evaluating rookies as players begin voluntary OTAs
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Bears sign 3 of the team's top draft picks
The Bears now have seven of their 10 draft picks signed, sealed and delivered including first-round pick Darnell Wright.
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Stroman wins 4th straight start, Amaya hits 1st homer as Cubs beat Padres 7-1
Marcus Stroman pitched six strong innings to win his fourth consecutive start and rookie Miguel Amaya went 3 for 3 with his first major league home run as the Chicago Cubs defeated the San Diego Padres 7-1 on Sunday.
Hendriks gets win on Burger slam, White Sox beat Tigers 6-2 for 3-game sweep
Jake Burger's game-ending grand slam handed Liam Hendriks his first win since returning from cancer, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 6-2 on Sunday for a three-game series sweep.
Taillon, Swanson lead Cubs to victory 2-1 over Padres
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Bears signal possibly exploring options beyond Arlington Heights for new stadium
At least one other west suburban community has already met with the Bears to discuss a future stadium.
Clevinger, 4 relievers combine for shutout as White Sox beat Tigers
Mike Clevinger pitched three-hit ball over five innings in first start since May 17.
Stewart banks in go-ahead shot, Liberty beat Sky in Vandersloot's return
Breanna Stewart banked in a go-ahead shot with 7.1 seconds left and the New York Liberty rallied to defeat the Chicago Sky 77-76 in Courtney Vandersloot's return to the Windy City.
United Airlines offering discounts to fly to Bears road games
You can use the code "UABEARS2023" at united.com to get 20% off flights to and from road games.
Stagg alum Max Strus had a long journey to the NBA Finals with Miami Heat
The Hickory Hills native went undrafted out for DePaul University. He signed a free agent deal with the Boston Celtics, eventually ending up in Miami.
Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson says he'll rejoin team for OTAs next week
Johnson said he had a lot of things going on including spending time with his young daughter back in California.
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Illinois clergy sex abuse probe reveals hundreds more cases in Catholic church
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With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
Justice Department closes Pence documents probe with no charges
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Bears begin interior demolition at Arlington Park
The work is taking place even though the new stadium is still far from a done deal.
Minimum wage to rise for Chicago, suburban Cook County on July 1
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
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Illinois lawmakers vote to extend law allowing serving of cocktails to-go
Gov. JB Pritzker approved the popular policy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was set to expire in June of 2024.
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Stroman wins 4th straight start, Amaya hits 1st homer as Cubs beat Padres 7-1
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Bears signal possibly exploring options beyond Arlington Heights for new stadium
At least one other west suburban community has already met with the Bears to discuss a future stadium.
Clevinger, 4 relievers combine for shutout as White Sox beat Tigers
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