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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2 Car Accident on Higby Road Causes Traffic Delay
New Hartford, NY (WIBX) - The New Hartford Police Department investigated a motor vehicle accident Friday afternoon that caused the temporary closure of Higby Road. The accident occurred around 5 pm at the intersection of Higby Road and Mohawk Street...
6 People Rescued From Sinking Boat on Oneida Lake
Sylvan Beach, NY (WIBX) - The Oneida County Sheriff's Office Marine Patrol Unit responded to a 911 call Saturday afternoon
Utica Police Catch 31-Year Old Graffiti Artist
Utica, NY (WIBX) - Utica Police nab a graffiti artist Saturday night. According to authorities, 31-year old Joseph Foster was caught in the act, spray painting
World-Class Renaissance Festival Coming to Rome
Rome, NY (WIBX) - Rome Art And Community Center will be host to Renaissance Revels, a world-class Renaissance Festival and Artisan Market, Saturday and Sunday, August 25-26, 2012, from 10:00 am to 5:00pm each day.
Renaissance Revels features two stages of entertainment, including Shakespearean comedies, fire eaters, period musical acts, belly dancing, magic, sword fighting, side shows, martial art
West Winfield Teen Arrested for DWI Following Crash
Bridgewater, NY (WIBX) - A 17-year old West Winfield teen has been charged with DWI following a one car crash in the Town of Bridgewater early Saturday morning.
According to authorities, Oneida County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one car motor vehicle accident at about 1:00AM Saturday morning at the intersection of Mapledale Road and Hardscrabble Road in the Town of Bridgewater.
UPD Arrest Clayville Man on Felony Grand Larceny Charges
Utica, NY (WIBX) - On April 30th the Utica Police Department was called to a local nursing home by an 85-year old woman.
Whitesboro Women Arrested for Shoplifting, Endandering Children
New Hartford, NY (WIBX) - According to police, two area women were arrested Friday afternoon after they were observed shoplifting while caring two young children. New Hartford Police were called to the Wal-Mart Supercenter at Consumer Square at about 5:15 pm Friday for two shoplifters...
Oneida Teen Arrested on Burglary Charge
Vernon, NY (WIBX) - The Oneida County Sheriff's Department arrested a teen for stealing an X-Box video game system
Camden Man Dead Following Two Car Accident
Lenox, NY (WIBX) - A Camden man is dead following a two car accident in the Town of Lenox.
State Police Investigate Fatal Crash in Rome
Rome, NY (WIBX) - A Rome woman is dead following a car-pedestrian accident over the weekend.