Brian Wise

Brian is a Denver native and photojournalist with nearly 15 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from Colorado Mesa University. He discovered photography at West Anchorage High School and built a strong media foundation through college reporting, sports broadcasting, and a public affairs internship before joining KAAL-TV in Rochester, Minnesota, in 2016. There, he has covered major stories across Southeastern Minnesota and Northern Iowa, including presidential visits, Mayo Clinic research, and high-profile court cases. Brian’s interest in the Jodi Huisentruit case began with the 48 Hours FindJodi special and deepened during the pandemic through investigative reporting and podcasts, driven by his belief that Jodi’s family deserves answers. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor adventures, travel, time with loved ones, and his cat, Mickey, and he holds a Wilderness First Aid certification.