If you’re here, you’re here for a reason. Let’s get into it, shall we?

This is the website for Nate Benson.
I, Nate, your intrepid news cruise director, will be guiding you here with a variety of articles I post on the regular as I cover the news in western New York.
Do you capitalize the Western in western New York? I’ve never gotten a ruling on that.
Regardless, I’ll also post some background thoughts to some stories I’ve produced, original posts in an early oughts blog-style, and share some personal projects I’m working on.
- My pandemic broadcasting setupReading Time: 5 minutesThe pandemic presented a lot of obstacles, but I saw it as an opportunity to refine my workflow and become as efficient as possible as a broadcast journalist. Here are a few things I did…
Since returning to WGRZ in 2019, I’ve focused a lot of reporting on broadband issues in WNY. Here is the story that kicked it all off.
^^^ That story was recognized with an Associated Press award in 2020.^^^
Authory profile of Nathan Benson Journalist in Buffalo, NY.
- Federal agents detained an adult outside School 3 on Mondayby Nathan Benson on February 5, 2026 at 10:27 pm
Federal agents detained an adult near School 3 amid dismissal. Board Member Larry Scott criticizes the action, calling it a lack of dignity for schools.
- Crews rush to Hertel Avenue after water main break floods several blocksby Nathan Benson on February 5, 2026 at 5:59 am
An NFTA bus became stuck following the water main break. Its passengers were safely removed, and no injuries were reported.
- State Legislature passes Medical Aid in Dying Act, Gov. Hochul expected to sign the billby Nathan Benson on February 5, 2026 at 3:00 am
According to the bill, terminally ill adults, who are state residents, can request and receive prescription medication to end their life.
- Jeremy Zellner wins special election for 61st Senate Districtby Nathan Benson on February 4, 2026 at 3:10 am
Jeremy Zellner has won the special election for 61st Senate District
- Zellner secures some City Hall endorsements, but Mayor Ryan remains silentby Nathan Benson on February 3, 2026 at 12:12 am
The special election for the 61st State Senate Seat is Wednesday, however Mayor Ryan has not given an endorsement for either candidate





