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E317: She Bolts May 02, 2024

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When a 9-year-old girl ran away from school for the second time, her parents called FOX6 Investigators for help. Experts say it's not bad behavior. It's autism. Nearly half of children with autism elope, meaning they wander or run away. Some meet with tragic consequences. This week on Open Record, we explore what parents can do to get their child's school to prevent "bolting."

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E316: The Art of Imitation Apr 25, 2024

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One woman loses her entire savings after falling victim to a scam and learns much of her lost money was taxable. Plus, another woman is out nearly $50,000 after making a major purchase online. She thought the seller was in Wisconsin, but it turns out, the address was being spoofed. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Contact 6's Jenna Sachs on to talk about two of the latest consumer issues to hit the FOX6 inbox.

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E315: Broken Trust Apr 18, 2024

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It's been more than three years since prosecutors charged George Ramsey with sexually exploiting three of his former mental health clients. Now, a jury has found the former Milwaukee therapist guilty of sexually exploiting one of those female clients. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn breaks down the long-delayed Ramsey trial, the crucial piece of evidence, and what one victim is saying now that Ramsey is finally back in jail.

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E314: The Magic of Music Apr 11, 2024

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Make-a-Wish Wisconsin is celebrating 40 years and marking a major milestone by granting their 8,000th wish. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 anchor and reporter Carl Deffenbaugh on to talk about how the magic of music was able to give one teen the chance of a lifetime. Carl shares Lulu Altman's story of managing a debilitating diagnosis and the lead-up to performing on stage with the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra. You'll also hear from Make-a-Wish Wisconsin's President and CEO, Patti Gorsky. Patti talks about the history of Make-a-Wish, the logistics of making wishes happen, and what the future holds for the organization.

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E313: The Race is On Apr 04, 2024

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From the presidential primary to dozens of school referendums, voters hit the polls April 2 to cast their ballots. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn and FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi break down the numbers and results. They explain what it all means for people living in Wisconsin.

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E312: In-Person Influence Mar 28, 2024

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When it comes to Presidential campaigns, the Badger State is a must visit -- a battleground that can make or break a candidate. But do campaign visits really influence voter behavior? On this week's episode of Open Record, we are joined by Christopher Devine, author of a new book on the impact of campaign visits and why his research shows they usually don't work.

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E311: Utter Disregard Mar 21, 2024

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It's against the law to drive without a valid license in Wisconsin. But it's almost never a crime, no matter how many times you get caught. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn explains the loophole in state law that allows dangerous drivers to keep on driving, putting you and your family at risk.

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E310: Sight Unseen Mar 14, 2024

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Whether it's daily words of wisdom coming from an unexpected place or defying expectations, you never know when or where you'll find that spark. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 anchor and reporter Carl Deffenbaugh on to talk about two recent feature stories that have one thing in common: Inspiration comes from a place where feeling matters more than seeing.

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E309: The Unscheduled Interview Mar 07, 2024

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In the news business, much of what we do revolves around scheduled interviews where a reporter asks the questions and an interviewee shares information, insight, and reaction. But not everyone we want to interview for the news wants to be interviewed. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigators Bryan Polcyn and Amanda St. Hilaire talk about how and why we sometimes resort to showing up, unscheduled, and asking tough questions anyway.

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E308: Something Shady Feb 29, 2024

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A Waukesha solar installation company closes and leaves customers with unfulfilled contracts. Now, the FBI is investigating that company for fraud. Plus, $4,000 went missing from a West Allis safe deposit box. Contact 6 steps in and helps solve the money mystery. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Contact 6's Jenna Sachs on the episode to talk about two of the latest consumer issues to hit the Contact 6 inbox.

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