CitizenWire Main Story Index ~ includes both national and local business, entertainment, and technology news, as well as articles, columns and blogs from CitizenWire’s editorial staff.
KOKOMO, Ind. /CitizenWire/ — CFD Companies, home to a fully independent Broker/Dealer and RIA, announced key community building initiatives for 2025. Though the firm has experienced significant growth, it remains committed to fostering a family-like community that is the foundation for delivering exceptional service.
BUFFALO, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and brokers, today announced the release of the Homebuyer Intelligence Report, a quarterly summary of insights into borrower behavior during the home-buying process based on data collected by the LenderLogix suite of tools. The […]
ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today released its Q4 2024 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report. The report saw the number of homebuyer assistance programs increase by 172 and the number of entities offering them increase by 75 year-over-year (YoY), bringing the […]
VANCOUVER, B.C. /CitizenWire/ — On January 27, 2025, the world will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. On this historic day, author Richard K. Lowy launches “Kalman and Leopold – Surviving Mengele’s Auschwitz” (ISBN: 978-1779410092), a powerful firsthand account of resilience and survival in the face of unimaginable evil, released by Tellwell […]
AIKEN, S.C. /CitizenWire/ — Tomberlin, the leading manufacturer of luxury electric street-legal LSVs (low-speed vehicles), golf cars and e-bikes, will display its latest personal transportation solutions at the 2025 PGA Show in Booth 2109. The world’s longest-running and largest golf-business event, the show will be held Jan. 21 – 24 at the Orlando Convention Center […]
CLEVELAND, Ohio /CitizenWire/ — Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, this week features Peter J. Benjamin, CMB, president of the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA), an organization dedicated to advancing credit union mortgage lending.
OAKLAND PARK, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — The City of Oakland Park is excited to invite the community to its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Celebration on Saturday, January 18, 2025. The festivities will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. at Wimberly Field, located at 4000 NE 3rd Avenue.
HOUSTON, Texas /CitizenWire/ — As the nation honors the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and anticipates the transition to a new administration, the importance of amplifying the voices of those impacted by policies has never been greater. Nonprofit Story Bank is stepping forward to ensure these voices-the human stories behind the policies-are […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Some 2,500 Scientology Volunteer Ministers are serving in shelters, churches, and on the streets of Los Angeles County, along with many thousands of first responders and members of charitable and religious organizations, to help those affected by the January 2025 fires.
PHOENIX, Ariz. /CitizenWire/ — Twenty-two entrepreneurs graduated from the Impact AZ 2025 Supplier Diversity Accelerator on Tuesday, January 14, during a ceremony held at the Arizona Public Service (APS) Headquarters in Phoenix, the Black Chamber of Arizona announced today.
TULSA, Okla. /CitizenWire/ — Oklahoma-based author Kimberly Hayden introduces young readers to the value of worship and gratitude in her new children’s book “Libby Loves Church” (ISBN: 979-8330208562 [paperback]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Chad Lawson Cooper, a renowned movie producer and national playwright based in New York City, has made an offer of $20 million to acquire The Paul Robeson Theatre. Founded in 1980 and named in honor of the esteemed African-American singer and actor Paul Robeson, the theater showcased poetry, plays, […]
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading (MCT), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today announced the release of MSRlive! 4.0, a groundbreaking enhancement to its mortgage servicing rights (MSR) valuation platform. The latest version offers mortgage servicers an unprecedented level of transparency and business intelligence, equipping portfolio managers with […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — HitPaw Edimakor, a cutting-edge AI-powered video editing software, has officially launched its latest version, V3.5.0, introducing an exciting array of creative and innovative tools. Among the standout features are the AI Voice Clone and Video Templates, designed to simplify and elevate the process of video creation, enabling users to achieve […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — ColoCrossing, a HostPapa Inc. company and global leader in enterprise-grade hosting solutions, proudly announces the grand opening of their new Los Angeles datacenter at 1200 W 7th St., Los Angeles, CA 90017. This expansion marks a significant milestone for ColoCrossing, reinforcing their position as a leader in colocation and dedicated […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — As the hunt for Shiny Pokémon becomes even more challenging in Pokémon GO, PoGoskill Android App V1.1.0 provides the perfect solution for safely spoofing your location without a computer. With the best Pokémon GO GPS joystick, you can easily explore the map, ensuring smooth gameplay without the risk of bans.
LONG ISLAND, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee’s® Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants on Long Island announced today the official launch of their 9th annual Above and “BEE”yond Teacher Essay Contest. The annual essay contest celebrates outstanding teachers, nominated by their students, by awarding each a $500 sponsorship check and hosting a special end-of-year class […]
ALLENDALE, N.J. /CitizenWire/ — Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee’s® Neighborhood Grill & Bar locations in New Jersey are excited to announce the start of their 9th annual “Above and ‘BEE’yond Teacher Essay Contest.” The essay contest is now open at participating Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee’s restaurants in New Jersey.
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — The J.R. O’Dwyer Company, Inc. has published its January 2025 Crisis Communications Magazine featuring content designed to assist corporations and organizations manage their reputation, prevent communications crises and communicate effectively with the public and stakeholders.
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — Lutheran Life Ministries (“Lutheran Life”), an Illinois-based senior living organization, has added two new members to its Board of Directors. The announcement was made by Michael Renetzky, Chair of the Board, and Sloan Bentley, President, and CEO of Lutheran Life.
