ABC7's Cheryl Burton hosts the JTB 12th annual National Conference Gala

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The non-profit "Just the Beginning," or JTB, hosted its 12th annual National Conference Gala Saturday night.

The group consists of judges and lawyers dedicated to developing educational programs that foster careers in law among students of color and under-represented groups.

This year's conference also honors the legacy of Judge George Leighton, a prominent civil rights attorney.

ABC7's Cheryl Burton hosted the event.