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
Fighting Gun Violence, Hochul Announces Largest Investment Ever In GIVE Initiative
Governor Kathy Hochul is announcing $18.2 million in funding to support law enforcement agencies that participate in New York’s State Gun Involved Violence Elimination or GIVE initiative.
Utica Police Seize Handgun And Make Robbery Arrest In Separate Investigations
Utica Police arrested two people on Thursday in separate investigations.
Man Sentenced To Prison After Receiving Porn From 11 Year Old
A Baldwinsville man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for receiving child pornography.
Wild Animal Park In Chittenango To Debut Four New Exhibits This Weekend
With the summer season approaching, the Wild Animal Park in Chittenango will be opening four new exhibits this weekend.
Utica And Deerfield Reach Agreement To Address Flooding Issues
The City of Utica and Town of Deerfield have reached a shared services agreement to combat flooding.
Lock Your Doors, Police Investigate Vehicle Larcenies In Yorkville And Whitestown
The Yorkville Police Department is investigating several larcenies from vehicles that happened early Monday morning.
Man Fatally Stabbed In Oneonta, Police Looking For Suspects
Oneonta Police are investigating a fatal stabbing that happened on Monday night in the city.
Prices At The Gas Pumps Show Some Stability In New York
After dealing with weeks of increases, New York drivers are finally getting some relief at the gas pumps.
You Can Bet On That, New York Announces Record Setting Sports Wagering Tax Revenue
New York State’s recently launched mobile sports wagering has generated a record-breaking amount of tax revenue in less than six months.
Local Veteran Honored With Induction Into NY Veterans Hall Of Fame
State Senator Joseph Griffo is honoring a local Vietnam veteran.