Open Record

Thieves are targeting your mail and one woman says a personal check she wrote was cashed by a man she'd never met. What is the post office doing about a string of crimes against letter carriers? In this week's Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 reporter Bill Miston on to talk about the latest crime ring where postal workers are robbed on the route. Bill explains arrow keys and why thieves are after them. Plus, Bill shares one woman's story after she was a victim of the acetone-washed checks. You'll hear that victim's message to the thieves.

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Shared revenue dates back more than 100 years in Wisconsin. What is shared revenue and why do we have it? What's driving the current proposal to boost it for the first time in years? In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites a pair of experts on to explain it all and help break down some of the issues in place in order for Milwaukee to get more money to avert a financial crisis.

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Auto repossessions are expected to climb this year now that consumers no longer benefit from more lenient leaders and stimulus programs. But car owners in Wisconsin do have some important rights. Plus, one man can't enjoy the Milwaukee RiverWalk to the fullest because of mechanical malfunctions. Contact 6 discovered improvements are on the way. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Contact 6's Jenna Sachs on to talk about two recent consumer issues to hit the FOX6 inbox.

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A local man applied and gained acceptance into the Milwaukee Fire Department's cadet program. The program is a pipeline to employment within the department. But two days before the start of training, he lost his spot -- and now, the family says the program should change. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 reporter Sam Kraemer on to talk about this story Sam recently shared on FOX6. Sam explains how this issue got on his radar and the work he did to dig into the complaint and the data. We learn what the Milwaukee Fire & Police Commission and MFD Chief Aaron Lipski have to say about the application process and the program.

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What started as mere headaches escalated into a 2-year medical battle for a member of the FOX6 News team. On this week's episode of Open Record, FOX6 WakeUp News anchor Suzanne Spencer opens up about her brain surgeries, her brand new baby, and a mysterious sagging eye lid that threatened to keep her out of the public eye.

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Progressives won control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court in Tuesday's election. In today's episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi on to talk about what the April 4 results mean for the future of Wisconsin politics and how daily life could change. Jason explains how Janet Protasiewicz won over Dan Kelly. We also learn what Protasiewicz's win means for issues likely to come before the court. Bryan and Jason also break down results of the other big races and issues in Wisconsin.

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Milwaukee officials have efforts in place to curb reckless driving, but some of the city's worst offenders aren't getting the message. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn digs into his latest investigation into Milwaukee's most dangerous drivers and why they face little to no consequences until it's too late. Bryan explains what is and isn't being done to stop the problem and why reckless driving continues to plague Milwaukee's streets.

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Did you know there's a way to get money from the Wisconsin Lottery without ever buying a ticket? If you own a home in Wisconsin, you're likely entitled to a couple hundred dollars every year. Plus, a Hartland mom is frustrated and confused after a health clinic's error involving her son and expired vaccines. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Contact 6's Jenna Sachs on to talk about two consumer issues she recently looked into after they came to the FOX6 inbox. Jenna explains the WI lottery credit that helps pay homeowner property taxes. You'll also hear about one mother's concern after finding out some of her son's prior vaccinations were expired when he got them. Jenna shares the health clinic's response and what, if any, implications this could have on the young boy.

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After weeks of speculation, Aaron Rodgers breaks his silence on his future with the Green Bay Packers. The 4-time NFL MVP says the Packers pushed him out and now, he plans to play somewhere else. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 Sports Director Tim Van Vooren on to talk all things Rodgers. Tim explains what still needs to happen to make Rodgers' move to the New York Jets a done deal. We hear how Rodgers and the Packers got to this point in trade talks and what happens next. Plus, Tim reflects on Rodgers' greatest moments as Packers QB and what the future might look like for Jordan Love.

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Consumers expect to find Airbnb rentals in the Wisconsin Dells, Door County and in northern Wisconsin. But, when it comes to city neighborhoods, what are the rules? Plus, they can’t work, have little money to fall back on, and are waiting months for the approval of claims that could put a roof over their heads. In this episode of Open Record, Contact 6's Jenna Sachs explains the delays and how it impacts some of the state's most vulnerable. Jenna also breaks down who is and isn't protected by Wisconsin law when it comes to short-term rentals.

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