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"Out of the Darkness" walk raises awareness for suicide prevention in Chicago

The annual "Out of the Darkness" walk was held in Chicago on Saturday to honor those impacted by suicide.

Organizers said this is the largest suicide prevention event in the country, and it stepped off from Montrose Harbor.

The American Foundation sponsors the 3-mile walk for Suicide Prevention. Thousands will gather nationwide to raise awareness. 

"As a leading cause of death, suicide is a public health problem. But it can be prevented through education and advocacy," organizers said ahead of this weekend's walk.

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