New York (CNN Business) The New York attorney general's office has interviewed a number of past and present NBC News staffers in a probe of sexual harassment and other matters at the news division. It is unclear if the investigation is ongoing, and the attorney general's office declined to comment. The investigation apparently stemmed from years of scandals swirling around NBC News, including the allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior by "Today" co-host Matt Lauer that led to his firing in November 2017 . At least one woman who accused Lauer of misconduct, Addie Zinone, confirmed to Variety magazine that she was interviewed by the state attorney general's office. Zinone said she was asked about "the culture at NBC News and my experience as a young production assistant, including my interactions with Matt Lauer in the newsroom."

Source: CNN May 07, 2020 01:52 UTC