The Stadium Club https://wgnradio.com en-US (c) WGN Radio, All Rights Reserved WGN Radio Stadium Club takes an in-depth look into the updates, proposals, and plans for the homes and future homes of Chicago sports. Hear exclusive interviews from reporters, lawmakers, and the teams themselves as Chicago sports franchises and fans eye the next big thing. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:07:18 +0000 hourly 1 wgnradio.com no WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, WGN - The Stadium Club The Stadium Club from WGN Radio dmarzullo@wgnradio.comwgnradio.com Stadium Club: Bears leadership says Hammond stadium is the ‘sole focus’, is completing ‘due diligence’ Stadium Club: Bears leadership says Hammond stadium is the ‘sole focus’, is completing ‘due diligence’ Chicago Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren and Chairman George McCaskey say Hammond, Indiana remains the sole focus for a site for a new stadium for the team.  On this edition of ‘The Stadium Club’, listen to their words in full about the progress on their plans, and response to criticism on potentially moving the team.  They spoke ahead of the team’s first pre-season game of the 2026 season.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3125281 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:07:18 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Chicago Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren and Chairman George McCaskey say Hammond, Indiana remains the sole focus for a site for a new stadium for the team.  On this edition of ‘The Stadium Club’, listen to their words in full about the progress on their plans, and response to criticism on potentially moving the […]wgnradio.comChicago Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren and Chairman George McCaskey say Hammond, Indiana remains the sole focus for a site for a new stadium for the team.  On this edition of ‘The Stadium Club’, listen to their words in full about the progress on their plans, and response to criticism on potentially moving the […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: President’s Cup build-out at Medinah Country Club is on track for September Stadium Club: President’s Cup build-out at Medinah Country Club is on track for September Joie Chitwood, Executive Director of the President’s Cup, took WGN’s Ryan Burrow on a golf cart tour of the build-outs ongoing ahead of the tournament at Medinah Country Club, September 22-September 27.

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    Preparations underway at Medinah Country Club for the President’s Cup (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)
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    Preparations underway at Medinah Country Club for the President’s Cup (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)
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    Preparations underway at Medinah Country Club for the President’s Cup (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)
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    Preparations underway at Medinah Country Club for the President’s Cup (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)
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    Preparations underway at Medinah Country Club for the President’s Cup (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)
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    Preparations underway at Medinah Country Club for the President’s Cup (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)
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    Joie Chitwood, Executive Director of the President’s Cup (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)
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    Ryan Burrow with Joie Chitwood, Executive Director of the President’s Cup (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3116889 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:34:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Joie Chitwood, Executive Director of the President’s Cup, took WGN’s Ryan Burrow on a golf cart tour of the build-outs ongoing ahead of the tournament at Medinah Country Club, September 22-September 27.wgnradio.comJoie Chitwood, Executive Director of the President’s Cup, took WGN’s Ryan Burrow on a golf cart tour of the build-outs ongoing ahead of the tournament at Medinah Country Club, September 22-September 27.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Pat Ryan Jr. on NU’s Ryan Field project: ‘We’re racing to October 2nd’ Stadium Club: Pat Ryan Jr. on NU’s Ryan Field project: ‘We’re racing to October 2nd’ WGN’s Ryan Burrow gets an update from Pat Ryan, Jr., CEO of Ryan Sports Development, on the construction of the new Ryan Field in Evanston.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3073737 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:13:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN’s Ryan Burrow gets an update from Pat Ryan, Jr., CEO of Ryan Sports Development, on the construction of the new Ryan Field in Evanston.wgnradio.comWGN’s Ryan Burrow gets an update from Pat Ryan, Jr., CEO of Ryan Sports Development, on the construction of the new Ryan Field in Evanston.