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.
The adoption of Samantha finalized in court almost a year to the day that her suite segment aired back in 2011. Samantha was able to start this school year with a new lease on life as she no longer was part of the foster care system! Samantha and her mom could hardly contain their joy as the adoption was finalized, and we want to share some of their story (and their joy) with you! Tune in to Wednesday's Child on FOX 11's 10 O'clock News this Wednesday and Sunday to see the sweet results of Samantha's suite story.
For more information about adoption: Please call 866-921- ADOPT (2367) Wednesday's Child is sponsored by the Freddie Mac Foundation
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:05 PM EDT2013-06-14 02:05:22 GMT
The Surface Transportation Board gave the nod today for California High-Speed Rail Authority to start building the initial 65 miles of the bullet train project from Merced to Fresno.
The Surface Transportation Board gave the nod today for California High-Speed Rail Authority to start building the initial 65 miles of the bullet train project from Merced to Fresno.
Thursday, June 13 2013 1:00 AM EDT2013-06-13 05:00:12 GMT
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] This week on Wednesday's Child, we are revisiting a sister set who, while not close in age, are close at heart. Selena was born in 1995 and Breyanna in 2002.
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] This week on Wednesday's Child, we are revisiting a sister set who, while not close in age, are close at heart. Selena was born in 1995 and Breyanna in 2002.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:40 PM EDT2013-06-13 01:40:10 GMT
Lawmakers requested answers regarding bonuses tied to the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge's new east span.
More than a dozen state lawmakers want answers. Addressing a letter to the chairman of the Toll Bridge Program Oversight Committee, lawmakers requested detailed answers regarding bonuses tied to the Labor Day opening of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge's new east span.
Tuesday, June 11 2013 4:03 PM EDT2013-06-11 20:03:26 GMT
Six days after the F.B.I. raided his office, California state Senator Ron Calderon made his first public statement.
Six days after the F.B.I. raided his office, California state Senator Ron Calderon (D-Montebello) made his first public statement. Calderon is the focus of a corruption investigation, and for the last week, attorney Mark Geragos has been speaking for him.
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Thursday, June 6 2013 1:00 AM EDT2013-06-06 05:00:09 GMT
Who wants to ride the Silver Bullet? It's a scream fest for sure! We had hundreds of Wednesday's Child kids and families attending our 2013 reunion at Knott's Berry Farm.
Who wants to ride the Silver Bullet? It's a scream fest for sure! Darnell grabbed the safety bar tightly as the coaster roared through Knotts Berry Farm. Darnell is one of the hundreds of Wednesday's Child kids and families who attended reunion 2013.
Friday, May 31 2013 7:35 PM EDT2013-05-31 23:35:49 GMT
It's our chance to catch up with families who have adopted children from our Wednesday's Child program. For 18 years, FOX 11 has helped 500+ kids find adoptive homes.
It's our chance to catch up with families who have adopted children from our Wednesday's Child program. For 18 years, FOX 11 has helped 500+ kids find adoptive homes.
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.
Thursday, June 13 2013 1:00 AM EDT2013-06-13 05:00:12 GMT
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] This week on Wednesday's Child, we are revisiting a sister set who, while not close in age, are close at heart. Selena was born in 1995 and Breyanna in 2002.
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] This week on Wednesday's Child, we are revisiting a sister set who, while not close in age, are close at heart. Selena was born in 1995 and Breyanna in 2002.
For someone so young, this week's Wednesday's Child has a broad range of interests. Born in 2001, Jeremy has a love for dinosaurs, contemporary art and sports of all kinds.
For someone so young, this week's Wednesday's Child has a broad range of interests. Born in 2001, Jeremy has a love for dinosaurs, contemporary art and sports of all kinds.
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.
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