For 20 years people have been asking me, "When is CBS going to give you your own prime time special?"
I can now answer that definitively.
Wednesday at 10PM ET.
The show is called "The Gift: Kindness Goes Viral" and I'm really hoping you'll tune in - for a couple reasons:
.
@jeffglor
is all of us watching Steve's tribute to his dad last night.
Thank you so much to everyone who's sent in condolences and kind words in response to the story - there are more than we can respond to, but know that Steve appreciates each and every one.
You won’t find us on TV as usual tonight due to election coverage.
But we still wanted to bring you this story -- it might be just what we all need at the end of a very long week.
A note from Steve: I have some very sad news to report about one of my very favorite stories. Dan Peterson has died. Dan was the widower who got a hug from the little girl in the grocery store. It was the hug felt ‘round the world. (1/4)
We’re supposed to say something here to make you want to watch the
@CBSEveningNews
tonight. But we don’t think that’s necessary.
Tune in tonight to On the Road!
MONDAY:
@SteveHartmanCBS
is off-roading -- into a virtual classroom with all of you!
Join Steve next week as he teaches courses for your kids on kindness & community.
WHERE:
@CBSEveningNews
with
@NorahODonnell
, FACEBOOK LIVE
WHEN: 2pm ET -- Monday, March 23 - Thursday, March 26
My son, Gabe McDonnell, 13, of Lindsay, OK, learned Taps in less than 24hrs and played on our porch this rainy
#MemorialDay
w/
#CBSTaps
. He was nervous because he couldn't do it perfectly, but I'm proud. We don't need to be perfect to make a difference. Thanks,
@SteveHartmanCBS
.
First, I think if everyone watched, this "Gift" could change America for the better.
Second, CBS needs to know there is a yearning for news programming that inspires and unites.
Wow - just realized
#CBSTaps
is trending in the U.S. A HUGE thank you to everyone who has sounded the call today, and to those who will later on. We are absolutely floored by the response so far.
Check out some of the videos in this Moment:
A high school football star is spreading kindness by using lessons from his painful past to give others a brighter future. And it all started with one simple gesture.
@SteveHartmancbs
is “On The Road” in Lincoln, Nebraska.
He was
@SteveHartmanCBS
’ most *reoccurring* character and, in Steve’s words, “the only story I was literally born to tell.”
George Hartman lived to be 92 -- and as Steve grapples with losing his last surviving parent, he remembers and honors his dad “in all [his] glory.”
With all the bad news out there, it can be easy to forget how much good there is in our world.
On the Road with
@SteveHartmanCBS
is here to remind you.
Friday nights on the
@CBSEveningNews
and Sunday mornings on
@CBSSunday
☀️
UPDATE: 2 weeks ago we brought you the story of Army vet
@CLGardner19
and her mission to pay it forward. We're happy to announce Tiny Tim's surgery went well and he's doing "awesome" adjusting to life on 3 paws!
We'll keep you updated as he begins his important mission ❤️
“When you see somebody doing the wrong thing, you have to do the right thing.”
When an 11-y.o. witnessed a hit-and-run, it would have been easiest to walk away. But that’s not Ziarra Griffin, who one man will "remember for the rest of my life."
@SteveHartmanCBS
is On The Road
UPDATE: This afternoon, the South Brunswick Police Department made good on their promise of a pizza party for Carter and his new friends.
Now that's rad! 🙌🙌
So thrilled to share a wonderful update about our friend The Mighty Quinn. Quinn is finally out of isolation and enjoying some much-deserved sunshine and salt air 😊 we hope he continues to make a speedy recovery!!
As 3-year-old Quinn Waters recovers from a stem cell transplant to treat brain cancer, his exposure to the outside world has been limited.
But through his window, Quinn's community brought the world to him.
@SteveHartmanCBS
is "On The Road"
An attempted robbery at City Councilman Ralph Rodriguez’s nonprofit became the start of an unlikely friendship after the would-be robber reached out and confessed.
