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Bear down, Chicago Bears is more than a song and dance — what does it mean?

The phrase "bear down, Chicago Bears" holds a place in the hearts of fans. But what does the phrase actually mean?

‘Bear Down’: How a songwriter’s challenge became Chicago’s rallying cry

Chicago’s favorite fight song, “Bear Down,” began as bet among songwriters. It ended up being a city’s rallying cry.

Jim Cornelison leads WGN’s Dan Ponce and Robin Baumgarten in singing ‘Bear Down, Chicago Bears’

National Anthem singer Jim Cornelison joined WGN Morning News Friday and he, along with anchors Dan Ponce and Robin ...

Where Chicago still makes its symbols: Bear Down flags at the WGN flag company

Tucked into South Chicago, W.G.N. Flag & Decorating Company has been quietly manufacturing the visual language of the city since 1916, including the iconic but hard to find "Bear Down" flag.