Chicago Bears

Former Bears coach Mike Ditka, who also was a player on the 1963 Bears NFL championship team, on Aug. 29, 2013, at Mike Ditka's Restaurant in Chicago. (Michael Tercha/baiduhai)

Mike Ditka, Chicago Bears Hall of Famer and Super Bowl-winning coach, dies at 86

By Don Pierson

October 9, 2026 at 3:53 p.m.

Nobody embodied Bears football more than Mike Ditka, who became the face of the franchise...

Bears coach Mike Ditka has to watch the goings-on in the fourth quarter of a 26-17 exhibition loss to Baltimore at Soldier Field on Sept. 4, 1982. (Michael Budrys/baiduhai)

Remembering Mike Ditka, the Chicago Bears Hall of Famer and Super Bowl-winning coach

By baiduhai

October 10, 2026 at 8:38 a.m.

Mike Ditka, who coached the 1985 Chicago Bears to the franchise’s only Super Bowl championship,...

Coach Mike Ditka and defensive coordinator Buddy Ryan are carried around the field after the Bears defeated the New England Patriots 46-10 to win Super Bowl XX on Jan. 26, 1986, in New Orleans. (Ed Wagner/baiduhai)

Column: Mike Ditka’s larger-than-life persona defined the Chicago Bears — and is forever etched in stone

By Brad Biggs

October 9, 2026 at 2:18 p.m.

Michael Jordan may be the greatest cultural sports icon across the globe, but Mike Ditka...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams runs behind the block of offensive tackle Braxton Jones in the third quarter against the Vikings on Sept. 8, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

3 things we learned from Chicago Bears at NFL meetings, including questions abound on offensive line

By Phil Thompson

March 30, 2026 at 3:19 p.m.

After the Chicago Bears were hit with a double whammy on the offensive line, Ben...

Rep. Greg Casar speaks during a press conference with Sen. Bernie Sanders in the U.S. Capitol on March 26, 2026, in Washington. They introduced a bill to protect sports fans and taxpayers from professional sports team relocations. (Heather Diehl/Getty)

Sen. Bernie Sanders’ bill aims to slow — or stop — teams like the Chicago Bears from moving to other states

By Daniel C. Vock

March 26, 2026 at 5:20 p.m.

Long-shot legislation would give communities a chance to keep their professional sports teams if their...

Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. speaks as Michigan City Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch, center, and moderator Sherri Ziller look on during the 4th Annual Power Breakfast sponsored by the city’s Economic Development Corporation at the Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City, Indiana, Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

Bears and trains could transform Northwest Indiana: Hammond and Michigan City mayors discuss development

By Doug Ross

March 25, 2026 at 6:21 p.m.

Hammond and Michigan City are practically siblings, their mayors told attendees at a sold-out breakfast...

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love (4) celebrates with teammate Malachi Fields after rushing for a touchdown against Syracuse on Nov. 22, 2025, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Can they build a sufficient pass rush? How about a trade up for Jeremiyah Love?

By Brad Biggs

March 25, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears could go in any number of directions in the NFL draft. Could...

Officials signal a touchdown by Seahawks wide receiver Golden Tate, obscured, on the last play of a game against the Packers on Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

Proposed NFL rule changes include contingencies for replacement refs in hopes of avoiding another ‘Fail Mary’

By Josh Dubow

March 24, 2026 at 5:52 p.m.

The NFL is preparing for the possibility of replacement officials in 2026, proposing a rule...

Bears wide receiver/kick returner Kalif Raymond speaks at Halas Hall on March 12, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Return of the returner? Kalif Raymond hopes a reunion with Chicago Bears coaches sparks a revival.

By Phil Thompson

March 24, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Kalif Raymond plans to bring an “aggressive” approach to Chicago Bears special teams: “There’s just...

Bears running back Travis Homer runs onto the field before a game against the Giants on Nov. 9, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Dominic Di Palermo/baiduhai)

Tracking the Chicago Bears in NFL free agency: Special teamer Travis Homer signing with Pittsburgh Steelers

By Sean Hammond

March 23, 2026 at 11:04 a.m.

It's the busiest week on the NFL’s offseason calendar. Here’s the latest Chicago Bears news...

Soldier Field would get a translucent roof and a surrounding entertainment district under an architect's new proposal. The Chicago Bears, the city and the Park District, which owns the stadium, are not involved with the proposal, but it's meant to show that Soldier Field remains a viable option. (Edward Peck Design)

Proposal envisions a dome on Soldier Field, but Chicago Bears focused on Arlington Heights or Indiana

By Robert McCoppin

March 21, 2026 at 3:48 p.m.

If the Chicago Bears want an enclosed stadium, no need to cross state or city...

New Bears linebacker Devin Bush speaks at Halas Hall on March 12, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

3 things we learned from Chicago Bears free agency, including how Dennis Allen’s defense got faster

By Sean Hammond

March 20, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears prioritized speed and athleticism on defense. Here’s what else stood out about...

Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan rushes the passer against the Eagles on Jan. 1, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Is the team ‘broke’? Will they add a veteran edge rusher to the mix?

By Brad Biggs

March 18, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Are the Chicago Bears really "broke"? Will they sign a veteran end to boost the...