@SteveHartmanCBS
is “On The Road” in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
We live in a world where adults tend to dwell on our differences -- two Miami preschoolers, who believe themselves to be “twins,” may be setting the example worthy of being followed.
@SteveHartmanCBS
is "On The Road" with an update
Steve, his daughter Meryl, and son Emmett were nominated for a
@newsemmys
for their series
#Kindness101
.
Winners were announced last night. Take a look at how the Hartmans spent their evening!
Today, our
#Kindness101
series draws to a close with an episode on Compassion -- a subject that has never felt more important. A huge thank you to all those who supported and shared this project over the last 11 weeks.
The latest “On the Road” fashion trend.
This is how Mame Drackett of Lakeside, OH prepares to watch Steve’s stories on Friday nights. No joke. She may want to patent this accessory before
@Kleenex
catches on....
Debra's principal set up a Gofundme today! You can find out how to help Debra at this link. We continue to be deeply touched by our viewers' huge hearts. Thank you, thank you!
Of course, Norah is heartbroken. I hope to visit with her and her mom soon. Just thought you all, who so loved their story, would want to know right away. (3/4)
@StephenKing
Well, you’ve made me scream many times - but never quite like you did tonight. Flattered beyond words.
As a writer, I don’t deserve to be on your radar, let alone your Twitter feed.
Thanks for acknowledging my efforts. Just please don’t kill me off at the end of this thread.
While Steve is busy getting ready for today's big Taps Across America event at 3pm, his Kindness 101 co-teachers Meryl and Emmett put together a mini-lesson on Patriotism. Take a look!
There are so many great
#OnTheRoad
stories about love, it's hard to pick just one... so how about a sampling of a few of our favorites over the years?
A thread for
#ValentinesDay
Our original story was viewed millions of times on social media. After their chance meeting, Norah and her mom, Tara, continued to visit Dan every week. In fact, Dan got his last hug from Norah the day before he died. (2/4)
When we announced
#TapsAcrossAmerica
, we had no idea what kind of response to expect. Suffice to say, we are floored by the tens of thousands of unique and moving tributes we've seen.
Steve will have more on tonight's
@CBSEveningNews
about
#CBSTaps
. We hope you'll join us.
A remarkable package in our mailbox today: a custom ink sketch of Finn Daly, adapted from our story about "The Little Patriot." Mike McNosky of Medina, OH shares this very special drawing he completed after seeing Finn's story on
@CBSSunday
.
Thanks for sharing your talent, Mike!
6-yr old Finn Daly, of West Hartford, CT, who has Down syndrome and is also autistic, finds comfort and contentment in a sight most of us take for granted: a fluttering flag.
@SteveHartmanCBS
reports
UPDATE: After his 46 years of wrongful imprisonment, Richard Phillips became America’s most unlikely art phenom.
One year into his newfound freedom, the state Attorney General agreed those lost years were worth something, awarding him $1.5 million.
@SteveHartmanCBS
has more
Tonight on the
@CBSEveningNews
, Steve has a patriotic invitation for buglers and trumpet players across the country. Join us for a special Memorial Day event 🎺🇺🇸
Steve just took a DNA test -- turns out he's 100%... shocked by the results 🤯 Tune in to the
@CBSEveningNews
tomorrow to find out what was *so* surprising in a very special story, On the Road
Wondering where your Steve Hartman fix was tonight? 🤔
We’re off the air this Friday as CBS honors the legendary career of John Blackstone. We’ll be back as usual Sunday on
@CBSSunday
, and next week on
@CBSEveningNews
!
Cheers, John!
For 38 years, CBS News correspondent John Blackstone has taken viewers around the world, from the South Pole to South Africa and thousands of other stops.
Tonight, as he steps away from the day-to-day grind, we say thank you.
@BillWhitakerCBS
takes us back
What better way to celebrate
#Thanksgiving
than checking in on one of the most generous people we've met this year?
