
Judayah Murray
Judayah Murray is an Emmy-nominated TV host with a digital-first mindset and a huge smile, bringing the spice of New York to the hospitable Peach State. In 2024, she became a streaming producer and host for FOX 5 Atlanta.
Judayah has more than a decade of experience as a digital content creator. Her career began in 2014 when she launched #BlackGirlsYouTubeToo, a sponsored YouTube channel that encouraged high school students to pursue higher education, with a special focus on historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). During that time, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Howard University's Annenberg Honors Program with a bachelor's degree in media, journalism and film communications, and a minor in graphic design.
She went on to earn her master's degree in journalism from Columbia University.
The day after graduating, she began working as a digital host and producer for News 12 Networks in New York City. In just a few months, she earned a promotion and became the face of positive news across the New York Tristate as the original creator, host and producer of "On A Positive Note." The show was all about finding unsung heroes and sharing uplifting hyperlocal stories from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. That role became especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic when people were desperately searching for the good and looking for ways to feel connected while isolated. Judayah's commitment to compassionate and authentic storytelling helped her earn nominations for a Host Craft Achievement NY Emmy Award and an National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Salute to Excellence Award.
From the big apple to the giant peach, she joined the FOX 5 Atlanta digital team in 2022 as a digital content creator. In this role, she contributed to a variety of online breaking news coverage like the 2023 downtown "Stop Cop City" riot, the Midtown Northside Hospital shooting, and the streaming coverage of both the Trump-Vance and Harris-Walz 2024 presidential campaigns. She also contributed to FOX 5 Atlanta's weekly list of Things to Do around the metro area.
Judayah's mixed media experience goes beyond being in front of the camera and writing news articles. In 2017, she produced and co-hosted the radio show "Battle of The Sexes" for WHBC-96.3 HD-3 at Howard University. In 2016, she interviewed guests on the street for WHUR’s "Pillow Talk with Angela" based in Washington D.C. Over the years, she has worked professionally as a portrait and event photographer and is also trained in graphic design, video editing, copyediting, simple animation, UI design and social media marketing.
When she’s not trying to find ways to amplify underrepresented voices, Judayah enjoys exploring Atlanta, discovering new music and spending time with her niece and nephews. She's also chronically online, so give her a follow on Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads or TikTok @JudayahMurray to stay up to date on the next big thing near you. Catch her on FOX LOCAL for your mobile device, Roku, Amazon FireTV, Apple TV, Google Android TV and Vizio.
And don't forget, all of Judayah's news is good news.
The latest from Judayah Murray
Missing Atlanta siblings return home after Halloween
A brother and sister who police say went missing Halloween night have since returned home.
Burglary caught on cam: Atlanta police need help finding suspect
Atlanta police are searching for a suspect accused of breaking into a home while the victim was out of town.
'Fund Food Stamps Now': Party for Socialism and Liberation rally at Georgia Capitol
Demonstrators gathered outside the Georgia State Capitol, urging Gov. Brian Kemp to use state funds to support SNAP beneficiaries affected by the federal shutdown.
Man in 20s found dead after possible gunfight at Decatur gas station: Police
A man in his 20s was found dead in Decatur last night.
2 people found stabbed after argument in Stone Mountain
DeKalb County police are investigating a double stabbing in Stone Mountain.
Deported journalist Mario Guevara says he wouldn't cover ICE anymore
Two weeks after he was deported, Mario Guevara reflects on his arrest, ICE detainment, and moving forward from being deported.
‘Lil Woody,’ YSL witness, quits rap and speaks out against gangs
Rapper Lil Woody said he won't be making rap music anymore during a wide-ranging interview with FOX 5, where he addressed a dirt-bike crash, his testimony in the YSL trial, and his decision to leave gang life.
Fourth of July safety tips for our anxious furry friends
The Fourth of July is a blast for people. But for pets, it can be a dangerous time of year. From the loud fireworks, to potentially killer picnic food – even a fun celebration can quickly turn into a stressful and dangerous event for our furry friends.
Backup cameras alone not enough to save a life, nonprofit finds
A tragic backover crash in Elbert County claimed the life of a one-year-old, highlighting the danger these kinds of incidents pose to young children. Despite rearview cameras becoming standard in new vehicles in 2018, backover crashes continue to result in hundreds of fatalities annually.
Gainesville teen runner honors fallen heroes, one mile at a time
Hall County 15-year-old Andrew Collinson could be spending his summer vacation relaxing. Instead, he's planning a mile-run to show support for the family of fallen South Fulton Capt. Helio Garcia.









