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
Tax Filing Season is Open, File Your Returns for Free
It’s that time of year again, tax filing season is here.
Will Governor Hochul Extend COVID Mask Mandate In New York?
Governor Kathy Hochul says she’s still not sure whether she’ll extend the COVID mask mandate for indoor places that don’t have a vaccine requirement.
State Regulators Approve National Grid’s Upstate NY Rate Agreement
The State Public Service Commission has approved a three-year rate plan for National Grid customers living in upstate New York that is significantly lower than the company’s initial request.
Assembly Bill Would Criminalize Unlawful Sharing Of Personal Images
A bill sponsored by Assemblywoman Marianne Butteschon creating criminal and civil penalties for disseminating personal images has passed the Assembly.
State Lawmakers And Others React To Governor Hochul’s Proposed Budget
State lawmakers are reacting to Governor Kathy Hochul's 2023 budget proposal, which she unveiled in Albany on Tuesday.
Governor Hochul’s Budget Proposal Contains $1.2 Billion Tax Cut For Middle Class
Governor Kathy Hohcul presented her budget proposal for the 2023 fiscal year today.
New York Eviction Moratorium Ends On Saturday
The ban on evictions in New York State is set to expire on Saturday.
Term Limits For Statewide Elected Officials To Be Proposed By Governor Hochul
Governor Kathy Hochul is announcing a plan to institute term limits for Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General and Comptroller.
No Open Outdoor Smoking At New York State Fair In 2022
The Great New York State Fair is banning open outdoor smoking on nearly the entire fairgrounds for the 2022 State Fair.
COVID Hospitalizations On The Increase In New York State
The number of COVID-19 hospitalizations keep increasing across New York State.