Allison Harris |
In making the announcement, Whitmeyer stated, “Allison’s strong research skills and tenacity have resulted in multiple exclusive stories. I am confident she will successfully bring to light the important stories in DFW.”
Most recently, Harris served as lead nightside reporter for KOTV in Tulsa, OK. While at the station, she received a regional Edward R. Murrow award for continuing coverage for her investigation, “Shooting Leads to Turmoil in Tulsa Sheriff’s Office.” Previously, Harris was a reporter and fill-in anchor for KXII in Sherman, TX. Prior to that, she held internship positions at KTEN in Denison, TX and WRC-TV in Washington D.C., and worked for The University of Oklahoma’s daily newscast “OU Nightly.”
A graduate of The University of Oklahoma, Harris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism.
Harris added, “I am passionate about in-depth storytelling and honored to have the chance to do it in my hometown of McKinney, TX. I can’t wait to join the talented team at FOX 4 and produce the quality journalism Texans have grown to expect from this station.”
(This post was taken from a release sent to me by FOX Television Stations)