Baltimore Radio: WBAL-AM Adds FM-Translator Simulcast

Newsradio WBAL 1090 AM in Blatimore has launched an FM simulcast on translator W268BA FM 101.5.

“While WBAL Radio will continue to serve Maryland at 1090AM with our powerful 50,000 watt signal, our new FM signal at 101.5 is a monumental advancement for the region’s most influential radio station,” according to Cary Pahigian, the station’s President and General Manager. “FM 101.5, along with our popular mobile app, will help WBAL connect with significantly more listeners. WBAL is now available on every available broadcast, mobile and digital platform.”

W268BA 101.5 FM (50 watts) Red=60dBu Coverage Area

WBAL will continue to be carried on WIYY 97.9 FM HD2. Listeners can also hear the station’s programming on WBAL.com, the WBAL mobile app, Amazon Alexa, Google Home and TuneIn.com.

Founded in 1925, WBAL is among the nation’s most honored news radio stations. It’s received several regional Edward R. Murrow awards, and three national Murrow awards for its news coverage. Since 1935, WBAL has been owned by Hearst.

WBAL 1090 AM (50 Kw, DA-N) Red=Daytime 2 mV/m contour

Hearst Television owns and operates local television and radio stations. Including WBAL, 98 Rock and WBAL-TV 11, its stations serve 26 markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households.