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
Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade
In a landmark decision on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court is overturning Roe v. Wade, the decades-old ruling which legalized abortion nationwide.
As National Gas Prices Hit New A Record High, New York Prices Drop
While national gas prices have hit a new record high of $4.86 a gallon, the average price in New York State is down four-cents from last week.
Deadline For State Trooper Entrance Exam Is Approaching
If you ever wanted to be a member of the New York State Police, the deadline to register for the Trooper Entrance Exam is this Sunday.
2021 Was The Safest Season Ever For New York Hunters
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation says 2021 was the safest-ever season for New York hunters.
New Poll Finds One in Three New Yorkers Are Considering Leaving The State
A new poll done by the non-partisan group Unite NY and John Zogby Strategies finds more than one-third of New Yorkers are considering leaving the state.
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.
New York Eviction Moratorium Ends On Saturday
The ban on evictions in New York State is set to expire on Saturday.
New Website Answers Questions About Kids Vaccines In New York
Governor Kathy Hochul is announcing new guidance and resources to support the vaccination of 5 to 11 year-olds New York State.
Governor Kathy Hochul Picks Senator Brian Benjamin As New Lt. Governor
Governor Kathy Hochul has introduced State Senator Brian Benjamin as her choice for Lt. Governor.
Vaccination Mandate Now In Effect For SUNY Students
Unvaccinated students at all 64 State University of New York campuses are now facing a COVID-19 mandate.
Free Tours Of The State Capitol And Empire State Plaza Return
The Empire State Plaza Complex in Albany, which includes the New York State Capitol and Legislative Office Building, reopens to the public today.