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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Fundraiser, bake sale planned to honor Wise County deputy who died in crash
Deputy Lex Love was killed in a crash on County Road 4421 Wednesday night while responding to a call. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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New updates expected to be released about National Juneteenth Museum
The museum is set to open in Fort Worth in 2026. These updates come as part of the celebration for Opal Lee’s 98th birthday. NBC 5’s Larry Collins tells us more.
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Grand Prairie ISD will not reinstate superintendent
The Grand Prairie ISD school board voted 4-2 to part ways with superintendent Jorge Arredondo. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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Key takeaways from VP debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz
Tim Walz and JD Vance on Tuesday engaged in a policy-focused debate just one month before the presidential election. NBC 5’s Larry Collins tells us more.
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Petition to deny parole for former police officer Amber Guyger
Amber Guyger is now eligible for parole 5 years after her conviction for the murder of Botham Jean. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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Dallas County leaders issue warning about THC-related poisonings in children
Leaders in North Texas are warning about a disturbing cannabis-related health trend seen across the state. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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Dallas County leaders release information about the dangers of cannabis and kids
Dallas County officials are expressing concern about exposure to THC among children. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
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Parents react to Coppell ISD's vote to shut down Pinkerton Elementary School
North Texas parents are reacting to Coppell ISD’s decision to close an elementary school. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has more.
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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.