Opponents rally at Soldier Field, urge lawmakers to block Bears' lakefront stadium plan
CHICAGO - Opponents of the proposed Bears stadium along the lakefront gathered at Soldier Field Wednesday morning. They are calling on lawmakers to protect the lakefront, urging it to remain, in their words, "open, clear, and free."
New Chicago Bears stadium on lakefront south of Soldier Field opposed by Friends of the Park
Friends of the Park has launched their effort to formally fight plans to build a new Chicago Bears stadium on the city's lakefront. The group previously defeated plans by "Star Wars" creator George Lucas to build a museum on the same site.
New Bears lakefront stadium would only be a 'playground' for the rich, opponents say
A group of activists criticized the Bears' plans for a new lakefront stadium, claiming it would tarnish the lakefront and increase inequity in the city.
New Chicago Bears stadium on lakefront opposed by Friends of the Park
Friends of the Park has launched their effort to formally fight plans to build a new Chicago Bears stadium on the city's lakefront.
Coalition grows as plans to oppose new Chicago Bears stadium take form
Friends of the Parks and their allies have formed a coalition to oppose the Chicago Bears' proposal to build a new stadium along the lakefront, citing the potential cost to taxpayers and the impact on the lakefront.
Public opposition to new Bears lakefront stadium continues to grow
The defense against a new Bears stadium on Chicago’s lakefront just got a bit stronger. Twenty more local groups are joining Friends of the Park, voicing similar concerns and suggesting other ways that money could be spent.
Chicago groups speak out against proposed Bears lakefront stadium
The proposal includes using over a billion dollars of taxpayer money. They want the money to go toward things like improved neighborhood parks and health care. Friends of the Park said it wants the lakefront open,
Opposition coalesces against Bears' lakefront stadium plans
Representatives from numerous groups gathered Wednesday to voice continuing opposition to the Chicago Bears’ proposed stadium project on the city’s lakefront.
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