Former congressman hosts mental health forum in Chicago

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A former congressman with a high-profile family brought a very important discussion to Chicago.

Patrick Kennedy led the Kennedy Forum at the Chicago Hilton on Wednesday. The forum's purpose is to discuss ways to end the stigma against mental health and addiction issues.

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ABC7's Ron Magers was one of the participants and the emcee of the event.