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April 17th 2026: Is $4 A Gallon Gas Becoming A Problem; Upcoming City Road Closures To Disrupt Tr...
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- April 17th 2026: Is $4 A Gallon Gas Becoming A Problem; Upcoming City Road Closures To Disrupt Tr...
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- 10 hours ago
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- Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman. With gas prices reaching $4 a gallon is it becoming a problem. City road closures coming downtown to disrupt traffic. Brad Downs, SVP of Marketing with the Ravens joins the show to talk about the new uniforms. Gerry Sandusky the voice of your Baltimore Ravens, joined the show as he calls it a career and heads into retirement. Orioles play by play man Brett Hollander joined the show to talk all things Orioles baseball. Listen to C4 & Bryan weekdays from 5:30-10am on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM 101.5 & the WBAL Radio app!!
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- “Disrespectful Tone”: Archbishop Lori addresses Trump criticism of Pope Leo over Iran war
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- 12 hours ago
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- Baltimore Archbishop William Lori addressed President Trump's criticism of Pope Leo XIV regarding the war in Iran during an exclusive interview this afternoon with WBAL NewsRadio's Angelette Aviles.
"I would say what disappointed me the most was the tone, the disrespectful tone, the tendency to demonize, um, the other or and also to reduce the Holy Father, simply to one voice among many," Lori said.
The archbishop explained that the Pope's objections to the war in Iran are based on Scripture. He also said it is acceptable to disagree with the Pope on such matters.
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- Voice of the Ravens Gerry Sandusky signs off
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- 13 hours ago
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- After more than four remarkable decades in broadcasting, WBAL-TV 11 Sports Director Gerry Sandusky is stepping away from the microphone, leaving behind a legacy that is truly unmatched.
For generations of viewers, Gerry has been more than a sportscaster. He has been a trusted voice, steady presence, and the authority on everything from Friday night lights to championship Sundays.
C4 and Bryan Nehman catch up with Gerry on his final day of work.
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- Presser: Baltimore City expands violence reduction strategy to Northern District
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- 16 hours ago
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- Baltimore City is expanding its group violence reduction strategy to the Northern District, with city officials citing a drop in crime rates in other parts of the city.
The program uses ex-offenders to mediate disputes before violence occurs.
"133 lives is 133 too many. Because one life is one too many," Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said.
Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley said, "Be ready to put down the guns and step away from violence. We're here to help. But if you choose not to, we will respond quickly and decisively."
Mayor Scott says he plans to eventually expand the initiative to the entire city.
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- Fans Line Up EARLY for New Ravens Jerseys at Flock Shop 🔥🏈
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- 18 hours ago
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- Scott Wykoff is live at M&T Bank Stadium where Ravens fans lined up early at the Flock Shop to be the FIRST to grab the brand-new “Next Flight” uniforms. Just hours after the big reveal, the excitement is already off the charts.
With the Marching Ravens bringing the energy and fans racing to get their hands on the new jerseys, this is Ravens Flock at its best. One fan even planned to buy FIVE jerseys 👀
#Ravens #RavensFlock #BaltimoreRavens #NFL #Football #NFLNews
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- Valerie Preactor is live as the Baltimore Ravens unveil their brand-new 2026 uniforms
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- 18 hours ago
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- Valerie Preactor is live as the Baltimore Ravens unveil their brand-new 2026 uniforms—their first major jersey update in over 20 years! Fans packed Merriweather Post Pavilion for the big reveal, and the energy was unreal.
From the sleek new look to the standout matte black helmet (perfect for “Darkness Falls”), this is a bold new era for the Ravens. What do you think of the new uniforms? 👀🏈
#Ravens #BaltimoreRavens #NFL #NFLNews #Football #RavensFlock
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- Angelette Aviles: Baltimore woman pushes for waterfront safety after tragic death
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- 1 day ago
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- The death of a 27-year-old man, whose body was recovered from Baltimore’s Inner Harbor after a night out in Fells Point, has sparked community efforts to improve waterfront safety. In the aftermath of the tragedy, residents have proposed measures such as railings, better lighting, and emergency ladders to make the area safer.