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Mayor of Arlington Heights disappointed with the Bears move to Indiana Mayor of Arlington Heights disappointed with the Bears move to Indiana Mayor of Arlington Heights Jim Tinaglia joins the Lisa Dent Show to share his thoughts on the Bears moving to Hammond, Indiana. He expresses disappointment in the news as he describes the last four years of trying to get Arlington Heights to be the Bears’ new home. Despite his disappointment, he maintains hope that the Bears still have a future in the village.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3066346 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:39:56 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Mayor of Arlington Heights Jim Tinaglia joins the Lisa Dent Show to share his thoughts on the Bears moving to Hammond, Indiana. He expresses disappointment in the news as he describes the last four years of trying to get Arlington Heights to be the Bears’ new home. Despite his disappointment, he maintains hope that the […]wgnradio.comMayor of Arlington Heights Jim Tinaglia joins the Lisa Dent Show to share his thoughts on the Bears moving to Hammond, Indiana. He expresses disappointment in the news as he describes the last four years of trying to get Arlington Heights to be the Bears’ new home. Despite his disappointment, he maintains hope that the […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Indiana Governor addresses potential Bears move to Hammond Indiana Governor addresses potential Bears move to Hammond Governor Mike Braun of Indiana joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the Bears’ potential move to Hammond. He addresses the conversations he had with the McCaskeys as well as some of the preparations he’s been making to start building a new stadium.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3065420 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:10:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Governor Mike Braun of Indiana joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the Bears’ potential move to Hammond. He addresses the conversations he had with the McCaskeys as well as some of the preparations he’s been making to start building a new stadium.wgnradio.comGovernor Mike Braun of Indiana joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the Bears’ potential move to Hammond. He addresses the conversations he had with the McCaskeys as well as some of the preparations he’s been making to start building a new stadium.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Touchdown Arlington co-founder hopeful that the Bears won’t move to Indiana Touchdown Arlington co-founder hopeful that the Bears won’t move to Indiana Argie Karafotias, co-founder of Touchdown Arlington, a group of local Arlington Heights residents and business owners advocating for the Bears to settle down in their village, joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the Bears’ reported move to Hammond, Indiana. He expresses disappointment in the news, but maintains hope that Arlington Heights still has a chance to be the new home of the Bears.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3063553 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:32:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Argie Karafotias, co-founder of Touchdown Arlington, a group of local Arlington Heights residents and business owners advocating for the Bears to settle down in their village, joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the Bears’ reported move to Hammond, Indiana. He expresses disappointment in the news, but maintains hope that Arlington Heights still has […]wgnradio.comArgie Karafotias, co-founder of Touchdown Arlington, a group of local Arlington Heights residents and business owners advocating for the Bears to settle down in their village, joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the Bears’ reported move to Hammond, Indiana. He expresses disappointment in the news, but maintains hope that Arlington Heights still has […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Sports business expert Marc Ganis: As things stand today, the Bears going to Indiana is a done deal Sports business expert Marc Ganis: As things stand today, the Bears going to Indiana is a done deal Marc Ganis, sports business expert and President and Co-Founder of Sportscorp Ltd., joins John Williams to talk about the Chicago Bears announcing they are likely moving ahead with plans to build a new stadium in Indiana. Marc tells John that he puts the blame on Mayor Johnson, Speaker Welch, and even Stacy Davis Gates.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3063306 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:55:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Marc Ganis, sports business expert and President and Co-Founder of Sportscorp Ltd., joins John Williams to talk about the Chicago Bears announcing they are likely moving ahead with plans to build a new stadium in Indiana. Marc tells John that he puts the blame on Mayor Johnson, Speaker Welch, and even Stacy Davis Gates.wgnradio.comMarc Ganis, sports business expert and President and Co-Founder of Sportscorp Ltd., joins John Williams to talk about the Chicago Bears announcing they are likely moving ahead with plans to build a new stadium in Indiana. Marc tells John that he puts the blame on Mayor Johnson, Speaker Welch, and even Stacy Davis Gates.