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President Trump says Iran operations likely to last four to five weeks
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- President Trump says Iran operations likely to last four to five weeks
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- 1 month ago
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- President Donald Trump made brief remarks about the military operations in Iran at the beginning of a previously scheduled Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
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- T.J. Smith: Oil prices leap on worries about war in Middle East
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- 1 month ago
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- Brian Kroneberger from RBC Wealth Management shared insights on the current state of oil prices and global markets amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
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- Defense Secretary Hegseth insists the Iran conflict is ‘not endless’ and declares, ‘We fight to win’
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- 1 month ago
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- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday spoke to widening concerns that the U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran could spiral into a protracted regional conflict by declaring, “This is not Iraq. This is not endless.”
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- Rep. Kweisi Mfume Warns of “No Clear Endgame” in Iran Conflict
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- 1 month ago
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- Congressman Kweisi Mfume joins WBAL Radio to discuss the escalating U.S.–Iran conflict, what he feels as the lack of a defined endgame, and the constitutional questions surrounding congressional authorization.
Mfume addresses rising oil prices, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of regional escalation, and concerns about acting without NATO consultation.
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- Rep. Andy Harris calls Iran strike ‘dramatic and necessary’
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- 1 month ago
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- Following the Pentagon's briefing after the Iran strike over the weekend, Congressman Andy Harris joins C4 and Bryan Nehman and said, "This president has brought an overwhelming force to the region."
"To amputate the entire leadership of Iran on that first day was pretty dramatic and pretty necessary, to be honest," Harris said, adding that it was successful and necessary, especially considering there was no "focus on the ballistic missile targets in the June 12-day conflict."
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- Rep. Glenn Ivey: 'What are the objectives?' after Iran strike
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- 1 month ago
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- Prior to the Pentagon's briefing on the Iran strike, Congressman Glenn Ivey spoke and said the "big question" is what the objectives are.
"How do we get out of it? How long are they expecting us to be in it? How many lives will be lost? And what's going to be the impact overall from a blood and treasure standpoint?" Ivey posed those questions with C4 and Bryan Nehman on Monday.
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- March 2nd 2026: US and Israel Strikes in Iran; Glenn Ivey; Andy Harris; Kweisi Mfume; John "Drago...
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- 1 month ago
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- Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman. C4 & Bryan react to the United States and Israel conducting strikes in Iran. President Trump announced that three U.S. service members were killed in Kuwait. An oil tanker was blown up; what does that mean for the price of gas and the economic factors associated with it? Plus, three members of U.S. Congress (Glenn Ivey, Andy Harris, and Kweisi Mfume) and John 'Dragon" Teichert joined the show to provide their opinion on the strikes. 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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- C4 and Bryan Nehman React: US and Israeli strikes on Iran
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- 1 month ago
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman react to the joint U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iran, fallout from the attacks, and key international implications.
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- WBAL NewsRadio's Bryan Nehman reacts to US, Israel attack on Iran
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- WBAL NewsRadio 1090, FM 101.5 and the WBAL Radio app.
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- U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks reacts to US, Israel attack on Iran
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- In a statement, U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks said, "The president said he obliterated the Iranian nuclear program. He lied."
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- U.S. Rep. Andy Harris on President Trump needing congressional approval for strikes on Iran.
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- 2 months ago
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- "The president has 60 days," U.S. Rep. Andy Harris on President Trump's needing congressional approval for strikes on Iran.
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- Maryland native sheltering in Tel Aviv after U.S., Israel launch strikes on Iran
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- 2 months ago
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- An Owings Mills, Maryland native now living in Tel Aviv describes spending most of the day in a bomb shelter after the United States and Israel launched major strikes on Iran.
Eric Rubin spoke with WBAL NewsRadio host Bruce Elliott from a safe location, detailing sirens, missile warnings and repeated trips in and out of shelter as tensions escalated.
Rubin moved to Israel after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack and says many apartment buildings are equipped with reinforced safe rooms or underground shelters.
