“ON THE ROAD WITH STEVE HARTMAN: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS” YEAR-END STREAMING SPECIAL ARRIVES ON-DEMAND DEC. 22

Holiday Special Will Look Back on a Year of Heartwarming Moments from the

Award-Winning “CBS Evening News” Segment

Stream the Powerful Stories of Hope, Friendship, and More on

CBSN, CBSNews.com, the CBS News App, Paramount+, and CBS News’ YouTube Channel Starting Tomorrow, Dec. 22

Watch Preview Here

CBS News will stream a one-hour holiday special this week titled ON THE ROAD WITH STEVE HARTMAN: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, featuring heartwarming and inspiring stories from CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman’s popular and award-winning “On the Road” series. The special will look back at Hartman’s illuminating interviews and moving stories about people he met across America in 2021 starting today, Dec. 22.

ON THE ROAD WITH STEVE HARTMAN: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS will be available to stream on demand today, beginning at 12:00 PM, ET, on

NIELSEN ONE ALPHA LAUNCHES WITH DISNEY AND MAGNA MARKING SIGNIFICANT MILESTONE TOWARDS ITS SINGLE CROSS-PLATFORM MEASUREMENT SOLUTION

Following a series of tech and measurement advancements in 2021, Nielsen to showcase Nielsen ONE Alpha Deduplicated Ad Measurement at Consumer Electronic Show (CES)

NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) announced it will reveal a major step toward Nielsen ONE, its single cross-platform measurement solution, showcasing its newest advancement, Nielsen ONE Alpha deduplicated ad measurement, which will debut at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in

Rockland Community College Partners With Ancora Corporate Training for Career Skills Academy Course Expansion

SUFFERN, N.Y., Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockland Community College (RCC), a member of the SUNY college system with 8,000 students in the Hudson Valley area, has selected Ancora Corporate Training to manage a portfolio of courses for its Career Skills Academy, including web and app development, mechatronics, wireless technician training, and commercial driver's license (CDL) Class-A training. 

The Career Skills Academy was created by RCC to address the high

New York Power Authority Deploys Grid Enhancing LiDAR Technology to Optimize Capacity and Resilience of Transmission Lines

Real-time Monitoring in Upstate New York Demonstrates Commitment to State's Ambitious Decarbonization Goals

BOSTON, Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Power Authority (NYPA), the country's largest state-owned public power organization, announced today that it will deploy grid enhancing technology to help unlock additional transmission capacity to enable more renewable energy to reach the grid. The non-contact LiDAR (light detection and ranging) sensors will be deployed to monitor NYPA's 230kV transmission lines in Franklin and Clinton counties in upstate New York. In addition to unlocking additional capacity the sensor data will provide insight into conductor health and the real-time detection of anomalies and potential risks.

The grid enhancing technology was developed by LineVision, a Boston-based firm that works with utilities to provide real-time, actionable data that optimizes the

Cybersecurity Startup Resec chosen as 2021 Red Herring Top 100 Europe Winner

NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Herring judging panel has announced its 2021 Top 100 Europe winners, recognizing Resec as one of Europe's leading private companies and celebrating these startups' innovations and technologies across their respective industries.

Resec is redefining gateway security by offering organizations Zero Trust Prevention that does not compromise usability or hamper productivity. Positioned as a

St. Bonaventure University’s Online Master of Arts in Communication Degree Prepares Students for the Changing Communications Landscape

St. Bonaventure’s online Master of Arts in Communication program equips students with the necessary skills to master the art of storytelling and craft high-touch content for varying audiences.

NEW YORK, USA, Dec. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
It’s becoming apparent that consumers expect more from their brands these days. They don’t just go to Sephora to buy face cream, for example. They are looking for non-toxic ingredients, sustainable packaging, an equal opportunity employer and other causes dear to their heart.

Brands need to represent something more than just a product or service to appeal to today’s socially conscious consumer. A study conducted by Edelman in 2018 revealed that almost two-thirds of consumers admitted to making purchases based on beliefs and values. These findings suggest storytelling is more important than ever before.

St. Bonaventure’s online Master of Arts in Communication program helps

PepsiCo and The PepsiCo Foundation Support Families Devastated by Severe Tornadoes Throughout Midwest and Southern U.S.

PURCHASE, N.Y., Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, PepsiCo, and its philanthropic arm, The PepsiCo Foundation, announced a commitment of $300,000 and donations of food and water to provide holistic disaster relief support to those impacted by a massive tornado outbreak across the Midwest and Southern U.S. In partnership with The Salvation Army and Team Rubicon, resources are being distributed as one of the most severe tornado events in history tore through Kentucky, Mississippi, Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri this weekend, causing significant loss of life, widespread damage to homes, power outages for tens of thousands of people, and an immediate need for water, meals, and shelter.

