Carol McKinley

Carol McKinley is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience as a contributor for various media outlets, including Newsweek/Daily Beast and The Colorado Sun. Currently, Carol holds positions as a field producer for ABC News and CBS News, recognized for producing impactful stories, including award-winning interviews. In addition to journalistic endeavors, Carol serves as a First Amendment and Trial Strategist Professor at Metropolitan State University of Denver, where a course designed to prepare students for justice system coverage is set to begin. Carol's writing spans various platforms, including Salon.com and LaCorte News, and encompasses topics ranging from high-profile trials to significant historical events. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Religious Studies from the University of Denver and dual Bachelor's degrees in Communications from the University of Colorado.