Araksya Karapetyan
Araksya Karapetyan co-anchors Good Day LA from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m alongside Tony McEwing. She joined the FOX 11 team in March of 2012.
A native of Armenia, Karapetyan moved to the U.S. when she was seven years old. A devastating earthquake, a brewing conflict with Azerbaijan, and the demise of the Soviet Union all contributed to her family's decision to leave their homeland. She grew up in Palos Verdes Estates. Karapetyan worked as a general assignment reporter and fill-in host at KOIN-TV in Portland, Oregon. Prior to that, she was a reporter, anchor, and producer at KIDK-TV in Idaho Falls. Karapetyan began her television career as an intern at KABC-TV in Los Angeles and KFI 640 AM radio in Burbank. Her interest in journalism sparked when she went back for a summer visit to Armenia. She decided to spend her time there not by being a tourist, but by exploring to see what everyday life was like for the majority.
Karapetyan has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Relations and Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.
The latest from Araksya Karapetyan
Los Angeles surgeon preparing to travel overseas to give the gift of hearing
The Armenian International Medical Fund has successfully provided over 150 cochlear implant surgeries. As a result of years of hard work, Armenia is the only country in the region that has the latest generation of implants, thanks to an LA doctor's expertise.
Los Angeles nonprofit helps families struggling to pay for dogs' cancer treatment
The nonprofit was founded on the principle that no family should have to lose their fur baby just because they can’t afford the cost of cancer treatment.
The Teen Project making a difference for young Angelenos
A large percentage of human trafficking victims are from foster care. The Teen Project based in Los Angeles is giving young women a place to find hope.
Meet the Los Angeles toddler who is the youngest member of American Mensa with an IQ of 146
A Los Angeles toddler has been accepted into Mensa— the largest and oldest high IQ society in the world. Kashe Quest is just 2 years old and has an IQ of 146.
Teach for Armenia: Celebrities team up with community for virtual fundraiser
Armenian-American celebrities like Cher, Kim Kardashian and Serj Tankian are taking part in a virtual fundraiser where the focus is on the children.
Granddaughters of Armenian Genocide survivors share stories of resilience
There are a handful of genocide survivors still alive to share their stories, but their incredible stories of resilience will continue to be shared by their children and grandchildren.
LA Mayor, politicians call on Biden Administration to recognize Armenian Genocide
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti asked the Biden Administration to recognize the Armenian Genocide and urged the public to join the call and sign the #YesItsGenocide campaign.
Filmmaker, granddaughter of Armenian Genocide survivor uncovers Armenia's culture, history in documentary
"The Hidden Map" is a story about a Los Angeles filmmaker, the granddaughter of Armenian Genocide survivors, who sets off to uncover her family’s past.
Glendale doctor helping fight COVID-19 pandemic running 100-mile marathon for Armenian charity
Starting April 10, Los Angeles-based Dr. Edward Samourjian is running a 100-mile marathon in Utah to raise money for a charity that’s near and dear to his heart.
Meet the world’s first emotionally intelligent hospital robot helping kids in LA
A local pediatric dental practice is the first in the country to have Robin, the world’s first emotionally intelligent hospital robot.