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Bears to retire Ditka's No. 89
CHICAGO | Hall of Famer Mike Ditka will have his No. 89 retired by the Bears next season.
Bear Down: Remembering the best moments from Brian Urlacher's career
To celebrate the Hall-of-Fame career of an all-time Bears great, we take a look back at the top five moments in Brian Urlacher's career — with four honorable mentions — for No. 54:
Bears LB Urlacher announces retirement
CHICAGO | Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.
May 22, 2013 3:30 pm PhotosPhotos
Top Bears pick Long has school to wrap up
LAKE FOREST | The Bears' draft picks have plenty of obstacles to overcome in the next few months while trying to fit onto the roster.
Bears Super Bowl champion receiver Willie Gault makes a local appearance
SCHERERVILLE | By the multitude of record covers he signed, you could have mistaken Bears Super Bowl champion receiver Willie Gault as more of a pop music star than a football player.
Bears add linebacker, tackle with final draft picks
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears knew they needed help at linebacker and on the offensive line, so it was no coincidence they doubled up their efforts at those spots on Saturday's final day of the NFL draft.
Bears take LB Bostic in 2nd round
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears acted to address the loss of linebacker Brian Urlacher in free agency by selecting Florida linebacker Jonathan Bostic in the second round of Friday's NFL draft.
Bears take Oregon's Long with 20th pick
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears selected Oregon guard Kyle Long with the 20th pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, hoping to shore up an offensive line that has ranked among the worst in recent years.
Owens eyeing a comeback to the NFL, possibly Bears
HARVEY | Terrell Owens showed the crowd at Thornton High School Saturday he can still move at age 39.
New coach, new offense for Bears at minicamp
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | Everything moved faster for Jay Cutler and the Chicago Bears offense Tuesday at minicamp practice — including the new coach.
April 16, 2013 5:23 pm PhotosPhotos
VU punter participates in workout with Bears
VALPARAISO | Greg Wood doesn’t expect to hear his name called during the NFL Draft later this month. The Valparaiso senior punter is only hoping for an opportunity to get into training camp.
Urlacher remains a question mark for Bears
LAKE FOREST | Brian Urlacher will simply have to wait and see if he is going to join new Bears Jermon Bushrod and Martellus Bennett next season.
Bears nab left tackle, tight end as free agency begins
The Chicago Bears agreed to terms with T Jermon Bushrod on a five-year contract today. Also today, tight end Martellus Bennett agreed to a four-year contract with the Bears, leaving the Giants after one season, and defensive tackle Henry Melt…
Bears' coaches have yet to decide on Urlacher and Hester's futures
LAKE FOREST | The Bears' defense will likely have a similar look next season, with or without Brian Urlacher.
Israel Idonije makes appearance at Valparaiso Health Center open house
VALPARAISO | They do things a little differently north of the border.
Ex-Bear Wilson makes an appearance at Bridges
GRIFFITH | "You look like you can still play," said East Chicago resident John Castillo, who marveled at the sight of a still lean and athletic-cut Otis Wilson, who made a Jan. 20 appearance at Bridges' Scoreboard Restaurant and Sports Bar.
New coach Marc Trestman is 'the compass' and eager to lead the Bears
LAKE FOREST | At age 57, a balding Marc Trestman looks more like an accountant than a newly-hired NFL head coach.
Bears hire CFL coach Trestman to replace Smith
CHICAGO | The Chicago Bears hired Montreal Alouettes coach Marc Trestman on Wednesday to replace the fired Lovie Smith and gave him two basic tasks — fix the offense and lead the team to the playoffs on a consistent basis.
January 16, 2013 8:00 pm PhotosPhotos
JIM PETERS: Trestman will drag Bears offense into the 21st Century
Defense wins championships, at least that's what they used to say.
Colts give Bears permission to interview Arians
INDIANAPOLIS | The Colts want offensive coordinator Bruce Arians to stick around a little longer.
Bears GM: Playoff misses did in Smith
LAKE FOREST | The Bears had too many playoff misses and too many problems on offense. That's why general manager Phil Emery fired coach Lovie Smith.
Bears fire coach Lovie Smith after 9 seasons
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears reached the Super Bowl under coach Lovie Smith and consistently boasted a formidable defense.
December 31, 2012 6:00 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears beat Lions, but out of playoffs with Packers' loss
DETROIT | Jay Cutler led the Bears to victory, then uttered three words that must have felt awkward coming out of his mouth.
December 30, 2012 9:30 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears face uncertain times even if they beat Lions
LAKE FOREST | Bears linebacker Lance Briggs insisted all he's thinking about is Chicago beating the Detroit Lions and reaching the playoffs.
