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Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker Will Not Seek Reelection

Today (Thursday) Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced that she will not seek re-election in November of 2024. She will leave office on January 3rd, 2025 with many accomplishments. Baker was appointed prosecutor in May 2011 and elected to the position in November 2012.
The Wizards have made a deal to trade Bradley Beal to the Suns for Chris Paul and Kansas City native Landry Shamet (shown in photo above).

The Wizards have made a deal to trade Bradley Beal to the Suns for Chris Paul and Kansas City native Landry Shamet (shown in photo above).

NBA Offseason Comes with Lots of Intrigue

As the NBA offseason is upon us, there has already been one blockbuster move and multiple players hitting the freeagent market. The biggest move so far has been the Wizards trading Bradley Beal to the Suns for Chris Paul and Kansas City native Landry Shamet. The move is questionable for both teams.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver presents the NBA Finals MVP Award to Nikola Jokic, holding his daughter and flanked by team members including Mizzou alum Michael Porter (center) and KU alum Christian Braun (center, right). photo/screenshot

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver presents the NBA Finals MVP Award to Nikola Jokic, holding his daughter and flanked by team members including Mizzou alum Michael Porter (center) and KU alum Christian Braun (center, right). photo/screenshot

Nuggets Win 2023 NBA Championship, Defeat Heat in 5 Games

The Denver Nuggets were able to defeat the Miami Heat 4-1 in the NBA Finals, securing their first championship in franchise history. Game 5 was a thrilling, defensive battle down the stretch, with the Nuggets prevailing 94-89.
Former President Donald Trump. file photo

Former President Donald Trump. file photo

Trump Arrested, Arraigned on Federal Charges in Classified Documents Case

Former President Pleads Not Guilty June 13, 2023—In an almost surreal sequence of events that defied the once noble legacy of the U.S. presidency, former President Donald Trump, already marred by a litany of firsts throughout his political career, orchestrated a mesmerizing motorcade entrance,...
The Reverend Dr. Emanuel Cleaver, III speaks at a press conference in front of the Jackson County Courthouse. photo/screenshot

The Reverend Dr. Emanuel Cleaver, III speaks at a press conference in front of the Jackson County Courthouse. photo/screenshot

Local Clergy, Elected Official, Activists Voice Support for Prosecutor’s Letter to Gov. Parson

Washington Says Governor’s Pardon Would be ‘Inappropriate, Unprecedented’ Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker on Tuesday sent a letter to Missouri Gov. Mike Parson, requesting that he not pardon former Kansas City, Missouri police detective Eric DeValkenaere who was convicted on March 22,...
For Mayor: Quinton Lucas

For Mayor: Quinton Lucas

THE KC GLOBE’S ENDORSEMENTS--Part 2

Note: This is Part 2 of our endorsements for the June 20, 2023 KCMO Municipal and Special Election ballot which this week includes one additional recommendation from last week.