Jackson County Prosecutor’s statement regarding today’s tragedy in eastern Jackson County

Jackson County Prosecutor’s statement regarding today’s tragedy in eastern Jackson County

admin February 29, 2024

Feb. 29, 2024 Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker issued the following statement this evening: Our deepest condolences go to families of the 16th Circuit Court process server and the Independence Police Department officer who died from fatal gunfire today in the course…

Jackson County Executive Statement

admin February 28, 2024

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. has issued the following statement after today’s announcement by the Kansas City Chiefs: “Today, we find ourselves at a crucial juncture as the Kansas City Chiefs unveil their renovation plans for our…

HS Wrestling State Tourney Preview

staff2 February 24, 2024

February 24, 2024 By Fred [email protected] All five Lee’s Summit area high schools will be represented at this week’s state boys wrestling tournament held in Columbia, MO. Upon a closer look, Lee’s Summit will be well represented thanks to 22 state qualifiers…

February 22nd Jackson County Legislature Manny Abarca IV, will meet at the White House

admin February 21, 2024

Thursday, February 22nd Jackson County Legislature Manny Abarca IV, representing the 1st Legislative District will join colleagues at the White House at 9am cst with topics of discussion including gun violence, and the impact of the Build Back Better act. Joined by…

Statement from Lisa Lopez-Galvan’s family

admin February 20, 2024

On behalf of the Lopez-Galvan family, we are grateful to the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office led by Jean Peters Baker and her amazing team of highly experienced and dedicated prosecutors. We also want to thank the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department…

Two men charged in the shootings outside Union Station after Chiefs rally

admin February 20, 2024

For Immediate ReleaseFeb. 20, 2024 Two Kansas City men face murder and other felony charges in connection with the homicide and non-fatal shootings outside Union Station last Wednesday following the parade and rally for the Kansas City Chiefs, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean…

Filing Procedures on February 27, 2024 for the August 4, 2024 Primary Election Jackson County, Missouri

admin February 19, 2024

Persons wishing to file a declaration of candidacy for the offices of Prosecuting Attorney, Sheriff or County Committeeman/Committeewoman, on opening day of filing, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, may do so at the Jackson County Courthouse, 415 E. 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri.…

Statement regarding Union Station shootings investigation

admin February 16, 2024

Feb. 16, 2024 Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker released the following statement today: We regularly work with juvenile court officers on cases and we have worked with them on this case as well. Though we do not oversee or supervise the…

Office of the Juvenile Officer charges two juveniles related to rally

admin February 16, 2024

By Valerie HartmanPublic Information Officer16th Judicial CircuitJackson County, Missouri Two juveniles were charged on Thursday, February 15, 2024, by the Office of the Juvenile Officer related to the incident at the Chiefs’ rally on February 14, 2024. The juveniles are currently detained…

In wake of Union Station shootings, prosecutor organizes counseling services for community

admin February 14, 2024

Feb. 14, 2024 The shootings at Union Station following the Kansas City Chief’s victory parade on Wednesday marred a beautiful celebration. These horrible events can create deep emotional trauma for persons involved or persons who witnessed the violence. Family members can also…