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
Deadly Texas flooding: Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Department honors former chief
The Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Department is honoring former Chief Michael Phillips. He went missing during the deadly July 4th floods last year.
Data centers in Texas: State and city leaders squabble over water usage
Data centers are under scrutiny. State and local leaders are working to regulate large scale water usage from data centers across the state.
New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center named tentative operator of new South Austin facility
Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center has been named a tentative operator for the city-owned facility that will provide coordinated, housing-focused navigation services for those at risk of homelessness.
Austin's Paramount Theatre closes for major restoration
The Paramount Theatre will be closing for a major restoration. It will receive modern upgrades but will still keep historic details intact.
Proposed data center in Taylor draws pushback from community
A proposed billion-dollar data center is drawing pushback from the community in Taylor.
Austin Light Rail Project forces relocation of women's sports bar
As construction gets closer for the Austin Light Rail Project, some local businesses are dealing with the reality that they’ll need to move. One business owner says the news feels like a gut punch.
Dog seriously injured after found in trash compactor in Austin, owner claims
Police are investigating after an Austin woman claims a dispute with two friends ended with her dog being found inside a trash compactor.
Texas Longhorn softball celebrates second-straight national championship
After capturing their second straight national championship, the celebration of the Texas Longhorns softball team continued back here in Austin.
More than 550 Austin ISD employees could lose their jobs amid budget deficit
Austin ISD says more than 550 positions could be impacted as they continue to address its $181 million budget deficit.