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S E287: Here's the Pitch Sep 21, 2023

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There's a long and expensive list of repairs needed at American Family Field. This week, the state's Republican Legislature laid out their funding plan for the Brewers. Will the $600M public financing plan to fix the field also ensure the team plays baseball in Milwaukee for another quarter of a century? In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi on to talk about this big pitch. Jason explains what's in the proposal, what it means for taxpayers, and how we got here in the first place.

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S E286: Beyond the Limit Sep 14, 2023

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A shortage of psychiatric beds lands Wisconsin's mental health system in court. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn explains how an explosion in court-ordered treatment is pushing state mental hospitals beyond the limit. Bryan explains how a local felony court case is exposing a larger problem with mental health care in Wisconsin.

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S E285: Season of Love Sep 07, 2023

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The Green Bay Packers are ready to hit the field in the regular season with Jordan Love leading the team. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 Sports Director Tim Van Vooren and FOX6 sports reporter Lily Zhao on to talk about the green and gold just days before the team opens up its 2023 season. How does Love and the offense look heading into the game against rival Bears? What are the expectations for the team? Tim and Lily break down what fans could see from the Packers this season.

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S E284: No Sure Thing Aug 31, 2023

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A trip to the Wisconsin Dells takes a sharp detour for one family. You'll hear why the family blames their travel agent. Plus, there's a new financial hit on people who own cars thieves are targeting. 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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S E283: The Contenders Aug 24, 2023

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Eight Republican candidates for president take the stage at Fiserv Forum and none of them named Donald Trump. As the former president sits out of the first debate of the 2024 election, his rivals squared off in Milwaukee. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Marquette University Law School's Charles Franklin and FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi on to talk about the August 23 debate. From the stand-out moments to the topics discussed, you'll hear insight into which candidates seemed to come out on top and which ones might face a greater climb as the clock ticks toward the next debate.

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S E282: Selection Season Aug 17, 2023

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All eyes are on Milwaukee as it gets set to host the first presidential debate at Fiserv Forum. In this episode of Open Record, we're talking politics. FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Marquette Law School Lubar Fellow Craig Gilbert on to talk about how important Wisconsin is to presidential politics. Craig explains how Republican candidates are preparing for next week's debate and the chances that frontrunner Donald Trump travels to Milwaukee. You'll also hear how the debate format will affect the candidates and audience.

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S E281: The Comeback Crane Aug 10, 2023

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One of the most endangered bird species in the world calls Wisconsin home, but it wasn't always this way. Now, Wisconsin has a vital role in bringing back the whooping crane. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 Weather Expert Eric Manges on to talk about Eric's latest report about one of America's first endangered species. Eric explains what makes whooping cranes unique and how they were nearly extinct decades ago. You'll also learn about two grad students who decided something needed to be done to save the whooping crane population and the work that's being done today to help the crane population thrive.

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S E280: Always Watching Aug 03, 2023

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A new form of high-tech government surveillance is rapidly spreading across the country. But when it comes to tracking criminals, how far is too far? In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn talks about his latest FOX6 Investigation about Flock Safety Security Cameras. Bryan explains what they are, how they work, and why privacy advocates are beginning to sound the alarm.

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S E279: Not My Fault Jul 27, 2023

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A section of parking garage collapsed at Bayshore back in February, crushing several cars. No one was hurt, but four months later, one woman is still waiting for someone to take responsibility. Plus, an insurance mix-up after a man says he got medical bills and a collection notice for an ambulance ride he says he never took. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites Contact 6's Jenna Sachs on to talk about two recent consumer issues that came to the Contact 6 inbox.

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S E278: Burned Out Jul 20, 2023

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The suicide rates among firefighters is a national battle and has become personal for one now-retired Milwaukee firefighter. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 reporter and anchor Suzanne Spencer on to talk about a recent story she shared of one man who is using his voice and experiences to encourage other first responders to ask for help.

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