Brianna Williams

Brianna Williams

Managing Editor

Brianna is based in Chicago, IL, and has worked with 6AM City in various editorial capacities for several years. Coming from a mountain town in Tennessee and currently living near Chicago’s beautiful lakefront, Brianna spends most of her free time enjoying the outdoors.

Support Good Local News
Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail
Culture
Tips for beating the winter blues, Greenville-style
Whether you like to embrace the cold or just pretend it’s sunny and 75°, we’ve got local tips to help get through this time of year.
December 5, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
NOOGAtoday | MAINx24
Culture
Your 2024 MAINx24 guide
Southside’s 24-hour festival, MAINx24, will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7 this year. Here’s the need-to-know-info.
December 3, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
columbia
City
How walkable are Columbia’s neighborhoods?
This interactive map can help you determine how walkable certain blocks are to destinations like supermarkets, parks, restaurants, and schools.
December 2, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
Shopapalooza Festival
Culture
Celebrating Small Business Saturday around Tampa Bay
The Tampa Bay area is made up of so many wonderful small businesses — here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
 · 
Kristen Templeton
lock-and-leave-townhome-arlington-heights-ftw-tx.png
City
How walkable are Fort Worth’s neighborhoods?
This interactive map can help you determine how walkable certain blocks are to destinations like supermarkets, parks, restaurants, and schools.
November 25, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
GVL_Amtrak_NOV2024
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak in Greenville
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
November 22, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
A single-level Amtrak train moves on the tracks, surrounded by greenery on either side.
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak in Tampa
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
November 22, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
Screen Shot 2019-09-24 at 3.01.57 PM
City
How walkable are Lakeland’s neighborhoods?
This interactive map can help you determine how walkable certain blocks are to destinations like supermarkets, parks, restaurants, and schools.
November 21, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
People-shopping-art-front-yard
City
How walkable are Winston-Salem’s neighborhoods?
This interactive map can help you determine how walkable certain blocks are to destinations like supermarkets, parks, restaurants, and schools.
November 20, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
A window display showcasing a winter forest.
Culture
NorthShore’s annual Holiday Window Treasure Hunt returns
The hunt is back on, see how you can participate in this annual holiday tradition.
November 13, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
FTW-Christmas-NOV
Play
‘Tis the Season: 45+ winter events happening around Fort Worth
Use our seasonal guide for fall and winter events happening around the city.
November 13, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
Haltom's Jewelers
Business
Historic Fort Worth jewelry store announces closure
After over 130 years in business, Haltom’s Jewelers announced that it will close all three of its locations.
November 8, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
A Mediterranean-style white house near Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa. It has steps up to a founded front door, European windows, a garage, greenery with flowers, plants, and grass out front. There are blue skies overhead and neighboring properties are visible either side of the home.
Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in Tampa Bay?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in the Tampa Bay area.
November 5, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
A skyline view of downtown Fort Worth. In the middle of the photo towards the right, a blue location dropper points out where the new development will be located.
City
~$74M downtown multifamily housing project sets new timeline
The developer has also worked on projects in Denton, Hutto, and Houston.
November 4, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
FTW-cutting-edge-haunted-house
Events
Haunted, happy, and hair-raising Halloween events
Wondering what you can do besides trick or treat this Halloween? Check out these events.
October 29, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
The sun sets behind a small mountain across a lake.
Play
Hit the Road: A cozy autumnal stay in Broken Bow, OK
Hit the road and head to Broken Bow — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
October 21, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
SATXtoday: Skyline San Antonio with homes
Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in San Antonio?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in Bexar County.
October 18, 2024
 · 
Adriana Christian
A small field of bluebonnets in front of several trees and shrubs.
City
Fort Worth approves the expansion of Rock Creek Ranch Park
The city will purchase nearly 59 acres — 40 of which will go towards expanding the local park.
October 17, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
A plane takes off from the runway with the sun rising in the background.
Business
DFW Airport opens newly renovated runway
The runway’s completion puts DFW Airport ahead of schedule on its capital improvement plan.
October 15, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
A person inside of a van with the doors spread open laughs. Several people are lined up in front of the van, which features a variety of artwork lining the inside of the doors and inside the car.
Events
ArtsGoggle returns with a new music experience
Here’s what you need to know before the annual local arts and music fest takes over the Near Southside.
October 15, 2024
 · 
Michael Kasian-Morin
Trains sit on the tracks alongside Portland's Union Station.
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak in Portland
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
October 14, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
The inside of a long building with multiple sets of tables and chairs in a line down the middle. On either side are also different table and chair sets. In the front is a set of two lounge chairs and a couch on top of a rug.
Food
A new place to sip: Hogan Alley
The coffee, wine, and spirit shop recently opened near Sundance Square.
October 10, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
train-station-brick-building-with-concrete-pillars
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak as Winston-Salem residents
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
October 7, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
Multiple people are seated in naby blue chairs in a large terminal. On the wall behind them is a large, colorful mural with reds, oranges, yellows, pink, blues, and other colors smattered around in abstract patterns.
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak as a Chattanoogan
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
October 7, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
the top of new city hall lit up at night. In front of city hall is a bridge lit up with red and blue lights.
City
New City Hall gets a lighting upgrade
Heads up: New City Hall’s rooftop will go dark for the next few months during renovations.
October 7, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
An Amtrak train is on an outdoor track in front of several tall buildings in the background. A person stands to the side of the train.
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak in Fort Worth
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
October 3, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
colonial-home-fort-worth
Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in Fort Worth?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in Tarrant County.
September 26, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
Three bees are pictured on pieces of wood. The photo was taken up close, so you can see details like the bees' fuzzy body.
City
Decode the code: Can I try beekeeping in my backyard?
You’re buzzing with excitement to start a new hobby, but first: Get informed on the local rules and regulations.
September 19, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
A blue plate with a dish on top that features meat and several pieces of greens, along with a few small berries.
Culture
Fort Worth-focused social media accounts to follow
We asked you to help us spice up our social media feeds — now we’re returning the favor by sharing some unique picks.
September 17, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
FTW-Fort-Worth-Zoo-sign
City
How to participate in North Texas Giving Day
Support local nonprofits during this annual day of giving.
September 17, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
Load More