Explosions at Boston Marathon Finish Line; List of Local Runners

The Boston Globe is reporting that there were two explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon.

The explosions killed at least three and injured more than 100, the New York Times reported. The explosions occurred a few seconds apart at about 2:45 p.m., according to CNN.

The Boston Marathon website shows that 974 people from Illinois are participating in this year's event, including 12 from Palatine and 10 from Arlington Heights.

Among those from Arlington Heights in the race was mayor-elect Tom Hayes.

“This is a horrific day in Boston," Governor Deval Patrick said. "My thoughts and prayers are with those who have been injured. I have been in touch with the President, Mayor Menino and our public safety leaders. Our focus is on making sure that the area around Copley Square is safe and secured. I am asking everyone to stay away from Copley Square and let the first responders do their jobs.”

Local runners in the race:

Arlington Heights

Kelly Causero

Raymond Gomez

Tom Hayes

Patti Koury

Vinnie Maniola

Nick Pinto

Paul Puccillo

David Weiss

Mitch Weiss

Michael Wolfe