Open Record

The push to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine is on and while Wisconsin continues to hit positive milestones, there is a bit of a battle. Health officials across the state are working on equitable distribution and so far, the majority of vaccines in Milwaukee County have gone to white people. However, part of making sure there's equity in distribution is convincing people to get the vaccine in the first place. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators invite FOX6 reporter Angelica Sanchez on to talk about a recent story she did involving the Latino community. Her story stemmed from personal experiences and national studies that show Latinos are showing more skepticism about the COVID-19 vaccine than other groups. Angelica breaks down the numbers from the CDC regarding hospitalization and death rates among Latino COVID-19 patients. She also explains how public health leaders and medical experts are working to combat vaccine misinformation, especially in ethnic groups considered more at-risk. Angelica also talks about what she's hearing in the Latino community in our area. Plus, in today's Off the Record segment, the team tackles a hot-button issue: The thermostat setting in your house in winter. You'll hear how Amanda changed her tune about the temperature in her house, why Bryan brought his Mom into the conversation, and the temperature inside Angelica's house that made us gasp.

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The vaccine rollout in Wisconsin is accelerating. This, as the state inches its way toward the top of the national rankings in number of vaccines administered each day, after adjusting for population size. That's a dramatic shift from just a few weeks ago, when Wisconsin ranked nearly last. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators look into how the numbers made such a dramatic swing in a matter of days. You'll hear what those rankings mean for Wisconsin and its population. The team also talks about what's happening at the federal level to speed up vaccine distribution. Plus, you'll hear more about the COVID-19 mutations and variants. This week's Off the Record question has Amanda and Bryan revealing what's on top of their refrigerators.

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A lot of area restaurants have deals with delivery services to help get orders to customers. But does no deal mean no delivery? Plus, the pandemic prompting an eviction moratorium, but many renters say they're still in trouble and are having a hard time paying their landlord. Also, how many of you spend a lot of time sanitizing surfaces in an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus? In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators invite Contact 6's Jenna Sachs on to talk about some of the latest consumer issues affecting our viewers. You'll find out why some food delivery services get a bad rap and what prompted a protest outside a local real estate company. Also, Jenna finds out that testing surfaces for COVID-19 can actually give us information that's useful in a different way. Plus, the team brings back a segment we used to call the Dinner Party Question. Since we're not having many dinner parties these days, we've renamed it to Off the Record. In today's question, you'll learn about the team's shopping habits. Jenna bought 800 what? 11 months into the pandemic, you'll hear what Amanda recently purchased and Bryan did some sentimental shopping, sharing a story that'll warm your heart.

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Nearly one year into the COVID-19 pandemic and Wisconsin's legislature is still at odds over whether you should be required to wear a mask in public places. The mask mandate is just one of many issues up for debate in Madison. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators invite FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi on to talk about the politics of the pandemic. Jason explains how the legislature could end the mask mandate and why, despite the Senate Republicans vote to end the mandate, the Republican-led Assembly skipped taking a vote last week altogether. The team also explores what happens if the Assembly does eventually vote to end the mask mandate. They also look into Wisconsin's unemployment insurance system and how the pandemic exposed serious flaws in the program.

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A registered nurse is caught stealing pain medications meant for patients not once, but twice. So, why did the FOX6 Investigators find her still licensed and still working nearly four year later? In this episode of Open Record, Bryan Polcyn shares what he found in a recent investigation. Together, Bryan and Amanda St. Hilaire explain how a breakdown in the state agency responsible for monitoring health care professionals put patients in danger. Bryan shares the background of his recent FOX6 story. The team talks about what went wrong in original investigation of the nurse in question and just how big a problem drug diversion by health care professionals really is and the difference between addiction and diversion. We also hear what the Department of Safety and Professional Services has to say about the investigation. Plus, learn what other strategies are out there for dealing with addicted health care workers and protecting the public.

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This week, those 65 and older living in Wisconsin became eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. However, being eligible doesn't necessarily mean they're getting the shot. Many in that age group may have to wait weeks or even months to get the vaccine. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators dig into the latest COVID-19 vaccine news including the explanation into why there's a hold-up in distribution in our area. They also answer the question of what you need to know if you're 65 and older and not sure how you can get the vaccine. We also hear how other states are handling distribution and where we are in terms of dealing with COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin. The team also talks about the news of a virus mutation, concerns Wisconsin health officials have, and how it all affects you.

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We now have a new presidential administration following an historic Inauguration Day. In addition to the swearing-in ceremonies for President Biden and Vice President Harris, there were performances, speakers, events, and plenty of security. From D.C. to right here in Wisconsin, the National Guard, law enforcement, and elected officials took extra steps to make sure everyone stayed safe. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators invite FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi on to talk about Wednesday's Inauguration. Jason was in Madison Wednesday to cover security at the state capitol. He explains how we got here, including the riot in D.C. two weeks ago, and how the Inauguration Day itself unfolded. The team also talks about President Biden's first day in office. They also dig into what happens next for the new administration and how long we can expect increased security on both the national and state levels.

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Researchers around the world produced COVID-19 vaccines faster than anyone thought possible. However, getting that vaccine into human arms is proving to be a monumental challenge. More than 11 million Americans have now received at least one dose of the vaccine, but tracking data shows Wisconsin is lagging behind. In this edition of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators dig into how Wisconsin's vaccine rollout compares to other states across the country. They explain how the distribution process works, the 'choke points' in the system, and how phasing planning affects all of it. They also discuss when the general public can expect to get vaccinated and what that might look like.

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When you're pregnant, there's plenty of decision-making happening: Will I get an epidural during labor? How will I pay for day care? Will we find out if the baby is a boy or a girl? Pregnant health care workers on the front lines of COVID-19 are now the first in line to make a big decision with limited data: Should they get the COVID-19 vaccine? In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Amanda St. Hilaire explains her most recent story that focuses on pregnant health care workers and their decision to get (or not get) the COVID-19 vaccine. From past research to the reason pregnant women aren't included in a lot of medical trials, Amanda breaks down why there's very little research when it comes to how vaccines and drugs affect pregnant women. We also learn the recommendations for pregnant women coming from local experts and researchers across the country. Plus, how you can weigh the decision regarding the COVID-19 vaccine if you're pregnant and what the future of medical trials that include pregnant women look like.

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The police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha sparked protests and riots. The investigation into that shooting is now complete. That means hundreds of pages of records, squad car videos, and a hospital interview with Blake are now in the public domain. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators explain how the Blake case isn't the only case where investigative records are coming to public light. Bryan Polcyn and Amanda St. Hilaire discuss what we knew about the Blake case before the records came out and what we're finding out now. You'll also hear about what comes next as the records in these cases are made public.

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