Larry Collins can be seen reporting weekday mornings from 4:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on NBC 5. Larry has gathered news from New Orleans to New York City and is proud to now call North Texas home.
After almost a decade as an anchor and reporter at WCBD-TV in Charleston, SC, he joined the WBFF-TV morning news team in Baltimore. That's where he fell in love with morning news and helping viewers start their day well-informed.
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Since 2000, his career has also found him in the newsrooms of KALB-TV as a reporter in his hometown of Alexandria, LA, WGNO-TV as an assignment editor in New Orleans and MTV News in New York City where he interned.
Larry considers himself a storyteller at heart and news-hound by nature. As an Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award winning journalist, he looks for the person at the heart of every single story.
He has covered the destruction of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, the riots and rebirth of Baltimore and the deaths of nine firefighters in a massive commercial fire in Charleston.
Every interview is important to Larry, but he will always remember his stories with President Bill Clinton, Sen. Ted Kennedy and Tom Brokaw.
Personally, Larry considers himself a "junior foodie" who is always looking for the best barbecue in Texas. Professional football keeps him busy on Sundays and you'll find him cheering on the Cowboys, Saints and Ravens. Don't ask him for fantasy football advice unless you have time -- he could talk about it for hours.
The Latest
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Search for 8-year-old missing in Sherman creek enters fourth day
First responders are still searching for an 8-year-old girl who has been missing since her family’s car skidded off U.S. 75 in Grayson County and plunged into a creek in Sherman. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the latest from Friday’s briefing as the search enters day four.
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Millions expected on the roads ahead of New Years Day
NBC 5’s Larry Collins tells us what to expect ahead of the next round of the holiday travel rush.
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Two new vehicle laws for Texas drivers in 2025
Two new laws going into effect in 2025 surround vehicles, including the end to vehicle inspections in Texas. NBC 5’s Larry Collins explains what you need to know.
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MADD makes plea for North Texans to make responsible decisions this holiday season
Though there are many reasons to celebrate during the holiday season, Mothers Against Drunk Driving are urging North Texans to stay safe and be responsible.
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BBB releases list of holiday scams
The Better Business Bureau released its “Naughty List” of holiday scams for 2024.
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Better Business Bureau releases ‘Naughty List' of 12 holiday scams
With less than a week until Christmas and local law enforcement, the FBI and the Better Business Bureau are sounding the alarm about holiday season scams.
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Funeral for slain Terrell police officer Jacob Candanoza held Tuesday
Jacob Candanoza’s memorial was held on Tuesday at Lakepoint Church in Rockwall. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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Funeral service for fallen officer Jacob Candanoza
Family and friends of fallen Terrell police officer gather to celebrate his life. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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State trooper remains hospitalized after being hit by car overnight
A state trooper with the Texas Department of Public Safety is in critical condition after being hit by a car on Monday morning. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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Dallas City Manager search continues Monday amid uncertainty
Two meetings will take place on Monday regarding the search for a new city manager in Dallas. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
