NEW YORK, Nov. 13 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Initiative provides financial relief for veterans across Michigan, Missouri, and Wisconsin * * * Verizon and ForgiveCo are proud to announce a transformative partnership to eliminate $3 million in consumer debt for veterans across Michigan, Missouri, and Wisconsin. For veterans in greater Detroit, St. Louis, and Milwaukee, Verizon and ForgiveCo will clear $1 million in de  more