Randy Gorbman
Randy Gorbman is WXXI's Director of News and Public Affairs. Randy manages the day-to-day operations of WXXI News on radio, television, and online.
Randy has over 30 years of broadcast news experience, and was recently news director at WHAM-AM in Rochester. Randy has also been news director, writer, announcer, and producer at radio stations in several cities in New York and Connecticut, as well as working as an editor at the NBC Radio Network. He served as past president of the New York State Associated Press Broadcasters' Association, and is currently a member of its Board of Directors.
Randy has also taught journalism to local students, serving as adjunct instructor at SUNY Geneseo and Monroe Community College.
Randy received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, and his Master's degree in Liberal Arts from SUNY Empire State College.
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Finding ways to keep both patients and staff safe in healthcare settings was the focus of a conference held at Turning Stone Resort Casino on Thursday. -
Oneida County has filled the newly-created position of Animal Cruelty Coordinator. It’s part of an effort to better handle cases of animal cruelty and neglect. -
Tourism professionals from around New York state gathered recently in Oneida County to compare notes and find out ways they can boost the economy in their regions. -
New York’s Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner said on Thursday he knows there are still some glitches to be worked out with a recent major technology upgrade. -
Tuesday was World Quantum Day, which aims to promote public awareness of quantum science and technology. -
New York State Police and corrections officials are investigating an incident that sickened three corrections officers and two members of the National Guard on Sunday. -
Despite rainy weather on Sunday afternoon, dozens of people still showed up in Utica for a Trans Rights Rally. -
Staff at the Marcy Correctional Facility detected a drone flying above the prison grounds that released a package inside the facility’s secure fence. -
Oneida County launches new AI technology and live-video capabilities in its 911 Dispatch Center to streamline emergency response and handle non-emergency calls. -
Central New York Rep. John Mannion said the Trump Administration should consult Congress on any next steps in the Iran conflict.