Support for the impacted includes:

• $150,000 to The Salvation Army from PepsiCo and The PepsiCo Foundation to provide immediate nutrition relief, including 75,000 meals through

300, AN INDEPENDENT ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY, CO-FOUNDED BY LYOR COHEN, KEVIN LILES, AND ROGER GOLD SELLS TO WARNER MUSIC GROUP

Kevin Liles appointed Chairman & CEO of a group of iconic independent label brands across 300 and Elektra

300 roster includes top-charting artists Megan Thee Stallion, Young Thug, Gunna, Highly Suspect, the newly signed 'Queen of Hip-Hop Soul' Mary J. Blige & many others

Deal further benefits 300's artists and label partners by expanding its global footprint

NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Music Group (WMG) today announced the acquisition of 300 Entertainment, one of the world's most successful and influential independent music companies. 300's artists include top-charting, multi-platinum stars such as Megan Thee Stallion – who won Best New Artist at this

A Once in a Lifetime Offering of Corvettes Joins Mecum Kissimmee 2022 Lineup

World's Largest Collector Car Auction, January 6-16, to Feature 200 Corvettes and More

Walworth, Wis --

For nearly 70 years, the Chevrolet Corvette has captured the passionate hearts of car enthusiasts all over the world, and since 1985, “America’s Sports Car” has been among the most popular and coveted offerings at Mecum auction events. Headlining the nearly 200 Corvettes consigned to Mecum Kissimmee 2022, slated for Jan. 6-16 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Florida, are eight that have been appropriately earmarked as “A Once in a Lifetime Offering of Corvettes” due to their impressive individual and cumulative prowess.

 

“This remarkable selection of Corvettes heading to the world’s largest

IHEARTMEDIA AND THE CW ANNOUNCE NEW MULTI-YEAR EXCLUSIVE BROADCAST AND STREAMING AGREEMENT FOR THE ‘IHEARTRADIO MUSIC FESTIVAL’ AND ‘IHEARTRADIO JINGLE BALL’

 

 

IHEARTMEDIA AND THE CW ANNOUNCE NEW MULTI-YEAR EXCLUSIVE BROADCAST AND STREAMING AGREEMENT FOR THE ‘IHEARTRADIO MUSIC FESTIVAL’ AND ‘IHEARTRADIO JINGLE BALL’

 

With New Agreement Kicking Off in 2022, Long-Running Partnership Extends Into Second Decade

 

The CW Closes Out This Year with The Exclusive Broadcast of the “2021 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Presented by Capital One” Tonight with Performances by Ed Sheeran, BTS, Jonas Brothers, Doja Cat, Lil Nas X, Saweetie, AJR and more 

 

   

Photo Credit: Brian Friedman / iHeartMedia 

  

 

December 15, 2021 (New York, NY) – iHeartMedia and The CW announced today a new multi-year agreement for The CW to remain the exclusive television broadcast and video streaming partner for both the star-studded two-day iHeartRadio Music Festival and the annual holiday iHeartRadio Jingle Ball event. The CW and iHeartMedia have been partners on these events since 2012. 

 

“The CW is thrilled to continue our partnership with iHeartMedia to

FORD PRO CHARGING LAUNCHES TO HELP BUSINESSES OF ALL SIZES OVERCOME THE HURDLE TO SEAMLESS ELECTRIFICATION

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  Ford Pro Charging offers enterprise-grade charge management software, hardware and services to support commercial customers running a fleet of electric vehicles
• A simple management solution for electrified fleets of all makes and sizes, Ford Pro Charging lets customers switch between charging at depots, employee homes, and public charging stations
• Ford Pro Charging’s goal is to provide integrated end-to-end charging solutions including consultation on depot site design, installation, operations, maintenance, and support all backed by Ford Pro to give customers peace of mind while helping them optimize energy costs and uptime
• Ford Pro expects annual U.S. industry sales of full-size all-electric trucks and vans in the commercial and government segments to be over 300K by 2030. With 125,000 fleet customers of all sizes in the U.S., Ford is uniquely positioned to build on these relationships as a trusted partner that can enable their transition to electric vehicles

DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 16, 2021 – Today, Ford Pro™ announced the launch of Ford Pro Charging, a comprehensive solution for commercial electric vehicle charging. While more commercial customers want to switch to electric vehicles to reduce

COZI TV ADDS BELOVED NBC SITCOMS “GIMME A BREAK!” AND ”AMEN” TO ON-AIR LINEUP, STARTING MONDAY, JANUARY 3

NEW YORK, NY – (December 15, 2021) – Nell Harper and Deacon Frye have found a new television home for the New Year.  Beginning Monday, January 3, fans of Gimme A Break! and Amen can now enjoy their favorite episodes every weekday afternoon on COZI TV, starting at 3PM ET.  Check local listings for details. 

