Mekenna Earnhart

Mekenna Earnhart

Reporter

Mekenna Earnhart joined the FOX 26 team in January 2026, marking a true homecoming for the Houston native.

A proud product of Northwest Houston, Mekenna’s roots run deep. She attended Yeager Elementary and Bleyl Middle School before graduating from Cypress Creek High School in 2020. Having spent nearly her entire life in the "713," she is no stranger to the city’s unique rhythm, or its unpredictable weather. Mekenna knows that in Houston, a little rain (or a lot of it) is just part of the local charm.

Mekenna’s journey into journalism began with a childhood ritual, watching the local news with her mom and dad every morning before school. That early spark turned into a lifelong goal to report for the community that raised her.

Mekenna’s passion for storytelling took her to the University of Arkansas, where she majored in Broadcast Journalism.

After graduation, Mekenna began her professional career as a reporter and anchor at KLBK/KAMC in Lubbock, Texas. There, she covered everything from major severe weather events to community-driven human-interest stories, building a strong foundation in local journalism.

When she isn’t chasing a story, Mekenna is likely making up for lost time in the Houston food scene. After years away, she is on a mission to rediscover the city’s best hidden-gem restaurants.

Mekenna firmly believes that the best stories come from the people she meets. If you see her out in the community, please come say hello!

Connect with Mekenna

Email: Mekenna.earnhart@fox.com

Social Media: @Mekenna.earnhart

The latest from Mekenna Earnhart

What Houston-area voters need to know before the November election

Thousands of Houston-area voters are on Texas’ suspense list, but being on the list does not mean they have been removed from the voter rolls. Voters should check their registration, especially if they have moved or changed their information. The voter registration deadline for the Nov. 3 election is Oct. 5, with early voting running Oct. 19-30.

Houston Rodeo expands footprint with new $300M agricultural complex on Highway 288

Designed to complement rather than replace its long-standing home at Reliant Park, the new facility will expand capacity for livestock pens, horse stalls, and interactive educational programming. Funded entirely by the organization and set to open for the 2029 season, the volunteer-named complex ensures the Rodeo's community and agricultural mission continues for decades to come.

Conroe considers bid to host proposed US Space Academy

Conroe city leaders are exploring an exploratory effort to position the municipality as a potential host for the newly proposed U.S. Space Academy. Local officials point to 214 shovel-ready acres at Deison Technology Park, available housing, regional airport access, and a strong local engineering base as key selling points.