Elijah Brown

Elijah joined the Live 5 News team in October of 2025.

Professional Experience: Before coming to WCSC, Elijah worked as a video journalist at ABC7 in Los Angeles, where he developed and produced stories for the station’s digital evening show. Earlier in his career, Elijah interned at WSYR-TV, ABC Syracuse, where he gained hands-on experience reporting and producing in the field.

News Philosophy: Truth and transparency.

Education: Elijah is a proud Orangeman, earning dual bachelor’s degrees in Broadcast Journalism and Entrepreneurship from Syracuse University. After graduating, he moved to New York City, where he began his journalism career as a news intern with Women’s Wear Daily.

Hometown: A native of Los Angeles, California.

Family: Elijah is the proud son of two Los Angeles natives and the middle sibling between one older brother and two younger sisters. His family has always encouraged his curiosity about the world and shares pride in his work helping others understand it.

Hobbies & Interests: Outside the newsroom, Elijah enjoys spending time with family and friends, working out, and being a dog dad to his Shih Tzu, Winston.

Favorite Books/Music/Movie: A true music lover, Elijah’s taste spans genres, though he’s especially drawn to R&B and hip-hop. His favorite book is Aim for the Heart by Al Tompkins, a constant reminder of journalism’s deeper purpose.

What He Likes Best About the Lowcountry: Elijah appreciates the authenticity of North Charleston and the lush beauty of downtown. He looks forward to going beyond the surface of tourism to tell the stories that define the heart of Charleston.

Most Interesting Assignment: One of Elijah’s most memorable assignments was covering President Joe Biden’s visit to Central New York during the Investing in America tour. He broke down the details of a multi-billion-dollar chip manufacturing investment and its impact on the Syracuse community.