Christine Devine profiles children looking for loving families to call their own. We work closely with Los Angeles' Division of Children and Family Services in coordinating these Wednesday's Child stories. Sponsored by the Freddie Mac Foundation. Their stories air Wednesdays (and again on Sundays) during FOX 11 News at 10pm
Please call 866-921-2367 for more information on adoption. Here are our recent Wednesday's Child stories along with some success stories.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:00 AM EDT2013-05-16 05:00:23 GMT
Quwendarous – who prefers to be called "Q" – is a bright, active and outgoing kid who loves basketball and playing outdoors. Q also likes to go bike riding but didn't currently have a bike.
Quwendarous – who prefers to be called "Q" – is a bright, active and outgoing kid who loves basketball and playing outdoors. Q also likes to go bike riding but didn't currently have a bike.
Thursday, May 9 2013 3:00 AM EDT2013-05-09 07:00:04 GMT
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Heaven is a healthy, creative and outgoing young girl with a warm smile. She also has an affinity for animals and an adventurous spirit that likes to explore new things.
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Heaven is a healthy, creative and outgoing young girl with a warm smile. She also has an affinity for animals and an adventurous spirit that likes to explore new things.
Thursday, May 2 2013 1:00 AM EDT2013-05-02 05:00:09 GMT
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Ryan is a thoughtful and loyal kid…loyal to those in his life and to his favorite sports teams! Ryan is active and already loves to play basketball and soccer.
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Ryan is a thoughtful and loyal kid…loyal to those in his life and to his favorite sports teams! Ryan is active and already loves to play basketball and soccer.
Livni (1996) is a bright, sweet and mild-mannered teen with a knack for math, interest in the arts, and an inclination to learn about and try random and diverse things.
Livni (1996) is a bright, sweet and mild-mannered teen with a knack for math, interest in the arts, and an inclination to learn about and try random and diverse things. So when seeking out something unique for Livni to experience, we wound up at Milena's Boutique in Alhambra, California where she could learn about and try her hand at soy candles – in some of the over 200 scents available.
Alexandra (1998) is a lovely young lady who is into clothes and accessories and was ready to jump on the chance to get some wardrobe tips and feedback from professionals.
Alexandra (1998) is a lovely young lady who is into clothes and accessories and was ready to jump on the chance to get some wardrobe tips and feedback from professionals in the field while pulling together a new head-to-toe (or at least a neck-to-toe) outfit. Alexandra's new casual-look options included shoes by Crocs, denim by Frankie B and jewelry by Charmed Circle.
Jesus (2000) is a handsome, resilient young boy who – in addition to building things from Legos and playing video games – likes animals, and would like to someday have his own cat.
Jesus (2000) is a handsome, resilient young boy who – in addition to building things from Legos and playing video games – likes animals, and would like to someday have his own cat.
Sierra (2001) is a down-to-earth and friendly girl who engages and draws you in to see the world from her eyes. Sierra had a tougher start in life than most children.
Sierra (2001) is a down-to-earth and friendly girl who engages and draws you in to see the world from her eyes. Sierra had a tougher start in life than most children.
A music video in the making for the song "Imminent" soon to be released on iTunes. We know the aspiring hip hop artist as Jamal from Wednesday's Child.
A music video in the making for the song "Imminent" soon to be released on iTunes. We know the aspiring hip hop artist as Jamal from Wednesday's Child.
While all of our children need and deserve care and attention, there are some kids who need a bit extra – and Steven is one such child.
While all of our children need and deserve care and attention, there are some kids who need a bit extra – and Steven is one such child. Having some special medical needs doesn't mean Steven isn't interactive, and he showed us just how engaging he is!
Here is Hezekiah (2002), who got to watch the UniverSoul show as well as participate in a post-show, behind-the-scenes interactive session with the cast.
Here is Hezekiah (2002), who got to watch the UniverSoul show as well as participate in a post-show, behind-the-scenes interactive session with the cast.
It doesn't take much time for one to see that some fitting nicknames for this week's Wednesday's Child could include "Quick-Study Stevie" or "Studious Stevie".