Mandy Feagans, a Baltimore resident and bartender in Fells Point, started a petition advocating for those changes. She spoke with WBAL's Angelette Aviles.
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- Police arrest man in killing of 16-year-old boy in Baltimore’s Medfield neighborhood
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- 2 days ago
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- Baltimore police on Thursday announced the arrest of a man in connection with the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old boy last month.
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- Daily Briefing: Maryland’s Stop Super Speeders bill heads to governor’s desk
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- 2 days ago
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- Maryland lawmakers have passed the Stop Super Speeders bill, which would require repeat high-risk drivers to install speed-limiting devices in their vehicles. WBAL's Angelette Aviles wants to know if this will actually change behavior or just control it for about a year?
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- T.J. Smith: Baltimore fundraiser aims to tackle hunger with football-themed event
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- 2 days ago
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- Tickets are now on sale for a special fundraiser to help erase hunger in Baltimore. “Weekend Backpacks Baltimore” will host End Zone Eats: Weekend Backpacks’ Tailgate next month. The game-day style event will raise funds for the nonprofit that supports nearly 2,000 students and their families every week by providing weekend food bags to students in need.
Cindy Saval, the event's chairperson for End Zone Eats spoke with WBAL's T.J. Smith about why game-day style event is important for the community.
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- Jury finds that Ticketmaster and Live Nation had an anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues
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- 2 days ago
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- A jury found Wednesday that entertainment giant Live Nation, which hosts tens of thousands of concerts a year, and its Ticketmaster subsidiary had a harmful monopoly over big venues.
The ruling, in a lawsuit brought by dozens of states, won’t immediately bring relief for concertgoers who have long complained about high ticket prices.
But it could cost Live Nation hundreds of millions of dollars and perhaps force the company to sell some of its concert venues when the judge hands out penalties later.
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- C4 & Bryan Nehman: Is the Iran Blockade Working? Markets Surge, Oil Drops
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- 2 days ago
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman break down the latest developments surrounding the Iran blockade and what it could mean for global markets, oil prices, and U.S. strategy.
With oil prices dropping and stock markets hitting record highs, analysts suggest the economic pressure on Iran may be working. The discussion explores whether the blockade could force Iran to negotiate, trigger internal unrest, or reshape the geopolitical landscape.
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- Maryland Sen. Justin Ready Sounds Off on ICE Policy, Paint Tax & Budget Concerns
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- 2 days ago
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- Maryland State Senator Justin Ready joins C4 and Bryan Nehman to break down key issues from the 2026 legislative session.
The conversation covers controversial immigration policies involving ICE and the Community Trust Act, concerns about law enforcement coordination, and broader debates over public safety.
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- April 16th 2026: Is The Strait Of Hormuz Blockade Working; Drug Takedown In Baltimore; Trump & Va...
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- 2 days ago
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- Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman. Is the blockade at the Strait of Hormuz working? Drug takedown in Baltimore. Trump & JD Vance vs. the Pope. WAYMO bill is dead. State Senator Justin Ready joined the show discussing the Community Trust Act, Utility Relief Act & the paint tax. Is LIV Golf done? Listen to C4 & Bryan weekdays from 5:30-10am on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM 101.5 & the WBAL Radio app!!
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- Petition calls for safety improvements after missing man's body found in harbor
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- 2 days ago
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- A community-led petition is calling for improved safety at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor after a missing man was found dead in the water.
Branson Oduor, 27, disappeared after a night out in Fells Point on April 4.
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- Judge grants preliminary injunction over proposed ICE detention facility in Washington County
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- 2 days ago
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- A federal judge extended a court-ordered pause on work for a planned immigration detention center near Hagerstown. The state argued the proposed Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Washington County should be halted, saying the federal government moved ahead without proper environmental review.
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- Angelette Aviles: Tax Day prompts questions about refunds and rising costs
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- 2 days ago
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- Tax Day has Americans evaluating their financial standing as they compare this year’s tax outcomes to previous years, with many questioning whether they are truly better off. WBAL's Angelette Aviles discusses.
