New Anchor Named in Houston

ABC’s KTRK announced that Rita Garcia will co-anchor its weekday morning newscast and appear on-air on starting next week.

Garcia joins the morning Eyewitness Team from 4:30-7:00 a.m. with co-anchor Samica Knight and meteorologist Elita Loresca. She replaces Tom Koch who retired from broadcasting after 39 years.

“We are so excited to have Rita return home to Texas!” exclaimed KTRK GM Granato. “Rita is an experienced journalist who understands our Houston area communities, our commitment to serving them, and how to provide fast-paced, accurate and timely information to help our viewers start their day. She is also a lot of fun and will be a great addition to ABC13’s quick-witted, high-energy morning team.”    

Garcia comes to Houston via KTTV the Fox O&O in LA.