'Back Channel Chase' held on Chicago River

By ABC7
October 23, 2011 (CHICAGO)

The 500-meter sprint of the "Back Channel Chase" was intense. Mayor Rahm Emanuel was on hand, handing out medals to the participants which included his daughter Ilana. Her team won its race.

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