Keenan Willard reports for the 10 p.m. news on NBC 5.
A native of Raleigh, North Carolina, Keenan reported in his hometown for NBC affiliate WRAL before joining the NBC 5 team.
Keenan started his reporting career out in the West Texas town of El Paso, where he covered several stories that resonated nationally, including immigration at the southern border and the Aug. 3, 2019, mass shooting at the Cielo Vista Walmart.
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A rabid sports fan, Keenan is a long-suffering supporter of the NC State Wolfpack (and thrilled for SMU to bring ACC hoops to DFW).
Keenan graduated from Washington & Lee University in 2018 with a degree in journalism.
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Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD considers closing four schools
CFBISD is facing a $19M budget shortfall and may close four schools. Parents are pushing back on the plan. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has the story.
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Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD considers closing four schools amid budget shortfall
Facing a $19 million budget shortfall and declining enrollment, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD is weighing the closure of four campuses.
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Northwest ISD cutting 100+ teaching jobs to address budget shortfall
Northwest ISD is eliminating over 100 teaching positions to close a nearly $16 million budget gap. Parents worry about larger class sizes and the impact on students. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard reports.
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Northwest ISD to cut 101 teaching positions due to $16M budget deficit
Parents in Northwest ISD are sharing concerns after the district announced it plans to cut 101 teaching jobs going into next school year.
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Bird flu drives egg prices up, forcing local businesses to adjust
Egg prices have soared due to bird flu, leading businesses like Mama’s Daughters Diner to add surcharges while others seek alternatives to stay afloat. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has more.
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Saginaw teen severely burned after entering power station during crisis
A 17-year-old Saginaw teen is fighting for his life after suffering severe burns at a power station during a mental health crisis. As NBC 5’s Keenan Willard reports, his family shares their struggle to find help, and experts discuss available resources.
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Surging egg costs force some DFW businesses to raise prices
The impact of bird flu continues to drive up egg prices across the country, including for families and businesses in the Metroplex.
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Teen severely burned at electrical substation during mental health crisis
Jaiden Glover’s family spent a year seeking mental health help before his crisis.
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Mavs fans see season ticket prices soar after Luka Doncic trade fallout
On top of the surprise trade of franchise player Luka Doncic, some fans of the Dallas Mavericks say they learned this week their season tickets will cost significantly more next season.
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Mavs fans react to shocking Luka Doncic trade with protest outside AAC
The Mavericks traded their star player, Luka Doncic, to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis, a move that has sent shockwaves through Dallas and the NBA.