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.
The Latest
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International criminal ring busted after stealing nearly $5 million worth of cars
Police say a car theft ring with international ties has stolen nearly $5 million worth of vehicles from DFW airport. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has more.
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Nationwide criminal ring stole nearly $5 million worth of cars from DFW Airport, police say
A car theft ring with international ties has stolen nearly $5 million worth of vehicles from DFW airport, according to a new search warrant obtained by NBC DFW.
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Dak Prescott's football season ends
The team has lost four straight games, and today, they announced that star quarterback Dak Prescott will be out for the rest of the season. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard examines the potential financial repercussions of the team’s struggles.
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Police say 2 alleged drunk drivers involved in same 3-car crash
Fort Worth police say a three car crash happened overnight and two of the drivers involved were allegedly drunk. This happened on 287 near Village Creek Road. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has the latest.
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Good Samaritan hurt after 3-car crash involving suspected drunken drivers: Police
Fort Worth police say a three-car crash that happened on US Highway 287 overnight Monday involved two suspected drunken drivers.
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Fort Worth mother fighting cancer mourns teen son killed in accidental shooting
16-year-old Damariion Henton was shot in the neck on Tuesday night.
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Mother mourns 16-year-old son who died in accidental shooting
A Fort Worth mother says her son, Damariion Henton, was accidentally shot and killed this week by a 14-year-old who was playing with a gun. NBC 5’s Kennan Willard spoke with the mother.
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Ennis football coach retiring to focus on multiple sclerosis fight
Legendary Ennis Football Coach Sam Harrell is retiring to concentrate on his battle against multiple sclerosis. Thursday night, his team played their last game. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has the story.
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Legendary Ennis football coach reflects on last game before retiring to fight multiple sclerosis
On Thursday night, Harrell’s Ennis team faced off against Corsicana High School in one of the most memorable games of a 45-year career.
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Texas could have major influence next four years of American politics
As the nation anticipates a second term for President Trump, political analysts believe Texas is poised to play a significant role in shaping the next administration. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has more.
