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.
- Buffalo Police ends foot patrol program, citing strain on resources
by Nathan Benson on February 25, 2026 at 2:28 amBPD ceasing foot patrol program after just under a year of operations. The department cites a strain on resources as the reason for the decision
- Buffalo Public Schools report identifies systemic gaps in 911 and video retention policy
by Nathan Benson on February 24, 2026 at 4:28 amTeachers and union officials agree that BPS policy falls short in ensuring teachers know how to request incident video or when to call 911 after BPS report released
- Attorney General investigation reveals Buffalo Public Schools suspended students of color and those with disabilities at “disproportionate rates”
by Nathan Benson on February 12, 2026 at 6:30 pmBlack and Latino students, along with those with disabilities, face higher suspension rates in Buffalo schools.
- Settlement doesn’t equal closure for 5/14 victims’ families
by Nathan Benson on February 12, 2026 at 2:27 pmThe NYS Attorney General says a $1.75M settlement between the State and Mean Arms. A confidential settlement with the shooters parents was also reached.
- Feds signs off on environmental review for NFTA Metro Rail extension plan
by Nathan Benson on February 10, 2026 at 8:50 pmFederal officials have approved NFTA-Metro’s light-rail expansion plan, a key step toward extending service to Tonawanda, Amherst, and UB’s North Campus.