Jaysha Patel
She first joined the team in July 2021 as a community Journalist in Long Beach. She was promoted in April 2023.
Jaysha was born in Bradenton, Florida, but is excited to return to Los Angeles where she spent her early life as a child actor.
Her love of storytelling led her to pursue a career as a journalist and go from reading words that someone else wrote, to writing her own.
Jaysha came to ABC7 after reporting in the birthplace of Mardi Gras: Mobile, Alabama! During her time reporting for WPMI NBC 15, she covered hurricanes, tornadoes, and the coronavirus pandemic's impact on the Mardi Gras season and cruise industry at the port. Jaysha also covered the Naval Air Station shooting in Pensacola when a student, who officials discovered was in contact with al-Qaida, killed three U.S. sailors.
Jaysha was a part of the news team that won a regional Edward R. Murrow "Overall Excellence" Award for news coverage in 2020, and breaking news coverage in 2021.
She graduated from the Roy H. Park School of Communications at Ithaca College with a bachelor's degree in Journalism. During her time in school, Jaysha traveled to Memphis to cover the 50th anniversary and commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination alongside the National Public Radio (NPR) affiliate there. She also traveled to Urbino, Italy, where she reported on earthquake damage in the nearby town of Camerino.
Jaysha's interests include exploring new food places, cooking, watching Indian Bollywood movies, and playing with her dog Raja!
If you have a story idea, don't hesitate to reach out! Jaysha not only covers Long Beach, but the communities around it too. She's excited to be back In Southern California and tell your stories.
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Contact:
ABC7 Broadcast Center
Attn: Jaysha Patel
500 Circle Seven Drive
Glendale, CA 91201
818-863-7777
Jaysha's Stories
Teen fatally shot while working at SoCal smoke shop: 'You took the most precious soul ever'
An 18-year-old who just graduated high school was shot and killed while he worked at a smoke shop in Lancaster, and the suspects on Wednesday remained outstanding.
Homeless in Long Beach will get free food for their pets thanks to John Legend partnership
Singer John Legend, who co-founded the pet food brand Kismet, helped Long Beach open a new center that lets the homeless feed their furry companions.
Watch the 2024 ESPYS live on ABC
ESPYS host Serena Williams joins top celebrities from sports and entertainment to recognize major sports achievements, remember unforgettable moments, and honor the leading performers and performances.
SoCal heat wave: Record highs set in parts of LA County with more hot temps ahead
Record highs were set in various spots across Los Angeles County, and heat warnings and advisories were extended Monday, accompanied by a high risk for dangerous heat illness and fast-growing fires.
Aeropuertos recibirán un número récord de viajeros durante el fin de semana del 4 de julio
Se espera que el largo fin de semana festivo del 4 de julio genere nuevos récords de viajes, ya que la Administración de Seguridad en el Transporteprevé que sus agentes controlen a más de 3 millones de viajeros en los aeropuertos estadounidenses el domingo.
July 4th holiday rush is on: TSA expects to screen a record number of travelers this weekend
A long Fourth of July holiday weekend in the United States is expected to create new travel records.
Histórico muelle de Ventura reabre tras reparar los daños causados por la tormenta invernal
Un año y medio después de sufrir daños importantes por las tormentas, el muelle de Ventura vuelve a estar abierto.
Historic Ventura Pier reopens after repairs to winter storm damage
A year and a half after suffering major damage in storms, the historic Ventura Pier finally reopened this weekend following major repairs.
Thieves rip metal plaques honoring teachers from sidewalk in Woodland Hills
A $25,000 reward is being offered for information on the theft of eleven metal plaques that were ripped from the sidewalk in Woodland Hills.
Mueren 2 hombres luego de 3 tiroteos separados en Lancaster en cuestión de horas
Dos hombres murieron en tres tiroteos separados en Lancaster y las autoridades trabajaban el miércoles para determinar si estaban vinculados.