Miya Shay
Born in China, Miya graduated from Syracuse University with a degree in Broadcast Journalism, and a minor in Asian History. She has worked as a television reporter in New York, Alabama, Kansas, and Michigan, where it snows from November to May.
Since joining the Eyewitness News team in 2002, Miya has covered every story imaginable. She traveled to China three times for ABC13, where she followed Houston Rockets, as well as Houston's Mayor. Her memorable assignments include covering 2008 Presidential election, traveling to Brazil, Korea, and Japan. She also covered the 2017 Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C.
Away from work, Miya is heavily involved in the Houston community. She has moderated a number of community panels and often serves as emcee for a variety of events. In 2012, Miya married State Representative Gene Wu. In 2013, they welcomed their first child, Winston. Little brother Lyndon joined the family in 2016. Miya's dog Mei Ling rounds out the crew. Miya's other passions include traveling to new places, trying new foods, and scuba diving.
Miya's Stories
Water restored to Bellaire HS after nearby main break, officials say
The City of Bellaire told ABC13 there was a major water main break Tuesday morning at S. Rice Avenue and Pine Street along a pre-existing water line project.
YouTuber 'Captain Crunch' stabbed while recording boaters at Clear Lake dock, HCSO says
A local fishing YouTuber known as Captain Crunch Boats was stabbed over the weekend while recording boaters at a public dock in the Clear Lake area, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Rapper Don Toliver's concert at Toyota Center ends early after man allegedly shows up with gun
A concert by Houston rapper Don Toliver at Toyota Center ended about 15 minutes early Tuesday night after a man was allegedly found with a gun inside the arena, according to police and Toliver's attorney.
Self-proclaimed internet pranksters accused of terroristic threats in River Oaks
A trio of Houstonians who have been posting stunts on social media for years is facing new criminal charges after they allegedly entered the River Oaks Tower on Kirby.
Toddler fighting for her life after allegedly being struck multiple times by mom's boyfriend: HCSO
A 2-year-old girl is critically hurt in the hospital after allegedly sustaining life-threatening injuries at the hands of her mother's boyfriend, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Man arrested for minor solicitation after bragging about exposing himself to Amazon drivers: Pct. 1
An Alvin man has been charged with online solicitation of a minor after an investigation was launched when he allegedly bragged about exposing himself to Amazon drivers and neighbors, according to Harris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen.
2 teens shot by guard during attempted robbery of armored truck in Gulfton area, HPD says
Police say the suspects approached and sprayed the driver of the armored vehicle with bear spray before the driver fired a weapon at the suspects.
Houston police detail large stolen vehicle bust, and says numbers are trending down
Houston police are speaking out for the first time about a major car theft bust that allegedly stretched far beyond the city - and pulled cars in from as far away as Nebraska and Minnesota.
Houston MRI technician says she was attacked while on the job at St. Joseph Medical Center
A Houston MRI technician says she has resigned from her job at St. Joseph Medical Center after she was allegedly attacked by a stranger inside a hospital stairwell, leaving her too afraid to return to work.
Former pizza parlor worker accused of trying to support ISIS pleads guilty
A Houston-area man accused of supporting the terrorist organization ISIS pleaded guilty Wednesday to two federal counts, nearly two years after he was arrested during a raid on his apartment.