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The film, produced by filmmaker Dan Andries, chronicles the days after King’s assassination, when anger and sorrow spilled into the streets of Chicago and left deep scars on West Side neighborhoods. #blackhistory #chicagojazz #film

The two-day tribute, led by Chicago Jazz Philharmonic co-founder and Artistic Director Orbert Davis, is designed to honor the life, innovation and influence of Davis, who was born in Alton and raised in East St. Louis before becoming one of the most important figures in American music. #jazz

Humanities Day events will be held in the PSC Conference Center at 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights, and are free and open to the public. #humanitiesday #psc