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
Construction mishap leads to massive water main break in Northwest Austin
The 48-inch water line burst after a contractor struck it. The water likely sprayed for about 45 minutes before crews cut off the water
Austin murder suspect in 2021 deadly stabbing released from jail
Mithovar Christopher Antoine Jr. was arrested for a deadly stabbing in South Austin in July 2021. He was arrested last week, and bonded out of jail four days later.
No arrests made in Northeast Austin shooting
No arrests were made in a Northeast Austin shooting. The aggravated assault happened at a stoplight in broad daylight.
Texas Panhandle wildfires: Lawmakers evaluate what went wrong
State lawmakers evaluated what went wrong during the February wildfires in the Texas Panhandle. The fire was the largest in state history and had devastating impacts that are still being felt.
Texas Longhorns fans hyped about team's success this season
The Texas Longhorns secured the number-one spot for the first time since 2008.
Social media school threats: Parents express concerns
Students were not far into the semester when school threats were made to several districts in the Austin area. In one week, several social media posts resulted in the arrests of around half a dozen children in Central Texas.
What Texas drivers need to know about vehicle safety inspections
State vehicle inspections will no longer be mandated starting next year. However, there is still some confusion about what this means for drivers in 2025.
Central Texas first responders remember 9/11 with annual hockey game benefit
The Austin First Responders Hockey Club hosted the fifth annual 9/11 memorial ice hockey game on Wednesday at the Crossover Gold Rink in Leander.
Manor mayoral candidate arrested for harassment
The talk of the town in Manor seems to be this year's mayoral race. One candidate was arrested for "misdemeanor harassment." FOX 7 Austin's Katie Pratt sat down with the candidate to get his perspective.
Texas vehicle inspection changes coming soon
Inspection stickers will soon be a thing of the past for most Texans starting Jan. 1, 2025. That's when House Bill 3297 will go into effect.