John Rupolo

When John Rupolo came to the Erie market joining WICU, he turned heads in a couple different ways. The first difference was his age and experience; something we are not used to in newcomers to Erie TV. Second is his aggressive reporting style which for some has been controversial.

Rupolo’s differences have led him to breaking stories, in-depth reporting, and now a ticket to be the investigative reporter for WFTX/Fox 4 News, Cape Coral/Fort Myers FL.

After graduating from Emerson College in Boston and stints in Providence, Springfield, MA, New Hampshire and Erie, the native Bostonian crosses the Mason-Dixon line to a beat on the Gulf Coast. Rupolo has thoroughly enjoyed his time in Erie:

I have loved being in Erie.  It is a very special place.  I did many great things here that I am proud of and broke many stories that other media outlets later picked up.  It is with a heavy heart that I am leaving – physically I am leaving Erie but a little piece of me will always remain here.  So many great memories, long hours, hard work, and working with a great staff. I wanted to thank News Director Julie Eisenman for her leadership and owner Brian Lilly for the opportunity.

He leaves at the end of the month.