It’s been nearly 20 years since Chris and Lori Coble first made headlines—a story of unimaginable grief after their three young children, Kyle, Emma and Katie, were killed in a freeway accident on Interstate 5 in Southern California in 2007.
That tragedy was followed by what many called a miracle: through IVF, the couple welcomed three more children—Ellie, Ashley and Jake—each carrying a middle name in tribute to a sibling. Chris and Lori became symbols of resilience in the face of devastating loss.
Their tragedy sparked renewed calls for highway safety reform. The late Sen. Dianne Feinstein pushed for stricter oversight of the trucking industry, including regulations on driver logs and mandatory rest breaks. In 2010, Chris and Lori shared their story on “Oprah,” touching hearts worldwide. Now, the world is rallying around the family once again…