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: It’s fourth down and inches to go for Illinois lawmakers on a Bears tax deal Stadium Club: It’s fourth down and inches to go for Illinois lawmakers on a Bears tax deal Illinois legislators have until Sunday night to approve a megaprojects deal that could make or break the Chicago Bears stadium decision.  With just hours to go, the result of a vote is still up in the air.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek ahead of what’s expected to be a contentious debate in Springfield.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3056472 Thu, 28 May 2026 21:42:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Illinois legislators have until Sunday night to approve a megaprojects deal that could make or break the Chicago Bears stadium decision.  With just hours to go, the result of a vote is still up in the air.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek ahead of what’s expected to be a contentious debate […]wgnradio.comIllinois legislators have until Sunday night to approve a megaprojects deal that could make or break the Chicago Bears stadium decision.  With just hours to go, the result of a vote is still up in the air.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek ahead of what’s expected to be a contentious debate […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Suburban groups urge Illinois lawmakers to work with the Bears on Arlington Heights stadium deal Stadium Club: Suburban groups urge Illinois lawmakers to work with the Bears on Arlington Heights stadium deal As Illinois legislators go back to work in Springfield, there’s a renewed push to get an infrastructure deal done to expedite a Chicago Bears move to Arlington Heights.  It comes after the Bears threatened to move the team to Northwest Indiana.  There appears to be some softening to make a deal by Governor J.B. Pritzker, and lawmakers who initially opposed financial assistance to the NFL franchise. WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with Heather Larson of Meet Chicago Northwest, and Ernie Rose of Touchdown Arlington.  Both are encouraging Springfield to work with the Bears as a way to help generate revenue to the Northwest suburbs.

Heather Larson’s op-ed in the Chicago Tribune.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2786774 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 03:52:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)As Illinois legislators go back to work in Springfield, there’s a renewed push to get an infrastructure deal done to expedite a Chicago Bears move to Arlington Heights.  It comes after the Bears threatened to move the team to Northwest Indiana.  There appears to be some softening to make a deal by Governor J.B. Pritzker, and […]wgnradio.comAs Illinois legislators go back to work in Springfield, there’s a renewed push to get an infrastructure deal done to expedite a Chicago Bears move to Arlington Heights.  It comes after the Bears threatened to move the team to Northwest Indiana.  There appears to be some softening to make a deal by Governor J.B. Pritzker, and […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: The Bears put Northwest Indiana into the mix of stadium locations Stadium Club: The Bears put Northwest Indiana into the mix of stadium locations The Chicago Bears say the franchise is now considering a potential move to Northwest Indiana after talks have stalled with lawmakers in Springfield over favorable legislation.  WGN host John Williams talks with The Stadium Club host Ryan Burrow WGN Radio Sports Director Andy Masur about the latest development and the likelihood of a move to the Hoosier state.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2769195 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 22:08:18 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The Chicago Bears say the franchise is now considering a potential move to Northwest Indiana after talks have stalled with lawmakers in Springfield over favorable legislation.  WGN host John Williams talks with The Stadium Club host Ryan Burrow WGN Radio Sports Director Andy Masur about the latest development and the likelihood of a move to […]wgnradio.comThe Chicago Bears say the franchise is now considering a potential move to Northwest Indiana after talks have stalled with lawmakers in Springfield over favorable legislation.  WGN host John Williams talks with The Stadium Club host Ryan Burrow WGN Radio Sports Director Andy Masur about the latest development and the likelihood of a move to […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Rosemont opens new hockey possibilities with public ice arena Stadium Club: Rosemont opens new hockey possibilities with public ice arena Rosemont cut the ribbon on a new ice arena neighboring the Allstate Arena. It brings the Chicago Wolves practices to Rosemont, and offers future events to hockey teams across the region. WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with Nick Papanicholas Junior, CEO of the Nicholas Family of Companies.