WBFF/FOX 45, WJLA and The Baltimore Sun Announce Expansion of ‘Spotlight on Maryland’ Investigative Journalism Initiative

BALTIMORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- WBFF/FOX 45, WJLA and The Baltimore Sun are proud to announce an expansion of “Spotlight on Maryland,” an investigative team dedicated to impactful and accountability reporting across the state. This collaboration will bring up to 20 additional investigative reporters to multiple platforms, significantly expanding coverage of critical issues that impact the citizens of Maryland and providing unmatched, comprehensive and powerful investigative reporting that you won’t find anywhere else.

This partnership will also utilize the investigative resources of WJLA in Washington, DC to provide coverage of significant and impactful stories from Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties and across the state of Maryland. “Spotlight on Maryland” aims to be the go-to source for accountability journalism.

With WBFF’s commitment to hard-hitting award-winning journalism, plus WJLA’s dedication to dig deeper into issues important to communities across Maryland, and The Baltimore Sun’s legacy of investigative reporting excellence, the “Spotlight on Maryland” investigative team will continue to focus on in-depth investigations that shine a light on topics such as government oversight, corruption, wasteful spending and lack of transparency. With investigative reporting more crucial than ever, this expansion of “Spotlight on Maryland” will bolster state-wide coverage, making impactful and meaningful journalism more accessible to the public.

“Through this expansion of investigative reporting, we are reinforcing our commitment to delivering impactful journalism that drives change across the state,” said Scott Livingston, SVP of News for Sinclair “This partnership ensures that vital stories affecting Marylanders receive the attention they deserve from the largest team of investigative reporters in the region.”

“Spotlight on Maryland” investigations will be available across multimedia platforms; social, digital, broadcast and print, ensuring accessibility and widespread reach.

“This expansion strengthens our ability to uncover the truth and hold those in power accountable,” said Trif Alatzas, The Baltimore Sun’s Publisher and Editor-in-Chief. “By combining the investigative expertise of The Baltimore Sun with FOX 45’s commitment to in-depth journalism, we’re ensuring that Marylanders have access to the critical reporting they need to stay informed and engaged.”

About Sinclair:

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD/ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

About The Baltimore Sun:

Founded in 1837, The Baltimore Sun is Maryland’s leading news source, dedicated to delivering in-depth reporting on the issues that matter most to Marylanders. With a legacy of award-winning journalism including 16 Pulitzer Prizes, The Sun remains committed to fostering civic awareness, accountability, and engagement through rigorous investigative reporting and community-focused coverage.

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Media contacts:

Sinclair: Jessica Bellucci, jbellucci-c@sbgtv.com

The Baltimore Sun: Arielle Insel, ainsel@baltsun.com

Source: Sinclair, Inc.