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Man dies after car crashes into parked vehicle

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Published: November 7, 2026 15:28

Police say the man sustained serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Guide to Remembrance services across county

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Published: November 7, 2026 07:15

Thousands of people, including veterans and current servicemen and women, will be attending events.

Concerns over plans for 24-hour adult gaming centre

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Published: November 7, 2026 07:07

A planning application has been lodged for an adult gaming centre in Evington Road.

Slick Saints beat Prem Rugby Cup holders Leicester

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Published: November 6, 2026 22:11

Northampton keep their hopes of reaching the Prem Rugby Cup semi-finals alive with a dominant derby win over Leicester.

Driver arrested after motorcyclist dies in crash

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Published: November 6, 2026 14:49

Police say a 43-year-old man was detained on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.

Men in balaclavas damage vehicles with baseball bat

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Published: November 6, 2026 14:20

Leicestershire Police say homophobic abuse was also shouted during the incident.

Harborough sign 'world's tallest striker' Hudlin

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Published: November 6, 2026 13:54

Non-league Harborough Town have sign striker Kyle Hudlin, one of the world's tallest professional players, in time for their FA Cup trip to Leyton Orient.

Oxford City can shock Leicester - Foxes fan Pollock

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Published: November 6, 2026 13:31

Oxford City midfielder Scott Pollock believes there is "no reason" his side cannot pile more pressure on his beloved Leicester City by pulling off an FA Cup upset.

'It would be pretty special' - Chessum on England captaincy links

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Published: November 6, 2026 12:55

Ollie Chessum says that he relishes being an on-pitch leader after being tipped as a long-term successor to England skipper Maro Itoje.

Man jailed for raping teenage girls in the 1990s

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Published: November 6, 2026 11:30

David Campbell, 64, abused the girls between 1992 and 1997 while living in south Leicester.

Roof severely damaged after stray firework hits house

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Published: November 6, 2026 10:18

A fire service spokesperson says the incident "could have been a lot worse".

Winter garden to replace ice rink over Christmas

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Published: November 6, 2026 06:22

The council unveils new plans for Jubilee Square after a dispute with the firm that runs the rink.

Bridge stays on risk register as repairs continue

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Published: November 6, 2026 06:22

The City Council says conservation work is being funded by both the authority and Historic England.

Dog seized after village attack concerns

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Published: November 6, 2026 06:21

Police say the dog had caused "significant concern" locally, with reports it had attacked other dogs.

'Everyone wants an upset' - Martin's FA Cup warning

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Published: November 5, 2026 18:51

Leicester City manager Russell Martin demands his players do not give the people what they want on Friday – an FA Cup upset to savour.

Officer 'persistently' tried to contact sex workers

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Published: November 5, 2026 18:25

The officer told investigators they lent their phone to someone they did not know on a night out.

Firm should not get crash recordings, court told

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Published: November 5, 2026 17:49

Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha's family is suing helicopter firm Leonardo S.p.A. for £2.15bn.

Football fans angry at sponsor's link to porn actress

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Published: November 5, 2026 17:08

A Leicester City fan group hits out at BC Game's choice of brand ambassador.

Councillor stripped of roles after conduct breaches

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Published: November 5, 2026 15:42

Joseph Boam loses committee roles after Reform UK colleagues take action following conduct panels.

Car thief from Leicestershire who made £194k can only repay £970

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Published: November 5, 2026 14:15

Ethan Taylor was part of a gang that used a blowtorch to break into homes and steal car keys.

Leicester assistant Hourihane leaves after four months

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Published: November 5, 2026 13:50

Leicester City assistant manager Conor Hourihane leaves the League One side after just over four months in the job.

Police refers itself to watchdog over man's death

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Published: November 5, 2026 13:26

James Corlett's body was found in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, over the weekend.

MP supports campaign for quieter fireworks

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Published: November 5, 2026 06:52

Shockat Adam says most concerns about fireworks come from people worried about their pets.

Day centre's £1.7m sale recommended for approval

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Published: November 5, 2026 06:51

The city council decided it was suitable for sale as it was surplus to its needs.

Officer blamed stranger for sex worker contacts

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Published: November 4, 2026 19:57

The former Leicestershire Police officer denies the allegations in a misconduct hearing.

Leicestershire relegation confirmed after losing appeal

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Published: November 4, 2026 16:22

Leicestershire's relegation from Division One of the County Championship is confirmed after failing in their appeal against a points penalty.

Leicestershire relegation confirmed after losing appeal

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Published: November 4, 2026 16:22

Leicestershire's relegation from Division One of the County Championship is confirmed after failing in their appeal against a points penalty.

Two taken to hospital after crash following pursuit

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Published: November 4, 2026 15:53

Police say in Leicester city centre, officers came across a VW Passat which subsequently made off.

Rogue builder jailed over £377,000 fraud

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Published: November 4, 2026 15:12

The council says 10 victims were defrauded in a "sustained and deliberate" effort.

Student drowned after leaving ambulance - inquest

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Published: November 4, 2026 12:18

A coroner says further interventions for 20-year-old Aryan Sharma "should have been considered".

Date for market traders' return after £9.4m revamp

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Published: November 4, 2026 09:27

The council says the results of a consultation on when to move back to the site were "unanimous".

Investigation into brook's 'milky appearance'

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Published: November 4, 2026 06:13

Severn Trent says it has been investigating after concerns were raised on social media.

Three Jurassic ammonites discovered in quarry

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Published: November 4, 2026 06:13

Scientists say the ammonites have provided new evidence about Rutland's Jurassic past.

Council boss calls for stability after leader quits

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Published: November 3, 2026 18:01

Reform UK's Kevin Crook says his priority is delivering public services after becoming acting leader.

