Post by CBS News and Stations

As part of CBS Stations’ ongoing efforts to enhance local storytelling through immersive technology for communities nationwide, today WJZ | CBS News Baltimore announced the launch of the region’s first – and CBS Stations’ 10th – industry-leading cutting-edge Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) news studio, debuting Monday, Feb. 23 at 12 PM ET.   “By combining trusted local journalism with innovative technology, we’re creating more immersive and engaging ways to help our community understand the stories that impact their daily lives, from severe weather to the sports teams they love,” said Kathy Hostetter, president and general manager of CBS Baltimore.   The station’s weather coverage in the new AR/VR system will be led by a dynamic team of weather experts: Steve Sosna, Cutter Martin, Rachael (rah-shell) J., Marty Bass and Tim Williams. The sports programming will be guided by on-air sports team, sports director Alex Glaze and sports reporter Grace Grill. Read more:  https://bit.ly/3Oh50lQ