Adopted and Locked Away: Kids promised 'forever homes' instead confined in for-profit institutions

An Associated Press investigation finds that a business known for tough-love boarding schools for rebellious, rich teenagers has set its sights on a different demographic: adopted kids

April 28, 2026Updated: April 28, 2026

By CLAIRE GALOFARO and SALLY HO

Norfolk’s Johnson Park illuminated red in honor of fallen firefighters

Faith Health Gala raises money for sleeper sofas

Norfolk to Participate in National 'Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters' Tribute

Humphrey St. Francis launches public phase of $25M campaign for new school, facilities

New Amazon delivery station in Columbus aims to speed up deliveries across the region

Tragedy 21 years ago is still making a difference today

State

New Nebraska Law Gives Ranchers the Right-of-Way

Lincoln East finishes under-par to win Beatrice Invitational

Adopted and Locked Away: Kids promised 'forever homes' instead confined in for-profit institutions

Norfolk’s Johnson Park illuminated red in honor of fallen firefighters

Faith Health Gala raises money for sleeper sofas

Norfolk to Participate in National 'Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters' Tribute

Humphrey St. Francis launches public phase of $25M campaign for new school, facilities

New Amazon delivery station in Columbus aims to speed up deliveries across the region

Tragedy 21 years ago is still making a difference today

State

New Nebraska Law Gives Ranchers the Right-of-Way

Lincoln East finishes under-par to win Beatrice Invitational

Plattsmouth certified as poised for growth

Norfolk’s Johnson Park illuminated red in honor of fallen firefighters

Kimball high school music students have successful competition at District Music Contest

Kimball Jr./Sr. High Track students headed to Best in the West

Sports

Lincoln East finishes under-par to win Beatrice Invitational

WNCC softball sweeps Trinidad on Friday

Haarberg Reflects on Time as a Husker, Hungry for NFL Opportunity

APRIL 24 (6:45 PM CT) - Columbus Fury vs Omaha Supernovas (NCN TV)

Mayor recognizes wrestling champion

Doane wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez captures NAIA and U.S. championships

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety