Open Record

It's a FOX6 investigation that sparked change before it even went to air. Thousands of tax dollars poured into a school program -- but was it for the kids or a school leader's relationship? In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Amanda St. Hilaire explains how she came upon AVID and the Wauwatosa School District. Amanda breaks down what AVID is and why a seemingly conflict of interest raised red flags. You'll hear how the district responded, what the school board is doing about the issue, and what prompted Amanda to show up at a recent school board meeting.

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It's a case and trial getting national attention and now, the city of Kenosha and beyond is waiting for a verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators recap the case: Summarizing testimony, charges that were thrown out, and motions for a mistrial. The team also digs into the significance of this case and Rittenhouse's decision to take the stand in his own defense.

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The number of car thefts in Milwaukee has skyrocketed. Victims say it took weeks, even months, to recover from the crime. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators invite Contact 6's Jenna Sachs on the episode to talk about the city's latest epidemic. Jenna breaks down the spike in car thefts, which vehicles are being targeted, why police think it's happening, and how it's affected car theft victims. Jenna shares what FOX6 viewers told her about their experiences and takes listeners through the financial impact on the victims, police, and the city. In today's Off the Record question, the team shares a message for all to see.

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The tragedy surrounding the death of a 3-year-old boy didn't end when Milwaukee police discovered his body. It's what happened next that has magnified his grandparents' grief. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn digs into the background of the case, the search and discovery of Major Harris, and the death of his mother, Mallery Muenzenberger. The team talks about how Major's father, Carlton Harris, promised on live television to bury Major near the boy's mother, Mallery. Then changed his mind and had Major buried in Madison. Bryan also uncovers warrants for Carlton, breaks down what they're for, and explains why police haven't acted on them. The team also goes into what happens next for both families.

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FOX6's podcast, Open Record, was recently awarded a National Edward R. Murrow Award. This week, FOX6 Investigator Amanda St. Hilaire traveled to New York City to attend a gala and accept the award on behalf of FOX6. In today's episode of Open Record, the team airs an encore of an episode that was first recorded and published back in March 2020. Portions of that podcast were part of the entry for the award. The COVID-19 Rebels was the first podcast we recorded during the pandemic.

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The fields are empty, no one is in the stands, and dozens of games have been canceled. You might think COVID-19 is to blame, but that isn't the case. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators invite FOX6 anchor Ben Handelman on to talk about the severe high school ref shortage. Ben's recent investigation into the crisis uncovered the underlying issue and how long the problem has been brewing. Ben explains the impact of the ref shortage and what could happen if nothing is done. The team also talks about possible solutions. In today's Off the Record segment, the team talks about their fears (irrational and otherwise).

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The Wisconsin Court System logged more than 81 million Zoom minutes over the last year and more than two million people have taken part in Zoom court appearances. The pandemic prompted one of the most profound technological transformations in the history of American justice, but now what? In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators and Contact 6 explore the future of Zoom the courtroom. Contact 6's Jenna Sachs digs into what she found in conversations with state and local officials about the pros and cons of keeping Zoom court hearings. FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn explores the concerns of staffing issues in the courtroom. How could that impact plans for a virtual court in Milwaukee? In this episode's Off the Record segment, the team takes a look in the mirror. What is their favorite thing about themselves?

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How much do you know about open records? What can records show us and how do you file an open records request? In this episode of Open Record, our FOX6 investigators invite open records attorney Tom Kamenick on the podcast to give listeners a crash course about open records. Kamenick, founder of the law firm 'The Wisconsin Transparency Project,' helps explain the process of filing a request and some of the most misunderstood aspects of the law. In today's 'Off the Record' segment, the team tackles a spooky topic: Halloween candy. Do your favorite (and least favorite) sweets fall in line with the I-Team?

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Medical spas are booming across Wisconsin, but are safety regulations keeping up? In today's episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators expose a gap in state law that could allow unlicensed providers to perform medical procedures without a doctor in sight. Bryan Polcyn digs into his latest investigation and explains how he ended up researching the medical spa industry in the first place. What do the experts say about the loophole in the law? What happened when the FOX6 Investigators sent in a hidden camera to one appointment? Bryan also breaks down what happens next for the industry. In today's Off the Record segment, the team answers a question that seems simple and silly, but prompted an insightful chat that had them in stitches.

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As COVID-19 cases surge in southeast Wisconsin, demand for testing has skyrocketed. Some test sites are busier than they've ever been, while some can't keep tests in stock. Plus, Wisconsin is holding on to hundreds of millions of dollars and it belongs to you. In today's episode of Open Record, Contact 6's Jenna Sachs talks about two consumer issues in the headlines. Jenna will explain the demand at local COVID-19 testing sites, and what people will encounter trying to get one. She also talks about the state's unclaimed property. Where does it come from and how can you find out if you're owed money? In today's Off the Record segment, we call out some of our favorite people who are habitually late.

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