A revised Indiana bill targeting youth gun violence is moving forward after lawmakers softened language that would have automatically sent some teens to adult court, while increasing penalties for firearms near schools.

The Power of TRU Generations conference is an event focused on highlighting issues of youth violence and mental health in Indianapolis. It was hosted by 11 Black young men affected by violence in the city.

Youth violence in Indianapolis recently received high profile local and statewide attention after a number of shootings involving teens. A conversation with a local non-profit leader on work to counter the root causes of violence.