Chicago Bears updates: Playoff run ends in heartbreaking OT loss against Rams
Last updated: Monday, January 19, 2026 3:51AM GMT
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Chicago Bears' NFL playoff run has ended, and ABC7 Chicago has the latest updates on the team, fan reaction and more.
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson talks to quarterback Caleb Williams during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Chicago.
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ABC7 Sports Overtime previews Bears-Rams playoff game
The Chicago Bears did it again! After another thrilling comeback win, the Bears are advancing to the next round of the NFC playoffs against the Los Angeles Rams.
No matter what happens, nothing was more gratifying than knocking off their most hated rival, the Green Bay Packers. ESPN Radio's Jeff Meller and Dionne Miller discussed it all on this week's edition of ABC7 Sports Overtime.
After another thrilling comeback win, the Bears are advancing to the next round of the NFC playoffs against the LA Rams.
Watch "ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller" live Fridays at 5:30 and 8 p.m., and Saturday mornings at 4:30 a.m. on ABC7 Chicago's 24/7 stream.
Jan 16, 2026, 7:33 PM GMT
City of Gary unveils proposal to host Chicago Bears
The city of Gary on Friday released what it calls a "strategic roadmap for the Chicago Bears."
In a press release, the city says Indiana Senate Bill 27 would change the landscape of Indiana's bid.
"This legislation, which establishes the Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority, provides a financial framework that Illinois simply cannot match. The proposed structure creates a pathway for the team to control its own destiny without the prohibitive tax burdens and stalled infrastructure talks currently seen in Illinois," the city of Gary says.
The city of Gary also said it has identified three "Plug-and-Play" sites that are "ready for immediate development by the new Stadium Authority." Those locations are Gary West End Entertainment District, Buffington Harbor and Miller Beach.
Click here for more information on Gary's proposal.
Jan 16, 2026, 5:33 PM GMT
Tattoo Factory helping fans get Bears tattoos
And we know Bears fans are die-hards, some even getting Bears tattoos this week.
Diane was in Uptown, where the Tattoo Factory, which is celebrating their 50th anniversary, has been busy!
And we know Bears fans are die-hards, some even getting Bears tattoos this week.
Jan 16, 2026, 4:57 PM GMT
Arlington Heights officials push to keep Bears in Illinois
Arlington Heights is pushing Illinois lawmakers to approve a mega project bill.
It would help support large-scale developments throughout the state.
It includes the Chicago Bears Development at Arlington Park. The bears own that land.
The Arlington Heights Mayor Jim Tinaglia said the team is ready to commit billions of dollars to make the project happen.
"The Chicago Bears are not, capitalize not, asking for taxpayer money to build their stadium in Arlington Heights," Mayor Tinaglia said. "That's a big important piece of this puzzle."
