Wells Fargo clerical error led to $4K missing from safe deposit box

A Wells Fargo clerical error is to blame for $4,000 going missing from a man's West Allis safe deposit box. Contact 6 got him a full refund.

Save on Valentine's Day flowers; how you place order makes difference

The National Retail Federation says consumers plan to spend around $186 per person on Valentine's Day. For shoppers looking to save money, how they place the order can make a big difference.

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For shoppers looking to save money, how they place the order can make a big difference.

Wisconsin woman suspects odometer fraud after seeing Contact 6 report

A Bristol woman says her newly purchased car has been nothing but trouble. After seeing a report on FOX6 News, she made a startling discovery.

Wisconsin woman suspects odometer fraud
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A Bristol woman says her newly purchased car has been nothing but trouble. After seeing a report on FOX6 News, she made a startling discovery.

State Farm hail damage assessments, Wisconsin homeowners frustrated

Washington County homeowners are frustrated with State Farm as assessments for hail damage after a 2023 storm conflict with contractors.

Hail damage assessments frustrate homeowners
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Washington County homeowners are frustrated with State Farm as assessments for hail damage after a 2023 storm conflict with contractors.

Man finds $4,000 missing from safe deposit box
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A West Allis man thought his money was safe in a bank. Then, he discovered $4,000 missing.

Open Record: Potholes and Propane

Contact 6's Jenna Sachs explains two consumer issues in the FOX6 inbox: Fixing potholes in Milwaukee alleyways and how to properly dispose of portable propane tanks.

Contact 6 helps consumers save a record $676,000 in 2023

When people ask Contact 6 for help, it’s not always about the money. It’s about ending frustration and, in some cases, easing heartache.

Contact 6 looks into the 'right to repair'
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When your phone or computer breaks, often your only options are to use the manufacturer?s preferred repair service or buy a whole new product. But as Contact 6's Jenna Sachs reports, change could be on the way.

Rolled back odometers: 28K Wisconsin vehicles have them, Carfax says

Carfax estimates there are 2.1 million vehicles nationwide with rolled back odometers. It invited Contact 6 to watch how easily it’s done.

28K WI vehicles have rolled back odometers
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When buying a used car, it?s important to know the mileage. Sadly, consumers can?t always trust the number on the odometer.

Recycling small gas cylinders; consumers want more options

Retailers sell millions of them per year. If you toss them in the trash, you risk a fire. Contact 6 looks into the propane cylinder disposal problem in southeast Wisconsin.

Alley potholes, woman wants concrete replaced
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Milwaukee has more than 400 miles of alleys. Neighbors face an uphill battle advocating for their alley to be chosen for replacement.

Milwaukee alley potholes; woman wants concrete surface replaced

Milwaukee has more than 400 miles of alleys. Only a small fraction get replaced in any given year. Neighbors face an uphill battle advocating for their alley to be chosen.