Randy Wallace
Five-time Emmy award winner Randy Wallace graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a B.A. in Broadcasting. After being told he had "no future in radio" by station managers in several markets, Randy came to Houston where he was quickly hired by KPRC Radio. He spent several years there, making a name for himself as a competitive reporter covering the police beat. In December of 1989, Randy was offered a job at KRIV FOX 26, and became one of the first reporters to appear on the station's highly acclaimed City Under Siege program. Even before FOX 26 News launched its first investigative unit, Wallace was "kicking up dust" around town in Houston. In fact, his extensive coverage of the prison system's controversial "mandatory release" program earned him the prestigious Edward R. Morrow Award in 1996. From 2001 to 2005, Randy was nominated nine times for regional Emmy awards, winning six times for his investigative reports. In 2005, he and photographer Jim Dunham were the first FOX 26 News employees to be nominated for a National Emmy. That same year, he was named Television Reporter of the Year by the Houston Press Club, becoming the first FOX 26 News reporter to win that award. Over the years, Randy's First on FOX investigations continued to "kick up dust" in the community. Few can forget his 2001 report on an elderly widow's eviction by her homeowner's association. His series of reports not only helped Wenonah Blevins get her house back… they also prompted lawmakers to give homeowners more legal rights when dealing with homeowner associations. In 2003, Randy was the first in the nation to report on Medicare wheelchair fraud. He found Houston to be a hotbed for schemes involving motorized wheelchairs and scooters… schemes that were taking place throughout the United States. However, Randy is most proud of his reports on a local, state-funded halfway house that's home to hundreds of convicted sex offenders and other violent criminals. Through his Emmy award winning undercover investigations, Randy showed FOX 26 News viewers how criminals were openly smoking crack and dealing drugs in a facility that touts drug and alcohol treatment. Randy loves exposing "bad guys" and tax-payer waste. If you know of any wrong doing that needs to be exposed, give Wallace a call … he'd love to hear from you!
The latest from Randy Wallace
3 defendants released on PR bonds after competency rulings now missing, accused of violations
We've reported on this issue before, which is obviously a public safety concern. Defendants deemed mentally incompetent to stand trial ordered to state mental hospitals, then in only a matter of months, they are declared competent and released from jail on personal recognizance bonds.
Record-breaking or near record breaking early voting numbers seen in surrounding counties
There's a lot of interest in the November 3 election and surrounding counties are showing big early voting numbers.
Aqua Texas says woman used 209,000 gallons of water in 2 days, then erased $5,319 bill
Melinda Sperl said she was shocked when Aqua Texas told her she had used 209,000 gallons of water in just two days and owed more than $5,300. The utility blamed a leak on her property, but later removed the balance without explaining why.
Another Houston studio hit by same three thieves who stole $60,000 worth of camera lenses, equipment
A Houston film studio owner said thieves stole thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment, forcing him to pause production on a dating show airing on Tubi. He believes the same three men have targeted at least seven film and production studios since late August.
18-year-old known for leadership roles with FFA in Porter area dies in car crash
This past Sunday, Hunter Cash Jeter died on Highway 99 in Cypress. It remains under investigation by the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Young couple known for decades as the victims in the Lover's Lane Case honored with memorial benches
Memorial benches were dedicated Wednesday in honor of Cheryl Henry and Andy Atkinson, whose 1990 murders remained unsolved for 36 years before forensic DNA evidence led to an arrest.
Houston crime: Man critically injured in robbery, authorities searching for suspect
One person was critically injured following a robbery that occurred in west Houston on Wednesday afternoon, police say.
Houston film studio targeted in string of camera equipment burglaries
A Houston film studio owner says his business was burglarized in late August, possibly making him one of the first victims in a series of break-ins targeting production studios.
2 convicted felons accused of indecent acts with children after judges end probation unsatisfactorily
Two Harris County men now accused of indecency with a child had their probation unsatisfactorily terminated twice, even after prosecutors asked judges to revoke their probation and send them to prison.
Shootout injures suspect, security guard in Houston's Chinatown
Police say an argument escalated when a security guard confronted a couple about a dog being brought into a store.