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- Titanic immersive experience offers life-size reconstructions and artifacts in Baltimore
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- 3 days ago
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- It's been 114 years since the Titanic sank in the early hours of April 15, 1912. Over a hundred years later, that historic night is being honored in Downtown Baltimore with an immersive experience at the Inner Harbor.
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- Report finds critical failures in 2023 Baltimore City fire that left two firefighters dead
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- 3 days ago
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- A long-awaited report into a fatal Baltimore City fire pointed to critical failures in equipment and training.
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- Is Downtown Baltimore Bouncing Back? Shelonda Stokes Explains
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- 3 days ago
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman speak with Shelonda Stokes, president of the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, about the 2025 State of Downtown report and the future of Baltimore’s city center.
Key topics include:
The current “transformation” phase of downtown Baltimore
Crime concerns vs. record-low trends
Empty office space and conversion to residential or mixed-use
New tax incentives and development opportunities from Annapolis
The future of Harborplace redevelopment
The importance of the Baltimore Convention Center to the local economy
Infrastructure concerns like road conditions and city investment
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- Orioles left fielder Taylor Ward Explains His Hitting Surge & Team Chemistry
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- 3 days ago
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- Bryan Nehman and C4 are joined by Taylor Ward, left fielder for the Baltimore Orioles, following a huge performance in the series against the Chicago White Sox.
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- BGE Executive Breaks Down Utility Relief Act Savings | C4 & Bryan Nehman
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- 3 days ago
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman react to the final days of the 2026 Maryland legislative session, focusing on the newly passed Utility Relief Act and what it means for your electric bill.
Joined by Brittany Jones of Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), the discussion breaks down:
Where the promised ~$150 annual savings actually come from
Why you won’t see immediate relief until 2027
Concerns about long-term costs and infrastructure investment
The role of the Maryland Public Service Commission
Maryland’s growing energy supply problem and reliance on out-of-state power
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- A bill regarding ICE could put Gov. Wes Moore in a tough spot
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- 3 days ago
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- A bill regarding ICE could put Gov. Wes Moore in a tough spot 👀 Will he sign it, veto it, or stay silent? The implications could be big—for law enforcement AND his political future.
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- Chalk lines drawn on Hagerstown sidewalk in protest of planned ICE detention center
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- 3 days ago
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- Demonstrators drew chalk lines on the sidewalk in Hagerstown in protest of a planned immigration detention center ahead of a court hearing.
In January, the federal government paid $102.4 million for a warehouse in Williamsport, planning to convert it into a 1,500-bed ICE detention facility. According to recent court filings, Immigration and Customs Enforcement could be amending its proposal due to environmental constraints.
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman React: 2026 Maryland General Assembly session ends
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- 3 days ago
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman break down the biggest moments from the end of the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session. From major legislation to political drama in Annapolis, they react to what passed, what failed, and what it all means for Maryland residents moving forward.
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- Angelette Aviles: Maryland’s Community Trust Act faces criticism
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- 3 days ago
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- The Community Trust Act, recently passed by Maryland’s General Assembly, has sparked controversy among law enforcement officials and residents as it awaits action from Gov. Wes Moore.
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- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signs broad package of more than 140 bills into law
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- 4 days ago
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- Now that the 2026 legislative session is over, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has signed more than 140 bills into law. Not on the list were the Community Trust Act and the Utility Relief Act. It’s not clear when or if Moore will sign it.
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- T.J. Smith: Youth Violence Awareness Month sparks discussion on exposure and prevention
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- 4 days ago
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- Youth Violence Awareness Month highlights the challenges young people face when exposed to violence and explores ways parents, educators, and communities can support them. Dr. Matt Edelstein, a psychologist and behavior analyst at the Kennedy Krieger Institute, explained how children are exposed to violence through news, video games, and their surroundings.
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- Body recovered in Baltimore's Inner Harbor identified as missing man Branson Oduor
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- 4 days ago
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- The body found in the Inner Harbor Tuesday morning was that of Branson Oduor, the man who went missing earlier this month, Baltimore police say.
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- Montgomery Co. Exec. Marc Elrich defends Trust Act
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- 4 days ago
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- Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich joins The C4 and Bryan Nehman Show to discuss Maryland’s Community Trust Act and how it compares to Montgomery County’s existing Trust Act policy.
Elrich explains that local law enforcement already limits cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), while still working with federal officials in certain serious cases.
He argues ICE already has access to arrest data through federal systems and does not require additional notification from local agencies.
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- Sheriff Jim DeWees on Community Trust Act: 'Absolutely unconstitutional'
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- 4 days ago
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- Carroll County Sheriff Jim DeWees weighs in on Maryland’s newly passed Community Trust Act and what it could mean for local law enforcement.
In this interview, DeWees calls the legislation “absolutely unconstitutional” and argues it will limit communication between local agencies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), potentially impacting public safety.
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- What did Maryland’s General Assembly pass this session?
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- 4 days ago
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- Several bills are on their way to Gov. Wes Moore’s desk amid the end of Maryland’s legislative session.
Maryland’s Democratic leaders said success defines the goals of the legislative session.
Heavy lifting includes utility rate relief of $150 each year in consumer savings and a comprehensive change in the state’s energy policy.
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- Baltimore City DPW announces reduced fluoride levels in water amid Iran war
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- 4 days ago
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- The Baltimore City Department of Public Works is reducing fluoride levels in the drinking water this week.
The change, which comes amid supply chain disruptions caused by the war in Iran, will impact residents in Baltimore City and Baltimore and Howard counties.
DPW leaders said the decision to lower fluoride levels was made to conserve the limited supply.
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- Angelette Aviles: Baltimore reduces fluoride in drinking water due to Middle East conflict
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- 4 days ago
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- The Baltimore City Department of Public Works is reducing fluoride levels in the drinking water this week. The change, which comes amid supply chain disruptions caused by the war in Iran, will impact residents in Baltimore City and Baltimore and Howard counties. WBAL's Angelette Aviles discusses.
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- Exchange raises question about leadership, decision-making amid President Trump's AI-generated image
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- 5 days ago
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- President Donald Trump deleted an AI-generated image that depicted him in a religiously symbolic manner, sparking criticism and debates about its implications. Trump said he thought the image depicted him as a doctor. WBAL's T.J. Smith spoke with callers who offered their opinions on the image.
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- T.J. Smith: President Trump says it was a doctor, others say the image tells a different story
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- 5 days ago
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- President Donald Trump deleted an AI-generated image that depicted him in a religiously symbolic manner, sparking criticism and debates about its implications. Trump said he thought the image depicted him as a doctor. WBAL's T.J. Smith spoke with callers who offered their opinions on the image.
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- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announces agreement to pass Utility RELIEF Act amid rising costs
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- 5 days ago
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- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced an agreement to advance the Utility RELIEF Act through final passage Thursday morning. The bill is expected to cut energy bills by $12.50 a month for the next year.
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- T.J. Smith: Former State Sen. Jill Carter says Nykayla Strawder Act demands smarter gun reform
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- 5 days ago
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- Former Maryland State Sen. Jill Carter, who has been advocating for the family of 15-year-old Nykayla Strawder, discussed the legislative challenges surrounding the 2022 shooting involving a 9-year-old boy, emphasizing the need for treatment, services, and penalties.
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- NASA Artemis II, Moon’s Far Side & Future of Space Travel | Charles Fulco Interview
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- 5 days ago
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- NASA Solar System Ambassador Charles Fulco joins C4 and Bryan Nehman to break down the excitement and impact of the Artemis II mission, including stunning new imagery from the far side of the Moon and what it means for the future of lunar exploration.
Fulco reflects on decades of space exploration—from Apollo to Artemis—and explains how modern high-resolution imaging, Earthshine views, and renewed public interest are reshaping how we see space.
