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.
The Latest
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Dallas approves zoning change for $800 million tower at Preston Royal
The divided 9-6 vote came after more than a year of meetings, negotiations, and modifications to the original development proposal.
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Dallas weighs high-rise development at Preston and Royal
Neighbors push back on a proposed 19-story project that would bring housing, retail and restaurants to the site.
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Dallas police chief outlines Deep Ellum safety changes after deadly Halloween shootings
Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux says changes are coming to Deep Ellum after three Halloween night shootings left four people dead and 15 others injured. During a City Council committee hearing, officials discussed additional security measures, including a possible perimeter around the entertainment district, while police work with parking lot owners to address loitering. NBC 5’s David Goins has the latest.
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Dallas police chief promises changes in Deep Ellum after deadly Halloween shootings
Dallas police say 58 officers were assigned to Deep Ellum on Halloween night, when three shootings left four people dead and 15 others injured.
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Deep Ellum shooting: Mom recognizes daughter in surveillance footage
A mother says she recognized her daughter in surveillance video from Halloween night in Deep Ellum, standing next to the man police say opened fire on people celebrating in the Dallas entertainment district. The mother’s account comes as community leaders gather to discuss how Deep Ellum and the city can move forward following the violence. NBC 5’s David Goins reports...
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Federal authorities announce arrest in Deep Ellum shooting
An arrest has been made in the deadly Deep Ellum Halloween weekend shooting. NBC 5’s David Goins has the details.
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Dallas leaders weigh next steps after voters reject public safety funding
Dallas voters said no to additional public safety funding — including more money for a new police academy. Now, city leaders are deciding what comes next. Some want to bring public safety funding back before voters soon, raising questions about the future of the police academy project. NBC 5’s David Goins reports on the debate over the next steps and...
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Dallas voters reject public safety bond as city leaders question what went wrong
Dallas voters rejected a $443 million public safety bond, renewing doubt over funding strategies to complete a new police academy on the UNT-Dallas campus.
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Key North Texas legislative races could shift balance of power in Texas House and Senate
Several closely watched legislative races across North Texas could reshape the balance of power in Austin, including Senate District 9, where Democrat Taylor Rehmet is defending his seat against Republican Leigh Wambsganss. Democrats are also targeting Republican-held House seats in Dallas County, including districts represented by Morgan Meyer and Angie Chen Button, as Dallas and Tarrant counties report record early...
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Dallas seeks ideas to transform 40 acres of Fair Park into year-round destination
Dallas officials are inviting proposals to redevelop nearby parking lots into attractions that could bring more visitors to Fair Park throughout the year.
