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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People from near and far enjoy Christmas in the Fort Worth Stockyards
One of the biggest holiday hotspots in North Texas is the Fort Worth Stockyards. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard reports families from Dallas-Fort Worth and some from thousands of miles away spent Christmas in the historic heart of Cowtown.
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Families from around the world take in Christmas Day at the Fort Worth Stockyards
On Christmas Day, families from the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and even some from thousands of miles away, spent the holiday in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards.
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Tool Fire Department starts fundraiser for new fire engine
A North Texas fire department has turned to GoFundMe after their fire engine broke down. The department needs more than $1.2 million for a new fire engine and critical supplies to help protect the community. NBC 5’s Kennan Willard spoke with fire fighters about the fundraiser.
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North Texas fire department turns to GoFundMe for new fire engine, other critical supplies
The Tool Volunteer Fire Department needs more than $1.2 million in tools to protect firefighters and citizens.
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Family of retiring Rep. Kay Granger says she's experiencing ‘dementia issues'
Fort Worth Congresswoman Kay Granger’s family tells our partners at The Dallas Morning News that she is dealing with dementia issues – and records show Granger hasn’t voted in Congress since July. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard looks at her historic career in politics and the debate over how long representatives should be able to serve in Washington.
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Amid concerns over Rep. Kay Granger's ‘dementia issues,' leaders highlight her trailblazing legacy in politics
While some share concerns about Granger’s transparency regarding her health during her final term, others are thinking of her historic achievements during her political career.
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Family of McKinney 14-year-old killed in hit and run speaks out
The family of a 14-year-old killed in a hit-and-run in McKinney is begging the driver who fled the scene of the crash to come forward and face justice. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard spoke to those who knew Jamir Dabney.
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Tarrant County mother jailed for allegedly forcing unnecessary medical treatments on daughter
A Tarrant County mother is accused of lying about her daughter’s health, causing the child to undergo years of unnecessary medical procedures.
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North Texas mother accused of faking cancer, forcing unnecessary medical treatments on daughter
A Tarrant County mother is behind bars after investigators say she lied about her daughter’s health and subjected the girl to unnecessary medical procedures.
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North Texas mother arrested, accused of abusing child
Investigators say a North Texas mom lied about her daughter having an illness, leading to medical procedures. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard is following the story.
