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Bears Buzz: Stadium Drama and New Jersey Numbers Shake Up Chicago

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Find out the latest on the Bears' stadium proposal, new uniform numbers, and more!

The Chicago Bears are making headlines with a stadium proposal that Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's office deems a 'nonstarter.' Despite discussions between the governor's staff and Bears executives, the funding plan for a new lakefront stadium faces skepticism. Meanwhile, the Bears have announced new jersey numbers for the upcoming season, revealing changes for both new players and existing ones. Pro Bowl cornerback included! On a different Bear note, the team's season ended in a tough battle against Babson, highlighting the ups and downs of sports.

Speaking of bears, tension rises in Northern Italy over 'problem bears' reintroduced to the mountains. The challenges of rewilding become evident as humans and animals navigate coexistence. In a surprising move, the Chicago Bears promote Tanesha Wade to EVP of diversity, equity, and inclusion, showcasing a commitment to organizational change and social impact. Amidst all the stadium drama, Bears GM Ryan Poles raises eyebrows by drafting a punter in the fourth round - a bold move that sparks conversation within the football community.

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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's office still calls new Bears stadium plan a ... (CBS News)

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Some of the staff in Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's inner circle met with Chicago Bears executives Wednesday to discuss how the state might ...

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Bears announce new uniform numbers (ChicagoBears.com)

The Bears have announced the jersey numbers new players will wear this season as well as four others who are changing numbers, including Pro Bowl cornerback ...

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Governor's office: Bears' new stadium proposal a 'nonstarter' - ESPN (ESPN)

The Chicago Bears' proposal to fund a new lakefront stadium remains a "nonstarter," Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office said after top aides met with team ...

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Northern Italy's 'problem bears' show the challenges of rewilding ... (National Geographic Traveler Magazine)

Recent tensions over the reintroduction of bears to Italy's mountains shine a light on the challenges faced by both humans and animals in such wildlife ...

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Bears season ends at the hands of Babson (Coast Guard)

WELLESLEY, Mass. - In a defensive battle, the Bears fell 7-3 to Babson in the NEWMAC tournament semifinals. Coast Guard's only lead was at 1-0 on an Addy ...

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Chicago Bears promote Tanesha Wade to EVP of diversity, equity ... (ChicagoBears.com)

The Chicago Bears on Wednesday promoted Tanesha Wade to executive vice president of diversity, equity & inclusion as well as chief impact officer.

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Pritzker aides meet with Bears about new stadium: 'Current proposal ... (WLS-TV)

The Chicago Bears met with aides for Governor JB Pritzker Wednesday via Zoom about state tax support for a new lakefront stadium near Soldier Field.

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Chicago Bears' Plan to Use Taxpayer Funds on New Lakefront ... (WTTW News)

The Bears would pitch in $2 billion, plus use a $300 million loan from the NFL; billions more in taxpayer money would be used to finance the other half of ...

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Illinois governor's office says Bears' plan for stadium remains 'non ... (Your Valley)

CORRECTS POSITIONS OF IDS - Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren, joined by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, left, speaks during a news conference where NFL ...

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Bears' new stadium plans face skepticism from Illinois lawmakers (FOX 32 Chicago)

The Chicago Bears met with the Illinois governor's office on Wednesday to discuss the team's new stadium proposal.

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Illinois governor's office says Bears' plan for stadium remains 'non ... (WSLS 10)

CORRECTS POSITIONS OF IDS - Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren, joined by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, left, speaks during a news conference where NFL ...

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Bears GM Ryan Poles on taking punter Tory Taylor in fourth round: 'I ... (NFL.com)

Speaking Wednesday on the Pat McAfee Show, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles discussed the choice to draft a punter in the fourth round, ...

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Bears waive P Trenton Gill after drafting Tory Taylor - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Bears GM Ryan Poles said Taylor will put opponents in uncomfortable situations with his accuracy.

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Illinois governor's office says Bears' plan for stadium remains 'non ... (WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando)

CORRECTS POSITIONS OF IDS - Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren, joined by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, left, speaks during a news conference where NFL ...

