2013 Chicago Marathon

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Securing a Marathon a...

Few people believe security will be the same in the wake of the Boston blasts, but on a course that's 26.2 miles long, securing it is a big job. Nesita Kwan reports.

Chicago Marathon To Go On As Planned

Tight security measures already in place as Chicago prepares for its marathon in October.

Olympian Lisa Uhl First Female to Cross...

Despite Olympians and professional athletes running in the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, the winner of the event was not who many expected.

Race Rerouted After Man Threatens to Jump...

SWAT police officers were able to remove the man from his perch before the Shamrock Shuffle, a race expected to draw more than 40,000 participants, began, according to Chicago Police News Affairs.

2013 Chicago Marathon Training Tips

Watch the NBC 5 NEWS and check back on this page each week for a new tip offered by the NBC 5 Fitness Team, Executive Race Director Carey Pinkowski and many other notables throughout the training season!

Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 at 06:13 PM CDT

2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Rundown

Sunday was a successful day for the record number of participants who competed in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. NBC 5 Emily Florez reports on the highlights from the event.

Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 at 04:21 PM CDT

Marathon Moments

NBC 5 reporter Kim Vatis gets kissed by a runner and male cheerleaders cheered on the runners -- those are just some of the memorable 2012 Bank of America Marathon Moments.

Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 at 12:31 PM CDT

Mayor Rahm Emanuel on the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Mayor Rahm Emanuel on the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon: "This is a great event that brings the city together."

Monday, Oct 8, 2012 at 08:43 AM CDT

2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Women's Winner

Atseda Baysa wins the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon's women's race.

Monday, Oct 8, 2012 at 08:39 AM CDT

Tsegaye Kebede Crosses the Finish Line

The 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon men's winner Tsegaye Kebede reacts to his record breaking run.

Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 at 11:22 AM CDT

Marathon Winners Medal Presentation

Tsegaye Kebede and Atseda Baysa are presented with the winning medals at the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.

Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 at 10:31 AM CDT

2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Women's Wheelchair Winner Tatyana McFadden

Tatyana McFadden takes first place in the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.

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Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 at 11:11 AM CDT

Baysa Unseats Shobukova as Women's Champ

The 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon felt different than recent years because the temperatures were noticably chillier and Liliya Shobukova didn't win.

Tsegaye Kebede

Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 at 08:10 PM CDT

Kebede Wins Marathon, Sets Course Record

A new winner and a new course record for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.

Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 at 09:20 AM CDT

2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon - Men's Wheelchair Finish

Josh Cassidy wins the men's wheelchair race.

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Welcome to our 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon section. Follow along with our race coverage as thousands prepare to compete for the biggest race of the year, stepping off Oct. 13.

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