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Neighborhoods change, which is why Pilsen, despite its name, is predominately Mexican-American now. Pilsen is the namesake of a Czech Rep.

Tips for Spectating the Chicago Marathon - Mag Mile Runner

I ran every Chicago Marathon from 1990 until Here are some photos from the 2011 race.

In a later post I will report on the runners who participated in Sunday's Bank of America Chicago Marathon, but I want to focus on the men a.

Ambiguously Gay Duo at "Boystown," Chicago Marathon,

Chicago Marathon Print by Brandon Knowlden

Chinatown, near the end of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon course, is one of my favorite spots among the miles of pavement.

The Mariachi cheering on runners by playing on St at the 2012 Chicago Marathon

Neighborhoods change, which is why Pilsen, despite its name, is predominately Mexican-American now. Pilsen is the namesake of a Czech Rep.

Not only did Miss Black Illinois, Danielle Noel Riley, complete yesterday's Chicago Marathon, she did it while wearing her pageant sash--a.

One of the more, well, festive spots on the Chicago Marathon route is on Clark Street near Belmont.

Major marathons attract all types, including eccentrics who add some frivolity to the occasion.

Spectator at the 2010 Chicago Marathon. Marathoners do it longer!

Chicago Marathon A final look

The organization promotes therapeutic horseback riding to people living with disabilities. The athlete on the upper right runs for the horses--and for those they help.

Chicago Marathon Saluting the troops