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Bears Stadium Battle: Indiana, Illinois Compete

Indiana and Illinois continue competing to host the Bears' new stadium as both states advance legislation for potential venues.

Indiana's Senate passed a 45-4 vote on a bill that would help fund a stadium near the Illinois border, with legislation now heading to Governor Mike Braun's desk. Meanwhile, an Illinois legislative committee has advanced a bill laying the foundation for a Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, where the team already owns property.

Both states are moving toward decision-making time, though the Bears have yet to make any deals. While the best outcome according to analysts would be a new stadium in Chicago, there's currently no indication of a lakefront stadium possibility.