T.J. Smith

T.J. Smith

T.J. Smith is a familiar voice to the WBAL audience, serving as spokesperson for the Baltimore City Police Department from 2015 to 2018.

  1. 6월 25일

    June 25th, 2026: Maryland Primary Takeaways, Smoke Shops, Crime, and the Fight Over Baltimore’s Neighborhoods

    Join the conversation with TJ Smith. This episode breaks down the aftermath of Maryland’s primary elections, with a close look at the results in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and the governor’s race. The conversation explores why some outcomes were surprising, what they may signal about voter priorities, and how party affiliation continues to shape election results across the state. The discussion also highlights the role of independent voters, the limits of the general election in Maryland, and the tension between philosophy and party label. Through caller reactions and on-air analysis, the episode examines what these results could mean for the political future of the city and state. Additionally, the episode shifts into a wide-ranging public safety conversation centered on Baltimore’s smoke shop problem, juvenile crime, and the need for stronger enforcement. The host and callers debate zoning, licensing, and whether regulators are moving fast enough to curb the proliferation of smoke shops, which are described as a growing neighborhood issue. From there, the conversation moves into juvenile justice, police staffing, and violence reduction efforts in Baltimore. The episode weighs punishment, rehabilitation, community pressure, and the need for more boots on the ground, while also questioning whether current systems are equipped to deal with recurring crime and quality-of-life problems. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

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T.J. Smith is a familiar voice to the WBAL audience, serving as spokesperson for the Baltimore City Police Department from 2015 to 2018.

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