Milwaukee's 55th Juneteenth is nation's longest-running; "American history"

This week on Open Record, FOX6's Bryan Polcyn and Bria Jones talk to organizers of Milwaukee's 55th Juneteenth celebration, who say it is "not just Black history, it's American history."

Milwaukee's 55th Juneteenth is nation's longest-running
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This week on Open Record, FOX6's Bryan Polcyn and Bria Jones talk to organizers of Milwaukee's 55th Juneteenth celebration, who say it is "not just Black history, it's American history."

Summerfest returns; Garth Brooks stoked for 'rock & roll amusement park'

On this week's episode of Open Record, the Vice President of Entertainment for Summerfest explains how they snagged Garth Brooks for the 58th running of the World's Largest Music Festival.

Summerfest: Behind the scenes | Open Record
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On this week's episode of Open Record, the Vice President of Entertainment for Summerfest tells the story of how they snagged the country rock legend as we preview the 58th running of the World's Largest Music Festival.

'Cold cap' chemo treatment saves hair, insurance coverage uneven

A relatively new cold therapy treatment is helping people protect their hair from chemotherapy drugs. One woman said her insurance would not cover it.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Former Bucks exec, USMNT defender talk Wisconsin roots

FOX6's Carl Deffenbaugh and Bryan Polcyn talk to Green Bay native and former US Men's National Team defenseman Jay DeMerit ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

FIFA World Cup 2026™: Former Bucks exec, USMNT defender talk WI roots
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FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature a newly-expanded field of 48 countries competing in 104 matches, all broadcast on FOX and FS1. In this week's episode, Carl and Bryan talk to Green Bay native and former US Men's National Team defenseman Jay DeMerit. They also catch up with Raj Saha, former GM of the Milwaukee Bucks arena, Fiserv Forum, now a key executive helping 16 stadiums in 3 countries prepare for the biggest sports tournament in the world.

Rescued Ridglan Farms beagles adjust to life beyond the cage

As rescues and shelters near the end of their mission to remove beagles from Ridglan Farms, some of the dogs are already adapting to new homes.

Ridglan Farms beagles arrive in southeast Wisconsin
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As rescues and shelters near the end of their mission to remove 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms, some of the newly freed dogs are already adapting to new homes. 

Milwaukee street takeovers surge; leaders brace for summer: Open Record

FOX6 Open Record breaks down what street takeovers really look like on the ground, how social media is fueling their growth, and the troubling criminal elements now tied to some of the key suspects.

Milwaukee street takeovers surging; troubling criminal elements
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Street takeovers are surging across Milwaukee—and they’re becoming more dangerous, more coordinated, and harder to stop. In this episode of Open Record, Bryan Polcyn and Bill Miston break down what these chaotic events really look like on the ground, how social media is fueling their growth, and the troubling criminal elements now tied to some of the key suspects. 

Ridglan Farms beagles freed: Open Record
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Hundreds of Ridglan Farms beagles born into confinement and destined for science labs are getting a second chance at life. Two large non-profit animal welfare organizations announced Thursday, April 30th, that they inked a deal to purchase 1,500 beagles from the Dane County breeder. 

Open Record: Take Shelter Now

This week on Open Record, FOX6's Carl Deffenbaugh and Bryan Polcyn ask FOX6 Weather Expert Rob Haswell how weather warnings have changed and why you should never rely on sirens alone.

Open Record: Take Shelter Now
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Severe weather awareness week has more than lived up to its name as southeastern Wisconsin has been bombarded by repeated rounds of dangerous storms, tornadoes and flooding. This week on Open Record, Carl and Bryan ask FOX6 Weather Expert Rob Haswell how weather warnings have changed and why you should never rely on sirens alone. 

Open Record: Up For Grabs

On this week's episode of Open Record, FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi joins Carl and Bryan to explain why liberal-backed Justices will control the court for at least the next 4 years.

Open Record: Up For Grabs
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The Wisconsin Supreme Court continues its hard left turn as another liberal-backed candidate cruises to victory. Judge Chris Taylor will soon join the majority after a landslide win in the 2026 Spring Election. On this week's episode of Open Record, FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi joins Carl and Bryan to explain why liberal-backed Justices will control the court for at least the next 4 years — and likely beyond. 

Open Record: The Bond of Brothers

Oasiz Wiesblatt is a center for the Milwaukee Admirals, one of four hockey-playing brothers who stand out for more than just their skills on the ice. They are CODAs -- children of deaf adults. On this episode of Open Record, FOX6's Bryan Polcyn and Carl Deffenbaugh detail Wiesblatt's remarkable story.

Open Record: The Bond of Brothers
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Oasiz Wiesblatt is a center for the Milwaukee Admirals, one of four hockey-playing brothers who stand out for more than just their skills on the ice. They are CODAs -- children of deaf adults. On this episode of Open Record, FOX6's Bryan Polcyn and Carl Deffenbaugh detail Wiesblatt's remarkable story.