Screening of gun violence initiative, discussion scheduled

CHICAGO (AP) - A screening of WTTW's year-long initiative on gun violence and a discussion on the topic are scheduled for Wednesday.

WTTW and Leadership Greater Chicago will co-host the event on the lasting impact of gun violence.

WTTW's 'œFirsthand: Gun Violence'ť will be shown. It follows the lives of five Chicago residents affected by violence with firearms. It's a 15-part digital series reported in partnership with The Trace, a national news organization covering gun violence.

Brandis Friedman of 'œChicago Tonight'ť will moderate the discussion. It will feature two initiative participants. Reality Allah is an ex-offender now working with READI Chicago. Police Sgt. Jermaine Harris from the Austin neighborhood's 15th District advocates social justice.

There are admission fees to the 6 p.m. event at Venue SIX10.

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