Congresswoman Robin Kelly, left, helps release biodegradable balloons at Prairie State College on May 31 to honor the lives of those lost to gun violence. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)
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Wear Orange: Kelly, Williams lead gun violence prevention event at PSC on May 31

Congresswoman Robin Kelly, left, helps release biodegradable balloons at Prairie State College on May 31 to honor the lives of those lost to gun violence. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)
Congresswoman Robin Kelly, left, helps release biodegradable balloons at Prairie State College on May 31 to honor the lives of those lost to gun violence. (Eric Crump/H-F Chronicle)

Prairie State College Board of Education Chair Camiella Williams said the loss of a family member to gun violence was what prompted her to run for the board eight years ago. On Saturday, May 31, she presided over a gathering at the college of political leaders and…

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