David Goins

David Goins is a native Texan who started with NBC-5 in October 2021 as a freelance reporter.

He joined the team full-time in June 2024 primarily covering Dallas-centered stories along with government at Dallas City Hall.

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David has over two decades of storytelling experience and has been reporting in North Texas since 2015. He’s covered the City of Dallas government, Dallas County Commissioners Court and stories within the Dallas Independent School District.

Prior to arriving in Dallas, David reported for stations in Arkansas and Missouri.

In Little Rock, he covered the state legislature and hosted a weekly statewide political interview program.

He has been recognized for his work with several Associated Press awards and two regional Edward R. Murrow awards for continuing coverage.

Additionally, he spent one academic year in the classroom as a teacher while pursuing an alternative certification through the TEA for secondary education.

David grew up in Houston and graduated from Texas State University in San Marcos with degrees in history and journalism. He got his first experience in a newsroom interning for the NBC affiliate in Austin during the Bush v. Gore campaign and historic electoral recount case.

When he’s not reporting, you might spot him on the baseball diamond, umpiring high school games around the Dallas area.

He’s a big fan of being a parent to his son and enjoying live music and sports.

The Latest

real estate 13 hours ago

New report says DFW is the top market for real estate investment and development

A new report points to DFW as the top market in the country for real estate investment and development next year. It’s a ranking experts say matters whether you’re looking to buy a home or even invest in real estate. NBC 5’s David Goins has this update.

real estate 13 hours ago

Report ranks Dallas-Fort Worth as top market for real estate investment in 2025

A new report points to Dallas-Fort Worth as the top market in the country for real estate investment and development.

Dallas Oct 30

Dallas businesses and advocates have opposing views on less lanes along Maple

Store owners say an idea to reduce the number of lanes on Maple Avenue in Dallas will only add to traffic woes and could hurt business. But advocates say slower speeds and more space for pedestrians and cyclists will not only improve safety, but help everyone along Maple Avenue.

traffic Oct 30

Business owners concerned with plan to reduce driving lanes on Maple Avenue

Some Maple Avenue business owners want the city of Dallas to halt a plan to reduce the number of lanes along the corridor.

homelessness Oct 29

New space to bring new opportunities for those dealing with homelessness

The next major piece to addressing homelessness is now open in northeast Dallas. As NBC 5’s David Goins shows us, an old hotel remodel brings about new opportunities for those calling it home now.

homelessness Oct 29

New housing option for former homeless opens in Northeast Dallas

The next major piece in addressing homelessness is now open in Northeast Dallas, as an old hotel remodel is creating new opportunities for those who call it home.

Decision 2024 Oct 28

Pot reform, reshaping city government among 18 props in Dallas on Nov. 5

Dallas voters are asked to consider 18 amendments to the city’s charter, including three that could dramatically reshape how the city government operates. Another proposal could make possession of a small amount of marijuana a low-level priority for police.