The legislation passed through the House on Tuesday. State law lists China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela and ...

Palmetto Police Chief Scott Tyler said the curfew will be a “tool” officers can use to keep Palmetto’s youth away from late-night crime.

A Knoxville Jewish couple who sued after they were denied adoption training may see an end to their case soon.

A bill critics say would disrupt the ability of American citizens to adopt children or use a surrogate from China passed through the House on Tuesday.

The bill does not ban adoption of a child from China, but it bans preplanned adoption agreements where one party is a citizen of a foreign country of concern. Delray Beach Democratic state Rep. Kelly ...

Global adoptions to the US have become complex over the decades. As an adoptee herself, Maria Noble Valdez delves into the nuances of the adoption process for The World.

A 10-year-old adoption agency has closed down, as Utah legislators appear inclined to approve a bill that would rein in some of the industry's most-criticized practices.

Years ago, we introduced you to Serriyah — a bright, hopeful little girl in foster care searching for a place to call home.

Only the lowest paid Floridians qualify for Medicaid in the Sunshine State, the result of eligibility rules that are among the strictest in the nation. A single mom with two children can only enroll ...

The woman has no criminal record and is unsure what prompted the threat of removal. She fears being deported to Iran given ...

Northeast Florida animal shelters feature a variety of dogs and cats available for adoptions. Here are 8 this week.

State child welfare agencies recommend children not be left alone before age 12. The National SAFE KIDS Campaign suggests older siblings should not supervise younger children until age 15. Spring ...