Candace Sweat is a North Texas native who is thrilled to be back in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
She joined the NBC 5 team in April 2019 as a general assignment reporter who focuses largely on the city of Dallas and Dallas County.
Her love for storytelling took her to Florida, Alabama and North Carolina before returning home. Over the last decade, Candace covered a range of big, breaking news stories. She was at the coast when Hurricane Florence swept the Carolinas. She traveled to Charlottesville and spent several days in the community during the aftermath of protests and a rally that ended with the death of Heather Heyer. She was also on the scene as students and protesters toppled the Confederate monument "Silent Sam" at the University of North Carolina.
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Candace is the recipient of awards from the Associated Press and the Radio Television and Digital News Association. In 2017, she was part of a team at WRAL-TV that received the National Association of Broadcasters Service to Community Award for the documentary "Black and Blue," which explored the relationship between local law enforcement and black communities.
Candace earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and a graduate degree from Florida State University.
As a self-proclaimed "adventurer," Candace is always looking for enriching experiences, delicious food and interesting people in her community. She has an appreciation for the outdoors and the arts, so don't be surprised if you spot her walking the trails or enjoying a musical.
If you see her say hello! Feel free to connect with her on social media as well.
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Arrest warrants detail allegations against staffers at Arlington charter school
Arrest warrants obtained by NBC 5 provide a glimpse into the ongoing investigation into allegations of child grooming and an improper relationship with at least two students at an Arlington charter school. NBC 5 also learned another employee was placed on leave Friday as the investigation continues.
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Investigation into Arlington charter school child sex abuse allegations continues
NBC 5 obtained arrest warrants for two of three staffers at an Arlington charter school following allegations of child grooming and an inappropriate relationship with at least two students. NBC 5’s Candace Sweat update the latest in the investigation at Newman International Academy.
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Child sex abuse investigation may now span several districts
A child sex abuse investigation at a charter school in Arlington now spans multiple districts, churches, and may extend beyond state lines. Investigators laid out the details after three educators were arrested on felony charges. Candace Sweat has more.
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Interim Dallas police chief Michael Igo officially pursuing top job
Interim Chief Michael Igo has confirmed he will apply to become Dallas’ next police chief. As the city continues its nationwide search, the Police Oversight Board is pushing for community input in the decision-making process.
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Faith leaders gather for conversation on crime and community with Dallas' interim police chief
Faith leaders gathered with Dallas’ interim police chief Tuesday to talk crime and community at city hall.
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Road rage leads to manslaughter charges in Springtown hit-and-run
A man is behind bars facing manslaughter charges after a deadly hit-and-run that may have stemmed from road rage in Fort Worth. NBC 5’s Candace Sweat has the story.
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Man charged with manslaughter after deadly hit-and-run in Springtown
A man is behind bars Wednesday night, facing manslaughter charges after a deadly hit-and-run that may have stemmed from road rage.
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Rideshare driver wanted for child sex assault captured in Houston
A rideshare driver accused of sexually assaulting a child in Plano was captured in Houston after cutting off his ankle monitor and fleeing North Texas.
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Cedar fever season upon us as tree pollen spikes in North Texas
Warmer temperatures are causing a surge in tree pollen, making cedar fever symptoms worse for allergy sufferers. Experts recommend starting meds early. NBC 5’s Candace Sweat reports.
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Mountain cedar fever to be expected in coming days
Local allergists say a good line of defense would be to start allergy medications and antihistamines early. E