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee’s® Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants in New York City and Westchester County today announced the official start of their 9th annual Above and “BEE”yond Teacher Essay Contest. The annual essay contest recognizes top teachers – as nominated by their classroom students – rewarding teachers with a […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Eaton Fire began on January 7 in Eaton Canyon in the Altadena-Pasadena region of Los Angeles County. Along with the Palisades Fire, it ranks among the most destructive wildfires in California history. Scientology Volunteer Ministers are responding to serve Los Angeles in its time of need.
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, announced today a 16.7% decrease in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. Industry professionals and market enthusiasts are encouraged to download the complete report to gain comprehensive insights into the evolving market dynamics.
ALPINE, Utah /CitizenWire/ — Hopdox, the leading innovator in eRecording, is excited to announce that it has entered a joint eRecording services agreement with Harris Recording Solutions to integrate Hopdox’s cutting-edge eRecording platform with Harris Recording Solutions’ land record management systems. This collaboration marks a major milestone in delivering more efficient, modern recording capabilities to […]
ALPINE, Utah /CitizenWire/ — Hopdox, the leading innovator in eRecording, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its first eRecording in Clark County, Nevada. This milestone marks the inauguration of Hopdox’s services, enabling seamless and efficient document recording for the nation’s title companies, banks, and attorneys.
WILMINGTON, Del. /CitizenWire/ — As Black women and White women in the United States struggle to redefine the “Sisterhood” – a bond of shared identity and collective empowerment – in the face of the clear demarcation of who voted for whom in the 2024 Presidential election, renowned author and minister Rev. Dr. A’Shellarien Addison announces […]
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, has sought to support its customers through turbulent market conditions by providing critical technology innovations to its quality control audit suite.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /CitizenWire/ — IT Geeks, a Next-Gen Digital Transformation Company, proudly announces its inclusion in the 2024 Clutch 1000, an elite list of top service providers from 320,000 companies worldwide. The achievement underscores IT Geeks’ unwavering dedication to delivering innovative eCommerce solutions that drive growth and transformation.
PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Optimal Blue today released its December 2024 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showcasing year-over-year (YoY) growth in mortgage activity, even as seasonal trends led to a month-over-month (MoM) decline in rate lock volumes. Overall, December mortgage lock volume was up 26% YoY, driven by an 18% increase in purchase locks, a […]
DALLAS, Texas /CitizenWire/ — In the wake of devastating wildfires, ProNotary, a leading remote online notarization (RON) software provider, is stepping up to empower businesses with the tools needed to integrate RON into their operations. By partnering with ProNotary, organizations can help communities impacted by these natural disasters access essential services like notarizing insurance claims, […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — UniFab, an AI video and audio quality improvement software, launched UniFab All-In-One V3.0 on January 6, 2025. The latest version of UniFab has a new design by relocating the initial function menu to a more central spot for simpler workflow. Additionally, the features have been consolidated to streamline the workflow […]
LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. /CitizenWire/ — Save Long Beach Island (LBI), an organization that has been actively litigating issues surrounding marine mammal, human health, economic, and other impacts connected to offshore wind industrialization off New Jersey since 2022, has filed suit against the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Marine Fisheries Service, Bureau of Ocean Energy […]
CLEVELAND, Ohio /CitizenWire/ — Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, hosted by Rich Swerbinsky and Rob Chrisman and broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, next week features Ryan Donovan, president and chief executive officer of the Council of Federal Home Loan Banks, a trade association representing the positions and views of the […]
TORONTO, Ontario /CitizenWire/ — At 49, “Smile,” affectionately known online as “The Smile Enthusiast,” unveils her groundbreaking longevity textbook, “#FUTURECENTURIONLIFE, My Longevity Lifestyle” (ISBN: 978-0228889540; released by Tellwell Publishing in November 2024). This inspiring work outlines her bold, holistic approach and detailed blueprint for achieving extraordinary health and longevity.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Worth Pursuing Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to hunger relief, mental health advocacy, and education, is proud to host its 1st Annual “New Year, Healthy You” Health Fair on Saturday, January 16, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jacksonville Public Library Main, located at 303 N Laura St, Jacksonville, […]
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — CapitalW Collective, a trailblazing non-profit dedicated to advancing women and their allies in mortgage capital markets, proudly announces Polly as its first product and pricing engine (PPE) Diamond-level corporate sponsor. This alliance underscores CapitalW Collective’s mission “to create more inclusive and dynamic mortgage capital markets, one woman and ally at […]
CICERO, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — USA Needle, Inc. (usaneedle.com), a leading provider of precision-manufactured needles, proudly announces its continued commitment to delivering top-quality surgical and industrial needles to meet the evolving needs of healthcare, manufacturing, and specialty industries.
LAKE OKOBOJI, Iowa /CitizenWire/ — International Scuba proudly announces the highly anticipated 8th Annual Ice Hole Festival. Bringing scuba divers and enthusiasts together to assess their ice diving skills. From January 30 to February 2, 2025, the lake will be transformed – featuring events for both instructors and certified divers.
BAROSSA VALLEY, Australia /CitizenWire/ — In “The Traffic of a Lie” (ISBN: 978-1998482054), released by Tellwell Talent on November 1, 2024, debut novelist Angela Nagel delivers a compelling, emotionally charged narrative that is already garnering attention for its deep dive into family secrets, betrayal, and the quest for truth amid overwhelming adversity.
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — TravelInsurance.com, the leading platform for comparing and purchasing travel insurance from global providers, reports that travel insurance is more critical in 2025 as disruptions and rising travel costs persist. With trip costs and demand surging in 2025, the importance of safeguarding travel investments is clear.
