Statement from Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr. Regarding the Chicago Bears Announcement

Home » Community » Government » Statement from Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr. Regarding the Chicago Bears Announcement Statement from Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr. Regarding the Chicago Bears Announcement By: City of Hammond Last Updated: June 5, 2026 “The Chicago Bears chose Hammond, Indiana because they see what I have said for years: Hammond is a successful city of opportunity and possibility, an excellent choice for such a significant investment. The city of Hammond and the entirety of Northwest Indiana will benefit from this transformative investment. I am proud to have partnered with our state leaders to secure this win; I’m grateful to Gov. Mike Braun, Speaker Todd Huston, Sen Ryan Mishler and our local legislators who pushed this deal over the goal line!” City of Hammond 5246 Hohman Avenue Ste 100 Hammond, IN 46320 Visit Profile