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2749779 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:48:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Rosemont cut the ribbon on a new ice arena neighboring the Allstate Arena. It brings the Chicago Wolves practices to Rosemont, and offers future events to hockey teams across the region. WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with Nick Papanicholas Junior, CEO of the Nicholas Family of Companies.wgnradio.comRosemont cut the ribbon on a new ice arena neighboring the Allstate Arena. It brings the Chicago Wolves practices to Rosemont, and offers future events to hockey teams across the region. WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with Nick Papanicholas Junior, CEO of the Nicholas Family of Companies.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: The final steel beam is in place at Northwestern’s Ryan Field Stadium Club: The final steel beam is in place at Northwestern’s Ryan Field WGN’s Ryan Burrow speaks with Pat Ryan Junior of Ryan Sports Development about progress being made on the new home of Northwestern Football, Ryan Field. The final steel beam is in place, a year before the state of the art 35,000 seat stadium is set to open.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2718646 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 19:33:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN’s Ryan Burrow speaks with Pat Ryan Junior of Ryan Sports Development about progress being made on the new home of Northwestern Football, Ryan Field. The final steel beam is in place, a year before the state of the art 35,000 seat stadium is set to open.wgnradio.comWGN’s Ryan Burrow speaks with Pat Ryan Junior of Ryan Sports Development about progress being made on the new home of Northwestern Football, Ryan Field. The final steel beam is in place, a year before the state of the art 35,000 seat stadium is set to open.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Chicago Fire FC prepare for construction in The 78 Stadium Club: Chicago Fire FC prepare for construction in The 78 Chicago Fire FC is preparing to build a new 22,000 seat home in downtown Chicago on the much sought after property known as “The 78.” WGN’s Ryan Burrow saw the property up close, and spoke with Dave Baldwin, the club’s president of Business Operations.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2710014 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 21:36:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Chicago Fire FC is preparing to build a new 22,000 seat home in downtown Chicago on the much sought after property known as “The 78.” WGN’s Ryan Burrow saw the property up close, and spoke with Dave Baldwin, the club’s president of Business Operations.wgnradio.comChicago Fire FC is preparing to build a new 22,000 seat home in downtown Chicago on the much sought after property known as “The 78.” WGN’s Ryan Burrow saw the property up close, and spoke with Dave Baldwin, the club’s president of Business Operations.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Is the Bears’ move to Arlington Heights a done deal? Stadium Club: Is the Bears’ move to Arlington Heights a done deal? The Daily Herald’s Chris Placek talks with WGN’s Ryan Burrow about the latest plans for moving the Bears to Arlington Heights, and what still needs to be done to make a move official.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2699531 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:03:03 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The Daily Herald’s Chris Placek talks with WGN’s Ryan Burrow about the latest plans for moving the Bears to Arlington Heights, and what still needs to be done to make a move official.wgnradio.comThe Daily Herald’s Chris Placek talks with WGN’s Ryan Burrow about the latest plans for moving the Bears to Arlington Heights, and what still needs to be done to make a move official.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: The Bears’ 2025 season begins at Soldier Field; What’s happening in Arlington Heights? Stadium Club: The Bears’ 2025 season begins at Soldier Field; What’s happening in Arlington Heights? WGN’s Patrick Elwood takes a look at where the Bears stadium plans stand as the team takes the field for the 2025 season.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2675314 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 17:31:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN’s Patrick Elwood takes a look at where the Bears stadium plans stand as the team takes the field for the 2025 season.wgnradio.comWGN’s Patrick Elwood takes a look at where the Bears stadium plans stand as the team takes the field for the 2025 season.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Arlington Heights State Rep. Canty surprised Bears may be waiting on passage of her bill Stadium Club: Arlington Heights State Rep. Canty surprised Bears may be waiting on passage of her bill WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with Illinois State Representative Mary Beth Canty of Arlington Heights who has introduced a mega project bill that could provide some benefits to a Bears move to her hometown. State legislators have indicated they have no appetite for giving the Bears state money. But Rep. Canty has created a bill that would give more power to local taxing bodies over large pieces of land to entice business.