Tribute run held for fallen Kansas City firefighter-paramedic
Community members gathered Saturday morning to honor fallen firefighter and paramedic Graham Hoffman, who died in the line of duty nearly two months ago. Running 4 Heroes, a nonprofit that honors first responders killed in the line of duty, organized the tribute run.
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