Former WNBC Meteorologist to Join WPIX

By Kevin Eck 

Chris Cimino has joined New York station WPIX as a morning meteorologist and lifestyle correspondent.

Cimino worked at New York NBC owned station WNBC from 1995 until 2019. Starting Monday, Jan. 17, he’ll be the WPIX morning meteorologist from 4 to 6 a.m. He’ll also contribute what the station calls “a variety of lifestyle reports.”

“We are absolutely thrilled to have Chris join the PIX11 News Team,” said Nicole Tindiglia, WPIX news director. “He is well known and respected by viewers in the Tri-State, who recognize his strong values and commitment to journalism.”

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With more than 30 years of broadcasting the weather on radio and television, Chris has also interviewed dozens of celebrities including Sir Elton John, Halle Berry and sports legend Whitey Ford. He’s also covered numerous live events and hosted a variety of news and weather specials.

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