Chicago Bears say they are committed to breaking ground on new stadium this year

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Chicago Bears say they are committed to breaking ground on a new stadium this year.

Bears President Kevin Warren says the team would still like to see that stadium built in Chicago.

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Last year, the team unveiled plans for a new lakefront stadium but have faced problems securing financing.

Warren did not rule out the possibility of building in Arlington Heights.

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The team owns the old Arlington Park racetrack.

The village board there passed an agreement last month to lower property taxes at the site.

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