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Lead developer of White Sox stadium proposal answers questions in exclusive interview
The lead developer of a proposal for a new South Loop stadium for the Chicago White Sox answered questions in an exclusive interview with NBC Chicago’s Mary Ann Ahern.
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Baseball diamond installed at proposed White Sox stadium site in South Loop
While there hasn’t been much progress on a proposed Chicago White Sox stadium project in the South Loop, the team is building a baseball diamond at the location to showcase exactly what it could look like if the vision becomes a reality.
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Here's how to score a White Sox Mexican Heritage jersey Wednesday
In celebration of the team’s first-ever Mexican Heritage Night, the Chicago White Sox will have music, in-game activations and giveaways for their Wednesday game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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White Sox, Bears discussing ‘financial partnership' for desired stadiums: report
A developer working on the White Sox’s project to build a new stadium told the Chicago Sun-Times that both the Sox and the Bears are trying to create a “financial partnership” regarding their joint desire for public funding for their respective stadium desires. “We’re working with them … to have a financing partnership that makes sense for us and...
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Emails show Chicago mayor pushed White Sox for unified messaging amid stadium funding ask
As the Chicago Bears and White Sox both look for public funding for new stadium developments, newly obtained internal emails show that Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office pushed to publicly present a united front with the Sox after meeting with owner Jerry Reinsdorf in early January, NBC Chicago’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.
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Emails show Chicago mayor pushed Sox for unified messaging amid stadium funding ask
As the Chicago Bears and White Sox both look for public funding for new stadium developments, newly obtained internal emails show that Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office pushed to publicly present a united front with the Sox after meeting with owner Jerry Reinsdorf in early January, NBC Chicago’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.
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Emails show Chicago mayor pushed Sox for unified messaging amid stadium funding ask
As the Chicago Bears and White Sox both look for public funding for new stadium developments, newly obtained internal emails show that Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office pushed to publicly present a united front with the Sox after meeting with owner Jerry Reinsdorf in early January.
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Why the Bears play a complicated role in White Sox plans for a new stadium
The White Sox recently crafted a complex, multi-faceted plan to build out the necessary funding for a new stadium to call their own at “The 78” in Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood. And while it’s reasonably assumed their most significant obstacle in that process is convincing the state to use public dollars in support of the stadium, they might have...
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Pritzker ‘really reluctant' to commit state money to White Sox South Loop ballpark
As the Chicago White Sox explore the possibility of building a new ballpark in the South Loop, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is expressing skepticism about the state’s role in that process.
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The night Mike Madigan made time stand still for the Chicago White Sox
As the White Sox look for up to $1 billion in public money for a new stadium in Chicago’s South Loop, some can’t help but recall when the Illinois General Assembly said yes to taxpayer funds to build what’s now known as Guaranteed Rate Field, NBC Chicago’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.
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Mayor Johnson comments on Bears, White Sox stadium pursuits
Stadiums have been at the top of Chicago sports fans’ minds for much of the last year, with two of the city’s five major professional teams evaluating options for a new home.
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Jerry Reinsdorf gives staggering White Sox stadium project price estimate in Crain's interview
Chicago White Sox owner and chairman Jerry Reinsdorf gave an exclusive interview to Crain’s Chicago Business this week, and in the process gave stunning new details on the cost and scope of the team’s proposed stadium project in the South Loop.
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Jerry Reinsdorf meets with lawmakers regarding new White Sox stadium
Seeking $1 billion in public funds for a new stadium, White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf met with Illinois lawmakers on Tuesday, NBC Chicago’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.
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White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf meets with Illinois lawmakers
Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf meets with Illinois lawmakers on Tuesday as the team seeks $1 billion in public funding for a new stadium, NBC Chicago’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.
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White Sox release statement as owner Jerry Reinsdorf meets with state leaders over new stadium plans
Amid the news that the White Sox and chairman Jerry Reinsdorf visited Springfield to request $1 billion in public funding for a new stadium at “The 78,” the team released a statement in conjunction with the meeting they will have on Tuesday. “We recognize discussions about The 78 serving as the future home of the Chicago White Sox have generated…
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Jerry Reinsdorf meets with lawmakers in Springfield as White Sox seek $1 billion for new stadium
Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf made his way to Springfield on Tuesday, meeting with state lawmakers in an effort to secure $1 billion in public funding for a new stadium near the city’s South Loop.
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New Chicago White Sox Stadium 1 step closer as Reinsdorf heads to Springfield seeking $1B: Sources
A new Chicago White Sox stadium in the South Loop could be one step closer to reality as chairman Jerry Reinsdorf is set to meet with legislative leaders in hopes of securing $1 billion in public funding, sources tell NBC Chicago.
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Reinsdorf to meet with IL lawmakers as White Sox seek $1B in public funds for new stadium: Sources
White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf will meet with legislative leaders in Springfield on Tuesday as he attempts to secure public funding to construct a new stadium, according to multiple sources. Multiple sources told NBC Chicago that Democratic and Republican leaders will sit down with Reinsdorf as he seeks $1 billion in public funding for a new White Sox Stadium near…
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Jerry Reinsdorf prepared to ask for $1 billion in public money for new stadium: report
The White Sox are reportedly prepared to ask for $1 billion in public funding from the state to construct a new stadium at “The 78” near the South Loop, according to an extensive report from Crain’s Chicago Business. Team owner Jerry Reinsdorf is reportedly confident in his chances of winning over the state’s approval for his complex financial plan to…
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Gov. Pritzker praises White Sox stadium renderings, casts doubt on use of public funds
With new renderings showing a picturesque future home of the Chicago White Sox in the city’s “The 78” capturing attention from across the world, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker recently weighed in on the potential new stadium.