Fans have been harassing umpires and referees since the dawn of sports. But, refs say fan behavior is getting worse and sometimes even dangerous. Oftentimes, the worst offenders, refs say, are parents. In this episode of Open Record, Bryan Polcyn, Jenna Sachs and Amanda St. Hilaire take an in-depth look at why this is happening and what can be done to curb the issue. Plus, the Open Record team reveals what happens when a reporter misses a deadline.

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In this episode of Open Record, Amanda St. Hilaire returns. She joins Jenna Sachs and Bryan Polcyn to take an in-depth look at the child care dilemma in the state of Wisconsin including rising costs and fewer options for parents. Plus, the Open Record team reveals how they handle mean comments and why the comments Amanda and Jenna receive are different than the ones Bryan receives.

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In this episode of Open Record, Bryan Polcyn and Jenna Sachs are joined by guest host Producer Pete to discuss the flawed forensic science of bite mark analysis. The team takes an in-depth look at a Milwaukee homicide case that landed an innocent man in jail for 24 years. Plus, the team reveals how they keep their stories balanced.

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In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 WakeUp anchor Carl Deffenbaugh joins as guest host to discuss his whirlwind experience living on board a U.S. Navy ship for 27 hours. Plus, the Open Record team reveals the most surreal experience they've had as a journalist.

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