Lee's Summit, MO news on Tuesday, October 27, 2026

In Lee's Summit, MO on Tuesday, October 27, 2026: Measles cases confirmed in Jackson County. Also: Lee's Summit planners rejected a 441-home development project citing traffic and flood concerns; A woods fire that burned over 25 acres in Jackson County is now fully contained. Weather: Mostly cloudy today with highs near 69°F, lows 58°F, and light winds.

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Jackson County health officials confirmed two measles cases linked to travel outside the state.news8000.com · Oct 26, 11:46 PM · Around

News & local government

Lee's Summit planners rejected a 441-home development project citing traffic and flood concerns.Hoodline · Oct 25, 4:22 PM
A woods fire that burned over 25 acres in Jackson County is now fully contained.WXXV News 25 · Oct 26, 5:57 PM · Around
Kansas City and Independence are working to resolve a dispute over the Kentucky Road bridge.KSHB 41 Kansas City · Oct 26, 2:37 PM · Around
Two candidates are competing in the Jackson County sheriff race, emphasizing their experience.WEAU · Oct 26, 6:04 PM · Around

Business & new openings

Jackson County is selling a downtown Kansas City block that includes the former county jail.KCTV · Oct 26, 6:20 PM · Around
Jackson County received a $2 million rural workforce development grant.The UC Now · Oct 26, 11:24 PM · Around

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