Wearing the Badge: Ella French?s mom, officer injured in shooting now help cop families cope with trauma
On this episode of "Wearing the Badge," we remember Ella French, a Chicago police officer killed in the line of duty in 2021. Ella?s mother, Elizabeth French, and officer Carlos Yanez Jr., who was shot alongside Ella, joined host Garry McCarthy to share memories of her life and the kind of person she was ? both on and off the job. Yanez and Ella's mom now help cop families cope with trauma through the ?Light The Line? nonprofit.
On this episode of "Wearing the Badge," we remember Ella French, a Chicago police officer killed in the line of duty in 2021. Ella?s mother, Elizabeth French, and officer Carlos Yanez Jr., who was shot alongside Ella, joined host Garry McCarthy to share memories of her life and the kind of person she was ? both on and off the job. Yanez and Ella's mom now help cop families cope with trauma through the ?Light The Line? nonprofit.
Alleged Chicago police torture led to Lester Owens' wrongful conviction, advocates say
He?s already served 14 years?but was he wrongfully convicted? A judge may be reconsidering Lester Owens? case.
He?s already served 14 years?but was he wrongfully convicted? A judge may be reconsidering Lester Owens? case.
15-year-old fatally shot at apartment complex in NW Indiana, police say
A 15-year-old was shot and killed at an apartment complex in northwest Indiana early Friday morning, authorities said.
A 15-year-old was shot and killed at an apartment complex in northwest Indiana early Friday morning, authorities said.
Investigation digs deeper into deadly shooting on Florida State's campus
Two people are dead and several are injured after a student opened fire on the campus of Florida State University
Two people are dead and several are injured after a student opened fire on the campus of Florida State University
American man hijacks plane headed to popular Belize tourist town
An American man hijacked a small plane heading to a popular Belize tourist town, stabbing two passengers and a pilot before another passenger shot him.
An American man hijacked a small plane heading to a popular Belize tourist town, stabbing two passengers and a pilot before another passenger shot him.
Austin Metcalf's family targeted by 'swatting' call Thursday, Frisco police say
Frisco police were called to the home of 17-year-old stabbing victim Austin Metcalf's family on Thursday. It was later determined to be a 'swatting' call.
Frisco police were called to the home of 17-year-old stabbing victim Austin Metcalf's family on Thursday. It was later determined to be a 'swatting' call.
Nine lawsuits filed against Arlington Heights school district over nurse’s medication mix-ups
Arlington Heights School District 25 is facing nine lawsuits from families who allege a former school nurse endangered students by mishandling prescription medications.
Arlington Heights School District 25 is facing nine lawsuits from families who allege a former school nurse endangered students by mishandling prescription medications.
Suburban pizzeria offers free pizza for a year to help catch attempted burglars
After a failed break-in, a suburban pizzeria is serving up slices of justice—offering anyone who helps ID the suspects a year of free pizza.
After a failed break-in, a suburban pizzeria is serving up slices of justice—offering anyone who helps ID the suspects a year of free pizza.
Unique Simpson: Missing teen last seen at University of Chicago Hospital on April 13, police say
Have you seen Unique Simpson? The 15-year-old girl was last spotted Sunday in Chicago's Hyde Park.
Have you seen Unique Simpson? The 15-year-old girl was last spotted Sunday in Chicago's Hyde Park.
Haley Joel Osment arrested at California ski resort, charged with possession, public intoxication
Haley Joel Osment was arrested at Mammoth Mountain on April 8.
Haley Joel Osment was arrested at Mammoth Mountain on April 8.
South Shore stabbing: Woman charged in 2024 death of 61-year-old man
Months after a man was found dead in Chicago's South Shore, an arrest has been made.
Months after a man was found dead in Chicago's South Shore, an arrest has been made.
Violence down 41% in Chicago hotspots thanks to peacekeepers, study says
A new study by Northwestern University says paid civilian peacekeepers and violence interrupters are having an impact on reducing crime in Chicago.
A new study by Northwestern University says paid civilian peacekeepers and violence interrupters are having an impact on reducing crime in Chicago.
Four Chicago-area men accused in suburban burglary may be tied to larger crew, authorities say
A Range Rover, a Mercedes, and a foot chase in the suburbs — what we know about a break-in tied to a larger investigation.
A Range Rover, a Mercedes, and a foot chase in the suburbs — what we know about a break-in tied to a larger investigation.
Florida school shooting: Trump reacts, everything we know
At least two people were killed in a shooting Thursday on the campus of Florida State University.
At least two people were killed in a shooting Thursday on the campus of Florida State University.
What we know about the FSU shooting suspect
FSU shooting: What we know about the 20-year-old alleged suspect
FSU shooting: What we know about the 20-year-old alleged suspect
Florida State shooting latest: Reactions pour in after 2 killed, 5 hurt
The accused Florida State University shooter is the son of a local sheriff's deputy. His mother's service weapon was found at the scene of the shooting.
The accused Florida State University shooter is the son of a local sheriff's deputy. His mother's service weapon was found at the scene of the shooting.
FSU shooting live updates: 2 dead, 5 hurt; suspect identified as FSU student, son of Leon County deputy
Two people were killed in a shooting Thursday morning on the campus of Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, police said. Six people have been taken to the hospital, including the alleged gunman. Police said the alleged gunman has been identified and is believed to be a current FSU student and the son of a Florida sheriff's deputy.
Two people were killed in a shooting Thursday morning on the campus of Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, police said. Six people have been taken to the hospital, including the alleged gunman. Police said the alleged gunman has been identified and is believed to be a current FSU student and the son of a Florida sheriff's deputy.
Watch: 'Call on Jesus' bus explodes in ball of flames
Dramatic video shows the moment a “Call on Jesus” bus exploded, sending black smoke and debris flying into nearby cars and businesses.
Dramatic video shows the moment a “Call on Jesus” bus exploded, sending black smoke and debris flying into nearby cars and businesses.
Karmelo Anthony's family speaks publicly for first time since Frisco track meet stabbing
For the first time since their son's arrest, the family of the teenager accused in the stabbing death of another at a Frisco track meet on April 2, spoke to the public.
For the first time since their son's arrest, the family of the teenager accused in the stabbing death of another at a Frisco track meet on April 2, spoke to the public.
Chicago man charged with stealing $10K violin from CTA rider
A man was charged with stealing a $10,000 custom violin from a CTA Blue Line train last Friday in downtown Chicago.
A man was charged with stealing a $10,000 custom violin from a CTA Blue Line train last Friday in downtown Chicago.