Branden has been a journalist for more than 15 years, working in newsrooms around Central New York, Western New York and the Capital District, where he covered urban crime and political news for Albany's WRGB. During his career, he's served as the New York State Television Chair for the National Press Photographers Association (TVQCC) and has won numerous awards for his video journalism. Prior to joining the WIBX Newsroom, Branden worked with Governor David Paterson's 2010 campaign for Governor. A Mohawk Valley native, Branden enjoys covering Utica politics and public safety issues. You can hear him Saturday mornings from 6-9 on WIBX 950AM.
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Governor Cuomo Addressed Mandate Relief, Fails to Mention Medicaid
Albany, NY (WIBX) - During his 2012 State of the State Address, Governor Cuomo talked about reimaging government. One of the ways the Governor hopes to bring about change, by creating a Mandate Relief Council that will hold public hearings and develop recommendations that can be voted on...
Watch Governor Cuomo’s 2012 State of the State Address
Albany, NY (WIBX) - Governor Cuomo will be delivering his 2012 State of the State Address today at 1:30pm.
Click this video link to stream the live webcast.
Governor Cuomo Expected To Appoint New Herkimer County DA
Herkimer, NY (WIBX) - Herkimer County needs a new District Attorney, that after former D.A. John Crandall officially resigned from the position December 30th, 2011. Crandall is now a Herkimer County Court Judge.
A special election is expected this November, however it's believed Governor Cuomo will appoint a new District Attorney sometime this month...
Afternoon News on Demand
Afternoon News on Demand:
Utica Police Investigate Burglery Involving a New York State Trooper
Governor Cuomo to Appoint New District Attorney for Herkimer County
Governor Cuomo Reacts to Queens Bombing Attacks
The Price to Play Powerball Goes Up
Utica Police: Man Arrested for Carrying Gun, Drugs and Resisting Arrest
Utica, NY (WIBX) - Utica Police took another gun off the streets this past weekend, according to authorities, 2 Utica Police officers approached 35-year old Brendan Holford on Howard Avenue during the early morning hours Saturday, that's when they say a loaded ...
Utica Police Chief, Deputy Chiefs Sign New 3 Year Contract
Utica, NY (WIBX) - The Utica Police Department's top cops have a new contract, the 3-year deal offers no pay increase over the next 2 years, however they'll get a 2% pay raise in 2014.
The contract covers Police Chief Williams and his 2 Deputy Police Chiefs...
Rob Palmieri Sworn in as Utica’s 76th Mayor
Utica, NY (WIBX) - Rob Palmieri was sworn in this afternoon at Utica's City Hall. Surrounded by family and friends, Palmieri thanked his supporters, especially his wife Sue.
Utica's new mayor realizes the city faces tough economic challenges in 2012, but says he's committed to moving the city forward, regardless of the obsticals that stand in his way...
Afternoon News on Demand
Utica's Top Cops get a new 3 year contract
Herkimer County DA submits his letter of resignation
Northland Communications picked as one of New York's best companies to work for
Sears Holdings updates Store closing list
Afternoon News On Demand
Whiteboro man charged with possessing a sexual performance of a child under the age of 16
Heroin bust in Utica
National jobless claims on the rise
Saudi Arabia is getting $29 Billion worth of U.S. fighter jets
Utica’s Mayor Roefaro: Plan Isn’t Just ‘For The Birds’
Utica, NY (WIBX) - Utica Mayor David Roefaro has a 3-point plan that could change the way upstate New York municipalities deal with the ever soaring crow population.
According to Roefaro, since the early 90’s the crow population in Upstate New York has increased exponentially, specifically in cities across the I-90 corridor...