Katie Pratt
Katie Pratt is a nightside reporter for FOX 7 Austin News.
Katie first discovered her passion for being in front of the camera in 2009 when she began doing television and radio commercials for her dad’s business. The commercials were largely recognized in the East Texas area and remembered for the tagline, "Go by and see my daddy…"
In high school, her dad took her to see her first LIVE newscast on set. At that moment, Katie knew she wanted to be a journalist. She feels blessed to work in the great state of Texas, where she first discovered her love and passion for what has grown into a career.
She graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, where she received a B.A. from Meadows School of the Arts. She majored in journalism with a focus on broadcast and minored in history. Katie was also the managing editor for the student-run broadcast show The Daily Update on SMU-TV.
Katie started her broadcast career in her hometown of Tyler, Texas, at KETK-NBC News and Fox51 News. She started working as a weekend news anchor and reporter. After one year, she was promoted to evening news anchor. Katie left The Piney Woods after three years and moved to the state capital in 2024.
Katie is a Texas girl at heart. While she no longer competes as a barrel racer, she still enjoys riding her horse, Cajun. She also enjoys fishing and deer hunting. On the weekends, you can find Katie walking her dog Bronx, working out at the gym, or eating some good Tex-Mex.
The latest from Katie Pratt
Texas weather: Flash flooding prompts statewide emergency response
A dangerous, multi-day weather system brings a systemic flash flood risk across vast portions of Texas, prompting high-water rescues, widespread road closures, and a statewide emergency response.
New World screwworm in Texas: How to keep your pets safe
Animal welfare leaders and veterinarians across Texas are warning pet owners to remain vigilant as the state battles an escalating outbreak of the New World screwworm.
Former Travis County employees indicted after investigation into criminal activity
A Travis County grand jury has indicted three people, including two former county tax office employees, following an investigation into a vehicle registration scheme that operated directly out of the county billing system for more than three years.
Abbott marks 1 year since deadly Texas floods with Kerrville speech
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott spoke in Kerrville on Saturday to mark one year since the deadly Hill Country flooding that claimed 136 lives across Central Texas.
July 4th deadly Texas floods: Community still grapples with loss
Nearly one year after catastrophic flash floods tore through the Texas Hill Country, communities across Central Texas are still grappling with the scars of the deadliest inland flood in modern state history.
Firefighters urge fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
With the Fourth of July just days away, Central Texas firefighters and safety experts are urging everyone to exercise caution as communities prepare for historic celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday.
Giraffe loose in Texas: $5K reward offered for information leading to capture, safe return
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
Air Force firefighter injured in Austin hit-and-run returns home
A 23-year-old is finally returning home to Omaha, Nebraska. The active-duty Air Force firefighter was visiting Austin for a brief vacation, but instead, he has spent the last 24 days in a trauma unit on a respirator trying to survive.
3 Austin ISD middle schools struggling after release of STAAR test results
The TEA released the spring 2026 STAAR test results Tuesday for third through eighth graders. The numbers revealed a shift in Texas classrooms, including a surge in advanced math and a jump in middle school reading.
Austin weather: Heavy rain causes flash flooding
Heavy rain is creating problems across Central Texas. Barton Springs is temporarily closed because of flooding and several roads have flooded.