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2659098 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 02:53:24 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with Illinois State Representative Mary Beth Canty of Arlington Heights who has introduced a mega project bill that could provide some benefits to a Bears move to her hometown. State legislators have indicated they have no appetite for giving the Bears state money. But Rep. Canty has created a bill that would […]wgnradio.comWGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with Illinois State Representative Mary Beth Canty of Arlington Heights who has introduced a mega project bill that could provide some benefits to a Bears move to her hometown. State legislators have indicated they have no appetite for giving the Bears state money. But Rep. Canty has created a bill that would […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Illinois State Rep Kam Buckner: Bears have been ‘opaque’ about stadium plans Stadium Club: Illinois State Rep Kam Buckner: Bears have been ‘opaque’ about stadium plans WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with Illinois State Representative Kam Buckner after he published a scathing Chicago Tribune op-ed condemning the Bears for seeking state property tax relief. The Bears are pushing for passage of a bill that would lock in low property taxes on a domed Arlington Heights stadium. Rep. Buckner says the team hasn’t shown a new stadium would bring value to the state and believes the Bears should be better partners in the city of Chicago.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2653194 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 21:40:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with Illinois State Representative Kam Buckner after he published a scathing Chicago Tribune op-ed condemning the Bears for seeking state property tax relief. The Bears are pushing for passage of a bill that would lock in low property taxes on a domed Arlington Heights stadium. Rep. Buckner says the team hasn’t shown a […]wgnradio.comWGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with Illinois State Representative Kam Buckner after he published a scathing Chicago Tribune op-ed condemning the Bears for seeking state property tax relief. The Bears are pushing for passage of a bill that would lock in low property taxes on a domed Arlington Heights stadium. Rep. Buckner says the team hasn’t shown a […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Northwestern is building college football’s first NFL-style stadium Stadium Club: Northwestern is building college football’s first NFL-style stadium In 2026, Northwestern will open the brand-new Ryan Field, a 35,000 seat, first-of-its-kind (and most expensive) college football stadium in the United States. While it will only be a fraction of the capacity of some of the stadiums of its Big Ten rivals, the goal is to build a venue that creates an intimate setting that competes with watching games on TV. Even fans at the highest level of the stadium will be closer than fans in lower bowls at other stadiums. It will also offer a new music venue to the Chicago area. WGN’s Ryan Burrow talked with Pat Ryan Jr., whose Ryan Sports Development is overseeing the project.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2622205 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 19:51:25 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The brand-new Ryan Field will be the first-of-its-kind when it opens in 2026.wgnradio.comThe brand-new Ryan Field will be the first-of-its-kind when it opens in 2026.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Is NASCAR coming back to Chicagoland Speedway? Stadium Club: Is NASCAR coming back to Chicagoland Speedway? There hasn’t been a NASCAR race at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet since 2019. But after some interesting social media posts by NASCAR Cup Series driver Carson Hocevar, and no renewal yet for the Chicago Street Race, there seems to be a renewed interest in restoring the abandoned track.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with WGN host and motor racing aficionado Dane Neal about the current status of the track, its uses, and potential for the future.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2616673 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 19:52:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)There hasn’t been a NASCAR race at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet since 2019. But after some interesting social media posts by NASCAR Cup Series driver Carson Hocevar, and no renewal yet for the Chicago Street Race, there seems to be a renewed interest in restoring the abandoned track.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with WGN host and […]wgnradio.comThere hasn’t been a NASCAR race at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet since 2019. But after some interesting social media posts by NASCAR Cup Series driver Carson Hocevar, and no renewal yet for the Chicago Street Race, there seems to be a renewed interest in restoring the abandoned track.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with WGN host and […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Stadium Club: Blackhawks expand Chicago’s hockey footprint with Fifth Third Arena Stadium Club: Blackhawks expand Chicago’s hockey footprint with Fifth Third Arena WGN Blackhawks reporter and host Charlie Roumeliotis joins WGN’s Ryan Burrow to talk about the Blackhawks expansion of Fifth Third Arena, which will include new rinks, a Blackhawks hall of fame, and a new tenant.  It’s all an effort to bring more amateur and professional hockey within a slapshot of the Blackhawks home ice.

