In The loop

<p>You don't need to run the Chicago Marathon to need a marathon plan.</p><p><strong>Bank of America Chicago Marathon</strong><br><strong>When:</strong> Sunday, Oct. 11<br><strong>Participants:</strong> 55,000<br><strong>Street closures:</strong> Begin at 6 a.m. along the course<br><strong>Course:</strong> 29 Chicago neighborhoods</p><p>Pick the neighborhood where you want to watch, figure out how you're getting there, and make your brunch plan now. Organizers are starting the event at yellow alert because warmer-than-ideal running conditions are expected, so spectators should keep an eye on the forecast too.</p>