CNN’s release on Kate Bolduan joining CNN Newsource…

Kate Bolduan is joining CNN Newsource’s Washington, D.C., bureau, it was announced today by Paul Crum, executive director of news operations, administration and affiliate services for CNN/U.S.

Bolduan will serve as a national correspondent and will report live from the scene of breaking news events and from the nation’s capital, providing live reports for more than 800 CNN Newsource partner stations.

“The addition of Kate helps us to continue to grow a well-rounded team of journalists from our D.C. ranks,” Crum said. “This lets us continue to provide the extensive reports and stories that are important to our Newsource affiliates.”

Bolduan comes to CNN Newsource from WTVD-TV in Raleigh, N.C., where she served as a reporter with an emphasis on breaking news and live coverage. During that time, Bolduan covered stories of national interest including Tropical Storm Ernesto, the Apex chemical fire, the Duke lacrosse case and a shooting at a high school in Orange County, N.C.