Local organization hosting virtual events to raise awareness about suicide prevention

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – In 2018, 888 Wisconsinites took their own life.

It’s the 10th leading cause of death overall in the state but the second for people between the ages 10 to 34.

That’s according to the most recent data from the CDC.

Now there is fear that it will rise even more because of the struggles people have faced due to the pandemic.

That’s why one organization is dedicated to raising awareness about it in our community.

The La Crosse Suicide Prevention Initiative hosted a virtual awareness event from…