Ahraya Burns is a journalist for NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, where she reports digital and on-air content across the station’s website, newscasts and social media platforms. She covers a wide range of stories, including general, sports and entertainment, both in front of and behind the camera.
Originally from Shreveport, Louisiana, Ahraya Burns worked as a newscast producer in Dallas for several years before joining NBC 5. She is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists and a two-time Lone Star Emmy Award winner.
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Dallas Mavericks and Jason Kidd mutually agree to part ways
The Dallas Mavericks and Jason Kidd mutually agreed to part ways as the franchise begins a search for a new head coach.
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Cowboys fall to Eagles 24-20 in storm-delayed season opener
The Cowboys lost 24-20 to the Eagles in Philadelphia as the NFL season opener was delayed by lightning before resuming at Lincoln Financial Field.
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Jerry Jones says agent blocked Cowboys' deal with Micah Parsons
Jerry Jones says he reached a deal with Micah Parsons that would have made him the highest-paid non-quarterback, but claims his agent derailed it.
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Mavericks select Cooper Flagg No. 1 overall in 2025 NBA Draft
The Dallas Mavericks drafted Duke’s Cooper Flagg first overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, signaling a new chapter after trading Luka Dončić earlier this year.
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Stillborn infant from Texas found in Louisiana laundry shipment
An embalmed baby meant for cremation was found in laundry at a Shreveport dry cleaners.
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Fan sues NFL for $100 million over Shedeur Sanders' draft slide
A Georgia man is suing the NFL for $100 million, claiming emotional trauma over Shedeur Sanders’ drop in the draft.
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Luka Dončić returns to Dallas: Mavs plan tribute video, place shirts on seats for traded star
Luka Dončić will return to Dallas in a Lakers jersey Wednesday night to face the Mavericks for the first time since the stunning trade. The Mavs are expected to play a tribute video before the game and place shirts for Dončić on all seats.
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‘Heart and soul of Mavericks': Nico Harrison on Kyrie Irving after ACL tear
Mavericks GM Nico Harrison called Kyrie Irving the “heart and soul” of the team Tuesday after the guard suffered a torn ACL, ending his season.
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Jordan Brand releases Luka Dončić ad ahead of first Lakers-Mavericks game
Luka Dončić stars in a powerful Jordan Brand ad ahead of his first game against the Mavericks.
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Luka vs. Dallas: How to watch former Mavs star face his old team for first time as a Laker
Luka Dončić faces the Mavericks for the first time since his blockbuster trade to the Lakers. The highly anticipated showdown in Los Angeles marks a dramatic reunion with his former team.
