FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CHICAGO – The Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) is launching a new community partnership pilot for the 2026 racing season, developed in collaboration with our Outreach & Inclusion Committee , aimed to build access, belonging, and shared momentum across Chicago's running community. The  Run With CARA: Community Partner Program  is a year-long pilot designed to build intentional, mutually beneficial relationships with Chicago-based running organiz

2025 Lakefront 10 Miler Maria Lindberg - Circuit Spotlight The Chicago Racing Circuit by CARA brings together runners who thrive on competition, community, and the challenge of chasing new goals across a full season of races. This year, first-time Circuit competitor Maria Lindberg made an immediate impact. A lifelong runner whose journey spans youth 5Ks, collegiate All-American honors, and now 21 marathons, Maria used the Circuit as a way to rebuild speed, set meaningful mil

Dominque Sabbs at 'Go Run ™ Dominique Sabbs is a dedicated leader, athlete, and advocate within Chicago’s running community, proudly serving the Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) for the past five years. Throughout her tenure, she has become a driving force for representation, access, and equity in a sport and industry predominantly shaped by men. Dominque and 'Go Run ™ volunteers As a young African American woman rising within the running world, Dominique has continual

Delfino Calderon & Dominique Sabbs Member Spotlight - Delfino Calderon After surviving two heart attacks and finding inspiration from his daughter, Delfino Calderon made some life changes that began with running. What started as a path toward better health soon grew into passion, fueled by the support of the Marquette Park Run Crew . This year, Delfino completed his first marathon through CARA's allotted Entries for Equity for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. His journ