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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Cotton Bowl renovation nearing completion
Wider concourses, escalators and new suites – it’s part of a 2-year renovation at the iconic Cotton Bowl that’s nearing completion –and NBC 5 is giving you a first look inside. David Goins has the story.
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NBC 5 First Look: Inside Cotton Bowl renovation
The $140 million renovation to the west side of the Cotton Bowl is set to be complete when the State Fair of Texas begins in late September.
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Cotton Bowl renovations near completion
Construction crews are working around the clock at Dallas’ iconic Cotton Bowl. It’s part of a $140 million renovation set to be complete by the time the State Fair begins this year. David Goins has a preview.
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Residents hope Dallas' action will make crash- prone neighborhood safer
Neighbors say the latest crash involving a car into a home near the Oak Lawn / Turtle Creek neighborhood is a warning sign the city of Dallas needs to take more action. David Goins has the update.
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Changes coming to Oak Lawn intersection seeing repeated crashes
Neighbors’ request for an all-way stop sign at Wycliff Avenue and Throckmorton Street, designed to slow one-way traffic on Wycliff, was approved this week in Dallas.
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Dallas ends contract with Fair Park First, so what's next?
Dallas ended its contract with Fair Park First and Oak View Group Wednesday. Now there’s a reset that some say will bring more events to the 277-acre landmark.
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Dallas ends contract with Fair Park First, plans new management model
Dallas ends Fair Park First contract, plans new nonprofit oversight for park management.
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New Dallas City Council members get first look at '26 budget forecast
Dallas estimates a $36.5M budget gap for 2026, with final figures due Aug. 12.
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Dallas residents call for better streets, more police in new city survey
As Dallas City Council welcomes four new members, a recent survey reveals top resident concerns: fixing streets and hiring more police. NBC 5’s David Goins reports as council members begin tackling a looming budget gap and prepare for key decisions ahead of the proposed August budget release.
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City-wide study helps set agenda for a new Dallas City Council
New data shows if you live in Dallas you feel deteriorating streets and sidewalks and improving police services are top priorities. The results from the city-wide survey, are among the first challenges a new city council is set to address this week.
