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The Chicago Marathon is this weekend. Here’s why it’s distinctive and attracts runners

Organizers expect the largest field ever for one of the Chicago's biggest economic drivers.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 7

Sister Stephanie Baliga: From aspiring elite runner to nun raising $2.6 million, and she’s still running

Sister Stephanie Baliga once dreamed of becoming an elite runner before finding her calling as a nun. She has since used the Chicago Marathon to raise more than $2.6 million for Mission of Our Lady of the Angels, helping feed families in need. Now, she continues running and fundraising through…

The Times of India · Sep 27

Chicago Marathon Results: Conner Mantz Makes History — But It's the Women's Results Everyone's Talking About

Conner Mantz breaks the 23-year-old US marathon record as Hawi Feysa claims a stunning win in the women's race at the 2025 Chicago Marathon.

International Business Times UK · Oct 13, 2025

Ruth Chepngetich Breaks Women's Marathon World Record In Chicago

Ruth Chepngetich and John Korir shine at Chicago Marathon, honoring late record-breaker Kelvin Kiptum.

Top News · Oct 13, 2024

How to watch Chicago Marathon 2024: live stream race online from anywhere now

Will we see records tumble again in the Windy City today? Here's how to watch 2024 Chicago Marathon live streams wherever you are and for free.

Tom’s Guide · Oct 12, 2024

50,000 runners expected to cross finish line in 2024 Chicago Marathon

The record-breaking field was announced by marathon organizers Thursday, the same day runners who entered the marathon’s drawing find out their selection status.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 7, 2023

‘One in a million’ marathon runner did not expect to make history at the finish line

Evanston resident Allison Naval signed up for the Chicago Marathon earlier in the year — thinking she would finally get to cross something off of her bucket list.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 11, 2023

‘Go random stranger!’ and other spectator signs at the Chicago Marathon

From Taylor Swift references to digs at Donald Trump, Chicago marathon spectators got creative with their encouragement.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 8, 2023

Crowds, signs help runners push through second half of Chicago Marathon

Loud whoops and clever signs kept runners going around the halfway point of Sunday’s Chicago Marathon.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 8, 2023

Kenyan Kelvin Kiptum sets world record to win Chicago Marathon men's title

NEW DELHI: In a remarkable feat, Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum secured victory in the men's title at Sunday's Chicago Marathon, setting a new world record with an unofficial time of two hours and 35 seconds.

The Times of India · Oct 8, 2023