David Begnaud

Recipient of the prestigious George Polk Award for public service in 2018, David Begnaud gained significant recognition for his extensive coverage of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, commencing in October 2017. His unwavering commitment to the story saw him spend more time covering the island’s recovery than any other network news correspondent, ultimately leading to government action. This groundbreaking work also earned him the Radio Television Digital News Association’s First Amendment Leadership Award in 2018 for his contributions to the protection of the First Amendment and freedom of the press. His sustained, impactful reporting, notably across social media, profoundly informed audiences and earned him the esteemed designation of a ‘Puerto Rican Champion,’ leading to his participation in the 2018 Puerto Rican Day Parade in New York City.

Begnaud joined CBS News as a Miami-based correspondent in 2015, subsequently relocating to the network’s Dallas bureau in January 2017. His impactful reporting has since been featured widely across CBS platforms, including ‘CBS Evening News,’ ’48 Hours,’ ‘CBS Sunday Morning,’ and CBS News 24/7. Prior to his tenure at CBS, he expanded his experience across various news organizations, including three years at KOVR in Sacramento and a role at KTLA in Los Angeles. From 2005 to 2007, he honed his skills at KSLA in Shreveport, Louisiana.

He continues to serve as a CBS News contributor and journalist, known for his impactful reporting across various CBS News broadcasts and platforms.