Our story tonight from Myrtle Beach, SC.
This holiday season, residents at the Midtown Inn and Cottages in Myrtle Beach, S.C., couldn't be more thankful to owner Jaret Hucks-- who gave them a home away from home in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence.
@SteveHartmanCBS
goes “On the Road”
In case you needed any more proof that kindness is contagious...
Inspired by our story on Ruby's Wishes,
@rbharder
's 4th grade class in Hutchinson, KS decided to spend their field trip money on gifts for a local shelter.
We can't get enough of these smiles! Thanks for sharing.
My Ss decided to use their field trip money to buy supplies for our local children’s emergency shelter. Today I took some kids to
@Walmart
to get the donations for kids in our community. They learned a lot about how to shop on a budget (and how expensive living is)!
#uvlearn
There’s a tiny superhero with a special gift for capturing the hearts of the homeless in Alabama
Steve Hartman caught up with the caped crusader
@OnTheRoadCBS
Thrilled to share the news that On The Road was honored with a
#Gracies
Award for last summer's story on lobbyist Kayla McKeon! The Gracies celebrate programming created for, by, and about women.
Huge congrats due to producer extraordinaire
@katepbren
Congratulations to
@CBSNews
for winning
#TheGracies
award for Soft News Feature for "On The Road: Washington’s First Registered Lobbyist with Down Syndrome".
"The time is always right to do what is right." - Martin Luther King, Jr. ICYMI our
@ontheroadcbs
story that aired this weekend on a group of 5th graders who helped right a 60 year old wrong.
#MLKDay
As newlyweds, a couple was turned away at a hotel door on their honeymoon because of the color of their skin
60 years later, a story of redemption was made possible by a class of fifth graders
Steve Hartman is
@OnTheRoadCBS
If you watched the
@CBSEveningNews
last night you heard the good news --
#Kindness101
is returning! New episodes will post every Monday at 9AM ET at . FIRST TOPIC: Courage!
Thanks to
@WBZ
and
@AnnaMeiler
for this story about our visit to a wonderful Massachusetts middle school! We were honored to hear about the impact
#OnTheRoad
has had on these students. They can’t wait to get out and make a difference themselves ❤️
Just in time for the holidays, I've put together a half-hour of my favorite On the Road holiday stories. Find it at , or on the CBS News app. Happy holidays from my family to yours!
WATCH:
@SteveHartmanCBS
usually takes us "on the road," but this holiday season, he brings us home -- see the special, with some of our most memorable stories, on demand here:
#CBSN
will stream "Home for the Holidays" Dec. 24 & Dec. 25 at 8p/11p/2a ET.
Last night, we had the pleasure of welcoming CBS News Correspondent
@SteveHartmanCBS
to campus, who reminded us to rise above the fray and put kindness and generosity first, something we strive for every day here at Georgetown College.
Did you miss an episode of Kindness 101? You can find all four installments (Character, Empathy, Friendship, and Altruism) on our YouTube playlist. Share with friends, family, or anyone who needs a boost! Thanks so much to everyone who tuned in this week.
A couple of years ago, a group of teens made it their mission to teach senior citizens how to use technology, but the computer-savvy Gen Z teens kept coming back, hooked on the friendships they built along the way.
@SteveHartmanCBS
is “On the Road” in Fort Myers, Florida.
Get your ducks in a row because we’ve got an update on Kylie and Snowflake tonight on the
@CBSEveningNews
!
Programming note: if
#MarchMadness
is on in your region when you’d normally see us, you can always find the piece on Twitter, Facebook and !
We ❤️ seeing students engaging with our stories! Teachers: let us know how you use On The Road in your classroom with the hashtag
#OTRforEducators
- we'll retweet some of our favorites!
73-yo Detroit artist Richard Phillips is having his first exhibition. He is America's most unlikely art phenom, because before becoming celebrated, Phillips was incarcerated for 46 years for a murder he didn't commit.