  • Rendering of the “Championship Arena”, future home of the Chicago Steel at Fifth Third Arena. Courtesy: Chicago Blackhawks)
  • Rendering of ‘Rocky’s Bar’, a tribute to late Chairman Rocky Wirtz and fan-favorite at the United Center, that will anchor Fifth Third Arena’s food and beverage experience. (Courtesy: Chicago Blackhawks)
  • Rendering of ‘Centennial Hall’, which will be home to the Blackhawks Hall of Fame. (Courtesy: Chicago Blackhawks)
  • Rendering of one of the lunges, designed to keep hockey families in mind. They offer flexible workspaces, quiet areas with wi-fi, and comfy seating. (Courtesy: Chicago Blackhawks)
  • Rendering of ‘The Patio’, which will be perched with a unique view of the Chicago skyline and direct line of site the 1901 campus, when completed. (Courtesy: Chicago Blackhawks)
  • Exterior rendering of the Fifth Third Arena extension. (Courtesy: Chicago Blackhawks)

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2591349 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 19:57:01 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN Blackhawks reporter and host Charlie Roumeliotis joins WGN’s Ryan Burrow to talk about the Blackhawks expansion of Fifth Third Arena, which will include new rinks, a Blackhawks hall of fame, and a new tenant.  It’s all an effort to bring more amateur and professional hockey within a slapshot of the Blackhawks home ice.wgnradio.comWGN Blackhawks reporter and host Charlie Roumeliotis joins WGN’s Ryan Burrow to talk about the Blackhawks expansion of Fifth Third Arena, which will include new rinks, a Blackhawks hall of fame, and a new tenant.  It’s all an effort to bring more amateur and professional hockey within a slapshot of the Blackhawks home ice.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, The Stadium Club: Chicago Fire FC announces move to ‘The 78’ The Stadium Club: Chicago Fire FC announces move to ‘The 78’ Chicago Fire FC has announced plans to move to the highly coveted property in Chicago’s South Looop known as ‘The 78’.  The 62-acre parcel of land had previously been considered a home for Amazon, a casino, a quantum campus, and the Chicago White Sox.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with Chicago 3rd Ward Alderman Pat Dowell about the announcement, which came as a bit of a surprise to her.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2586835 Wed, 04 Jun 2025 19:54:06 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Chicago Fire FC has announced plans to move to the highly coveted property in Chicago’s South Looop known as ‘The 78’.  The 62-acre parcel of land had previously been considered a home for Amazon, a casino, a quantum campus, and the Chicago White Sox.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with Chicago 3rd Ward Alderman Pat Dowell about the […]wgnradio.comChicago Fire FC has announced plans to move to the highly coveted property in Chicago’s South Looop known as ‘The 78’.  The 62-acre parcel of land had previously been considered a home for Amazon, a casino, a quantum campus, and the Chicago White Sox.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with Chicago 3rd Ward Alderman Pat Dowell about the […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, All sides confirm the Bears are prioritizing a new stadium in Arlington Heights All sides confirm the Bears are prioritizing a new stadium in Arlington Heights The Mayor of Chicago, the Mayor of Arlington Heights and the Chicago Bears have all indicated that the focus for the future home of the Bears has shifted to the site of the former Arlington International Race Track.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek about what that means for a timeline on a decision and what still has to be done before the Bears name their future home.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2571734 Mon, 19 May 2025 20:41:17 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The Mayor of Chicago, the Mayor of Arlington Heights and the Chicago Bears have all indicated that the focus for the future home of the Bears has shifted to the site of the former Arlington International Race Track.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek about what that means for a timeline […]wgnradio.comThe Mayor of Chicago, the Mayor of Arlington Heights and the Chicago Bears have all indicated that the focus for the future home of the Bears has shifted to the site of the former Arlington International Race Track.  WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek about what that means for a timeline […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Chicago’s mayor and Arlington Heights’ Mayor offer differing views on Bears’ plans Chicago’s mayor and Arlington Heights’ Mayor offer differing views on Bears’ plans WGN’s Lisa Dent talked with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson about his confidence that the Bears will remain in Chicago, while WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with outgoing Arlington Heights Mayor Tom Hayes about the steps the Bears and his city are taking to move the team to the Northwest suburb. 

