Today marks the final day of the Showdown in Chicago and it began with a huge march across the Chicago River to the downtown Sheraton, home to the American Bankers Association's annual conference.  As of 11 a.m., thousands of participants were streaming up to the hotel, where they will hear from a variety of speakers, including AFL-CIO president Richard Trumka and Change to Win chair Anna Burger. 

We'll have photos, video, and more updates from the event as the day goes on.   

11:35 a.m.: Here's the view of the Sheraton rally from above:

11:45 p.m.: Chicago laborer Marcus Moore tells us why he's taking part in today's march, saying that the economic problems facing his community "started at the top and it trickles down.  And it's affecting us pretty hard.  And I think the banks are to blame."  Watch it:

12:00 p.m: Before the marchers took off for the Sheraton, SEIU International President Andy Stern addressed the crowd, saying "If anyone is confused about why we're here, let me tell you: It's because we love our country."  Watch it:

Here are some more images from the march: