Jim Rondenelli

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.

Central New York Drivers Still Seeing Lower Prices At Gas Pump

Drivers in Central New York are paying less to fill up their vehicles.

Utica Woman Indicted For Theft And Misappropriation Of Funds

A Utica woman has been indicted for theft and misappropriation of funds as a fiduciary.

Rock N’ Roll Hall Of Fame Drummer Brings His Band To The NY State Fair

He’s a member of the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame and is the drummer for the legendary Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, and he’s coming to the State Fair.

Man Facing DWI, Weapons Charges After Rochester Traffic Stop

Tysheem M. Holford (age 32) faces DWI and weapons charges following a traffic stop in Rochester, New York on July 26, 2022.

Troy Sex Offender Pleads Guilty To Attempting To Entice A Minor

A Troy man who is a convicted sex offender has pleaded guilty to attempting to coerce and entice a child to engage in sexual acts with him.

200 Cyclists To Stop In Utica On 500 Mile Ride To End Cancer

More than 200 cyclists will arrive in Utica late this afternoon, completing the fourth leg of their 500-mile plus ride across New York.

Section Of Oneida County Highway Honors Korean War Veterans

A portion of Route 365 in Rome now honors Korean War Veterans.

Rome Man Sentenced To 16 Years In Prison On Child Porn Charges

A Rome man has been sentenced to 200 months in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography.

Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Charges Against A Rome Man

A traffic stop in Rome has led to drug charges against a Rome man.

[UPDATED] One Person Killed In Structure Fire In Camden

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office says one person is dead following a house fire on Voorhees Avenue in Camden on July 26, 2022.

NY Man Arrested For Making A Terroristic Threat On A Military Base

A Colonie, NY man is facing charges for allegedly making a terroristic threat while on a military base.

Gas Prices In New York Take Another Fall, Down 12 Cents This Week

Gas prices in New York State have now gone down for six consecutive weeks, including a 12 cent drop this week.