Bears meet with community to discuss plan for new stadium in Arlington Heights
The focus of the evening was more on the bigger picture of how the stadium project could transform Arlington heights. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
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The focus of the evening was more on the bigger picture of how the stadium project could transform Arlington heights. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
The Bears considered moving out of Chicago in 1995 with several proposals - including one that would have sent them to Gary, Indiana – and it to a big fight between team executives and Mayor Richard M. Daley.
"The decisions we're announcing today may not be the easiest or most popular, but we believe they're the best decisions for the Bears," Bears chairman George McCaskey said.
Phillips expressed his feelings on the Bears' future in a letter to season-ticket holders.
Having McCaskey and Phillips sit in on interviews allowed the Bears to expedite their hiring of Matt Nagy.
On Black Monday, the Bears fired John Fox and awarded Pace a two-year extension.
Ted Phillips and George McCaskey only added ambiguity for no good reason after extending Ryan Pace.
Phillips described the role he and McCaskey will play as being "support resources" for Pace.
The two preseason games' cost have drastically reduced, while regular-season contests are up 10 percent.
Also, John Fox gives his take on rounding out a coaching staff.
The hiring of new coach John Fox is a "game-changer," Bears president Ted Phillips said.
Ryan Pace was "thoughtful and decisive" in his hiring of new Bears coach John Fox.
Mel Tucker may be finding his way back to the collegiate ranks, per a report.
Ryan Pace worked from intern to top football executive in just 14 years.
Pace will learn a lot about himself quickly.
Pace can choose who he wants to keep and how to structure the football operation, Ted Phillips said.
"For the Bears to have sustained success, we must build through the draft," Pace says.
The hiring of Ryan Pace as GM marks a big step for the Bears franchise.
Could the hire of Ryan Pace signal the desire to break from the status quo at Halas Hall?
Accorsi reportedly didn't sit in on the interview with Adam Gase.
Off they go on their merry hunt, George McCaskey and Ted Phillips all in tweed and ear-flapped caps, with Ernie Accorsi pacing alongside as their wily guide.
Chicago needs someone who's bee a pro personnel or college scouting director.
The new Bears GM and coach will decide the fate of the remaining assistant coaches.
"She's pissed off," George McCaskey said of mother Virginia. "We're fed up with mediocrity."
Indications are that president Ted Phillips could be moved to a business-only role.
The senior had a viral moment earlier this season at a tournament in Georgia — and for good reason. He hit 102 miles per hour on the radar gun.
Despite ongoing immunotherapy infusions, Anczerewicz is still a competitive weightlifter at 83.
The law requires guns to be removed from the home of an accused abuser when their victim is granted an order of protection in a domestic violence case.
Chicago Police confirmed there was a crash, but did not say whether anyone was hurt.
Rescue crews pulled the men to safety in a safe area of the river so they could be helped to shore.
The gift comes comes as President Trump heads to Qatar as part of his first international trip of his second term.
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, said he expects Pope Leo XIV "feels an obligation," to speak to what he called the issues of the day, amid "real challenges globally."
Trade discussions between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng ended after a weekend of prolonged negotiations.
A judge is blocking the Trump administration and Elon Musk's DOGE from carrying out sweeping layoffs at over a dozen agencies — at least for now.
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
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The order is in response to recent maneuvers by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
People infected with salmonella can often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
It was not immediately clear where in Illinois the fourth case was reported, or what condition the patient is in.
A Wisconsin man has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, and scientists are studying his blood to treat snakebite.
The transformation represents a unique solution to the problem of empty storefronts in Chicago.
The last remaining My Pi outpost, at 2010 N. Damen Ave. in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood, has been open since 2000.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
The growth and evolution of downtown Aurora is in large part anchored by performing arts entertainment venues, the City of Aurora noted.
Jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial started Monday in New York City.
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as his latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry "is DYING a very fast death."
Organizers of a free Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro said the event drew more than 2 million to Copacabana Beach.
Rockstar Games apologizes after announcing that Grand Theft Auto 6, its eagerly awaited video game, won't be released until next year.
Sky guard Courtney Vandersloot and her wife, former Sky and DePaul star Allie Quigley, have announced the arrival of their first child.
The senior had a viral moment earlier this season at a tournament in Georgia — and for good reason. He hit 102 miles per hour on the radar gun. Matt Zahn reports.
Wally Anczerewicz said the support of his nurses gave him an extra push to bench more than 180 pounds. Lauren Victory reports.
Chicago Police confirmed there was a crash, but did not say whether anyone was hurt.
The law requires guns to be removed from the home of an accused abuser when their victim is granted an order of protection in a domestic violence case.
Each of the moms at the event held out hope that police would find some answers and that their stories would not be forgotten.
It was an overflow crowd for the 10:30 a.m. Sunday morning mass.
Despite ongoing immunotherapy infusions, Anczerewicz is still a competitive weightlifter at 83.
The senior had a viral moment earlier this season at a tournament in Georgia — and for good reason. He hit 102 miles per hour on the radar gun.
The law requires guns to be removed from the home of an accused abuser when their victim is granted an order of protection in a domestic violence case.
The retailer claims he is a victim of SNAP fraud after a rash of bad reviews from theft victims.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
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The senior had a viral moment earlier this season at a tournament in Georgia — and for good reason. He hit 102 miles per hour on the radar gun.
Monangai said he was focused on the "little details" of being a professional football player as he went through the three-day crash course of an NFL playbook.
aylor also tied Izzy Scane's program record Sunday, tallying her 99th goal of the season during the game.
The White Sox rebounded from getting swept in four games at Kansas City to win their third series of the season.
Francisco Lindor hit a go-ahead home run to start a four-run eighth inning and the Mets beat the Cubs 6-2 on Sunday at Citi Field.
The incident began when police responded to a call of a person wanted for an aggravated battery
Published reports indicated that Farris was released on home monitoring in March, then ordered detained again last week, only to be released again on Wednesday.
There was no one in custody late Wednesday. Harrison Area detectives are investigating.
The robbers fled in a newer black Ford Ranger, of which police released photos.
The scene of the shooting is near Wendell Phillips Academy High School, 244 E. Pershing Rd.
