Northwestern hires ex-AG Loretta Lynch to conduct probe

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Northwestern announced Tuesday that it has hired former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch to conduct an independent review of its athletics programs and culture in the wake of recent scandals and wide allegations of hazing.

Lynch will be tasked with leading a review of "processes and accountability mechanisms in place at t