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by Jeremy_Ross from FOX 6 Milwaukee

Last Post 17 hours Ago


I'm not a fan of his fiscal policy, but it sounds better once you put a beat to it.
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Can't say I invested in the first or second generation of Apple's IPhone. This guy did...Enjoy.


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I have yet to see a cowbell or triangle version of "Guitar Hero." Till then this
is the lamest version I've seen. Enjoy.
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If you think trying to fill up your SUV is tough...think about how bad it would be to top off the tank of your 80 metric ton Gundam Mobile Suit MECH?

As a result of high gas prices some Gundam are going green.



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When last we saw Terry Tate "Office Linebacker" Brett Favre was the starting QB for the Packers...Oh how things have changed! It's good to see Terry, however, has not.

Please note there is some slightly foul language in this, but nothing you wouldn't hear on late night cable TV.

PS ALWAYS PUT A COVER LETTER ON YOUR TPS REPORTS!


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Did someone feed the letter opener?


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For those who don't have the time, dexterity and physical fortitude to actually play "Wii Fit" for the Nintendo Wii there is apparently a viable alternative.

I'm just glad it's discovered by a guy who's, "Not your typical lazy American."

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The latest Miller News may not be favorable for Milwaukee. But let me provide a link to a picture that might provide some positive beer perspective.

Drink Responsibly


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Ever try to seek out "Walker Texas Ranger" himself -- Chuck Norris -- on Google? OK neither did I until now.

When you type in Chuck Norris then hit "I'm feeling lucky" -- this happens.

Well played Google -- now get back to work.

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Genius...

That is all....Genius

Now back to studying Art History Renaissance to Modern.



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Just before you hit REM sleep while trying to pay attention in Accounting 101 lecture hall -- this happens.

Suddenly debits and credits from this point on include "power pills" and the search for Ms. Pac-Man.



Will this be on the final?
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Somewhere George Lucas is crying into his hands on top of a large heap of cash over what went wrong with his creation -- Star Wars.

George, make sure to dry your eyes with the $1000 dollar bills when you watch this video.



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Dude needs a hobby.


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I decided to wait a bit before blogging about the dude who decided to play kissy-face during my live shot this past week. Here's the link if you missed it.

Let me first say depending on my reaction to the completely absurd situation -- it could have been a "job ending" live shot -- a "Kiss of Death."

Fortunately, I'm still employed and after washing the smell of NASCAR and Jeff Foxworthy off my cheek (not that there's anything wrong with either) I'm no worse for wear.

In hind sight I'm disappointed the story I was doing -- concern over a military display which was thought to be insensitive to the thousands who lost their lives in the War -- seemed to be a sidebar to the "live shot fiasco."

To all those involved in that story -- I wish that "Larry the Cable Guy" would have recognized he might distract from a very serious issue and thought twice about doing something that stupid.

I'm rather certain, however, he was not thinking and not sober.

I apologize if the nature of the story was marginalized by my reaction to the bearded idiot.

That said, most people I have talked to say it was handled with as much grace and humor as was warranted and I'm even able to laugh about it -- and I have a feeling as the months go by my laughter will improve like a fine wine.

But let me tell you what's not funny. This kind of thing is happening more and more. My friend and former co-worker, Dan Ponce, was licked on the face while doing a live shot for the ABC affiliate in Chicago (his video has been removed from most websites).

Kathy Cheek, a reporter in North Carolina got one planted on her face during her live shot. Click here for that video.
Can't say three incidents is an alarming trend, but it needs to stop.

I'm not aware of any of the above cases including mine resulting in assault charges. Yes, by the way, in strict legal terms all the above cases (depending on local/state laws) could be defined as assaults. But if this kind of activity continues should we (reporters) press charges when the next idiot forces an Awkward moment during a moment of live local coverage?


How would you feel if I jumped into your cubicle while you're finishing your spreadsheet, TPS Report or business calls and left a trail of saliva on your face? I'm willing to bet a call to security and charges would follow.


I believe all the reporters I've mentioned don't want to burden the legal system with the silliness of an unwanted lick or kiss, but would that discourage the idiocy? Or will people finally remember elementary manners and realize that it's inappropriate and violating?

I just ask all of you considering doing something zany during a live shot to think of this before you do -- "Would you want that done to you while you're at work"?
Even a drunk idiot would probably say no.

I'm going to leave the comments my friends and colleagues wrote me following my incident in the comments section. I'm going to exclude their names for privacy reasons. Feel free to leave your own as well.
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Legos were harmed in the making of this video -- and probably a car. Do I have to say don't try this at home?

Poor Legos...

Better then "Temple of Doom."
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Jeremy_Ross

With a jump across Lake Michigan, Jeremy Ross landed in Milwaukee and it's a leap he's happy to make. Jeremy joined FOX 6 in December of 2005 moving from Michigan to Wisconsin. He worked for the NBC and FOX affiliates in Lansing, MI where he won top honors by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. Jeremy received multiple awards from the Michigan Associated Press, including two consecutive years of first place awards in breaking news, feature reporting and investigative journalism. In 2001, Jeremy worked in Washington D.C. for the Medill News Service as a political correspondent including covering former presidential candidate John Kerry. He received his Masters in Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism and completed his undergraduate degree at The University of Michigan where he caught "the broadcasting bug." At U of M he was a play-by-play broadcaster for Michigan Hockey while working at the student cable and radio stations. Besides news, Jeremy helped write, produce and perform improv comedy in The Second City Conservatory when he lived in Chicago. Crazy broadcast situations he's been involved in: 1) Jeremy helped cover two Michigan State University basketball riots. He's still not used to the less-than-pleasant smell of pepper spray. 2) While doing a live shot he's been tackled (without a referee around, however, no penalty flag was thrown.) But, seriously...if you're reading this please don't do that...reporters don't wear football pads. 3) Jeremy's locked himself in a radio studio in order to keep broadcasting the 1996 NCAA championship hockey game. The game went into overtime and into the next show's timeslot. The next D.J. threatened to have him arrested, fortunately U of M won and Jeremy served no jail time.

Member Since: 8/24/2006