It doesn't take much time for one to see that some fitting nicknames for this week's Wednesday's Child could include "Quick-Study Stevie" or "Studious Stevie". So a learning excursion to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California was apropos for our time with Stevie.
While Kimberly (2004) is too young to remember the slogan "Calgon, take me away!", she was already looking forward to learning the joy of pampering beauty services when we caught up with her.
While Kimberly (2004) is too young to remember the slogan "Calgon, take me away!", she was already looking forward to learning the joy of pampering beauty services when we caught up with her.
Josiah (1996) is a friendly, funny and respectful young man. As a junior in high school, his favorite things about school include Biology and U.S. History classes, as well as socializing with his peers.
Josiah (1996) is a friendly, funny and respectful young man. As a junior in high school, his favorite things about school include Biology and U.S. History classes, as well as socializing with his peers.
Sometimes it can be a comforting touch we know will feed us or meet some other physical need. Such assurances can mean the world to someone like Blessance (2009), this week's Wednesday's Child.
Sometimes it can be a comforting touch and sometimes it can be as simple as seeing someone we know will feed us or meet some other physical need. Such assurances can mean the world to someone like Blessance (2009), this week's Wednesday's Child.
Stepping into this week's Wednesday's Child spotlight and into Doris Bergman's pre-Oscar Style and Gifting Lounge is Autumn.
Autumn is a very thoughtful, bright and articulate young lady who hopes to be in the arts someday and spending some time with Wednesday's Child partner and fashion designer Kelly Nishimoto fanned Autumn's interest in the fashion industry.
While we all share some basic needs for things like food and shelter, some face each day with more specific needs and challenges. Amy (2000) is among those that have amazingly made it through.
While we all share some basic needs for things like food and shelter, some face each day with more specific needs and challenges. Amy (2000) is among those that have amazingly made it through.
This week's Wednesday's Child is a bright and engaging young man with some athletic aptitude. As much as Albert (1996) has already experienced some of life's ups and downs, he is usually open to try new
This week's Wednesday's Child is a bright and engaging young man with some athletic aptitude. As much as Albert (1996) has already experienced some of life's ups and downs, he is usually open to try new
This week on Wednesday's Child we're dancing with a star! Jonathan (1998) is not a reality show star, but a real survivor star in his own right. And his dance partner today is our very own Anchor, Christine Devine.
This week on Wednesday's Child we're dancing with a star! Jonathan (1998) is not a reality show star, but a real survivor star in his own right. And his dance partner today is our very own Anchor, Christine Devine.
‘Tis the season to suit up in costume for Halloween, which brings us to this week's Wednesday's Child featuring Chanton. We met with him at Paw's Pumpkin Patch in Long Beach.
‘Tis the season to suit up in costume for Halloween, which brings us to this week's Wednesday's Child featuring Chanton, although he isn't quite sure what he's going to dress up as yet. We met with him at Paw's Pumpkin Patch in Long Beach, where he found the perfect pumpkin and starting carving it right away.
Children who have significant delays often have a difficult time being seen or heard and – even more than other children – need someone else to be their voice.
Children who have significant delays often have a difficult time being seen or heard and – even more than other children – need someone else to be their voice. Ayanna is such a child, and this week Wednesday's Child is being her voice.
Jeremias (1997), who likes to be called Jerry, is a well-mannered and goal-oriented youth who wants to be a police officer one day and is already part of the Police Explorer program.
Jeremias (1997), who likes to be called Jerry, is a well-mannered and goal-oriented youth who wants to be a police officer one day and is already part of the Police Explorer program.
This week's Wednesday's Child focuses on Anthony, an energetic and technically-minded teen with a gift for putting things together.
This week's Wednesday's Child focuses on Anthony, an energetic and technically-minded teen with a gift for putting things together. With this in mind, it seemed fitting to bring Anthony to Rolling Robots in Glendale, California to challenge his talent in a fun and productive way.
How sweet it is to see the results of one of our 'suite' stories and of our collective labor! We introduced you to Samantha a little over a year ago on Wednesday's Child at an MTV Awards pre-show suite.