NFL INSIDER: Bears limping toward January -- with a little help from their 'friends'
On Nov. 9, I was talking worst-case scenario.
Five Bears, two Colts make Pro Bowl rosters
NEW YORK | Sensational comebacks have Peyton Manning and Adrian Peterson headed for the Pro Bowl.
December 26, 2012 6:45 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears' Henry Melton calls out Lions for their dirty play.
LAKE FOREST | You don't stand over a bonfire and pour gas on the flames.
December 26, 2012 6:15 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears to retire Ditka's No. 89
CHICAGO | Hall of Famer Mike Ditka will have his No. 89 retired by the Bears next season.
21 hours ago PhotosPhotos
Bear Down: Remembering the best moments from Brian Urlacher's career
To celebrate the Hall-of-Fame career of an all-time Bears great, we take a look back at the top five moments in Brian Urlacher's career — with…
Bears LB Urlacher announces retirement
CHICAGO | Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.
May 22, 2013 3:30 pm PhotosPhotos
Top Bears pick Long has school to wrap up
LAKE FOREST | The Bears' draft picks have plenty of obstacles to overcome in the next few months while trying to fit onto the roster.
Bears Super Bowl champion receiver Willie Gault makes a local appearance
SCHERERVILLE | By the multitude of record covers he signed, you could have mistaken Bears Super Bowl champion receiver Willie Gault as more of…
Bears add linebacker, tackle with final draft picks
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears knew they needed help at linebacker and on the offensive line, so it was no coincidence they doubled up their ef…
Bears take LB Bostic in 2nd round
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears acted to address the loss of linebacker Brian Urlacher in free agency by selecting Florida linebacker Jonathan …
Bears take Oregon's Long with 20th pick
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears selected Oregon guard Kyle Long with the 20th pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, hoping to shore up an offens…
Owens eyeing a comeback to the NFL, possibly Bears
HARVEY | Terrell Owens showed the crowd at Thornton High School Saturday he can still move at age 39.
New coach, new offense for Bears at minicamp
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | Everything moved faster for Jay Cutler and the Chicago Bears offense Tuesday at minicamp practice — including the new coach.
April 16, 2013 5:23 pm PhotosPhotos
VU punter participates in workout with Bears
VALPARAISO | Greg Wood doesn’t expect to hear his name called during the NFL Draft later this month. The Valparaiso senior punter is only hopi…
Urlacher remains a question mark for Bears
LAKE FOREST | Brian Urlacher will simply have to wait and see if he is going to join new Bears Jermon Bushrod and Martellus Bennett next season.
Bears nab left tackle, tight end as free agency begins
The Chicago Bears agreed to terms with T Jermon Bushrod on a five-year contract today. Also today, tight end Martellus Bennett agreed to a fou…
Bears' coaches have yet to decide on Urlacher and Hester's futures
LAKE FOREST | The Bears' defense will likely have a similar look next season, with or without Brian Urlacher.
Israel Idonije makes appearance at Valparaiso Health Center open house
VALPARAISO | They do things a little differently north of the border.
Ex-Bear Wilson makes an appearance at Bridges
GRIFFITH | "You look like you can still play," said East Chicago resident John Castillo, who marveled at the sight of a still lean and athleti…
New coach Marc Trestman is 'the compass' and eager to lead the Bears
LAKE FOREST | At age 57, a balding Marc Trestman looks more like an accountant than a newly-hired NFL head coach.
Bears hire CFL coach Trestman to replace Smith
CHICAGO | The Chicago Bears hired Montreal Alouettes coach Marc Trestman on Wednesday to replace the fired Lovie Smith and gave him two basic …
January 16, 2013 8:00 pm PhotosPhotos
JIM PETERS: Trestman will drag Bears offense into the 21st Century
Defense wins championships, at least that's what they used to say.
Colts give Bears permission to interview Arians
INDIANAPOLIS | The Colts want offensive coordinator Bruce Arians to stick around a little longer.
Bears GM: Playoff misses did in Smith
LAKE FOREST | The Bears had too many playoff misses and too many problems on offense. That's why general manager Phil Emery fired coach Lovie Smith.
Bears fire coach Lovie Smith after 9 seasons
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears reached the Super Bowl under coach Lovie Smith and consistently boasted a formidable defense.
December 31, 2012 6:00 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears beat Lions, but out of playoffs with Packers' loss
DETROIT | Jay Cutler led the Bears to victory, then uttered three words that must have felt awkward coming out of his mouth.
