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E307: Private Lessons Feb 22, 2024

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An April trial date is set for the former Oak Creek teacher accused of sexually assaulting a student. 22-year-old Rachel Goodle has pleaded not guilty to charges of second degree sexual assault of a child and sex assault of a student by school staff. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 reporter Sam Kraemer on to talk about the case and more specifically, the open records request Sam made. Sam shares what FOX6 found in the investigation report and school surveillance video once that request was fulfilled. You'll also hear about that former teacher's efforts to block you from seeing what she's accused of doing.

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E306: The Magician Feb 15, 2024

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FOX6 editor Dave Michuda was recently one of six local television journalists inducted into the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences 'Silver Circle.' It's an honor given to television journalists who have excelled at their craft for more than 25 years in the profession. In this episode of Open Record, we bring Dave on to talk about his extensive career in broadcast journalism, what it's like to be a video editor at FOX6, and the incredible story for which Dave had a front row seat before he ever came to FOX6.

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E305: Part of the Job Feb 08, 2024

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Over the last several years, police body-worn cameras have gone from non-existent in Wisconsin to widespread use. With that increased usage comes a surge in public requests for those videos to be released under the public records law. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigators Bryan Polcyn and Amanda St. Hilaire talk about something that's transformed the world of policing: body cameras. They invited Tom Kamenick, President and Founder of the Wisconsin Transparency Project, and Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt, President of the Badger State Sheriff's Association on the episode. The group talks about the time it takes to prepare the videos and how police now want to be able to charge for that prep if it involves redactions. We also hear about the issue from Kamenik, an expert in open records law.

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E304: The Mismatch Feb 01, 2024

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Milwaukee County needs foster parents, but matching kids with families who speak the same language is a challenge. Now, there's a renewed push to recruit more Spanish-speaking foster families. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 reporter Darronte Matthews on to talk about the foster program through Children's Wisconsin. We also learn more about the foster system as a whole, including the application process, training, and expectations.

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E303: Uninhabitable Jan 25, 2024

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A Milwaukee landlord accuses a former tenant of trashing his rental property. It's a claim he made after two young children were poisoned in his house. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn explains the story of a home so dangerous, the city of Milwaukee ordered everyone out. Bryan explains how that landlord seemingly cashed in after collecting an insurance check and forced his poverty-stricken former tenant to pay it back.

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E302: Potholes and Propane Jan 18, 2024

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Milwaukee has more than 400 miles of alleys and only a small fraction get replaced in any given year. What happens when neighbors need to advocate for their alley and why is it such an uphill battle? Plus, they're convenient and easy to use, but if you toss them in the trash, you risk starting a fire. Why is disposing of small propane tanks a problem? In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Contact 6's Jenna Sachs on to talk about two consumer issues impacting our viewers: Potholes and propane tanks.

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E301: One Will Be Appointed Jan 11, 2024

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State lawmakers and Governor Evers recently approved a boost in pay for both prosecutors and public defenders. But, criminal defendants in some Wisconsin counties are still sitting in jail for months without a lawyer. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn digs into the question of, 'how long is too long?' for defendants to sit in jail without representation. It's all part of Bryan's latest investigation into the criminal justice system and a class action lawsuit that takes aim at Wisconsin's public defense system.

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E300: The CurderBurger Jan 04, 2024

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It's one of the biggest buzz-worthy moments to happen to any national restaurant chain in recent memory. The thought of eating one might sound as ridiculous as the decision to create it. Did you know Culver's CurderBurger was never meant to be a real menu item? In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 anchor and reporter Ben Handelman on to talk about what prompted the company to eventually turn a joke into reality. Ben explains why he was interested in the burger and what he found out when he visited Culver's headquarters in Sauk City, Wisconsin.

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S E299: Range Anxiety Dec 21, 2023

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It's a problem so prevalent among electric car drivers that it has its own phrase. 'Range anxiety' is the feeling you may be left stranded without a place to plug in your electric car. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 anchor and reporter Ben Handelman on to talk about the challenge electric vehicle drivers face in Wisconsin. Ben explains why an old state law is threatening Wisconsin's plan to solve the lack of high-speed electric chargers.

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S E298: Isolation Epidemic Dec 14, 2023

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There's an epidemic in this country impacting people of all ages and backgrounds. The U.S. Surgeon General says loneliness is taking years off lives. The feelings of isolation and insignificance are more than just a passing thought. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 reporter Ashley Sears on to talk about her latest story about the loneliness epidemic. Ashley introduces us to several groups of people who are working to combat those feelings of isolation. Bryan and Ashley also dig deeper into why younger people are most impacted by the epidemic.

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