Judge Joe Donald.
Donald serves as a commissioner for the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee and as a member of the Urban Day School Board. He is a former member of the Milwaukee Child Welfare Partnership Council; the Governor’s Task Force to Enhance Probation and Parole; and the Judicial Selection Committee. He also served on the Marquette Law School Alumni Board, the Mother of Good Counsel Endowment Board, and he served on the boards of Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee School of Art & Design and Harambee Community School.
Joe is married to Ann Donald, and they have three children.
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Crowley Sworn In For Second Term Before Large Crowd
The county executive announces new plans for affordable housing and transit funding. And hints at gubernatorial run.
May 9th, 2024 by Graham KilmerJusticePoint Continues Jail Alternatives Program for Municipal Court
Nonprofit group suing city after municipal judges sought to cancel its services contract.
Nov 13th, 2023 by Jonmaesha BeltranCourt Strikes Down City’s Towing Policy
No more public filing of towing costs required of companies. But ruling allows drop fees.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneNorthridge Mall Raze Order Delayed
Appeals court sends case back to circuit court for review of city order, new estimate of repair costs.
Mar 29th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneNidhi Kashyap Announces Judicial and Commissioner Endorsements
Oct 8th, 2021 by Nidhi Kashyap
Nidhi Kashyap Announces Candidacy For Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
Sep 21st, 2021 by Nidhi Kashyap
Appeals Court Judges Joe Donald and Maxine White endorse Judge Jon Richards
Nov 24th, 2020 by Jon Richards
Judge’s Comments on Guns Sustained
Defendant claims Judge Donald’s sentencing shows bias against gun owners, Appeals Court upholds judge.
Sep 8th, 2020 by Gretchen SchuldtCrowley Sworn In As County Exec
First elected African-American Milwaukee County Executive in history seeks more equity, more state funding.
May 4th, 2020 by Graham KilmerPublic Market Scores Gimbel’s Sign
Classic, 86-pound plaque from 1920s joins a sign from rival Boston Store.
Dec 31st, 2019 by Michael HorneGov. Evers Appoints Milton L. Childs as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
Oct 29th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2020.
Sep 16th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversGov. Evers Appoints Three Judges to Milwaukee-area Courts
"Wisconsinites across our state deserve judges who apply the law consistently and treat everyone in their courtroom fairly and with dignity and respect."
Sep 4th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversA Luxury Tower with Affordable Housing
Housing Authority to build 32-story, $150 million tower whose income would support affordable housing across city.
Apr 17th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneCounty Officials Offer Antidote to Youth Prisons
Won’t be “a prison,” they say, promising humane alternative to Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake.
Feb 14th, 2019 by Dave FidlinCounty Picks Location for Youth Offender Facility
Northwest side facility planned as part of model program to reduce recidivism.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Allison DikanovicNew Residential Treatment Facility Opens
Youth who might have gone to Lincoln Hills now at county’s Bakari Center, with aim to reduce recidivism.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Allison Dikanovic4th Street Rededicated Vel R. Phillips Ave.
A who's who ceremony of politicians and candidates turns out to honor legacy of Vel Phillips.
Aug 7th, 2018 by Jeramey JanneneJudge Joe Donald Endorses Judge JoAnne Kloppenburg for Wisconsin Supreme Court
“Judge Kloppenburg is the most qualified candidate in this race,” Judge Joe Donald said.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by JoAnne KloppenburgWhere Are Tonight’s Candidate Parties?
Win or lose, today's primary candidates will be partying. But where? Here's the details.
Feb 16th, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneDonald Campaign Releases First Digital Ad
“My campaign doesn’t have the help of unlimited, special interest money because I’m not interested in pursuing their partisan agenda.”
Feb 3rd, 2016 by Joe DonaldJudge Joe Donald slams Rebecca Bradley’s hyper-partisan campaign tactics
Asks other candidates to join in new pledge to forgo special interest money & partisan help
Feb 1st, 2016 by Joe DonaldLawyers Grill Supreme Court Candidates
And what a lively forum it was. Here is the truth about the candidates, so help us God.
Jan 28th, 2016 by Michael HorneCitizen Action of Wisconsin Endorses Judge Joe Donald for State Supreme Court
Judge Joe Donald the most experienced & qualified judicial candidate
Jan 21st, 2016 by Citizen Action of WisconsinCongresswoman Gwen Moore endorses Judge Joe Donald
“Judge Donald is exactly the independent voice we need on our state’s Supreme Court,” said Congresswoman Moore.
Dec 30th, 2015 by Joe DonaldMilwaukee County Executive Chris Abele endorses Joe Donald for Wisconsin Supreme Court
“Judge Joe Donald is a dedicated public servant who has consistently put politics aside to deliver justice fairly,” said County Executive Chris Abele.
Dec 18th, 2015 by Joe DonaldIron Workers Local 8 endorses Judge Joe Donald for Wisconsin Supreme Court
“Judge Joe Donald has proven to be a tireless champion of Wisconsin’s working class people during his two decades on the bench,” said Tony Mayrhofer, Business Manager of Iron Workers, Local 8.
Nov 24th, 2015 by Joe DonaldMilwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett Endorses Judge Joe Donald for Wisconsin Supreme Court
“Judge Joe Donald has proven himself an extremely capable, fair, and impartial jurist,” said Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett.
Nov 20th, 2015 by Joe DonaldConservation Voters Convene
Former congressmen Obey and Petri make a League of Conservation Voters fundraiser a stop on their bipartisan road trip.
Nov 1st, 2015 by Michael HorneDonovan Wants Fewer Police “Chiefs”
And "more Indians." Alderman and mayoral candidate proposes to redo police staffing to cut higher-ups.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Michael HorneStatement of Judge Joe Donald on Supreme Court appointment process
“Wisconsin doesn’t need a coronation, it needs a Supreme Court Justice who earns the support of Wisconsin voters.”
Sep 29th, 2015 by Joe DonaldHerb Kohl endorses Judge Joe Donald for Supreme Court
“I am honored to have the support of a tremendous leader like Senator Kohl in my race for the high court,” said Judge Donald.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Joe DonaldStatement of Judge Joe Donald on retirement of Justice Patrick Crooks
“Justice N. Patrick Crooks has been a stalwart of the Wisconsin judiciary for almost four decades.”
Sep 16th, 2015 by Joe Donald