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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Former PC charged with misconduct in public office
Jenade Yamin, who worked in the Calderdale area, is accused of 13 offences between 2019 and 2022.
'People should die naturally' - mixed views on new bill
As MP Kim Leadbeater moves her historic bill through the Commons, what views do people hold in her constituency?
Yorkshire Water outlines plans to reduce leakage
The firm says it is making "significant investment" to tackle supply leaks across the region.
New Ice Age exhibit opens in City of Culture
The Ice Age Art Now exhibit features more than 75 exhibits, which date back to about 20,000 years.
Yorkshire news quiz of the week
How much Yorkshire news can you remember from the past seven days?
Neo-Nazi paedophile admits having gunpowder manual
Martyn Gilleard was sentenced to 12 years in 2008 for terrorism offences and having indecent images.
Giants' new stadium plans dealt blow by council
The council says the club's favoured site is "crucial" for economic development rather than sport.
Leeds maternity units downgraded to 'inadequate'
Trust told to take immediate action to improve after unannounced inspections prompted by parent concerns.
Woman, 79, dies after being hit by bus
The woman's family have paid tribute to her after the crash in Leeds city centre on Monday.
Rabies death sparks 'jump in vaccine inquiries'
A pharmacist warns supplies could come under pressure after the death of a British holidaymaker.
'If we get the assisted dying law wrong, some groups will be collateral damage'
Ahead of the latest Parliamentary vote, people explain how they feel about assisted dying proposals.
Holocaust survivor who escaped Nazis dies aged 88
Suzanne Ripton lived in London and Leeds after moving to England following World War Two.
Yorkshire Water outlines plans to reduce leakage
The firm says it is making "significant investment" to tackle supply leaks across the region.
'Law change alone not enough to help homeless'
Charities in Yorkshire say decriminalising homelessness must come with further support measures.
Yorkshire news quiz of the week
How much Yorkshire news can you remember from the past seven days?
Banana-toting robber jailed over post office heist
Ashley Asquith, 44, is jailed for three years and fours years for the raid in Bradford.
'Devious and perverted' Imam raped boy at mosque
Mohammed Khan used his position to groom and rape the boy repeatedly during the 1990s, a court hears.
MPs support assisted dying in close vote
Spen Valley MP Kim Leadbeater spoke to the BBC?s Chris Mason after the vote.
Bill Bailey "honoured" to play Bradford Live
The comedian will be one of the first to play at the newly reopened venue.
The Leeds company saving paint from landfill
Cat Hyde and Seagulls Paint have saved millions of litres of paint by rescuing used tins.
Hidden West Yorkshire
Cars feature from from Formula 1 World Champions Nigel Mansell and Michael Schumacher.
T20 Blast: Jacks stars as Surrey & Somerset win
South Group leaders Somerset win again, but North Group leaders Northamptonshire lose on a busy Friday of T20 Blast action
Clinical St Helens punish sloppy Leeds
St Helens take full advantage of a sloppy Leeds Rhinos performance to claim a deserved 18-4 Super League victory.
Wakefield pull off shock win against Wigan
Wigan Warriors squander their chance to close the gap on Super League leaders Hull KR as they are stunned by Wakefield Trinity at Belle Vue.
Bradford sign Stockport defender Touray
Bradford City sign Stockport County defender Ibou Touray on a two-year deal.
Huddersfield half-back Clune out for season
Huddersfield Giants half-back Adam Clune is ruled out for the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.
Super League leaders Hull KR hammer Castleford
Super League leaders Hull KR thrash Castleford Tigers to make this their best ever start to a season.
'Brain fog' after NW200 crash was worrying - Coward
Road racer Jamie Coward says he believes he "got away lightly" after crashing at last month's North West 200 but adds that persistent "brain fog" was a concern.
Former PC charged with misconduct in public office
Jenade Yamin, who worked in the Calderdale area, is accused of 13 offences between 2019 and 2022.
'People should die naturally' - mixed views on new bill
As MP Kim Leadbeater moves her historic bill through the Commons, what views do people hold in her constituency?
Yorkshire Water outlines plans to reduce leakage
The firm says it is making "significant investment" to tackle supply leaks across the region.
Yorkshire news quiz of the week
How much Yorkshire news can you remember from the past seven days?
Clinical St Helens punish sloppy Leeds
St Helens take full advantage of a sloppy Leeds Rhinos performance to claim a deserved 18-4 Super League victory.
Wakefield pull off shock win against Wigan
Wigan Warriors squander their chance to close the gap on Super League leaders Hull KR as they are stunned by Wakefield Trinity at Belle Vue.
