Hofmann Named KSHB News Director

Bracco taps former WCNC vet for newsroom chief in Kansas City

By Michael Malone -- Broadcasting & Cable, 2/14/2013 12:23:43 PM

Carrie Hofmann has been named news director at KSHB. She comes from WCNC Charlotte, where she was assistant news director. She starts March 6.

"Carrie has the vision and leadership skills we believe will help 41 Action News move forward," said Brian Bracco, vice president and general manager.

Bracco was a VP of news at Hearst TV before taking on the top job at Scripps' KSHB in December.

Prior to Hofmann's time at WCNC, she was assistant news director at KMGH Denver.

"I am thrilled to be a part of the news team at 41 Action News," she said. "Together, we will break stories that matter to the viewers of Kansas City."