I'm the News Director at WIBX and have worked in radio in Utica since 1982 when I got my start at WRUN. I graduated from Herkimer County Community College with a degree in Radio-TV Broadcasting and I'm currently a member of the HCCC Radio-TV Advisory Committee. I love music, collecting sports memorabilia, golfing, biking and yes I'll admit it, professional wrestling. I am also an avid sports fan as well rooting for the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, Houston Astros, and Colgate University. A favorite charitable cause is The Rescue Mission of Utica, where I volunteer every Thanksgiving, and participating in the Sitrin STARS Program. In addition to my daily newscasts, you can catch me co-hostng the CNY Travel Show every Sunday morning.
Jim Rondenelli
BBB Scam Alert! Watch Out For Child Tax Credit Scams
The Better Business Bureau says child tax credits are coming and so are the scammers.
You Can Fish For Free In New York This Weekend
Saturday and Sunday is Free Fishing Weekend in New York state, the second of six free fishing days recognized across the state each year.
Southwest Airlines Expands Flights In Upstate NY, Offering Flights To/From Syracuse
A week after U.S. Senator Charles Schumer called on Southwest Airlines to launch service in Syracuse, the airline has announced it will begin flying out of Hancock International Airport in November.
New Bill Would Keep Violent Criminals Up For Parole Behind Bars in NYS
Members of the Senate Republican Conference have unveiled a parole reform package.
Governor Cuomo says ‘The Fair Must Go On’ For Summer 2021
Cuomo announced today that the Great New York State Fair will be happening this year.
New York To Create A Monument To Honor Essential Workers
An Advisory Committee has been created to provide design input and recommendations for a monument in New York City to honor the service of New York’s Essential Workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NY To Expand COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility To Those Over 30
Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that beginning Tuesday, all New York residents ages 30 and older will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
NY Gov. Cuomo Announces Increased Capacity At Stadiums, Fans in the Stands
Governor Andrew Cuomo says professional sports in large outdoor stadiums can reopen at 20 percent capacity starting April 1st.
New York Has Second Lowest COVID Positivity Rate In The Country
Governor Andrew Cuomo says according to Johns Hopkins University, New York state has the second lowest COVID-19 positivity rate of any state in the country.
Cooperstown Awaiting Visit From President Obama
There's excitement in the air in the Village of Cooperstown as President Obama is set to visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum this afternoon.