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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Leicester bus driver filmed reading newspaper while driving
The passenger says the bus driver took out the paper at least three times on a 10-minute journey.
Ed Farmer inquest: Student died after 'initiation-style' event
Ed Farmer had been drinking and died in hospital after being found unconscious, an inquest hears.
Elderly couple Leicester bungalow deaths not suspicious
Police were called to the bungalow on Friday afternoon due to concern about the residents.
Prince Harry 'proud' of Rutland's poppy WW1 tribute
Prince Harry gives his backing to a community project to make 10,000 poppies produce a memorial to the fallen of WW1.
Leicester arson block residents 'living on edge'
Residents have called for more to be done to prevent further fires at the building in Leicester.
Leicester man charged with murder following body find
Police are called to the property in Leicester where they find a man's body.
Leicester explosion 'linked to insurance fraud'
Three men accused of murder have been charged with trying to benefit from an insurance claim.
Three jailed over Harrogate 'county lines' drugs operation
Three men were wounded in a single night by the group of Harrogate drug dealers.
Dogs dumped in Leicestershire and Norfolk 'may be linked'
The RSPCA says the dogs found in Leicestershire and Norfolk are thought to have been used for breeding.
Highway Code may include 'Dutch reach' to keep cyclists safe
The method encourages drivers to look behind them before opening their door, to protect cyclists.
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Arsenal 3-1 Leicester City: Ozil turns in stunning display for Gunners
Mesut Ozil produces one of the best midfield displays in the Premier League this season as Arsenal beat Leicester to move fourth.
Former Leicester and England forward Waldrom retires
Former England, Exeter and Leicester back-row Thomas Waldrom retires from rugby aged 35.
Gavin Griffiths: Leicestershire seamer agrees new deal until 2020
Leicestershire seamer Gavin Griffiths signs a contract extension until 2020 at the County Championship Division Two club.
European Rugby Champions Cup: Leicester Tigers 45-27 Scarlets
Leicester prove too strong for Scarlets as they run in five tries en route to their first Champions Cup win of the season.
Harry Maguire: Leicester defender remains focused and 'ambitious'
England defender Harry Maguire says he wants to win trophies and play in the Champions League, but owes Leicester City for giving him a platform.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Struggling Hinckley call game off
Hinckley United's game against Bishop's Stortford on Tuesday is postponed as the hosts are unable to field a team.
Thakor to captain England U-19s
Leicestershire's Shiv Thakor will captain a 15-strong England Under-19s squad for the tour of South Africa in January.
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National News Headlines
Cervical screening: Millions missing smear tests
Health data shows a lower proportion of women have been having the test when they should.
More takeaways on high street despite anti-obesity push
Campaigners say they led to more obesity, but councils say they need extra powers to curb their growth.
'Degrading strip search left me with PTSD'
Koshka Duff says she was stripped naked, manhandled and humiliated by a group of police officers.
South Western Railway workers begin five-day strike
The walkout will be the longest yet in the dispute over the role of guards on South Western Railway.
Cambridge car park crushed death woman 'grabbed barrier'
Heidi Chalkley was dragged into a car park shutter after grabbing onto it, an inquest hears.
Jonathan Agnew 'father's tribute letter' up for sport award
Jonathan Agnew broadcast a letter about how a dying fan spent his final hours tuned in to cricket.
Ed Farmer inquest: Student died after 'initiation-style' event
Ed Farmer had been drinking and died in hospital after being found unconscious, an inquest hears.
Grayling to decide on Govia Thameslink penalty 'in weeks'
Transport Secretary Chris Grayling was grilled by MPs about a timetable overhaul that caused chaos.
Stephen Hawking's personal items to be sold at auction
A signed book and a wheelchair owned by Prof Stephen Hawking will also go under the hammer.
Queen's College head failed to report pupil's rape claim
Christopher Alcock is found guilty of unacceptable professional conduct but not banned from teaching.
Samantha Eastwood: Man admits murdering midwife after affair
Samantha Eastwood was found in a shallow grave after being killed by the brother-in-law of her ex-fiancé.
Toddler hurt by discarded needle in Wetherspoon pub
Two-year-old Oscar has been tested for HIV after pricking his finger in a Wetherspoon's, his mum says.
Source: BBC News