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2550292 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 19:36:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN’s Lisa Dent talked with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson about his confidence that the Bears will remain in Chicago, while WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with outgoing Arlington Heights Mayor Tom Hayes about the steps the Bears and his city are taking to move the team to the Northwest suburb. wgnradio.comWGN’s Lisa Dent talked with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson about his confidence that the Bears will remain in Chicago, while WGN’s Ryan Burrow spoke with outgoing Arlington Heights Mayor Tom Hayes about the steps the Bears and his city are taking to move the team to the Northwest suburb. WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Bears bring new, purposeful tone on an Arlington Heights stadium Bears bring new, purposeful tone on an Arlington Heights stadium WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with the Sun-Times Bears reporter Patrick Finley about an apparent change in the Bears thoughts about Arlington Heights. Patrick spoke with both Bears President Kevin Warren and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell about the Bears stadium plans at the NFL meetings in Florida.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2524246 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 20:07:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with the Sun-Times Bears reporter Patrick Finley about an apparent change in the Bears thoughts about Arlington Heights. Patrick spoke with both Bears President Kevin Warren and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell about the Bears stadium plans at the NFL meetings in Florida.wgnradio.comWGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with the Sun-Times Bears reporter Patrick Finley about an apparent change in the Bears thoughts about Arlington Heights. Patrick spoke with both Bears President Kevin Warren and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell about the Bears stadium plans at the NFL meetings in Florida.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, Arlington Heights is back in the spotlight for the Bears Arlington Heights is back in the spotlight for the Bears WGN’s Ryan Burrow talks with the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek as Arlington Heights prepares to elect a new mayor and village board, while the Bears prepare a traffic study on building a stadium on the property of the old Arlington International Racecourse.  Meanwhile a developer has released renderings for a domed stadium that could keep Chicago in the mix.

Arlington Park site after demolition
Arlington Park site after demolition (Ryan Burrow / WGN Radio)

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2516671 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:32:20 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)A new WGN Radio podcast looks at the latest in the search for a new Bears stadium.wgnradio.comA new WGN Radio podcast looks at the latest in the search for a new Bears stadium.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private, The Stadium Club: A WGN Podcast on Chicago Sports Stadiums The Stadium Club: A WGN Podcast on Chicago Sports Stadiums WGN Radio Stadium Club takes an in-depth look into the updates, proposals, and plans for the homes and future homes of Chicago sports.  Hear exclusive interviews from reporters, lawmakers, and the teams themselves as Chicago sports franchises and fans eye the next big thing.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2516646 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:20:22 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN Radio Stadium Club takes an in-depth look into the updates, proposals, and plans for the homes and future homes of Chicago sports.  Hear exclusive interviews from reporters, lawmakers, and the teams themselves as Chicago sports franchises and fans eye the next big thing.wgnradio.comWGN Radio Stadium Club takes an in-depth look into the updates, proposals, and plans for the homes and future homes of Chicago sports.  Hear exclusive interviews from reporters, lawmakers, and the teams themselves as Chicago sports franchises and fans eye the next big thing.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Ryan,Burrow,Bears,White,Sox,stadium,arena,Arlington,financing,public,private,