Keenan Willard reports for the 10 p.m. news on NBC 5.
A native of Raleigh, North Carolina, Keenan reported in his hometown for NBC affiliate WRAL before joining the NBC 5 team.
Keenan started his reporting career out in the West Texas town of El Paso, where he covered several stories that resonated nationally, including immigration at the southern border and the Aug. 3, 2019, mass shooting at the Cielo Vista Walmart.
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A rabid sports fan, Keenan is a long-suffering supporter of the NC State Wolfpack (and thrilled for SMU to bring ACC hoops to DFW).
Keenan graduated from Washington & Lee University in 2018 with a degree in journalism.
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Fort Worth candidates speak out after scuffle
A candidate forum for Fort Worth’s District 8 city council seat was interrupted Thursday night by a physical scuffle between two candidates.
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Fort Worth city council candidate event disrupted by scuffle between candidates
A candidate forum for Fort Worth’s District 8 city council seat was interrupted Thursday night by a physical scuffle between two candidates.
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North Texas HVAC businesses brace for rising costs if tariffs return
As a 90-day pause on tariffs nears its end, HVAC companies across North Texas say repair costs could surge if import duties are reinstated. Business owners are warning that thousands in extra costs may soon fall on homeowners. Keenan Willard takes a look inside the supply chain strain and why even “Made in the USA” parts aren’t immune.
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North Texas HVAC companies brace for price hikes if tariffs return
North Texas HVAC businesses warn tariffs could lead to major price hikes.
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North Texas students lose visas after Trump Admin tracks immigrants on social media
NBC 5 has learned 16 international students at the University of North Texas have had their visas revoked by the US Department of Homeland Security since January.
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North Texas students' visas revoked by Homeland Security
NBC 5 has learned 16 international students at the University of North Texas have had their visas revoked by Homeland Security. It comes as NBC News reports hundreds of foreign-born students across the country are having their visas stripped. The Trump administration says it’s now tracking immigrants and foreign students’ social media accounts for evidence of antisemitism.
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Mavs fan behind ‘Fire Nico' chant now featured in mural before Luka's return
Chris Taylor, who was kicked out of a Mavericks game after protesting the team’s leadership, is now the subject of a downtown Dallas mural echoing his message. Artist Juan Velazquez says it’s a symbol of ongoing frustration over the team’s direction since Dončić’s departure. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has the story.
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Ken Paxton announces Senate run, setting up GOP showdown with Cornyn
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is officially challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican primary. In a fiery campaign launch, Paxton vowed to “take a sledgehammer to the D.C. establishment” and align closely with Donald Trump. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard reports on the political clash between two Texas GOP heavyweights, the growing rift in the party, and what experts...
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Fan behind ‘Fire Nico' protest featured in mural ahead of Luka Dončić's Dallas return
A fan who called to fire Mavs GM is now in a mural before Luka Dončić returns to Dallas as a Laker.
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Fort Worth woman attacked by apparent squatters after moving out
A Fort Worth woman says squatters smashed her teeth with a refrigerator when she returned to clean a home she was moving out of. NBC 5’s Kennan Willard has the story.
