
Sam Kraemer
As a sixth-grade student in Franklin, my school chose me to ‘anchor’ our daily newscasts. At the time, I was excited for playground popularity, but I quickly realized that this would be my career moving forward. I’ve come to love the responsibility and search for truth that comes with journalism since then, and I’m excited to continue that work here at FOX6 — the station my family watched growing up here.
My journey back to Wisconsin opened my eyes to life outside the Midwest. After graduating from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Professional Journalism (Ski U Mah!), I began my career as a General Assignment Reporter at KNBN-TV in Rapid City, South Dakota, in 2016 before climbing the ranks to Weekend Anchor/Reporter and then Main Anchor. While there, I became one of the first reporters to enroll in wildland firefighter training, giving me unique access to the fire lines during some of the state’s most devastating fires. My reports also explored growth in South Dakota’s historic towns, in-depth look at crimes and more.
From there, I joined the staff at KOAA-TV in Colorado Springs, Colorado, as a Reporter and Fill-In Anchor in 2018. Life in that state, at the base of Pikes Peak, was incredible and working there was too. I spent an entire year reporting on the Kelsey Berreth case, from the missing person report to arrests and a high-profile murder trial, in addition to being. My work on the case was featured on an episode of Dateline. In addition, I was the station’s point-person on many natural disasters and shed light on growing pains related to public safety in one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities.
While I really enjoyed the West, there’s nothing quite like coming home to advance a career and be closer to friends and family. I joined the FOX6 team as a Multimedia Journalist in early 2020.
I’ve always been a news junkie, but outside of that, my support for the Packers, Bucks and Brewers has never wavered! You can always fine me catching a game. I also enjoy staying active, whether that’s working out, hitting the hiking trail or just going for a stroll along the Lakefront. I’m a fan of finding new restaurants, watching binge-worthy shows and a good podcast.
It’s been special to see so many areas of Milwaukee revitalize themselves from afar, and I’m excited to be part of that moving forward. If you have a story idea, feel free to contact me!
The latest from Sam Kraemer
Racine County child abuse: Emergency management head, wife charged
The head of Racine County's Office of Emergency Management is out of a job, and he and his wife are facing decades behind bars, accused of child abuse.
Wisconsin Supreme Court debate; abortion, redistricting discussed
Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates Janet Protasiewicz and Dan Kelly debated Tuesday ahead of the election, covering abortion and legislative maps.
Milwaukee attempted murder suspect's stepfather's house shot up
A Milwaukee man says a shooter targeted his house because his stepdaughter is wanted for attempted murder.
Rodgers to Jets? New York Packers bar owners have mixed feelings
Jets fans are excited for Aaron Rodgers, but the owners at a pair of Packers bars in New York have split feelings. One says good for him. The other says good riddance.
Wisconsin school officers mandated in high-crime buildings under bill
Schools that experience a high number of crimes would have to hire police officers and station them in their buildings with weapons under a Republican-authored bill the state Assembly passed Tuesday.
SVB collapse: Wisconsin Bankers Association stresses system is safe
The president and CEO of the Wisconsin Bankers Association said Wisconsin banks are safe. It all comes down to what the banks do with your money.
Milwaukee 16th and Lincoln shooting, woman shot 'in the back of her head'
Asiah Dennis was shot in the head inside her Milwaukee home on the city's south side. Her family is begging for help to catch whoever pulled the trigger.
Albuterol asthma drug shortage, Milwaukee pharmacy impacted
The FDA says a “rescue drug” may need its own rescue after identifying a shortage of a popular asthma medication, and the closure of an Illinois manufacturing plant may worsen the situation.
Bayshore collapse: Glendale mayor seeks inspection changes
The cause of the partial collapse of the Silver Spring Parking Garage will be determined by Bayshore's insurance company, but Glendale's mayor isn't waiting on the results to call for change.
New Berlin police shooting in Milwaukee, 2 hospitalized
A New Berlin police detective fired his weapon in Milwaukee Monday during an investigation into a stolen vehicle.