The strikes come amid heightened tensions in the region, with reports of impacts across Iran and warnings of potential further escalation.
Listen to the full interview and get the latest updates on WBAL NewsRadio.
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- President Trump says the U.S. has begun “major combat operations in Iran”
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- 2 months ago
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- U.S. President Donald Trump said in an eight-minute video posted on his Truth Social that the U.S. has begun “major combat operations in Iran.” He claimed Iran has continued to develop its nuclear program and plans to develop missiles to reach U.S. and appealed to the Iranian people to “take over your government.”
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- Angelette Aviles: Maryland House passes bill allowing surveillance of federal agents
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Maryland's House of Delegates passed a bill enabling state police to collect digital data on federal agents, including ICE, based on misconduct complaints, sparking debate over constitutional rights and public safety.
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- New SNAP work requirements kick in for Maryland on March 1
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- 2 months ago
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- Starting in March, some Maryland SNAP recipients may lose benefits if they do not meet new work requirements, having the potential to impact up to 80,000 Marylanders.
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- Daily Briefing: Baltimore City inspector general alleging mayor's office is blocking subpoenas
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- 2 months ago
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- Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming filed a lawsuit alleging her subpoenas are being blocked by the mayor's office, prompting bipartisan legislation to address the issue. WBAL's Angelette Aviles discusses:
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- T.J. Smith: Anne Arundel County providing safe-storage marijuana bags in vending machines
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Anne Arundel County has introduced vending machines offering safe storage bags for cannabis products to prevent accidental ingestion by children, amid rising concerns over cannabis-related hospital visits.
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- Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott responds to inspector general’s review of P-Cards
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- 2 months ago
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- Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott is responding to an inspector general’s review of his office’s use of city purchase cards. The report found the mayor’s office did not document more than $100,000 in spending with the cards.
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- February 27th 2026: IG Cummings Releases Report On Misuse Of Fund With P-Cards; Superintendent Ro...
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- 2 months ago
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- Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman. Inspector General Cummings releases report on possible misuse of funds with city procurement cards. Superintendent Rogers stepping down as of July 1st. Is ICE ramping up to come to Baltimore, unmarked cars & MREs are being stockpiled. Americans don't want data centers in their back yards. Eight individuals that have ties to MS-13 have been indicted in the area. Delegate Mike Griffith joined the show discussing Kanaiyah's law. 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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- Baltimore mayor's office spending questioned over procurement card use
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The Baltimore mayor's office faces scrutiny over use over money spent procurement cards, with concerns about expenses on entertainment and dining.
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman: Del. Mike Griffith advocates for foster care reform with Kanaiyah’s Law
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Maryland Del. Mike Griffith is advocating for Kanaiyah’s Law, a legislative proposal aimed at reforming the state's foster care system in response to the death of Ward, who died by suicide while in the foster care system, and a critical audit of the Department of Human Services.
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman: Mayor's office violated p-card policies, OIG report finds
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming released a report on the mayor’s office that found it did not document more than $100,000 in spending with city purchase cards, including tickets for Baltimore Ravens and Orioles games, raising concerns about spending practices and oversight.
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- Across the Aisle: Lawmakers face scrutiny over focus on immigration bills amid rising utility costs
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- 2 months ago
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- As Maryland families grapple with increasing utility bills and housing costs, lawmakers are advancing immigration-related legislation, sparking debate on whether they are addressing voters' primary concerns.
During "Across the Aisle," WBAL's Angelette Aviles spoke with Democratic businessman and Johns Hopkins University lecturer Len Foxwell and CEO of Lagari Government Relations and former Republican Del. Sid Saab on the topic.
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- Daily Briefing: Is the Ice Breaker Act constitutional? Maryland's attorney general thinks so
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has declared the "Ice Breaker Act of 2026" constitutional, which bars anyone who joined ICE after President Donald Trump's second inauguration from serving as a state law enforcement officer. WBAL's Angelette Aviles discusses.
