A group of people walking in Portland are trying to fight violence one step at a time.
In a quiet, almost somber address Wednesday, Jefferson County Commonwealth's Attorney Gerina Whethers said gun violence is an urgent issue plaguing the the Louisville community.
Demetrius McDowell was pulled into gang life by the adrenaline rush. He said almost nothing compares to getting away from the police.
The group participated in a panel discussion Tuesday evening at the California Community Center as part of a series of events marking National Youth Violence Prevention Week.
The Cabinet joined Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg on Monday to announce a series of events to mark Youth Violence Prevention Week in the city.
Last week, they learned the suspect, Jameko Hayden, struck a plea deal that could mean he serves just 10 years in prison for killing Christian Gwynn.
More and more young people are dying in Louisville and some people are pointing to social media.