Abigail Beckman joined KRCC in 2018 as a reporter and back-up host.
Professional background:
Before joining KRCC, Abigail worked at KMUW in Wichita, Kan. and The Dodge City Daily Globe in Dodge City, Kan. Her work has been featured on Morning Edition, All Things Considered, Weekend Edition, Only A Game, among others.
Her honors include a Gracie Award from the Alliance for Women in Media and a regional Edward R. Murrow Award, among other local and statewide awards.
Abigail is a board member for HostCon, an annual conference providing professional development for Morning Edition hosts and producers from across the country.
Education:
Abigail has a Masters Degree from Wichita State University and a Bachelor’s Degree from Benedictine College, Atchison, Kan.
A judge has denied a motion to punish the El Paso County Sheriff's Office for allegedly leaking information to the press about the accused Club Q shooter's criminal history.
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Colorado Springs City Council has approved a budget of more than $420 million dollars for next year. The plan includes money for 15 new police officers and more than 30 additional firefighters.
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The union representing staff at the Federal Correctional Complex in Florence is calling for changes as the facility struggles to maintain adequate staffing.
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A fundraiser for the staff and performers at Club Q Thursday night included emotional performances from drag queens and employees of the Colorado Springs club.
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It's been close to 20 years since the city of Colorado Springs has modernized its plans for transportation growth but a draft is now available for public input.