Green councillor joins Labour after Zionism motion

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Published: November 3, 2026 15:41

Liz Sahu says she no longer feels either the local or national Green Party reflect her values.

Skip operator who mismanaged waste site sentenced

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Published: November 3, 2026 13:08

The Environment Agency says Paul Sellars ignored notices to remove excess waste from the facility.

'I couldn't see myself with another badge' - Chessum

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Published: November 3, 2026 11:59

Ollie Chessum says he could not imagine playing for another club after extending his deal with Leicester Tigers.

Man's warning over symptoms of leg condition

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Published: November 3, 2026 11:54

Paul Hardy was diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease after suffering "severe pain".

Road closures announced for Nagar Kirtan procession

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Published: November 3, 2026 06:12

Leicester City Council says rolling road blocks will be in place on a number of roads for the event.

Reform council leader quits after staff comments leaked

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Published: November 2, 2026 16:15

Dan Harrison had been recorded as saying 76 "incompetent" council solicitors would be made redundant.

Death of 18-year-old not being treated as suspicious

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Published: November 2, 2026 14:03

James Corlett's body was found in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, over the weekend.

Sex assault trial date set for former council leader

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Published: November 2, 2026 13:30

Philip Allnatt, 76, denies sexual assault at Leicester Crown Court.

Woman jailed after abuse of girl that began in 1999

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Published: November 2, 2026 12:01

Gemma Baker's "horrific abuse" began in 1999, when the girl was six years old, police say.

Boulter wins despite incident getting under her skin

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Published: November 2, 2026 08:56

Katie Boulter says it is "lesson learned" as she overcomes an incident that "got under my skin" to reach the last-16 of the Hong Kong Open.

Market revamp takes shape ahead of traders' return

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Published: November 2, 2026 06:11

Some of the hordings around the site are removed as the £9.4m rennovation continues.

Plans for new £3.5m city centre link approved

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Published: November 1, 2026 14:56

The council hopes the project will bring more greenery to Leicester city centre.

Council wants new team to tackle town nuisances

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Published: November 1, 2026 06:57

Charnwood Borough Council is planning to recruit four full-time public space officers.

Mums need more support after C-sections - I'm still recovering

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Published: November 1, 2026 06:55

Kyra is backing a petition calling for improved postnatal care for woman who have had Caesarean sections.

Investigation into 'unexplained' death of 18-year-old

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Published: October 31, 2026 17:19

James Corlett, from Swadlincote, went missing after a night out in Ashby-de-la-Zouch.

Ambulance service plea after Halloween calls surge

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Published: October 31, 2026 13:06

The ambulance service said it saw a rise in calls over the Halloween period last year.

Every Halloween a painful reminder of the grandmother who vanished

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Published: October 31, 2026 07:14

Anne Simpson was last seen in Ingoldmells in 2004.

Holiday village plans receive more than 300 objections

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Published: October 31, 2026 06:57

One objecting resident commented it "would be like Center Parcs on our doorstep".

JLS set for summer show in city park

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Published: October 31, 2026 06:56

The boy band are to perform as part of a series of summer gigs at Abbey Park.

Leicester dominate Bristol to go top of the Prem

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Published: October 30, 2026 21:43

Leicester take maximum points to go top of the Prem before the rest of the weekend fixtures with a 22-16 win away at Bristol.

Councillor sanctioned for multiple conduct breaches

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Published: October 30, 2026 20:17

A panel upholds two complaints about social media posts by former deputy council leader Joseph Boam.

Lorry driver charged over fatal crash in 2024

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Published: October 30, 2026 17:28

Edward Humphreys, 53, died at the scene following the crash almost two years ago.

Wanted pub rapist caught after running red light

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Published: October 30, 2026 12:01

Pandeli Dervishi was on the run for two months before driving through a red light in Surrey.

Solar farm approved despite councillors' concerns

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Published: October 30, 2026 06:08

Councillors said the government's national framework left them with no choice but to allow the farm.

Mayor hopeful for festive event despite rink doubt

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Published: October 30, 2026 06:07

Sir Peter Soulsby says he is "determined" to provide an attraction, even if it is not an ice rink.

Woman jailed for role in prostitution ring

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Published: October 29, 2026 20:11

Police said Wai Sin was part of a group that moved victims from brothel to brothel.

Man jailed for grooming 'vulnerable' teenage girl

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Published: October 29, 2026 18:24

Shoaib Mohammed left his young victim alone for hours in hotels, a court hears.

Chessum signs new multi-year deal with Leicester

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/articles/c61m4k2gx5n8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

Published: October 29, 2026 18:00

Leicester Tigers captain Ollie Chessum has signed a new multi-year deal to stay at Welford Road.

Bristol trio return as Leicester also tweak starting XV

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Published: October 29, 2026 16:27

Bristol and Leicester both make three changes to their starting XV as they meet in the Prem on Friday.

Cows back in field after moo-ving on to rail line

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Published: October 29, 2026 15:21

Network Rail say fencing was repaired after the cows were safely escorted off the tracks.

Government withdraws plans for city expansion

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Published: October 29, 2026 14:18

Ministers say they will look again at proposals to redraw Leicestershire's political map.

Council warns it could face £3.9m budget shortfall

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Published: October 29, 2026 06:05

The council says it is the result of rising costs and uncertainty over future funding from government.

Candle warning after home devastated by fire

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Published: October 29, 2026 06:04

Fire officials said the blaze in Lutterworth was caused by a candle being burned near a towel.

New-look comedy festival announces 630 shows

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Published: October 29, 2026 06:03

The Independent Comedy Festival confirms 35,000 tickets will be available across 43 venues.