Gill & Jaiswal show India's future is already here
Doubts about India's future after the retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are laid to rest by Shubman Gill and Yashavi Jaiswal's centuries on day one of the first Test against England.
Gill & Jaiswal tons punish England toss decision
India captain Shubman Gill and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal hit sublime centuries as England toil on day one of the first Test at Headingley.
Murder accused remanded after woman's 2023 death
Abdul Sami, from Bradford, is accused of murdering 42-year-old Rizwana Kauser two years ago.
Neo-Nazi paedophile admits having gunpowder manual
Martyn Gilleard was sentenced to 12 years in 2008 for terrorism offences and having indecent images.
Giants' new stadium plans dealt blow by council
The council says the club's favoured site is "crucial" for economic development rather than sport.
Huddersfield half-back Clune out for season
Huddersfield Giants half-back Adam Clune is ruled out for the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.
Hull KR score nine tries in Castleford thrashing
Watch highlights as Super League leaders Hull KR score nine tries in a comprehensive 48-0 victory at Castleford Tigers.
Woman, 79, dies after being hit by bus
The woman's family have paid tribute to her after the crash in Leeds city centre on Monday.
Plans approved for town's market upgrade and park
Dewsbury Market will be updated and a new park created next to it, Kirklees Council says.
Rabies death sparks 'jump in vaccine inquiries'
A pharmacist warns supplies could come under pressure after the death of a British holidaymaker.
'If we get the assisted dying law wrong, some groups will be collateral damage'
Ahead of the latest Parliamentary vote, people explain how they feel about assisted dying proposals.
Leeds maternity units downgraded to 'inadequate'
Trust told to take immediate action to improve after unannounced inspections prompted by parent concerns.
Super League leaders Hull KR hammer Castleford
Super League leaders Hull KR thrash Castleford Tigers to make this their best ever start to a season.
Car meet driver caught speeding at 135mph on M62
The driver has been told to appear in court after the incident on the motorway on Sunday, police say.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Bradford face Aston Villa in semi
Bradford's reward for knocking Arsenal out of the Capital One Cup is a semi-final against Aston Villa, while Chelsea take on Swansea.
Leeds United 1-5 Chelsea
Chelsea come from a goal down to thrash Leeds at Elland Road and qualify for the Capital One Cup semi-finals.
Brentford 4-2 Bradford
Marcello Trotta scores twice as Brentford become the first side to beat Bradford in a cup game this season.
Wycombe v Bradford
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Wycombe and Bradford in League Two.
Lee given three-match suspension
Huddersfield striker Alan Lee is given a three-match ban for violent conduct in Saturday's 2-0 defeat at Hull.
Bakke tips Leeds to push Chelsea
Ex-Leeds midfielder Eirik Bakke believes they have a chance against a "jet-lagged" Chelsea in the League Cup.
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Lime e-bikes dumped in rivers 'posing pollution risk'
The Canal and River Trust says eight or nine are being pulled out a week in one city alone.
'Dad's killing won't drive us from our home'
Susan Kohli's father Bhim Kohli, 80, was fatally attacked just yards from the family home.
Thousands of bikers expected to celebrate life of Dave Myers
Several routes will be "very busy", as motorcyclists head to Barrow to remember TV chef Dave Myers.
'I went for 1,200 jobs but got only two interviews'
Deanna Woodhouse-Hawkins says she was only called for two job interviews within 18 months.
Have-a-go mow warning as councillor cuts grass on roundabout
The borough council has urged residents not to follow Dan Price's lead in cutting back the island.
How do zoo animals keep cool in a heatwave?
Zoos and rescue centres are turning to paddling pools, ice lollies and more to keep animals cool.
Search for suspected hand grenades found in canal
Police say a magnet fisher found seven devices, but only two were left on the bank.
PC charged with assisting offender and fraud
Jenade Yamin, who worked in the Calderdale area, is accused of 13 offences between 2019 and 2022.
New suspect details after two killed at lockdown party
Junior Ajose, 36, and Cheriff Tall, 21, were gunned down at a lockdown party five years ago.
WW2 shooting of black US soldier taught in school
Pte William Crossland was shot during racial violence between US troops stationed in Bamber Bridge.
Bee colony biggest I've dealt with, says keeper
About 80,000 bees are discovered in a wall cavity and are being relocated to a Southwold brewery.
Family 'devastated' after goats stolen from farm
The family had increased security at the farm in Dogdyke following another goat theft weeks before.
Source: BBC News
