Brianna Willis
Prior to joining Eyewitness News, Brianna was a reporter and fill-in anchor for ABC30 in Fresno, CA. There she helped cover the destructive wildfires in Southern California for Disney/ABC Owned television stations across the nation. In addition to everyday breaking news, live reporting at sporting events, and spotlighting dogs that need to find their forever home, Brianna also extensively covered an illegal biolab found in Central California. Her reports were used on Capitol Hill for a Congressional investigation into the lab.
Before joining the ABC30 Action News Team, Brianna was a weekend anchor and reporter for KERO-TV in Bakersfield, where she covered multiple storms and wildfires. She also spent months following a case of a man who spent over 40 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. She had an exclusive jailhouse interview and conducted a one-on-one interview with him once he was released. Brianna also covered Valley Congressman Kevin McCarthy's road to speakership.
Brianna graduated from Pepperdine University with a degree in journalism in 2021. She studied abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina and became immersed in the culture. During college she interned for Spectrum News 1, the Hallmark Channel and Fox News.
Brianna is from the heart of Los Angeles near the Forum and So-Fi Stadium. She is the oldest of three and loves to spend time with her family. When she's not telling stories, Brianna loves to watch Disney movies or go out to eat with friends and family.
She is new to H-Town, so send her story ideas and food recommendations as she learns all of what Houston has to offer.
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Brianna's Stories
'All hands on deck:' Waller ISD experiences application backlog as county grows
Waller County is not only one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas but also in the nation, according to U.S. Census Bureau data, and now it's impacting the Waller Independent School District.
Misconduct reports involving educators have more than doubled since last year, TEA data shows
In 2025, there were 6,456 total misconduct reports. So far in 2026, there have been 16,848 reports, according to Texas Education Agency data.
Former Magnolia ISD teacher faces new charges for inappropriate sexual contact with students
A former Magnolia Independent School District teacher is now facing two new felony charges for having inappropriate sexual contact with elementary school students.
Woman's body found burned, with signs of foul play near North Freeway, HPD says
HPD said the woman's body had been burned and showed signs of foul play.
League City voters could soon decide future fate of Flock cameras in city limits
The future of Flock cameras in League City could soon be up for voters to decide as backlash for the cameras continues to grow across the country.
New NTSB report details causes of deadly 2024 Houston Ship Channel crash
The NTSB released a new report into the collision between the bulk carrier Yangze 7 and the towing vessel Miss Peggy on the Houston Ship Channel in July 2024.
Campus officials report mold inside Westwood Elementary, delaying 2026 school start: Friendswood ISD
According to the school, the campus underwent testing after visible surface mold was spotted during the summer. The new start date has yet to be announced.
FIFA match promoter arrested in Galveston on child porn materials, U.S. Attorney's Office says
According to officials, Ali Homoud Alnaimi allegedly came to the United States with the materials before embarking on a cruise to Mexico from Galveston.
Houston police call for possible victims of alleged serial rapist to come forward after new arrest
Authorities said Phillip Cerf has been accused of several sex crimes since 1997 and was identified after officials' DNA confirmation this year.
Liberty County sheriff gives update on jail repairs, following non-compliance
The state said there were missing locks on multiple units, missing intercoms for communication, damaged lighting, and the smoke management system was not working.