David Goins is a native Texan who started with NBC-5 in October 2021 as a freelance reporter.
He joined the team full-time in June 2024 primarily covering Dallas-centered stories along with government at Dallas City Hall.
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David has over two decades of storytelling experience and has been reporting in North Texas since 2015. He’s covered the City of Dallas government, Dallas County Commissioners Court and stories within the Dallas Independent School District.
Prior to arriving in Dallas, David reported for stations in Arkansas and Missouri.
In Little Rock, he covered the state legislature and hosted a weekly statewide political interview program.
He has been recognized for his work with several Associated Press awards and two regional Edward R. Murrow awards for continuing coverage.
Additionally, he spent one academic year in the classroom as a teacher while pursuing an alternative certification through the TEA for secondary education.
David grew up in Houston and graduated from Texas State University in San Marcos with degrees in history and journalism. He got his first experience in a newsroom interning for the NBC affiliate in Austin during the Bush v. Gore campaign and historic electoral recount case.
When he’s not reporting, you might spot him on the baseball diamond, umpiring high school games around the Dallas area.
He’s a big fan of being a parent to his son and enjoying live music and sports.
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Dallas voters will see a $443 million public safety bond this November
Dallas voters will see a $443 million bond proposition for public safety facilities on the November ballot.
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Dallas council debates nearly $1 billion bond
Dallas City Council is debating whether to ask Dallas voters to approve money for police and fire needs. NBC 5’s David Goins has the latest in the debate.
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Homelessness tax increase question sent to Dallas County voters
Dallas County voters will decide whether to support a tax increase for homeless initiatives on Nov. 3.
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Proposed tax raise to help fight homelessness
Dallas is proposing a raise in taxes to help fight homelessness, but it would include a property tax hike with other groups asking for more from homeowners. NBC 5’s David Goins shows the added money could help get people off the street.
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East Dallas businesses worry Oncor construction project could hurt customers
Some East Dallas business owners say they’re concerned a new Oncor construction project could keep customers away while work is underway. The project is part of Oncor’s plan to upgrade electric service, but some local businesses worry the construction could impact traffic and sales. NBC 5’s David Goins explains why business owners are concerned and what the utility says about...
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East Dallas businesses navigate uncertainty amid Oncor construction
Some East Dallas businesses are urging their customers to keep finding them amid an Oncor electrical construction project that has closed parts of a busy street and cut off parking, businesses say.
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Proposed 19-story Preston-Royal tower vote passes, now heads to City Council
The Dallas City Plan and Zoning Commission is expected to vote Thursday on an $800 million development.
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Dallas City Council considers sending $960M public safety bond to fall voters
Dallas voters may be asked to approve nearly a billion dollars in debt this fall, to help the city deliver a long promised new police academy and help provide financial flexibility in making on going contributions to the city’s police and fire pension fund.
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Dallas considers $1 billion proposal for police academy and pension fund
Dallas voters could soon decide whether to approve nearly $1 billion in new debt this fall. The proposed bond package would help fund a long-promised new police academy while also making payments to the city’s police and fire pension fund. NBC 5’s David Goins explains what’s included in the proposal, why city leaders say it’s needed, and what voters...
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Neighborhood groups oppose height of tower that could reshape Preston-Royal corridor
An $800 million tower project that could reshape the Preston-Royal corridor in North Dallas faces a key hearing this week. Several neighborhood groups have united in opposition to the proposal, citing concerns about the building’s height. NBC 5’s David Goins has the story.
