'Disturbed' by Cornell rape investigation, NY governor puts state AG in charge

WSKG | By Aurora Berry

Published October 2, 2026 at 4:18 PM EDT

The Cornell University Police Department is leading the investigation into an alleged gang rape two years ago. How effective is that approach, and is the campus police accountable to the public?

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