Open Record

If you've gone to any store or searched online since March, you know finding disinfecting wipes is nearly impossible. Why can't we find them? Demand for emergency shelter is up, approaching pre-COVID-19 levels, despite resources like rental assistance meant to keep people in their homes. How are Milwaukee shelters handling the influx of those who need housing? Plus, since the police shooting of Jacob Blake, the city of Kenosha has been fighting off cyber attacks. How do these 'hacktivism' acts affect websites in southeast Wisconsin? In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Contact 6 reporter Jenna Sachs on to talk about some of the top consumer issues Contact 6 has seen come in to the FOX6 newsroom. Jenna takes us behind the scenes on several of her recent stories and gives us the answers consumers are asking.

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Vice Presidential nominee Kamala Harris spent Labor Day in Milwaukee, her first visit on the ticket. During her visit, Harris spoke with the family of Jacob Blake, who was recently shot by a Kenosha police officer. Harris also toured an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers facility and later met with Black business leaders for a roundtable discussion. Part of her visit also included a 10-minute one-on-one interview with FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi. In this episode of Open Record, we hear that interview in its entirety. You'll hear topics covered from COVID-19 to the decision to not travel to Milwaukee for the DNC and the Kenosha police shooting of Jacob Blake.

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In the days following the Kenosha police shooting of Jacob Blake, there were protests, violence, finger pointing, and a community looking to heal. Also in the spotlight: The politics of police shootings. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators invite FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi on to talk about everything from a package of police reform bills proposed by Governor Evers to the most recent visits to Kenosha by President Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden. Jason also explains the responses coming from elected officials following the police shooting in Kenosha and a recent special session on police reform that ended without debates or votes.

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While many students in southeast Wisconsin begin the school year virtually, others are headed into the classroom to learn in a face-to-face setting. Safety is big concern for both students and staff, but Wisconsin health officials have told teachers to not wear N95 face masks to school this fall. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigators Bryan Polcyn and Amanda St. Hilaire explain why some teachers have a big issue with that and what one scientist at Duke University has to say about the advice. Bryan also digs into the situation happening in at least one local school district and why that district is telling teachers to leave the N95 masks at home, despite them being some of the most effective masks for stopping the spread of COVID-19. Bryan and Amanda talk about the reaction from Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and the state teacher's union. Plus, you'll hear more about a recent study that tested more than a dozen masks to find the most safe and effective at curbing the coronavirus.

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A police officer shot a Black man in the back seven times in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Amanda St. Hilaire and Bryan Polcyn talk to FOX6 reporter Bill Miston about sorting through the new information about the shooting, peaceful protests, overnight violence, citizen militias, and calls for systemic change surrounding police transparency and accountability.

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As we enter into the final day of the Democratic National Convention, what does all of it mean for November? Despite the DNC taking center stage, the GOP isn't silent this week. Trump's campaign is blitzing across the battleground state of Wisconsin. In this edition of Open Record, we invited FOX6 reporters Jason Calvi and Amy DuPont on the episode to talk about the reporting they've done this week on both the DNC and the Trump campaign events, respectively. Calvi breaks down some of the big events that have happened at the DNC over the last few days. He also talks about what IS happening in Milwaukee this week, despite so much of the DNC being virtual and pre-taped. DuPont explains the message the Trump campaign is bringing to Wisconsin this week from visits by President Trump, his son, and Vice President Mike Pence. The team also digs into the question of if conventions matter and what the big picture means for voters in November.

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A surge in Milwaukee homicides has prompted the return of a nationally-renowned approach to reducing violent crime. But what originally derailed the Milwaukee Homicide Review Commission? In this edition of Open Record, FOX6 Investigators Bryan Polcyn and Amanda St. Hilaire explain how a pair of college professors are bringing the MHRC back. You'll learn more about the job of the review commission and why the data they collect and analyze could help law enforcement, public health officials, and various community organizations look at the big picture and figure out why these crimes are happening. Bryan talks about how dozens of cities from Oakland to Baltimore have replicated this review process. You'll also learn what former Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn thinks of the commission and what impact recent turmoil within MPD could have on it.

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We all know the coronavirus has changed so much in our day-to-day lives and that includes our health care. Many people have shifted to seeing doctors and various specialists virtually. Telemedicine numbers have never been higher and experts say how we're treated by medical professionals could potentially be changed forever. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Amanda St. Hilaire shares a recent conversation she had with the medical director of Addiction Services at Ascension Wisconsin All Saints. David Galbis-Reig is also the president of the Wisconsin Society of Addiction Medicine. Amanda and David dive into an issue affecting everyone: How your health care has evolved in the era of COVID-19. One of the main topics of their conversation revolves around addiction -- from opioids to methadone.

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It appears as though COVID-19 has claimed another victim: Bucky Badger and the rest of the Big Ten Conference. Even as fall training camps get started, they may be practicing for a football season that isn't going to happen. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 Sports Director Tim Van Vooren on to talk about what we know right now about the news that's literally changing by the hour as it pertains to the Big Ten college football season. 10 of 12 university presidents in the Big 10 voted to postpone the season, while two others say they want to play as scheduled. Tim explains the benefits and challenges of each option and what the decision could mean for the Badgers, Camp Randall, and the fans. Plus, Tim offers a unique perspective as he navigates a career in sports journalism during a pandemic.

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The last hope for the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee is dashed as presidential candidate Joe Biden announces he will not come to Wisconsin to accept the party's nomination. This, as the pandemic continues to affect people and events across the country. In this episode of Open Record, the FOX6 Investigators invite FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi on the episode. Jason had a busy Wednesday, as DNC news continued to come in throughout the day. Jason explains what this week's announcements mean for both the DNC and the city of Milwaukee. You'll also learn what will be going on the week of the DNC, as no in-person events will happen. The team also talks about the impact this will have on Milwaukee businesses hoping for an economic boost. Plus, hear what Democratic leaders are saying about the talk that's already started about bringing the DNC back to Brew City in 2024.

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