@SteveHartmanCBS
reports
Folks, these are difficult, unprecedented times. Just like so many of you, we've had to change our routines and get used to a new normal. For us, that actually means not going "On the Road" at all 😳! (1/2)
🎺
#CBSTaps
players: if you're having trouble uploading to our submissions folder, try again in an hour or 2. Our system is a bit overloaded right now with the volume! We're checking social media too, so even if you can't upload, we'll see it here, on FB, and Instagram. Thanks! ♥️
I’m returning to my hometown of Toledo, OH next month for a special evening on September 12th. Laughs and tears guaranteed.
The event is to raise scholarship money for my old high school. So if you’re anywhere near Toledo and can stop by, I would appreciate the support.
Save the Date!
An Evening "On the Road with
@SteveHartmanCBS
"!
Proceeds to benefit the 20/20 Jesuit Scholars Program.
Join us Sept. 12
@ToledoValentine
as Steve shares his most memorable On the Road experiences!
Tickets are on sale now at .
#SJJAlumni
You can find more information about Richard's art here:
Please be patient if the site takes a few moments to load - they're experiencing heavy traffic!
One Detroit artist, who didn't get his big break until his 70s, is America’s most unlikely art phenom.
Richard Phillips' paintings, worth thousands of dollars, were created in the most unlikely of places.
@SteveHartmanCBS
is "On The Road"
Usually, adults are the ones teaching kids right from wrong. Not this time.
Meet Ziarra Griffin - an 11 year old from Buffalo, NY whose conscience never wavered.
"I couldn't believe you left me that note. When I first saw my car, I was angry, and then I saw her note, and it changed my entire-- my entire mood."
This sixth grader's note on windshield led to justice in a hit-and-run
KINDNESS 101: Inspired by Steve’s Kindness 101 series, Savannah, GA-based musicians Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson and their band, the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra, are performing live concerts at local senior living facilities.
📸: Fabulous Equinox Orchestra
But the silver lining is... this moment also presents new opportunities. Steve's got a big announcement on tonight's
@CBSEveningNews
- we hope you'll be watching!
#OTRForEducation
(2/2)
I visited my kids’ school last week to continue spreading Chris Rosati's message through butterfly grants. The kids will decide how to use them. Just as Chris did, that’s part of the process. The only guideline is they have to do something to make the world a better place.
On this Father’s Day, we put together a half-hour of some of our favorite On the Road stories about dads and father figures from all walks of life.
Take a look, and happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there!
For all our followers who work in local TV news:
I’ve agreed to do a seminar at the RTDNA convention in Baltimore this year. As you know, I don’t typically speak at journalism conferences. It’s been about a decade since the last one....
Kindness 101: Optimism is available now! If you're like us, you could use some help finding silver linings right now. We'll introduce you to four people who succeeded, and changed their perspective, by maintaining a positive attitude.
#Kindness101
A terribly timed Skype snafu prevented Steve from accepting this live, but sharing a huge thank you on his behalf!
Watch the three stories from this entry threaded below.
Sometimes, life throws obstacles in your path. How do you stay motivated and persevere when things get tough? For our penultimate
#Kindness101
class, we're talking about *Fortitude.* Watch here, and let us know what you think!
⚡️ Yesterday, thousands of Americans sounded Taps as part of
@CBS
's nationwide event, Taps Across America.
Here are just a few of the moving videos and reflections that were shared with us via
#CBSTaps
on
@Twitter
More tonight on the
@CBSEveningNews
When Quinn Waters was just three years old, he was kept in a “bubble” because his natural immunity was temporarily wiped out after brain cancer treatment.
His community brought positivity to his family's front yard, with everything from a dog parade to Irish step dancers.
TUNE IN: When this swimmer wanted to join the swim team, he didn't let anything stand in his way – not even not knowing how to swim.
He shares his story with
@SteveHartmanCBS
Monday on
#CBSMornings
.