Jenna King
Jenna King is a Burbank, CA native.
She graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Sports Business.
During her time in Oregon, she was part of the student-run television station, Duck TV. She also grew her passion for sports through her internship with the PAC 12 Network.
After college, Jenna began her career at the NBC affiliate in Medford, Oregon. There, she started as a reporter and was promoted to the evening anchor, where she anchored the 6,10 and 11pm shows.
Jenna is excited to get back into the world of reporting and share the stories of Central Texas.
When she’s not in the newsroom, you can find her rooting for her hometown Dodgers, exploring the outdoors, or binging the latest Netflix release.
Make sure to email Jenna story ideas or BBQ recs.
The latest from Jenna King
UT Austin researchers develop robotic hand gentle enough to pick up fragile items
A robotic hand developed at UT Austin can pick up the most fragile items, like potato chips or eggs, without crushing them.
Carmen Mejia: Woman wrongfully convicted of murder in 2005 stuck in custody due to ICE detainer
Carmen Mejia was supposed to walk free Monday after being exonerated; instead she remains in custody under an ICE detainer.
Austin 6th Street shooting: Buford's announces reopening, donation of sales
The west 6th Street bar where a mass shooting took place this past weekend has announced its reopening plans.
Austin 6th Street shooting: 3 victims identified by police
Austin police have identified two people killed in Sunday's shooting at a 6th Street bar. Another victim, who was taken off life support, died Monday night.
Texas DPS installs license plate readers across Central Texas
Earlier this month, DPS installed license plate readers along several state rights-of-ways. Now, we’re learning which agencies can access that data.
Repairs to begin on U.S. 290 flyover in North Austin after viral video shows separation
A viral video showing a big gap in a North Austin flyover has been getting a lot of attention. Crews were working on the site on Thursday, and while TxDOT says there are no safety concerns, closures are set to begin next week.
American family stranded in Mexico after violence erupts following death of cartel leader
Several Americans are stranded in Mexico after violence erupted following the death of a top cartel leader.
Texas flooding: Lt. Governor urges DSHS not to grant license to Camp Mystic
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is urging Texas DSHS not to grant an operating license to Camp Mystic for 2026, pending an investigation by a joint Texas House and Senate committee.
Texas flooding: State officials face lawsuit from families over Camp Mystic licensing
A new lawsuit has been filed in connection with the deaths at Camp Mystic during the devastating flooding that hit Central Texas last July.
East 6th St. bar thanks public for help tracking down stolen equipment worth $25K
An East Austin bar is thanking the public after it helped track down $25,000 worth of equipment stolen.