Evers authorizes National Guard to 'preserve public safety' in Wauwatosa

According to a news release from the governor's office, local authorities requested Wisconsin National Guard assistance in advance of an anticipated charging decision in the Alvin Cole/Joseph Mensah case.

'Pray everybody stays safe:' Possible unrest closes Mayfair early

The decision was made to close all stores at Mayfair Mall ahead of a decision in the Joseph Mensah/Alvin Cole case, with the Wisconsin National Guard pulling into the lot Wednesday afternoon.

Wauwatosa leaders, business owners prepare for potential protests

Officials in Wauwatosa are preparing in case protests turn into riots. City buildings are shut down -- while emergency responders across the area are on standby.

'We expect unrest:' Wauwatosa awaits decision in Alvin Cole shooting

An announcement is expected Wednesday from the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office on whether to file criminal charges against Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah, who has killed three people in five years, the first two shootings ruled justified.

Wauwatosa awaits decision in Alvin Cole shooting
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An announcement is expected Wednesday from the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office on whether to file criminal charges against Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah.

'Donut worry, be happy:' Wauwatosa teen has own Cranky Al's donut

Cranky Al's in Wauwatosa is known for its wide variety of donuts. Thursday, it debuted its newest creation — the Kitty Special.

Driver, 2 passengers hurt in crash involving bus shelter in Wauwatosa

Police said a driver blew a red light and struck an SUV, forcing the SUV into the bus shelter near 68th Street and Wisconsin Avenue in Wauwatosa.

Wauwatosa man awarded by PETA after saving dog from house fire

Joe Loduha was on his way to work when he saw smoke billowing from a house near N. 68th Street and Terrace Court.

Car crashes into home near 64th and Meinecke

This is a developing story. FOX6 will bring you the latest from Wauwatosa police when it becomes available. 

Driver believed to have fallen asleep before fatal crash in Wauwatosa

The I-41 north exit to Mayfair Road is closed due to a fatal crash near Highway 100 and North Avenue. Expect heavy delays. 

'We invite you to leave:' Wauwatosa mayor condemns racist letters

This all started with yard signs placed at some homes around Wauwatosa reading, "For sale unless politicians keep Wauwatosa safe."

Group: Racist letters sent in Wauwatosa after yard signs misinterpreted

The Council on American Islamic Relations said the signs were misinterpreted as racist and led to letters being sent to those addresses.

3 charged after Wauwatosa Officer Mensah assaulted, single round from shotgun fired at door

Three men have been charged after suspended Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah was assaulted outside his home and a single round from a shotgun was fired at his back door on Saturday, Aug. 8.

Wauwatosa PFC moves forward with complaint against suspended Officer Mensah
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Complaints have been filed against Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah by families of three men, including Jay Anderson, who was killed in 2016.

Wauwatosa PFC moves forward with complaint against suspended Officer Mensah

Complaints have been filed against Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah by families of three men, including Jay Anderson, who was killed in 2016.