Andrew Benson
Digital Broadcast Journalist
Andrew Benson is a Digital Broadcast Journalist with Global Regina.
Andrew graduated from the University of Regina School of Journalism during which he interned at CTV News and the Rod Pederson Show. He began his career in journalism with Global Regina as a freelancer before moving into a full-time position. During his education and career he has received a number of awards including the Bill Cameron Award in Journalism, the Saskatchewan Association of Broadcasters Ed Rawlinson Award, CTV Journalistic Writing Award and Bell Media Award in Journalism. Some of Andrew’s career highlights include filming and directing a documentary, and being the lead online reporter for the 2022 Grey Cup coverage in Regina.
When Andrew is not busy reporting he enjoys playing sports and watching movies.
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Video Archives
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‘A good friend’: Saskatchewan honours the memory of football legend Jim Hopson
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Lack of rain means Saskatchewan producers get a head start on seeding
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Michael Gordon Jackson found guilty in COVID-19 abduction trial
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Closing arguments presented in Michael Gordon Jackson abduction case
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Court offers look into final moments before arrest in COVID-19 abduction trial
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‘Distrust of police’: Michael Gordon Jackson abduction trial continues in Regina
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Multiple friends testify at COVID-19 abduction trial in Regina
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Saskatchewan teachers will work-to-rule as talks with province hit another snag
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Cockroach crawls around Cornwall Centre Edo Japan, temporarily closes restaurant
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‘You don’t want anyone killed’: Neudorf Sask. searching for answers after four people found dead
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Cockroach crawls around Cornwall Centre Edo Japan, temporarily closes restaurant
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New schools coming to Regina, Saskatoon with 2024 budget
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HOOPLA basketball championships potentially benched with teacher job action
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Regina to see new, improved aquatic centre heated by geothermal energy
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Saskatchewan government won’t remit carbon levy to Ottawa
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Regina Symphony Orchestra receives $200,000 emergency fund to stay afloat
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‘I am shocked’: Regina church target of arson attack
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Regina man shares story of intergenerational trauma, reclaiming Indigenous identity
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20+ Gretzky rookie cards may be in this pristine collection discovered in Sask.
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Global News at 6 Regina: January 29
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‘A good friend’: Saskatchewan honours the memory of football legend Jim HopsonFamily and friends of Jim Hopson, the former Saskatchewan Roughriders CEO and president, will hold a Celebration of Life for the football legend in Regina on Friday.Canada9 hours
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Regina airport announces summer plans, including direct flights to MontrealFor the first time at the Regina International Airport, travellers will soon be able to travel directly to Montreal and back via Air Canada.CanadaMay 2
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University of Regina announces 2024-25 budget including tuition increaseThe U of R board of directors said the projected budget will be balanced, with revenues and expenditures each totaling $283.1 million.CanadaMay 2
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Despite snow, e-scooters return to Regina for 2nd yearThis year marks the second e-scooters have been available to use in Regina. Last year, riders travelled 165,000 kilometres in Regina after the Neuron launch on June 28.CanadaMay 1
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Regina police lay charges connected to accidental shooting incident between officersAn assault investigation led police to a home in Regina’s north central neighbourhood Friday morning, where a search warrant was executed according to police.CrimeApr 30
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8 years after her disappearance, Mekayla Bali’s family continues to believe despite frustration with RCMPOn April 12, 2016, Bali, who was 16 at the time, disappeared from a bus depot. She has been added to missing children’s lists in Canada and the U.S.CanadaApr 30
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City of Regina announces $282M in projects for 2024 construction seasonThe city is spending $282 million on a variety of projects that will 'prepare the city for growth and improve the vibrancy of Regina.'CanadaApr 30
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Saskatchewan Roughriders make final preparations ahead of 2024 CFL draftThe Roughriders will have the third overall pick Tuesday night, behind the Edmonton Elks and Ottawa Redblacks. In the second round, the Roughriders own the 12th overall pick.SportsApr 29
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Saskatchewan enters heart of wildfire season just weeks into springAccording to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, a total of 83 fires have already occurred as of April 29. The number is nearly four times the five-year average.CanadaApr 29
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Lack of rain means Saskatchewan producers get a head start on seedingTodd Lewis has been farming south of Gray Sask. for the last 45 years and over his time in the field, he has seen his share of dry conditions.CanadaApr 26
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RCMP investigate homicide in Oxbow, Sask.Saskatchewan RCMP remain at the scene of what has been deemed a homicide in Oxbow, Sask. Carlyle RCMP say on April 24, they received a report of a potential homicide.CrimeApr 25
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Construction set to begin on Regina’s Dewdney Avenue revitalization projectThe project spearheaded by city council hopes to transform the area into a more vibrant community, with a focus on pedestrian access and public spaces where people can gather.CanadaApr 25
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Regina Humane Society sends out urgent plea to adopt dogsAccording to RHS, dogs are waiting 64 per cent longer to be adopted than the average for dogs in its care, after COVID-19 saw very high adoption rates.CanadaApr 25
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Saskatchewan motorcycles back on the road as summer nearsFifteen years ago, Spencer Remezoff was looking for a summertime alternative to snowmobiles to get his blood pumping. That’s where his love of motorcycles began.CanadaApr 24
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NDP raise concerns about Sask. Party awarding U.S. company tire-recycling business contractShercom Industries, a Saskatchewan business that used to handle tire recycling in the province, lost their contract to an American firm in May of 2023.CanadaApr 24
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Saskatchewan airtanker fleet set to be replaced as forest fires rageFour repurposed land-based airtanker aircraft will be replacing the current fleet to fight fires across the province.CanadaApr 23
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Regina Beach fire extinguished with help of 3 fire departmentsThe scent of burning is still in the air and is noticeable from several kilometres out of town, but the fire has been extinguished.CanadaApr 22
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Sask. NDP wants education minister to quit over comments to mother whose child diedThe call comes after Taya Thomas had a private meeting with Jeremy Cockrill to discuss teachers wanting more supports for students with extra needs.CanadaApr 22
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City of Regina begins gopher pest control programThe city has identified thirty-six areas requiring pest control measures, which will be marked with yellow signs in the coming days.CanadaApr 22
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Michael Gordon Jackson found guilty in COVID-19 abduction trialJackson was found guilty after being on trial for contravention of a custody order, after allegedly abducting his daughter in Nov. 2021 until Feb. 2022 to avoid a COVID-19 vaccine.CanadaApr 19
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Closing arguments presented in Michael Gordon Jackson abduction caseInfront of a full courtroom Thursday, Jackson told his side of the story first in what he called a “historic criminal case” in Saskatchewan.CanadaApr 18
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2024 SUMA wraps up with Sask. MLAs facing questions about provincial concernsAs part of the bear pit session, hundreds of community leaders and members were in attendance to bring their concerns forward to the government.CanadaApr 17
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Saskatchewan communities come together for annual SUMA conventionOver 1,000 representatives from Saskatchewan’s cities, towns, villages, resort villages, and northern municipalities will come together for the 2024 SUMA ConventionCanadaApr 14
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Winnipeg designers promote fashion sustainabilityIndependent designers in Winnipeg put on a fashion show Sunday, hoping to displaying their efforts in how to make the industry more sustainable.CanadaApr 14
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Man hospitalized after stabbing on St. James Street: Winnipeg policeWinnipeg police were called to a fight involving a group of people on St. James Street around 12:10 a.m. Sunday. One man was stabbed during the altercation.CrimeApr 14