Shaynah Ferreira
Shaynah Ferreira joined the FOX 29 News team in August 2021 as a general assignment reporter and anchor. The Emmy-winning journalist is the anchor for Good Day Philadelphia Weekend from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Prior to joining FOX 29, Shaynah was an anchor/reporter at WTNH News 8, the ABC station in Hartford, CT, for almost two years. Her in-depth reporting on the COVID-19 pandemic and its disproportionate impact on communities of color earned her an Emmy nomination.
She began her TV career as an associate producer in her hometown at WJAR-TV in Providence, RI, before getting her on-air break at WSAV-TV, the NBC station in Savannah, GA. During her time in the Peach State, she covered the mass shooting at the Jacksonville Landing, hurricanes Michael and Dorian and the trial of five Blood gang members accused of shooting and killing a Savannah State University student.
Shaynah earned her BS in Broadcast Journalism from Emerson College in Boston. She also completed journalism course work in Havana, Cuba, where she served as an executive producer for the mini-documentary "Afro-Cuba Libre," a piece documenting racial tensions and inequities on the island.
Shaynah is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. She is multilingual, speaking Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole and Portuguese and hopes to use her language skills to tell the diverse stories of viewers across the Philadelphia area. When she’s not reporting the news, she loves to travel, try new restaurants, and spend time with her tight-knit family.
The latest from Shaynah Ferreira
RSV, flu, norovirus surge: pediatric cases rise nationwide
As the colder months settle in, a wave of illnesses like RSV, flu and norovirus are making their presence felt, particularly among young children.
Philadelphia Police Officer Andy Chan dies nearly 7 years after devastating motorcycle crash
The Philadelphia Police Department is mourning the loss of Officer Andy Chan, who passed away nearly seven years after a motorcycle crash left him with severe brain injuries.
Shawmont School interim principal gets heartfelt send-off
Mr. Jeffrey Petty, an educator at Shawmont School, received a surprise send-off that left him overwhelmed with emotion.
Shapiro announces $220 million investment in SEPTA safety, infrastructure
Governor Josh Shapiro on Monday announced a sweeping $219.9 million capital investment to bolster safety, reliability, and infrastructure across the SEPTA system, his administration’s latest move to support public transit in the Philadelphia region.
Indian national accused of deadly 2017 stabbing of mother, son in Burlington County
An Indian man is being held responsible for the deadly 2017 stabbing of a mother and her son inside a Burlington County apartment after investigators say DNA evidence taken from his company-issued laptop linked him to a blood sample found at the crime scene.
Philadelphia aims to end trash burning, shift to landfills
Philadelphia City Council is tackling air pollution with new bill, the "Stop Trashing Our Air Act," which seeks to ban the incineration of new trash in Philly.
Philly area food pantries offer hope amid SNAP uncertainty
Local organizations are stepping up to fill the gap amid uncertainty regarding SNAP benefits.
Officer braves cold waters to save dog in Atlantic City
An incredible water rescue in Atlantic City highlights the dedication of law enforcement as Officer Matthew Schmidt saves a dog from icy waters.
New Jersey schools embrace phone-free policy for better learning
New Jersey Department of Education has launched a Phone-Free Schools Grant Program to nudge schools to adopt cellphone ban policies.
