Is It Happening? Bears Arlington Heights Stadium Status Tracker
No Bears stadium has been approved in Arlington Heights as of Oct. 30, 2026. Here is what is confirmed, what is only reported, and the four steps that would make it official.
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The Bears and Arlington Heights: A Complete Timeline, 2021-2026
Every key date in the Bears’ pursuit of Arlington Park, from the 2021 sale to the reported deal talks of October 2026.
Hammond vs. Arlington Heights: The Bears’ Two Stadium Options Compared
The Bears say Hammond, Indiana is their sole focus, while a reported Illinois deal could revive Arlington Heights. Here’s how the two options stack up on money, ownership, timing and what each still lacks.