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Runners take part in a unity run to show solidarity with those killed and injured in Boston. (Credit: CBS)

Local Runners Cheer Capture Of Boston Bombing Suspect

Chicago runners say they were cheering last night when the second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings was captured. And they breathed a collective sigh of relief.

2013/04/20

Unity Run Shows Solidarity With Victims Of Boston Bomb Attack

Chicago’s running community is showing its support for Boston and the victims of Monday’s tragic bomb attack. As CBS 2’s Mike Parker reports, it happened Tuesday night.

2013/04/16

File Photo Of Chicago Police Car (Scott Olson/Getty Images)

Extra Security For Weekend Race, Cubs Games After Boston Bombings

In the wake of the bombings at the Boston Marathon, the Chicago Area Runners Association was honoring their Boston colleagues with a Unity Run on Tuesday. The run, starting at Foster Avenue beach, was not getting any special security attention, but other sporting events in Chicago over the next few days will.

CBS 2–2013/04/16

Best Running Clubs In Chicago

One of the fastest and easiest ways to get in shape or just drop a few pounds is running. It’s also accessible to just about everyone. Some people take naturally to running and others have to push themselves every step of the way. One way to make running more fun and effective is to join a running club.

2013/01/19

Roller Blader Accused Of Attacking Women On Lakefront Trail

There’s growing concern on the Chicago Lakefront Trail, over a man who, runners say, has been punching women along the path.

CBS 2–2012/09/19

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