The Ricky Byrdsong’s family attends the Race Against Hate at Long Field on Sheridan Road. Byrdsong, former coach of Northwestern University, was shot and killed while jogging with two of his children in a 1999 hate crime. From left are Byrdsong’s children: Sabrina, Kelley and Ricky Jr. and widow Sherialyn. The race has been held every year since 2000 except for the pandemic years. Nearly 4,000 walked or ran this year. For more story and pictures, please visit us here. (Photo by Richard Cahan)
Richard Cahan
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