A New Jersey woman is cycling more than 200 miles in just three days to raise money for cancer research.

It's a journey fueled by hope and by heartbreak.

N.J. woman inspired to raise money for cancer research

As Jessica Chin peddles, she's carrying more than just her gear; she's carrying her mother's legacy.

"I know she's looking down and she's cheering me on. She's my biggest fan and my biggest supporter," she said.

Jessica Chin (R) and her mother, Ann (L) Jessica Chin

Chin's mom, Ann, worked near the World Trade Center in 2001. In 2012, she was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer that doctors related to 9/11. She died in August 2024.

"Luckily, she was able to live an extra 10 years from the original six-month prognosis," Chin said. "That's why every dollar is super important for

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