Evan Dawson
'Connections' hostEvan Dawson is the host of "Connections with Evan Dawson." He joined WXXI in January 2014 after working at 13WHAM-TV, where he served as morning news anchor. He was hired as a reporter for 13WHAM-TV in 2003 before being promoted to anchor in 2007.
Evan is also the author of Summer in a Glass: The Coming Age of Winemaking in the Finger Lakes and is the managing editor/Finger Lakes editor for the New York Cork Report, a website that offers independent news, reviews, and commentary about the New York wine industry.
He has written freelance articles on topics including politics, wine, travel, and Major League Baseball.
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ConnectionsDuring "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/17/25, we bring you special rebroadcasts of two of our favorite shows. -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/16/25, our panel of local cinephiles break down what constitutes a holiday movie and share what they like to watch this time of year. -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/16/25, Cassandra Bocanegra shares her family's story after her father was arrested by federal immigration agents in an alleged sting. -
ConnectionsDuring "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/16/25, a local woman shares her personal story of her father's detainment by ICE. Then, our guests dive in to the wide world of holiday films! -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/15/25, we explore a new collaboration between a local ministry and the RPD that aims to monitor the use of body worn cameras. -
ConnectionsDuring "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/15/25, a new dashboard with body-worn camera data aims to increase trust between law enforcement and the community. Then, an NPR special: "Hanukkah Lights." -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/12/25, we discuss the state of local Airbnbs, learn about the prevalence of the flu and have fun with Hall of Fame toys! -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/12, 2025, the founder of Leaving MAGA joins us to share his journey of his evolving political beliefs. -
ConnectionsDuring "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/12/25, what happens when your beliefs no longer align with your political party? Then, this week's biggest local news stories and trends with toys. -
ConnectionsDuring "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 12/11/25, a local disability rights activist shares her goal to normalize parents with disabilities. Then, the return of the One Take Documentary series.