How sweet it is to see the results of one of our 'suite' stories and of our collective labor! We introduced you to Samantha a little over a year ago on Wednesday's Child at an MTV Awards pre-show gifting suite. While Samantha enjoyed the VIP treatment and the gifts she received that day, the biggest gift that resulted was that of a forever family.
It's Emmy season in TV-ville, but this week we have our eye on a different prize…A permanent family and home for Jeric (1995) to call his own. For an afternoon, Jeric joined the ranks of Hollywood.
It's Emmy season in TV-ville, but this week we have our eye on a different prize-a permanent family and home for Jeric (1995) to call his own. For an afternoon, Jeric joined the ranks of Hollywood.
When you're a teenager, it can be pretty tough staying focused. For Dayveon, participating in team sports and trying to live life by the Golden Rule are two main methods he tries to apply to his life.
When you're a teenager, it can be pretty tough keeping your eyes on the ball and staying focused. For Dayveon, participating in team sports and trying to live life by the Golden Rule are two main methods he tries to apply to his life.
Most boys at this age are mesmerized by cars. For many, this dream carries over to adulthood. Along with being active outdoors, David spends time dreaming of driving across the border to visit his roots in Mexico.
Most boys at this age are mesmerized by cars. For many kids, this dream carries over to adulthood, being able to take control of that dream car and living out your childhood dreams. Along with being active outdoors, David spends a fair amount of time dreaming of driving across the border to visit his roots in Mexico.
This week on Wednesday's Child we're putting out a call on behalf of a child with numerous special needs. Desmond got a very rough start in life and he needs a very special family that is full of compassion.
This week on Wednesday's Child we're putting out a call on behalf of a child with numerous special needs. Desmond got a very rough start in life and he needs a very special family that is full of compassion.
Quiet, thoughtful and sincere are adjectives often used to describe this week's Wednesday Child. Tarrell is a teen who enjoys both quiet activities as well as physical activities.
Quiet, thoughtful and sincere are adjectives often used to describe this week's Wednesday Child. Tarrell is a teen who enjoys both quiet activities as well as physical activities.
This week's segment of Wednesday's Child, a sunny day can feel just like Christmas and Harleys and bass guitars can be symbols of good will rather than bad-boys.
Nothing like some bright, sunny smiles to warm up a cold rainy week, so this week we're taking a look back at a sibling set that was first featured last year during some of our lazy days of summer.
This week's segment of Wednesday's Child, a sunny day can feel just like Christmas and Harleys and bass guitars can be symbols of good will rather than bad-boys.
This week's segment of Wednesday's Child is a reminder that things aren't always as they appear on the surface. For instance, a sunny day can feel just like Christmas and Harleys and bass guitars can be symbols of good will rather than bad-boys.
Julia is an adventurous and engaging young lady with a vibrant personality who has some lofty dreams of being a model or actor. When asked what her favorite school subject is, Julia replied biology.
Julia is an adventurous and engaging young lady with a vibrant personality who has some lofty dreams of being a model or actor. When asked what her favorite school subject is, Julia replied biology.
Over the holidays, a long-time community partner – the LA Kings – hosted another event for our Wednesday's Child families. We met on the Nokia Plaza at LA Live for a family skate followed by a hockey game, Kings vs. Ducks.
Over the holidays, a long-time community partner – the LA Kings – hosted another event for our Wednesday's Child families. We met on the Nokia Plaza at LA Live for a family skate followed by a hockey game, Kings vs. Ducks.
Born in 2001, Jeremy has a love for dinosaurs, contemporary art and sports of all kinds. And while Jeremy was more familiar with basketball and football.
Born in 2001, Jeremy has a love for dinosaurs, contemporary art and sports of all kinds. And while Jeremy was more familiar with basketball and football, he became a big fan of the other football (aka soccer) as well.
Angels' catcher Bobby Wilson recently took this week's Wednesday's Child, Derrick, under his wings for some batting practice. That evening the Angels enjoyed a win, and now we're out to win a forever family for Derrick.
