Walk ALS at Cantigny Park in Wheaton to support awareness, pay tribute to late Bears legend Mongo

WHEATON (WLS) -- An annual event is supporting people affected by ALS.

ALS United Greater Chicago is hosting a yearly event that draws thousands of people, "Walk ALS," on Saturday, May 31, at Cantigny Park in Wheaton.

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This year's event will begin with a special performance honoring Chicago Bears legend Steve "Mongo" McMichael, who passed away last month due to complications of ALS.

ABC7 was joined in studio Thurday by ALS United's Samantha Jarvis and Suzi Hunter.

They discussed what makes Walk ALS such an important event and the programs and services ALS United Greater Chicago provides.

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

Walk ALS event registration and more information can be found here.