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.
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Dallas park director calls for changes in ‘flawed' Fair Park contract
There are calls for changes in how Fair Park is managed after recent disagreements between the nonprofit overseeing Fair Park and the company hired to run events. The city’s park director tells NBC 5’s David Goins change is needed now.
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Fair Park contract called ‘flawed,' Dallas park director calls for change
The director of Dallas Park and Recreation Department is calling for major changes to the contract between the city, the nonprofit that manages Fair Park, and the operator of events at the 277-acre Dallas landmark.
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Southwest Airlines outlines new vision to boost profits
More legroom and assigned seats, those are some of the big changes coming to Southwest Airlines. NBC 5’s David Goins reports there’s a bitter power struggle between company leaders and unhappy investors.
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Dallas Council approves $7.8 million contract with county jail
A discussion around the approval of a nearly $8 million jail contract, prompted some Dallas council members Wednesday to call for a committee to review investments the city makes with the county.
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Dallas council explores building a city jail
Should the City of Dallas build its own jail? It’s a question some on the city council feel could be worth exploring as the four-decade old Dallas County jail becomes more expensive to operate. NBC 5’s David Goins reports on the city committing nearly $8 million more next year.
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Community remembers longtme radio personality Sam Putney
The family of longtime Dallas radio personality Sam Putney confirmed his passing on Monday. Putney was known as both a news personality and singer for a top-rated morning radio show in Dallas for years. His former colleagues are sharing his legacy.
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Friends and former colleagues remember Dallas radio legend Sam Putney
The family of longtime Dallas radio personality Sam Putney confirmed his passing on Monday.
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Latest housing data shows Dallas' need for more rental homes
The latest housing data shows Dallas’ progress in adding more rental properties falls well short of demand and the pain is being felt most by those who are trying to find affordable housing. NBC 5’s David Goins has the story.
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Housing report highlights need for more rental units in Dallas
The latest housing data shows Dallas’ progress in adding more rental properties falls well short of demand.
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Lots of moving parts before Dallas can name new police chief
A day after Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia announced he’s leaving for Austin, attention is shiting to who might be the department’s next leader. NBC 5’s David Goins looks at all the steps that need to be taken to hire a new permanent police chief.