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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Texans on Mission heading to Tennessee to help with Helene recovery
After Hurricane Helene left a path of destruction and damage in its wake, North Texans are traveling to Tennessee to help with recovery efforts. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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Deadline approaches to avoid dock worker strike
Dock workers from Texas to Maine could go on strike at midnight if they do not reach a new deal. NBC 5’s Larry Collins tells us more.
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TX Supreme Court upholds State Fair gun ban
The gun ban at the State Fair of Texas has been allowed to take effect by the Texas Supreme Court. NBC 5’s Larry Collins is live from Fair Park on opening day with the details.
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Larry Collins, Grant Johnston make memories on the Midway at the State Fair
NBC 5’s Larry Collins and Grant Johnston take part in a little friendly competition ahead of the opening of the State Fair of Texas.
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What new rides will you see at the State Fair of Texas this year?
NBC 5’s Larry Collins and Rusty Fitzgerald show us what’s new at the State Fair of Texas this year.
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City council set to vote on “ForwardDallas” plan
After the pushback against more density in neighborhoods, the Dallas City Council is set to vote on the controversial plan. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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North Texans survivors of violent crimes head to DC for march
North Texans impacted by violent crimes are headed to Washington D.C. for the inaugural Crime Survivors Speak March on Washington. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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Rain causes morning traffic accidents in North Texas
Wet weather in North Texas on Monday made for treacherous conditions on roads. NBC 5’s Larry Collins tells us more.
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Big Tex goes up ahead of 2024 State Fair of Texas
Big Tex took his place in Fair Park ahead of the 2024 season on Friday. NBC 5’s Larry Collins tells us about the 55-foot cowboy’s arrival.
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Dallas Chief of Police Eddie Garcia will move to Austin to oversee public safety
Dallas Chief of Police Eddie Garcia is leaving for Austin to take on a civilian role. NBC 5’s Allie Spillyards and Larry Collins tell us more.