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- Fire official provides update on three-alarm fire at auto body shop in Northeast Baltimore
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Baltimore Assistance Fire Chief of Operations John Eid provides update on three-alarm fire at an auto body shop in Northeast Baltimore.
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- Across the Aisle: Issues affecting Marylanders
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- 2 months ago
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- Tune in between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Thursday to hear "Across the Aisle" with WBAL's Angelette Aviles. She will have a Democrat and a Republican join the show to discuss matters that are affecting Marylanders. Listen on 1090 AM, FM 101.5 or the WBAL Radio app.
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- Northeast Baltimore auto shop employee, firefighter injured in 3-alarm fire
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- An auto body shop employee was seriously injured and a firefighter suffered injuries in a three-alarm fire in Northeast Baltimore.
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- Baltimore County Schools superintendent Myriam Rogers announces retirement
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- 2 months ago
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- After 30 years in education, including three years as superintendent, Myriam Rogers has announced she will retire from Baltimore County Public Schools.
Rogers made the announcement in a news release. She became superintendent on July 1, 2023, and her retirement will take effect July 1, 2026.
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- Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on Potomac Sewage Spill, Data Centers & School Budget Cuts
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- 2 months ago
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- Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich joins the show to discuss the massive sewage spill into the Potomac River, concerns about aging infrastructure, and what it means for residents.
An estimated 250–300 million gallons of raw sewage spilled into the Potomac after a major pipe failure — raising environmental, public health, and infrastructure questions across Maryland, D.C., and Virginia.
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- 1 dead, another in critical condition following shooting, Baltimore police say
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- 2 months ago
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- One person is dead and another is in critical condition following a shooting in Baltimore City, police said.
The shooting happened in the 4900 block of Reisterstown Road, police said. When they arrived around 6:23 p.m., police found two unidentified men with multiple gunshot wounds.
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- February 26th 2026: More USA Men's Hockey Team Fallout; Cuba Strikes Boat; Does Ferguson Have Vot...
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- 2 months ago
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- Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman. More fallout from the USA men's hockey team celebration after the win. Cuba strikes a boat killing a number of people on board. Does Ferguson have the vote for the redistricting map. Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich joined the show discussing the sewage spill, data centers & more. . Americans feel good individually bust say they feel that the country is going downhill. The shooter accused of attempted murder of a Maryland State Police Trooper was also possibly involved in a murder in Montgomery county. Brad Garrett Oof ABC News joined the show to discuss the latest in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie. 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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- C4 and Bryan Nehman react: US Men's Hockey Winter Olympic Win and Controversy
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- 2 months ago
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman react to Team USA’s Olympic hockey win and the controversy that followed — including the political firestorm involving Donald Trump.
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- Maryland House Minority Leader Del. Buckel questions Freedom Caucus tactics
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- 2 months ago
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- Maryland House Minority Leader Jason Buckel is pushing back on criticism from within his party. Members of the Maryland Freedom Caucus have expressed frustration with party leaders, accusing them of not doing enough to push the Republican agenda. Buckel spoke on the “T.J. Smith Show” Wednesday afternoon. He said the caucus has unrealistic expectations of what the party lawmakers can achieve in the minority.
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- T.J. Smith: Maryland House Minority Leader Del. Jason Buckel questions Freedom Caucus tactics
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- 2 months ago
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- Maryland House Minority Leader Jason Buckel is pushing back on criticism from within his party. Members of the Maryland Freedom Caucus have expressed frustration with party leaders, accusing them of not doing enough to push the Republican agenda. Buckel said the caucus has unrealistic expectations of what the party lawmakers can achieve in the minority.
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- Officials provide update on man arrested for shooting at Maryland state trooper
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- 2 months ago
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- Montgomery County police and Maryland officials hold press conference to provide update on the man arrested for shooting at a state trooper, who was also wanted for the fatal shooting of an 87-year-old man at an assisted living facility.
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- Man arrested in Montgomery County after shot fired at Maryland state trooper in Baltimore
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- 2 months ago
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- A Baltimore man arrested in Montgomery County is accused of firing a shot at a Maryland state trooper on Tuesday. He is also the suspect in a Valentine's Day shooting at an assisted living facility.
