John Krinjak
John Krinjak is an anchor and reporter for FOX 7 Austin.
John joined the FOX 7 Austin team in December of 2020. No stranger to early wake-up calls, John was most recently a morning anchor at ABC6 in Providence, Rhode Island. He was also the station’s lead political reporter, and had a popular food segment called "Rhode Island Eats." Prior to that, John was an anchor and reporter at WABI in Bangor, Maine.
John grew up in Connecticut and graduated from New York University with a degree in journalism. While in NYC, he worked behind the scenes at ABC’s Nightline and NBC’s TODAY.
John lives in Austin with his dog, Tico. A Northeasterner all his life, John is enjoying the change in scenery and climate, especially the Texas "winters." He loves live music and food, and welcomes any recommendations of bands and barbecue!
Oh…and John is a DIE-HARD Bon Jovi fan—he’s seen the band live more than 40 times!
The latest from John Krinjak
Texas Stock Exchange could become reality in 2025
As the Texas economy continues to grow, state leaders announced the launch of the Texas Stock Exchange.
Renovated Austin fire/EMS station opens in SE Austin
The new and improved Fire Station 22 and EMS Station 12 is part of a larger push to renovate and build new stations to meet the needs of a growing city.
Could water re-use solve Texas' impending water shortage?: FOX 7 Focus
Experts and state officials are increasingly sounding the alarm about the possibility that the state could run out of water. FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak takes a closer look in this FOX 7 Focus.
Austin police investigating multiple murders within a week
Austin police are investigating after the bodies of two people were found inside an apartment complex in Northwest Austin on Tuesday. This comes just three days after a double homicide in South Austin.
How will interest rate cut impact Austin's real estate market?
After months of speculation, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates last week. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell also announced there are plans for more cuts later this year, and into next year.
Central Texas passenger rail: Officials speak on plans to expand services
The Texas Passenger Rail Advisory Committee hosted a meeting to discuss plans to expand train services.
Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, but how will it impact Austin?
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates this week, but what will the impact be on Austin's real estate market? Olivia Vale with Roots Residential Group joins FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak to break it down in this FOX 7 Focus.
Former NASA rocket scientist helps promote car seat safety with TxDOT
Former NASA scientist Shayla Rivera teamed up with TxDOT in an effort to educate people on proper car seat installation.
Travis County neighborhood frustrated that 'Harold Green Extension' has yet to be built
Some people who live in East Travis County are getting frustrated. A road they voted to build seven years ago has yet to even begin construction. Travis County said the responsibility to get this road built no partially lies with Tesla.
How to spot fake tickets for games, concerts or events
Before you head to a game this fall, make sure the tickets you’re buying online are legit. 7 On Your Side reporter John Krinjak has the details.