Brianna Willis
Before joining the ABC30 Action News Team, Brianna was a weekend anchor and reporter for KERO-TV in Bakersfield. During her two years in Kern County, she covered multiple storms, wildfires, and was sent to the central coast to assist with team coverage. She also followed a case for months of a man who spent over 40 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. She covered the story until his release, and in addition to her exclusive jailhouse interview, she conducted a one-on-one interview with him once he was out of jail. Brianna has spoken with local leaders about valley congressman Kevin McCarthy's road to speakership.
Brianna graduated from Pepperdine University with a degree in journalism in 2021. While attending Pepperdine, she had the opportunity to anchor, produce and report for their on-campus news show, NewsWaves32. She also had the opportunity to study abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina and become immersed in the culture.
Brianna is from the heart of Los Angeles near the Forum and So-Fi Stadium. She is the oldest of three and loves to spend time with her family. When she's not telling stories, she loves to watch Disney movies or go out to eat with friends and family.
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Brianna's Stories
Fresno man sentenced for deadly 2021 shooting after plea agreement
Soccorro Madrigal was sentenced in a Fresno County courtroom Friday for shooting and killing 21-year-old Brandon Catano back in 2021.
Fresno State honors Cesar Chavez in annual celebration
Fresno State students and faculty gathered at the peace garden on campus Thursday to honor the late civil rights and labor movement activist Cesar Chavez.
Portion of Highway 140 to Yosemite in Mariposa County reopens following rockslide
New photos show the progress crews are making on clearing a rock slide along Highway 140 in Mariposa County.
Child's wish to Santa comes true with the help of Me-N-Ed's and ABC30
A dream is now coming true for 7-year-old Joaquin and his mother, Gloria Moreno.
Father, son killed in suspected DUI crash in Merced County identified
A father and a son who were killed in a suspected DUI crash in Merced County Saturday have been identified.
Rockslide blocking road to Yosemite in Mariposa County
Big boulders are blocking the road on both sides of Highway 140 in Mariposa County near Briceburg.
Man accused of stabbing girlfriend to death at central Fresno home appears in court
A man accused in the murder of his girlfriend faced a judge Tuesday for his arraignment hearing.
Valley leaders react to USDA cuts to local food programs
The USDA and the Trump administration are cutting over $1 billion in local food programs.
Sierra snow expected to bring visitors, boom in business
Businesses are prepping for a busy weekend as steady snow blankets the Sierra in Shaver Lake.
Strong storm across Merced county, impacting local businesses
A heavy downpour and intense winds caused power outages across Merced County.