Police defend arrests of slain Black teen's family
The arrests came as demonstrators gathered in Wauwatosa to protest prosecutors’ decision not to charge Officer Joseph Mensah in the 17-year-old's death. Mensah, who is Black, shot Cole after a foot chase outside a Wauwatosa mall in February.
Tosa East runner takes on new challenge senior year
She hopes to attend college and to get her private pilot's license in hopes of becoming a commercial pilot.
Protests form in Wauwatosa for 3rd night after Mensah decision
The demonstrations have come following the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office decision that no criminal charges will be filed against Wauwatosa Police Office Joseph Mensah after he fatally shot 17-year-old Alvin Cole in February.
Stone Creek Coffee treats customers in Wauwatosa to free cup of coffee
As Wauwatosa works to heal after days of unrest, a local business wanted to spread some kindness.
Jay-Z, Team ROC to pay bail bonds, citations for Tosa protesters
The second night of protests, police said 24 people were arrested. Alvin Cole's mother and sisters were arrested during protests.
Family attorney speaks after Alvin Cole's mother, sisters arrested
Cole family attorney Kimberley Motley holds a news conference following the arrest of Cole's mother and sisters Thursday evening.
Wauwatosa police arrest 24 during 2nd night of protests
Citations for violating an emergency order were issued to 19 people and police say additional charges may be issued after a comprehensive review of videos, reports, and other evidence.
Alvin Cole’s mother, sisters arrested during 2nd night of protests
The second night of protests in Wauwatosa ended with at least a dozen arrests.
Wauwatosa protests continue for 2nd night after Mensah decision
Multiple people have been arrested during the second night of protests following the DA's decision to not press charges against the officer who shot and killed 17-year-old Alvin Cole.
'Be good to people:' Wauwatosa community cleans up after protests
Community members gather to help clean up after a few businesses were damaged and looted after protests in Wauwatosa.
Wauwatosa man confronts protesters, goes viral
Jason Fritz confronted protesters in Wauwatosa after the decision not to charge Officer Joseph Mensah in the fatal shooting of Alvin Cole -- and the video has gone viral.
Attorney: Federal civil rights lawsuit coming against Officer Mensah
Attorney Kimberley Motley said she plans to file a federal lawsuit against Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah in 17-year-old Alvin Cole's death.
Businesses damaged, looted hours after peaceful protests in Wauwatosa
Hundreds of people marched on Wednesday, Oct. 7 after Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm earlier Wednesday announced suspended Officer Joseph Mensah will not face charges.
Police: Gas deployed in Wauwatosa; windows broken at businesses
A curfew took effect at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Wauwatosa, with police noting everyone should stay home until 6 a.m. Thursday, except those going to and from work.
DA: No charges against Officer Mensah in shooting of Alvin Cole
There will be no criminal charges filed against Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah in the shooting death of Alvin Cole, 17, outside Mayfair Mall in February -- the officer's third fatal shooting in five years.
No charges against Officer Mensah in shooting of Alvin Cole
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 case.
Gas deployed in Wauwatosa; windows broken at businesses, police say
A curfew took effect Wednesday evening in Wauwatosa, with police noting everyone should stay home except those going to and from work.
Governor 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.
Alvin Cole shot by Officer Mensah 23 minutes after entering Mayfair
Video and witness statements released after District Attorney John Chisholm's decision reveal what transpired in those 23 minutes.
Alvin Cole shot by Officer Mensah 23 minutes after entering Mayfair
Twenty-three minutes passed after Alvin Cole, 17, entered Mayfair Mall on the evening of Feb. 2, before he was fatally shot by Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah, according to files released by Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm.