"The family hopes that this significant settlement will send a message to politicians and bureaucrats that they must take actions," the family's attorney writes.

Gov. Tina Kotek officially placed the director of the Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) on administrative leave Friday, as the agency faces comprehensive review of the their handling of abuse complaints ...

Tina Kotek has placed the director of Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) on administrative leave, effective immediately. Kotek's office announced Friday that Jana McLellan, who currently serves as the ...

Governor Tina Kotek has placed Joe O’Leary, the director of the Oregon Youth Authority (OYA), on administrative leave effective immediately. This decision comes as an investigation is underway ...

Joe O’Leary and the agency are named in several ongoing federal lawsuits accusing OYA staff members at facilities in Albany ...