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
Mother of teen murdered shocked to hear son’s suspected killer is already free from jail
A 17-year-old murder suspect has been released on bond. FOX 26’s Randy Wallace speaks with the victim’s mother who tells us she’s beyond shocked.
Defendant in double slaying free from jail while habitual offender free on bonds is accused of murder
Back in 2018, Rich Lam lost both of his parents, Bao and Jenny Lam, in execution-style slayings.
Home ransacked in Katy after being auctioned off for $500K, criminal investigation underway
It looks like the work of vandals on steroids. Every room in one 6,100 square foot home is littered with cement paint and glass.
Governor puts Safe Outdoor Dog Act on agenda for next legislative session after vetoing it last spring
“This would protect thousands and thousands of dogs that live their lives on chains without adequate shelter, without food, and without water."
Judge who repeatedly grants multiple bonds to violent offenders who end up murder suspects is at it again
"Not only does he get a bond, he gets probably the lowest felony bond you can get. $20,000 for assault on a pregnant woman," Kahan said. "That basically means $2,000 and you’re out."
Local doctor rescues 5 dogs while spending two months searching for her missing pup whose yet to be found
“It’s very hard, it’s like looking for a little needle in a haystack that just keeps moving,” said Dr. Herveen Lamba.
Bond revoked for 27-year-old murder suspect accused of stabbing witness to the murder while free on bail
“This individual, who is on bond for murder, was outside of her residence, outside of her curfew hours, and had some pretty significant contact with a witness of that murder.”
DA’s Office releases 60-page report detailing how bail reform is the reason behind Harris Co. rise in crime
On the other hand, the District Attorneys Office makes no bones about it. Crime is up, ladies and gentlemen, and it’s associated with bail and that’s pretty much evident in 60 pages.
New Orleans braces for heavy rain and hurricane force winds as Ida gets closer
As Hurricane Ida moves closer to landfall, people in Louisiana are preparing for the worst and New Orleans residents are bracing for the heavy rain.
Second anniversary passes, still no arrest in the road rage shooting death of 32-year-old father of five
“They need to pay for what they did,” said Heather Robinson, Miller’s sister. “They could have called the cops but they didn’t. They left my brother to die in the street.”