Illinois lawmakers return Nov. 17-19 and Dec. 1-3. Here is what the reported Bears deal contains, why the three-fifths rule matters, who the key players are and what would still be unresolved.
A public authority would own the stadium, the Bears would build it, and it would pay no property tax. Here is how that structure works, how it compares to the megaprojects bill and to Hammond, and what critics say it costs.
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.