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
Family of Brianna Aguilera retains Tony Buzbee, disputes ruling in student's death
The Buzbee Law Firm is teaming up with the Gamez Law Firm to help the parents of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M student, who was found dead on a sidewalk in Austin last week.
Brianna Aguilera's death at Austin apartment not being investigated as homicide: APD
The death of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera outside a West Campus apartment building over the weekend is not being investigated as a homicide, Austin police say. Her family said she was in town for the Aggie-Longhorn game.
Texas vs Texas A&M: Fans ready for Lone Star Showdown
The Texas Longhorns and the Texas A&M Aggies are meeting up for the age-old rivalry between the burnt orange and maroon on Friday. It will be the first time in 15 years that these two teams have played in Austin.
Texas drivers urged to be cautious on roads ahead of busy Thanksgiving travel
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office is sending a reminder not to drink and drive ahead of the busy holiday travel this week.
Texas fraternity wrongful death lawsuit: Parents allege hazing led to son's death
The parents of a University of Texas at Austin freshman have filed a wrongful death lawsuit over alleged hazing at a fraternity that they say drove their son into a psychological crisis that ended in his death by suicide.
Liberty Hill boy with medical condition asks for new wheelchair-accessible van for Christmas
As we're approaching the holidays, there is some work being done ahead of time to try and make one little boy's Christmas wish list happen, but they need help.
Austinites give feedback to city leaders on new proposed budget
Austin city leaders hosted a community session with live Q&A on Monday night at the Texas AFL-CIO Headquarters downtown. Taxpayers got to confront city leaders about how their dollars are being spent.
Daniel Sanchez trial: Jury begins deliberations on Day 6
A jury will soon decide if an Austin Police Officer will spend time behind bars for shooting and killing a man in 2022.
Susan Leigh Wolfe cold case murder: Suspect pleads guilty, gets 8 years
A man accused of the murder of a University of Texas at Austin nursing student more than 40 years ago has pled guilty and been sentenced.
City of Austin wraps up operation cleaning up homeless encampments
The City of Austin wrapped up its three-week operation to connect the homeless with resources and clear encampments.