December 30, 2012 9:30 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears face uncertain times even if they beat Lions
LAKE FOREST | Bears linebacker Lance Briggs insisted all he's thinking about is Chicago beating the Detroit Lions and reaching the playoffs.
NFL INSIDER: Bears limping toward January -- with a little help from their 'friends'
On Nov. 9, I was talking worst-case scenario.
Five Bears, two Colts make Pro Bowl rosters
NEW YORK | Sensational comebacks have Peyton Manning and Adrian Peterson headed for the Pro Bowl.
December 26, 2012 6:45 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears' Henry Melton calls out Lions for their dirty play.
LAKE FOREST | You don't stand over a bonfire and pour gas on the flames.
December 26, 2012 6:15 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears beat Arizona 28-13, keep playoff hopes alive
GLENDALE, Ariz. | Of course the defense made the plays that mattered most for Chicago. These are, after all, the Bears.
December 23, 2012 8:19 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears versus Cardinals could decide fate of both head coaches
TEMPE, Ariz. | They are two teams that got off to fine starts only to see the situations disintegrate.
NFL INSIDER: 'Twas the Night Before Picks-mas': The Holiday Insider
It's that time of year again – the time I have an imaginary conversation with a fat man in a red suit.
Marshall understands strong comments irked some
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | Brandon Marshall understands he might have offended some people with his demand for accountability following the Bears' lo…
Pressure builds on Bears during another late swoon
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | Lovie Smith says he can't get caught up in any outside discussion about his job security as the Bears scuffle along, in da…
Slumping Bears now struggling for their postseason lives
CHICAGO | Talking trash is OK if you work for the park district or streets and sanitation.
December 16, 2012 6:15 pm PhotosPhotos
Merrillville's Neal offers 'sack' of football goodies for his family
CHICAGO | If Mike Neal were in his 10th NFL season with all the nagging injuries he's had, you'd agree it was the price athletes pay in this p…
December 16, 2012 6:15 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears' tight ends need to get the drop on Packers' defense
CHICAGO | Jay Cutler says everyone's job is on the line this frustrating Bears' season.
Briggs joins Marshall in unloading on Packers
LAKE FOREST | The NFL's oldest rivals are spicing up their Sunday showdown with some serious trash talk.
Bears' Marshall spreads holiday jeer toward Green Bay Packers
LAKE FOREST | Suddenly, without warning, the Charlie Brown Christmas Theme filled the media room at Halas Hall on Wednesday.
December 12, 2012 10:30 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears kicker Gould to miss rest of season
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | Bears kicker Robbie Gould will miss the rest of the season after injuring his left calf, another blow to the stumbling Bea…
It's sink or swim for struggling Bears
LAKE FOREST | Coach Lovie Smith realizes the Bears no longer control their fate in the NFC North. Their playoff hopes still are in their hands…
December 10, 2012 6:00 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears, Vikings meet for 2nd time in 3 weeks
MINNEAPOLIS | Finding a little extra intensity and edge usually isn't a problem when the Minnesota Vikings play the Bears.
BEARS SIDER: 'Kid' quarterback sends Bears reeling in defeat
CHICAGO | Russell Wilson had 71 yards rushing and a 7.9 yards per carry average. If he were on the Bears, he would've been their leading ballc…
This Mr. Wilson is a real menace to the shell-shocked Bears
CHICAGO | Russell Wilson turned 24 years old on Thursday and just bought his first razor.
Bears must stop Lynch, contain rookie QB Wilson
CHICAGO | Marshawn Lynch isn't the most talkative guy in the NFL, for whatever reason.
Brandon Marshall could face his 'biggest' challenges of the season in Seahawks defensive backs
LAKE FOREST | Bears' wide receiver Brandon Marshall can finally pick on someone his own size.
Bears place G Lance Louis on IR with knee injury
LAKE FOREST, Ill. | The Bears will be without starting right guard Lance Louis for the rest of the season because of a left knee injury. And f…
November 26, 2012 3:35 pm PhotosPhotos
Bears put NFC rival Vikings in their place
CHICAGO | As of Sunday morning, the Bears' remaining six NFC opponents were a respectable 33-27.
BEARS SIDER: Bears' Cutler, Marshall at their best when together
CHICAGO | See Jay Cutler run, duck, dodge, leap tall defenders, then throw laser beams downfield.
Peterson ready to take Bears' best punch
Derrick Rose continues a lengthy rehab after tearing his ACL in the NBA playoffs last season.
AL HAMNIK: Bears have no time to think about past failures
Pointing fingers is OK for traffic cops and Walmart greeters.
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