18th annual 'Carrera de los Muertos' in Pilsen to raise money for local organization

CHICAGO (WLS) -- This Saturday brings the 18th annual "Carrera de los Muertos," or "Race of the Dead," in Pilsen.

Some 8,000 people are expected to participate.

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The money raised from the event goes towards "UNO - It Only Takes ONE," which uplifts and empowers girls.

Executive Director Maya Solis and Arianna Gomez, a student, join ABC7 Chicago in-studio Thursday to talk more about the event.

The full interview can be viewed in the video player above.