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Bears waive punter Trenton Gill (Chicago Bears Wire)

After drafting punter Tory Taylor in the fourth round, the Bears have officially parted ways with Trenton Gill.

Illinois governor's office meets with Bears, calls their stadium ... (NBC Sports - NFL)

The Bears say taxpayers paying for a significant portion of their proposed new stadium would benefit the stat of Illinois.

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Bears GM Ryan Poles on drafting Rome Odunze: 'There's certain ... (CBSSports.com)

Odunze was rumored as an early Chicago target, and ended up being the pick.

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ESPN believes the Bears had the two best picks in 2024 NFL draft (Chicago Bears Wire)

Let's be honest, Chicago's high marks began and ended with their pair of top-10 selections of quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver Rome Odunze (although ...

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office calls Chicago Bears' stadium plan a ... (Sports Business Journal)

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's administration continued to call the Bears' $4.7B proposal to build a domed stadium on a reimagined lakefront a.

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Team news: Bristol Bears XV vs Bristol Combination XV - Bristol ... (Bristol Bears)

A youthful Bears XV will take on Bristol Combination XV at Clifton RFC on Friday night (7.30pm KO) as supporters get a chance to see the stars of the future ...

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Bears weigh in after making stadium pitch state officials called 'non ... (NBC Chicago)

NBC Universal, Inc. Local lawmakers reacted to the Chicago Bears' lakefront stadium proposal, NBC Chicago's Mary Ann Ahern reports. The Bears released ...

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Wolstenholme signs Bears extension (Bristol Bears)

Talented young scrum half Sam Wolstenholme has put pen to paper on a contract extension with the Bears. The 24-year-old number nine, who joined the club from Wasps, via Leicester Tigers, last summer, has made four appearances this season, ...

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Anonymous execs dish controversial analysis of the Bears' 2024 ... (Yahoo Sports)

By most accounts, the Bears finished the 2024 NFL Draft with glowing optimism about their future. They notched a franchise quarterback in Caleb Williams ...

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Arlington Heights weighs in after Illinois governor calls Bears ... (Yahoo Sports)

Arlington Heights remains ready and willing to reopen negotiations with the Bears after Gov. Pritzker's office called the lakefront proposal a "non-starter" ...

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Illinois governor's office says Bears' plan for stadium remains 'non ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Chicago Bears' proposal to fund a new lakefront stadium remains a โ€œnon-starter," Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office said after top aides met with team ...

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Ryan Poles: Bears never gave a thought to not picking Rome ... (NBC Sports - NFL)

The Bears knew long before the draft that they were going to take quarterback Caleb Williams with the No. 1 pick.

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Inside look at Bears' vetting process of Caleb Williams (ChicagoBears.com)

Before the Bears selected Caleb Williams with the No. 1 pick in the draft, general manager Ryan Poles spearheaded a comprehensive cross-country effort to ...

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How Serious a Threat Are Bears to Lions? (Sports Illustrated)

Evaluating threat that Chicago Bears pose to Detroit Lions in NFC North.

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Bears pin hopes on Williams - meet NFL's next superstar (Yahoo Sports)

Caleb Williams is carrying the hopes of the Chicago Bears on his shoulders, but why are fans so excited? Meet the NFL's next big star.

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Breaking down Bears' 2024 draft class: Best picks, sleepers, winners ... (Chicago Bears Wire)

The 2024 NFL draft is in the books, and the Chicago Bears welcomed five new rookies to the roster, including quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver ...

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Bears' $4.7 Billion Stadium Pitch Caught in a Game of Political ... (Front Office Sports)

Despite the massive popularity of the NFL nationally and the Bears locally, the team's stadium proposal is running hard into broader realities.

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Pritzker's office calls Bears' stadium proposal 'non-starter' after meeting (Bloomington Pantagraph)

CHICAGO โ€” Gov. J.B. Pritzker's administration continued to call the Chicago Bears' $4.7 billion proposal to build a domed stadium on a reimagined lakefront ...

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