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'
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.
Contact 6’s top 6 complaints in 2023; from contractors to auto shops
From nightmare home improvements to medical billing mishaps, more than 800 unhappy consumers wrote to Contact 6 in 2023.
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
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
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.
Store return roundup
Many of us are busy shopping for the perfect holiday gifts. But what happens if what you give (or get) isn’t quite right?
2023 Contact 6 Year in Review
Hundreds of people say Contact 6 brought them relief in 2023. Here's a look at some of their stories.
Muskego home rental scam, family must find new home
A family living in Muskego said they could soon be homeless after an apparent home rental scam. They are facing eviction as authorities investigate.
Contact 6 helps consumers save $34K in November
Contact 6 helped viewers save more than $34,000 in November, assisting with medical billing problems, refrigerator repairs and more.
Cemetery refund; Contact 6 helps family get more money returned
One family was aware of their parents’ plans, yet ran into an unusual problem. Contact 6 helped them sort it out.
Contact 6 helps consumers save $77K in October
An error made during a stressful moment resulted in Barbara Saliek-Shaffer getting a bill for $1,900.
Contact 6 helps consumers save $77,000 in October
An error made during a stressful moment resulted in Barbara Saliek-Shaffer getting a bill for $1,900.
Contact 6 helps resolve storm damage claim
Since the summer, Christina Brockhaus in Jackson has weathered two storms. The first, with hail and wind. The second, with her insurance adjusters.
Contact 6 helps resolve storm damage claim, surpasses $500K in 2023
Since the summer, Christina Brockhaus in Jackson has weathered two storms. The first, with hail and wind. The second, with her insurance adjusters.
Open Record: Upon Closer Examination
Contact 6's Jenna Sachs talks about two recent issues affecting thousands of people in Wisconsin: Evictions and breast cancer treatment.
Expanding breast cancer screenings
Annual mammograms save lives, no question. But, they can miss cancer in several women. Some breast cancer survivors hope a new bill will change that.