WBAL-AM or branded as FM 101.5 or WBAL Newsradio 1090, is a news and talk radio channel that serves the audience of the Baltimore metropolitan area. The domestic audience has access to official streaming of the channel on the frequency of 1090 kHz on AM dial while it also facilitates a global audience with WebCasing. “Expect More” is the tagline which is used under the brand of the station.
The total power consumption of the WBAL Newsradio 1090 is estimated at around 50,000 watts. There is also a translator of the station which increases its coverage area by airing its shows over 101.5 MHz. Two other sibling station joins this network of broadcasters WIYY and WBAL-TV. Hearst Corporation owns and controls all of their assets.
The commercial radio channel started to serve the public since November 2, 1925. The A class station delivers the quality contents to its listeners which primarily consists of news updates and talk shows as well as local traffic and weather broadcasting, sports coverage, health, technology, entertainment, and the list goes on. Social media and official apps are also available for the public to connect with.