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- April 13th 2026: Navy Blockade Of The Strait Of Hormuz; Community Trust Act Passes; Zac Blanchard...
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- 5 days ago
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- Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman. A Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz coming around 10 am this morning. The Community Trust Act passes. City Councilman Zac Blanchard joined the show to discuss the Federal Hill master plan. Former State Senator Bobby Zirkin joined the show to discuss the Community Trust Act. Charles Fulco, a NASA Educator joined the show to discuss the Artemis II mission. Listen to C4 & Bryan weekdays from 5:30-10am on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM 101.5 & the WBAL Radio app!!
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- Maryland Trust Act & Child Victims Act Fallout | Bobby Zirkin on Public Safety
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- 5 days ago
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- Former Maryland State Senator Bobby Zirkin joins C4 and Bryan Nehman on the final day of the 2026 Maryland legislative session to discuss two major and controversial bills: the Community Trust Act and the Child Victims Act.
Zirkin revisits his earlier opposition to the Trust Act, warning it could limit communication between local law enforcement and ICE and potentially endanger public safety.
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- Federal Hill Crime Concerns & Master Plan Update | Baltimore Councilman Zac Blanchard
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- 5 days ago
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- Baltimore City Councilman Zac Blanchard joins the show to discuss rising concerns in Federal Hill following recent incidents tied to nightlife, juvenile gatherings, and public safety challenges.
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman React: U.S. considers blockade as Iran talks collapse
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- 5 days ago
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- Following failed negotiations involving Vice President J.D. Vance and Iranian officials, former President Donald Trump announces a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman React: U.S. considers blockade as Iran talks collapse
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- 5 days ago
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- Following failed negotiations involving Vice President J.D. Vance and Iranian officials, former President Donald Trump announces a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
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- Sine Die in Annapolis: Lawmakers weigh ICE limits, utility relief, education spending
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- 5 days ago
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- It's the last day of the legislative session in Annapolis, Sine Die as they call it. The legislature considered 2,600 bills this session, two of the biggest are limiting the state's cooperation with ICE and saving Marylanders money on their electric bills.
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- Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin requests cognitive test for President Trump in wake of Iran threats
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- 7 days ago
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- Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin sent a letter to the White House physician on Friday demanding a cognitive test be performed on President Donald Trump, with the results to be released publicly.
In the letter sent to Sean Barbabella, Trump’s official doctor, Raskin said Trump’s comments on Iran on Easter Sunday were concerning.
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- Police, community shift search for missing man to Harbor East amid new CCTV video tracing steps
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- 7 days ago
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- Police and community members are continuing to search for a 27-year-old man who went missing after a night out in Fells Point last week. Police have since shifted their search to Harbor East.
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- Gary Sutton: Artemis II sparks bigger question on if space exploration can unite divided nation
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- 7 days ago
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- The Artemis II mission, which safely returned astronauts after a record-breaking journey around the moon, has sparked discussions about whether space exploration can unite a divided nation.
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- Are Maryland leaders focusing on political fights… or your cost of living?
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- 8 days ago
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- Maryland is pushing major immigration-related policies—but what about rising energy costs, housing affordability, and residents leaving the state?
In this daily briefing, Angelette Aviles questions whether lawmakers are prioritizing the issues that impact everyday life or engaging in political battles with D.C.
🎙️ Watch more from The Angelette Aviles Show weekdays 2–6 PM on WBAL NewsRadio.
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- April 10th 2026: Latest On Iran Conflict; Tolentino Responds To Commissioner Worley Interview; Is...
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- 8 days ago
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- Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman. Latest Information on the conflict with Iran. Betsy Fox Tolentino responds to an interview with BPD Commissioner Worley. City Councilman Isaac "Yitzy" Schleifer joined the show to discuss juvenile crime & the city budget. Orioles play-by-play man Josh Lewin joined the show to preview the upcoming 6 game homestand at the yard starting tonight against San Francisco. Listen to C4 & Bryan weekdays from 5:30-10am on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM 101.5 & the WBAL Radio app!!
