Beth Adams
Morning Edition hostBeth Adams joined WXXI as host of Morning Edition in 2012 after a more than two-decade radio career. She was the longtime host of the WHAM Morning News in Rochester, where she was recognized for her work by the New York State Associated Press Broadcasters Association and the New York State Humane Society. Her career also took her from radio stations in Elmira, New York, to Miami, Florida.
Beth is active in the Rochester community, having volunteered for organizations including the Humane Society at Lollypop Farm, the Heart of Gold Children's Foundation, the Rochester Press Radio Club Children’s Charities, and the Rochester Broadway Theater League Education Committee.
She is an avid reader of historical fiction and a devoted animal lover. Beth is married to award-winning writer and author Scott Pitoniak.
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Starting in November 2026, bakeries, delis and shops in New York that make and package their own food must state in writing whether it contains allergens. -
A New York mandate for all-electric service in newly constructed buildings is on hold; employees at Rochester Regional push back against a proposed new health insurance plan; and Cornell strikes a deal with the Trump administration. -
The city of Rochester invests in immigrant rights training; Gov. Hochul looks for a running mate; and parents of children with disabilities say there's a shortage of residential placement options.
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Students across Monroe County are gobbling up free school meals; there's a pre-holiday push for people to get their flu shots; and the former head of the Islamic Center of Rochester reacts to the election of the first Muslim mayor of New York City.
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A new report says most Monroe County child abuse investigations are unfounded; a Finger Lakes cryptominer will be allowed to operate after years of legal challenges; and the Rochester region gets another round of lake effect snow.
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An Ontario County man has been charged with making a terroristic threat to an event at the Granger Homestead.
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Another new housing developing is planned for Rochester's JOSANA neighborhood; an exclusive new social club opens for young, Black professionals; and Rochester gets its first snow of the season.
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Doug Sharp, president of the Fairport Perinton Merchants Association, said it's a relief to see the construction vehicles leave the village.
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Hundreds of flights have been cut at major U.S. airports as part of the FAA's effort to phase in 10% reductions because of the government shutdown, according to The Associated Press. -
The cancellation of flights due to the government shutdown will effect travelers and packages starting today; a major food donation drive this weekend is planned help people still waiting for SNAP benefits; and an annual festival celebrates the importance of reading for kids.
