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Vile man who laughed as online group encouraged American to take his own life jailed
Dylan Phelan, who kept a recording of vulnerable Travis Dyer taking his own life, has been jailed
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Two former council staff arrested amid 'bribery' investigation - police statement
The two men were questioned as part of an ongoing inquiry by the Economic Crime Unit
The Entrepreneur Festival: UKREiiF founder reveals plans for major new business event in Leeds next summer
The man who founded a nationally-significant real estate conference which brings thousands of people to Leeds each year is creating another major event in the city.
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'Thought-provoking' drama filmed in Bradford that left viewers in tears now streaming
Ali and Ava, the romantic British drama set in Bradford starring Claire Rushbrook and Adeel Akhtar, is free to watch on BBC iPlayer and leaving viewers in tears
Flutter Entertainment: Sky Betting & Gaming owner to delist from London Stock Exchange
Flutter Entertainment, the online sports betting and gaming company, has announced that it plans to delist from the London Stock Exchange.
Hunt for Hunslet necklace grabber as police probe launched
A man made off with the woman's necklace while snatching it from behind as she sat on a bench
Frustration as less than 10% Leeds school care plans delivered on time
Just 7.4 per cent of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) were issued within the 20-week statutory deadline in Leeds, as demand for SEND support rises
Murder probe launched after woman, 51, found dead in Leeds
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 51-year-old woman was found dead at a property in Leeds.
Leeds murder investigation after woman found dead and man fights for life
Man held on suspicion of murder
'I feel like an empty shell after what he did to me' says brave mum of 3
Mum left injured after headbutting attack in front of children
Gig review: Tamikrest at Belgrave Music Hall, Leeds
The newly expanded Tuareg desert blues band subtly shake off tradition-minded stylistic constraints.
Dozens arrested as Leeds police swoop on domestic and child abuse suspects
Victims have been encouraged to come forward
North Star Coffee opens new site in historic Leeds city centre shopping centre
Victoria Leeds has welcomed independent Leeds-based coffee roasters, North Star Coffee, to the Victoria Quarter shopping centre.
Hull KR v York Knights: Willie Peters talks up crucial period for Super League champions
Willie Peters believes the next three weeks will provide a clearer indication of Hull KR's title prospects.
Exciting new opening launches in the heart of Leeds city centre
Many will be delighted to see it open
Blacks Solicitors delivers record financial year alongside new brand
The Yorkshire-based law firm Blacks has delivered record turnover over its last financial year and launched a new brand identity to support its growth.
Giant chess set locked away in 'unfair over reaction' after workers attacked
Many people depend on the giant chess set which has been a city staple since 1981
Alistair Brownlee to lead Team GB's rising stars at Youth Olympics in Dakar
Yorkshire Olympic great Alistair Brownlee OBE is expanding his portfolio of roles post athletics career by taking on a big new role for Team GB.
Drivers feel 'short-changed' over taxes as potholes remain, AA warns
Tackling potholes must not be a “periphery issue” a motoring leader has warned, after reports this year of a 10-fold increase in parts of Yorkshire.
Leeds 10K 2026 road closures: Where will roads be closed in the Yorkshire city, when will they be closed and for how long?
Ahead of the Leeds 10K 2026 race, various road closures will be enforced in the city as well as roads with restricted access to ensure the safety of the people participating in this year’s charity run.