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Charles County Detention Center Officer DeCarlo Weaver makes a difference in the lives of inmates at work and children in his home. News4’s Melissa Mollet shares the inspiring story.

News4’s Melissa Mollet introduces Joseph, a “one-of-a-kind” teen who loves sports, video games and connecting with people. For more info., visit the Paths for Families website (https.//pathsforfamilies.org).

Ten years after a woman was killed by her estranged husband in her Loudoun County home, two of the victim’s closest friends, who took in her five children, were finally able to start adoption proceedings. Michelle Castillo was in the midst of a bitter divorce and custody battle with IT executive Braulio Castillo when she was found dead March 20,…

Ten years after a woman was killed by her estranged husband in her Loudoun County home, two of the victim’s closest friends who took in her five children were finally able to start adoption proceedings. Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey explains how the very determined couple and their foster kids overcame a series of disappointments and legal hurdles to...

News4’s Melissa Mollet introduces Tony, a tween who loves breakfast, trucks and playing Uno. For more info., visit the Paths for Families website (https.//pathsforfamilies.org).

The newborn was surrendered at a Kentucky fire station under the state’s Safe Infant Act.

A Northern Virginia man who was stolen at birth from his biological mother in Chile is going to be reunited with her soon.

A Northern Virginia man who was stolen at birth from his biological mother in Chile is going to be reunited with her soon. News4’s Darcy Spencer spoke with the man who’s about to meet the mom he never knew.

News4’s Melissa Mollet reintroduces Greg, an 11-year-old looking for his forever home. Greg is a kind boy who loves animals and the outdoors. For more info., visit the Paths for Families website (https.//pathsforfamilies.org).

A national campaign is designed to connect teens in the foster care system with loving adoptive families. “What I thought was a complete life was nowhere near complete, but it is now,” one adoptive parent said. News4’s Melissa Mollet shares the latest story in her Finding Families series.

News4’s Melissa Mollet introduces Logan, a happy child who is legally blind and nonverbal but has a smile that can light up a room. For more info., visit the Paths for Families website (https.//pathsforfamilies.org).

On this Adoption Day, the journeys of adopted children illustrate the power of family and home. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.

Gina and Antoinette from Fairfax County hope their adoption story encourages others — especially those in the Hispanic community — to consider foster care and adoption. News4’s Melissa Mollet reports.

The Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) is urging the D.C. community to help place 48 dogs from its shelters into new homes within 48 hours.  The HRA is seeing what they called an “unprecedented increase” in animal intakes, with intakes up 40% since last year, the group said Thursday. HRA is caring for more than 145 adoptable dogs and calling on…

News4’s Melissa Mollet introduces Tino, a ninth-grader who enjoys going for walks, playing video games and painting. For more info., visit the Adoptions Together website (www.adoptionstogether.org) or email lmarks@adoptionstogether.org.

News4’s Melissa Mollet spoke to social workers about how fostering and adoption can make a difference to children looking for their forever homes.

The San Diego Humane Society is critically over capacity. That’s why a famous San Diego groomer is partnering with them to help overlooked dogs increase their chances of being adopted.

A baby girl who was born under the rubble of her family home destroyed by the deadly earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria six months ago is in good health with her adopted family.

These are some ways to keep your pets healthy and happy in the summer heat and avoid unwanted trips to the vet.

News4’s Melissa Mollet reintroduces Latoya, an eighth grader looking for her forever home. Latoya is a foodie who loves going to the pool and wants to help other foster kids. For more info., visit the Adoptions Together website (www.adoptionstogether.org) or email lmarks@adoptionstogether.org.