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- BCPS Superintendent Myriam Rogers explains how blueprint limits spending flexibility
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Myriam Rogers discussed the challenges of blueprint funding and declining enrollment, which are affecting the district's financial planning.
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- T.J. Smith: BCPS Superintendent Myriam Rogers explains how blueprint limits spending flexibility
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Myriam Rogers discusses the potential impact of budget cuts on class sizes and teacher positions, emphasizing the importance of quality instruction and community support.
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- February 25th 2026: Reaction To President Trump's State Of The Union Address; Andy Harris & Johnny O
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- 2 months ago
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- Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman. Reaction from last night's State of the Union address. Congressmen Andy Harris & Johnny O also joined the show to weigh in with their takes on last night as well. 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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- BPD: Man fatally shot by police after running, displaying firearm near officers
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- 2 months ago
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- A man with a gun was shot and killed by Baltimore police officers after running away and coming nearly face-to-face with another officer, officials said.
The 37-year-old man, who was pronounced dead at a hospital, was prohibited from owning a firearm and was known by officers, Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley said.
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- ‘No real path forward’: Rep. Olszewski criticizes Trump SOTU
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- 2 months ago
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- Maryland Congressman John Olszewski offered criticism of President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Wednesday morning, saying on the “C4 and Bryan Nehman” show that it lacked substance.
“There was no real path forward for, in my opinion, how we lower the affordability crisis, the cost of living crisis that’s grappling and crushing, grappling this country, that’s crushing Americans,” he said.
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- Rep. Olszewski criticizes Trump SOTU: 'No real path forward'
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- 2 months ago
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- Maryland Congressman John Olszewski offered criticism of President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Wednesday morning, saying on the "C4 and Bryan Nehman" show that it lacked substance.
"There was no real path forward for, in my opinion, how we lower the affordability crisis, the cost of living crisis that's grappling and crushing, grappling this country, that's crushing Americans," he said.
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- Andy Harris calls Trump’s speech a 'master class'
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Rep. Andy Harris shared his thoughts on President Donald Trump's State of the Union address with C4 and Bryan Nehman on Wednesday.
"I thought this speech was exactly what the president had to do," he said. "It was a masterclass in how to deliver a State of the Union address and what guests to have in the gallery."
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- Maryland Lawmakers React to President Trump’s State of the Union | Harris, Elfreth & Olszewski
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Members of Maryland’s congressional delegation share their reactions to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address.
In this video:
Congressman Andy Harris
Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth
Congressman Johnny Olszewski
Watch to hear their perspectives on the president’s speech and what it means for Maryland and the country.
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman React: Donald Trump's State of the Union
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- C4 and Bryan Nehman react to Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, breaking down the biggest moments, key policy announcements, and the political impact moving forward.
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- During Trump's State of the Union address, he clashed with Democrats over immigration enforcement
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- During President Trump's State of the Union address, he clashed with Democrats over immigration enforcement, leading to a bit of a shouting match.
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- Maryland State Police searching for suspect who shot at trooper during traffic stop
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The Maryland State Police are searching for a suspect who shot at a trooper during a traffic stop early Tuesday morning in Baltimore.
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- Angelette Aviles: When did showing up to State of the Union address become controversial?
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- As President Donald Trump prepares to deliver his State of the Union address, Maryland's delegation is split, with some members choosing to attend while others boycott.
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- Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming sues city over access to records
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming’s 43-page lawsuit alleges the mayor’s office deliberately withheld records she had subpoenaed on the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement.
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- John Minadakis of Jimmy's Seafood talks recent viral social media remarks regarding HuffPost
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- John Minadakis of Jimmy's Famous Seafood, joins the show after the restaurant’s viral social media response to a post from HuffPost during the Olympics.
Following Team USA’s emotional gold medal win, Jimmy’s fired off a three-word response that quickly spread across the country.
Minadakis explains the emotion behind the moment, saying:
