2013 Shamrock Shuffle

In preparation for the 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon

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.

Full Shuffle Coverage

Check out photos, videos and a live stream of the 2013 Shamrock Shuffle in Chicago.

Friday, Oct 5, 2012 at 07:05 PM CDT

Expo Welcomes Amateur, Elite Runners

The Health & Fitness Expo features more than 200 exhibitors offering merchandise and tips, and it welcomes runners from around the world to Chicago. Kim Vatis reports.

Chicago Marathon

Friday, Oct 5, 2012 at 06:54 PM CDT

Korir Aims for Cold Weather Success

"I'm a student of the sport," he said. "I've learned how to run in hot weather, so now it's my turn to learn how to tackle the cold weather. From now and Sunday, I'm going to really look at the scientific ways o...

Chicago Marathon

Friday, Oct 5, 2012 at 03:38 PM CDT

By Saba Hamid

Meet The Chicago Marathon Runners

Participants and supporters race to McCormick Place for the Expo and runner Packe... See Full Gallery

Mitt Romney

Friday, Oct 5, 2012 at 01:53 PM CDT

By Ward Room Staff

Paul Ryan and the Chicago Marathon

The congressman from Janesville, Wisc., and Mitt Romney running mate, moved the date for a planned Chicago fundraiser from Friday, October 5 to Sunday October 7.

chicago marathon

Friday, Oct 5, 2012 at 06:39 PM CDT

Better Bundle Up For Chicago's Marathon

Cold start expected for Sunday's race.

Rahm Emanuel

Friday, Oct 5, 2012 at 12:06 AM CDT

By Christian Farr

Mayor Helps Honor Elite Runners at Marathon Kick-Off Event

Mayor Rahm Emanuel says the race, along with other recent sporting events, have had a huge impact on the city.

Friday, Apr 5, 2013 at 12:36 PM CDT

Traffic Report: Marathon Edition

NBC 5 Traffic reporter Kye Martin tells you where NOT to drive this weekend.

Wednesday, Oct 3, 2012 at 01:55 PM CDT

What to Expect for 2012 Marathon

Bank of America Chicago Marathon Executive Director Carey Pinkowski stops by NBC 5 to talk about what should be an amazing Oct. 7 race.

Wednesday, Oct 3, 2012 at 07:16 AM CDT

Runners Honor America's Armed Forces

This year's 35th annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon is saluting service members and veterans across the country. Daniell Guzman explains.

Richard Daley

Tuesday, Oct 2, 2012 at 03:49 PM CDT

By Edward McClelland

The Mayor Daley Marathon

Before it was the Chicago Marathon, it was the Mayor Daley Marathon.

About Us

We've gone green! Welcome to our 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon section. You'll notice a little splash of color here over the next few weeks as we get down to business on the Shamrock Shuffle.