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
Two data centers proposed for Matagorda County, residents pushing back
Some living in Matagorda County are now pushing back against the proposed data centers, saying their main concern is how the facility will impact their rural lifestyle here.
Man accused of breaking into Rice Village businesses, leaving $160k worth of damage, HPD says
The suspect has since been charged with criminal mischief after at least eight businesses reported break-ins around 7 a.m. on Monday morning, HPD said.
Man arrested for murdering woman who was pregnant with his child, HPD says
Houston police say Kevin Faux, accused of murdering the mother of his unborn child, has been arrested. The woman, who was 8 months pregnant, was last seen on April 8.
Man wanted for murder of woman who was pregnant with his child, HPD says
HPD says that investigators learned that the suspect, Kevin Faux, is the father of the victim's unborn child. Sources told ABC13 that the woman's remains are believed to be those of Ashanti Allen.
Magnolia Fire Department asks voters for more money to handle population growth
Voters in Magnolia are being asked to increase sales tax to the maximum rate of 8.25% on the May 2 election ballot.
Katy neighbors fed up with mail theft, postal inspector says investigation underway
People living in a Katy neighborhood tell ABC13 they're fed up because their mailboxes keep getting broken into, and they said their mail keeps going missing.
Magnolia mayor arrested weeks following assault allegations, MCSO said
The arrest comes weeks after Texas Rangers confirmed to ABC13 that there was an open investigation following allegations of assault against the city's secretary. But details about the charges were not immediately released.
San Jacinto County deputy indicted, charged with stalking, law enforcement says
Investigators said the San Jacinto County deputy made repeated unwanted phone calls to a Trinity County resident between August and November 2025.
Video shows attempted vehicle theft suspect waving gun in the air in southwest Houston neighborhood
A video captured what law enforcement described as an attempted truck theft in a southwest Houston neighborhood, where the suspects were seen waving a gun.
Newlywed wife released from ICE after tying the knot in Harris County, records show
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has released the wife of a U.S. Army staff sergeant after she was arrested just days following the couple's marriage in Houston.