Angels' catcher Bobby Wilson recently took this week's Wednesday's Child, Derrick, under his wings for some batting practice. That evening at Angels' Stadium, Derrick, Bobby and other Angels and Angels' fans enjoyed a win against the Baltimore Orioles. Now we are out to win a forever family for Derrick.
Some kids just have a knack for being able to take things apart and put them back together again, or look at something and be able to methodically figure out how it works. Aristotle is this week's Wednesday's Child.
Some kids just have a knack for being able to take things apart and put them back together again, or look at something and be able to methodically figure out how it works. Aristotle (1998) is such a kid and he's this week's Wednesday's Child.
Playing UNO may be their favorite past time, but this week's Wednesday's Child presents quite a pair! Meet Ana and Brandon, a sister and brother who share a special bond.
Playing UNO may be their favorite past time, but this week's Wednesday's Child presents quite a pair! Meet Ana and Brandon, a sister and brother who may not be the closest in chronological age but who share a special bond.
When we have a dynamic and talkative teen who is able to carry their own during an interview, we sometimes take advantage of the studios at FOX 11 and do an exclusive visit.
When we have a dynamic and talkative teen who is able to carry their own during an interview, we sometimes take advantage of the studios at FOX 11 and do an exclusive visit.
Wednesday's ChildWednesday's Child: Featured StoriesMore>>
We know aspiring hip hop artist, Nexus, from Wednesday's Child. His inspiration came from a childhood therapist while in foster care. Here's the story behind his song.
We know aspiring hip hop artist, Nexus, from Wednesday's Child. His inspiration came from a childhood therapist while in foster care. Here's the story behind his song.
Wednesday's Child is very excited about one of our kids all grown up! We told Jamal's story a few weeks ago. He's now 20 and is an aspiring hip hop artist.
Wednesday's Child is very excited about one of our kids all grown up! We told Jamal's story a few weeks ago. He's now 20 and is an aspiring hip hop artist. Jamal goes by Nexus in the neighborhood. Creating yet another Dream Day, we called on our supporters and helped produce a series of songs.
When Malik first appeared on Wednesday's Child back in June of 2010, we knew that he was in need of a forever family. What nobody could have known was that a former foster parent of his would be watching.
When Malik first appeared on Wednesday's Child back in June of 2010, we knew that he was in need of a forever family. What nobody could have known was that a former foster parent of his would be watching that night and that the rest of the story would become a happier history.
We normally showcase children in foster care hoping for new families, but this week we take you to a big reunion at Knott's Berry Farm. 500 people got together as one big family!
We normally showcase children in Foster Care hoping for new families, but this week we take you to a big reunion at Knott's Berry Farm. 500 people got together as one big family overcoming a challenging childhood from being in foster care. We salute our social workers and future ones, too!
Franklin, now 17, was featured on Wednesday's Child twice, and last month his adoption was final. Watch this teen talk about what his new family means to him.
This week on Wednesday's Child we are airing an adoption story. Franklin, now 17, was featured on Wednesday's Child twice, and last month his adoption was final. Watch and listen to this teen talk about what his new family means to him.
A family who'd adopted from Wednesday's Child is adopting yet again. Turns out the son Brooklyn wanted a brother. He'd remembered Antwon from foster care, and the rest is history.
A family who'd adopted from Wednesday's Child is adopting yet again. Turns out the son Brooklyn wanted a brother. He'd remembered Antwon from foster care, and the rest is history. Antwon was adopted this month by Kermit and Shelly Williams. The couple had children from previous marriages and had wanted children together. More adoptions are on the way as Antwon has a big sister.
Los Angeles County celebrated National Adoption Day on November 18, 2011 and one of the more that 100 adoptions that finalized that day was that of Wednesday's Child's Hector.
In this Wednesday's Child story, we take a moment to salute the workhorse behind Wednesday's Child, Will Wong from Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services.
In this Wednesday's Child story, we take a moment to salute the workhorse behind Wednesday's Child, Will Wong from Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. Thank you for all you do, Will!
