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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Grand Prairie mourns 5-year-old found in creek after search
After an 18-hour search, authorities found the body of 5-year-old Santiago Gonzalez in a Grand Prairie creek. His community, family, and teachers mourn his tragic loss. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has the story.
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Missing 5-year-old's body found in creek near his home according to Grand Prairie police
The Grand Prairie Police Department confirmed the body of a 5-year-old boy missing since Sunday night was found in the water near his apartment complex. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has the latest from the scene of the search.
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Fort Worth neighborhood on edge after shooting Sunday morning
Police say a shooting killed two people and left another in critical condition early Sunday morning. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard spoke with neighbors after the incident.
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Two dead, one in critical condition after early morning shooting in Fort Worth
Gunshots went off at about 3 a.m. on Lisbon Street, hitting homes and cars.
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Wise County braces for extreme wildfire risk
Firefighters in Wise County are preparing for the most dangerous fire conditions in nearly 15 years. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard reports on how first responders are working to prevent disaster.
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Firefighters in rural cities near DFW prepare for extreme fire risk on Friday
The area northwest of DFW is facing an extremely critical fire risk Friday. NBC 5 went to Wise County, where first responders are trying to prevent brush fires from turning into potential disasters. “Because tomorrow’s humidities are going to be extremely low, the wind speeds are going to be extremely high,” said Jason Paradise, Fire Chief with the Boyd Fire…
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Investigation underway after house fire kills three in Hunt County
A deadly house fire in Quinlan claimed the lives of three men, and now questions are being raised about whether more could have been done to save them. Family members and firefighters are demanding answers as the investigation continues. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has more.
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Firefighters call for investigation after Hunt County house fire kills three
An investigation is underway into a house fire that killed three men in Hunt County early on the morning of March 5. The Hunt County Fire Marshal’s Office says it happened at a home on North Shore Road near Quinlan. On Tuesday, some family members and firefighters said they believed first responders at the scene could have done more to…
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Ellis County businesses, residents begin recovery after severe storms
Severe storms left widespread damage across Ellis County, killing one person and damaging homes and businesses. In Maypearl, business owners and residents are working to recover after strong winds tore off roofs and uprooted trees. Keenan Willard reports on the community’s response and ongoing cleanup efforts.
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Racing community in Ellis County honors man killed by severe storms
Family members told NBC 5 that TJ Bailey was killed when his RV was torn apart by strong winds while he was sheltering with his family. NBC 5’s Keenan Willard has the story.
