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 MC 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
1 of 12 jurors replaced on 2nd day of Goines murder trial for botched 2019 Harding Street raid
A big twist put a pause on just day two of the long-awaited murder trial of the disgraced HPD officer Gerald Goines after "Juror 9" said she now remembers the botched 2019 Harding Street raid from five years ago.
Murder trial begins for disgraced HPD officer Gerald Goines in 2019 Harding Street raid
Monday marked a new chapter in one of the biggest Houston Police Department scandals in recent years. It's been half a decade since Rhogena Nicholas and Dennis Tuttle were killed in their home.
Harris Co. Pct. 4 deputy, his alleged killer had business disputes for at least a year, friend says
A friend who knew the victim and accused shooter told ABC13 about his account of a meeting involving the two, which he said carried obvious friction.
Turtle kidnapping caper at Heights-area café solved by Instagram
Somewhere in between tending the bar and managing social media, a worker found himself in the middle of a reptile recovery mission. How it all unfolded, and why the man involved said it was a joke.
Man accused of gunning down Pct. 4 deputy in custody after driving into Galveston Bay: Authorities
An hourslong search for a man accused of killing a Harris County Precinct 4 deputy ended in Galveston Bay, where the suspect allegedly crashed his car into the water.
13-year-old's profanity triggers Goose Creek CISD security officer to put hands on student: Records
Charging documents allege that a Horace Mann Middle School security guard grabbed a 13-year-old student and pushed him into a tile wall.
HISD teacher's game with student escalated to sex with teen, records say
Documents allege the teacher and student began a friendship while playing "Game Pigeon." Things then escalated into him reportedly forcing her to kiss him.
Andrea Rodriguez came to Rice University with big dreams before being gunned down
Professors and friends described Andrea Rodriguez Avila as a rising star before she was tragically found shot to death next to the suspect, who police believe she was dating.
Hate crime, sex assault charges filed against park ranger accused of targeting gay men at parks
Joey Lamar Ellis, who allegedly forced a man to strip naked in June, now faces additional charges, including a hate crime involving sexual assault.
Houston man accused of beating man after fender bender, charged with murder in road rage incident
The district attorney's office has filed a motion to deny bond on the suspect's new murder charge. The bond review is scheduled on Monday morning.