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
Texas Supreme Court rules against Galveston County new redistricting maps
On Friday, the Texas Supreme Court ruled to block Galveston County's new redistricting maps for the November election.
Montgomery County approves new $546M budget, includes county raises and property tax rate increase
In a 3-2 vote, Montgomery County commissioners approved a new $546 million budget on Tuesday for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
19-year-old charged with murder after argument with a stranger led to shooting in the Heights: HPD
The 19-year-old and 30-year-old Dreliene Washington were arguing last Thursday before Washington was shot several times in his car, records said.
Suspect in 3 shootings across Houston area found dead in Near Northside, investigators say
A man involved in three shootings across the Houston area was found dead in Near Northside on Friday afternoon, investigators said.
Driver shot inside vehicle during fight with pedestrian in The Heights, HPD says
HPD said there was a fight between a pedestrian and the driver of a grey Honda Civic. At some point during the fight, the pedestrian shot the driver, who then lost control of the car and crashed.
Sunnyside park closed for HISD new education center construction
The city's parks and recreation department told ABC13 that Houston ISD ended it sooner than anticipated in order to begin construction for a new career and technology education site.
Pearland police use Flock cameras to catch suspect within hours, officers say
A repeat criminal suspect is back in custody after Pearland police said flock cameras helped them catch the suspect in just two hours.
New Pasadena entertainment district plans in the works, city leaders say
It comes after approval of a $370,000 contract by the economic development corporation board on Thursday night.
'It's frustrating': Water pressure woes affect Waller County properties, residents say
Residents in the Lakeview subdivision of Waller County told ABC13 they've been dealing with water restrictions and pressure issues for weeks.
Error in mail-in ballot application from nonprofit, sent to thousands of Texans
Beware if you received a mail-in ballot application recently from the Voter Participation Center. The nonprofit says there's an error in the identification section.