Bears stadium funding

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has stated that the Chicago Bears are unlikely to receive state funding for their proposed lakefront stadium this year, describing the chances of securing a deal as 'near impossible'. Pritzker emphasized that there is currently no acceptable proposal on the table, following the team's earlier $3.2 billion domed stadium proposal that sought $900 million in taxpayer funding. The governor's comments come as the Bears prepare for their preseason opener against the Houston Texans, amid mounting pressure to finalize a stadium plan. Despite previous discussions between Pritzker and Bears leadership, significant progress has not been made, and the team may need to wait until next spring for any potential legislative action. The Bears have also been exploring the Arlington Park site but are focused on the lakefront option. Overall, the prospects for a taxpayer-funded stadium appear dim as the season begins.