“We are thrilled to add the straight-talking, warm-hearted humor of Nell Carter and the high energy antics and wit of Sherman Hemsley into our COZI TV programming lineup, starting January 3. Our viewers will again enjoy the unforgettable moments that

PepsiCo Beverages North America Announces $15 Million Investment in Closed Loop Partners' Leadership Fund

New investment will help upgrade recycling infrastructure in the United States to increase access to recovered packaging materials

PURCHASE, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PepsiCo Beverages North America announced today a $15 million investment in Closed Loop Partners' Leadership Fund, a private equity fund that acquires and grows companies, including in the packaging value chain, to strengthen recycling infrastructure and build circular supply chains that keep materials out of landfills.

"The recycling landscape in America continues to be challenging, and as

EMPIRE STATE BUILDING LAUNCHES COMPLIMENTARY STEAM AND SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM FOR STUDENTS, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BANK STREET COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

As the Building marks 90 years in 2021, an updated curriculum for student group visits to the brand-new Observatory Experience offers new academic rigor in engineering, history, tech, and sustainability

NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Empire State Building (ESB), in partnership with Bank Street College of Education, today announced its updated, interactive lesson plans for student group visits to its brand new $165 million Observatory upgrade.  The curriculum follows New York State Learning Standards for STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) and social studies curricula and has grade level appropriate lesson plans for elementary, middle, and high school students.  The lesson plans offer learning before, during, and after a visit to the World's Most Famous Building and its newly reimagined Observatory Experience.

"Bank Street College of Education created these updated curricula to

FirstEnergy Invests in Venture Capital Fund to Help Advance Sustainable Energy Innovation

Coalition of investors will help enhance decarbonization efforts and accelerate progress toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions

AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its efforts to advance new technologies that will benefit customers and address climate change, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today announced an incremental investment in global venture capital firm Energy Impact Partners' (EIP) Fund II. Through this and other funds, EIP brings leading utility, energy, real-estate and industrial companies together with sustainable energy entrepreneurs to help finance, develop and deploy technologies to lead the transition to a sustainable future.

As a limited partner in EIP Fund II, FirstEnergy joins with leading

Penske Automotive Group Expands BMW Presence

Acquires BMW Dealership in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Represents $100 Million in Expected Annualized Revenues

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: PAG), a diversified international transportation services company and one of the world's premier automotive and commercial truck retailers, today announced that it has acquired Erhard BMW of Bloomfield, located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, representing the Company's 48th BMW dealership world-wide. Commenting on the acquisition, President Rob Kurnick said, "This dealership has a strong legacy of serving BMW enthusiasts in the metropolitan Detroit market for over 50 years. We are thrilled to expand our presence and relationship with the BMW brand and welcome Erhard BMW of Bloomfield, the largest BMW dealership in Michigan, to the Penske Automotive Group team."

The acquired dealership is expected to generate approximately $100 million in

Amesite Announces Partnership with The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute

DETROIT, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Amesite Inc. (NASDAQ: AMST), a leading artificial intelligence software company offering a cloud-based learning platform and content creation services for business, university, non-profit, and government agency learning and upskilling, announces  today it has partnered with The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute (RRPFI) to deliver eLearning at Reagan Academy, powered by Reagan Connect, with an anticipated public launch on February 18th , Presidents Day, 2022.

The Reagan Academy, an online Learning Community EnvironmentTM will offer

Wyndham Rewards Members Can Now Turn Points into Cash with Bakkt

Earn up to 3,000 Wyndham Rewards bonus points when you link accounts and convert your points

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyndham Rewards® members can now convert their Wyndham Rewards points to cash thanks to a newly launched relationship with leading digital asset marketplace Bakkt and its highly-rated Bakkt App.

Available starting today, members of Wyndham Rewards can easily link their account within the Bakkt App, unlocking the ability to instantly convert their points to

SiriusXM Names Joseph Inzerillo Chief Product & Technology Officer

Appointment of MLB and Disney Veteran an Important Next Step as SiriusXM Advances its Technology in and Beyond the Car

NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Sirius XM Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SIRI), the leading audio entertainment company in North America, today announced that Joseph Inzerillo is joining the Company as Chief Product & Technology Officer effective January 10, 2022. In this expanded role, Inzerillo will set and lead the implementation of SiriusXM's product roadmap, satellite infrastructure enhancements, and technology vision and strategy to drive innovation and growth across all SiriusXM platforms.

Inzerillo will report directly to Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Witz, and

Just Announced: Frommer's' Safest Places to Go in 2022

Travel Guidebook Institution Responds to the Times By Naming Vacation Destinations We Can Rely On

NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with the upcoming 65th anniversary of its first publication in 1957, Frommer's is proud to reveal a special list of elite destinations: the Safest Places to Go in the coming year.

Using a host of internationally respected measures including the Global Peace Index by