Six dead in Mississippi shooting spree
At least six people have been killed in a shooting across three locations in West Point, Mississippi. A suspect is in custody. Our thoughts are with the victims' families.
At least six people have been killed in a shooting across three locations in West Point, Mississippi. A suspect is in custody. Our thoughts are with the victims' families.
Reform UK is under fire for proposed council tax increases in authorities it controls, contradicting election pledges to cut bills. Read the full story on the party's local governance challenges.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals three crucial checks to see if you're overpaying council tax. You could be owed £100s in discounts or a backdated refund of thousands.
Reform UK-led councils in Derbyshire and elsewhere are proposing maximum council tax rises, sparking accusations of 'empty rhetoric' from opponents after election promises to cut taxes.
A devastating fire has completely gutted the historic West Essex Golf Clubhouse near the M25. Over 60 firefighters battled the blaze, with no injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Two teenage girls have been sentenced for the manslaughter of Anthony Marks, 51, after their selfies and videos placed them at the scene of the brutal attack near King's Cross. Read the full story.
A major fire has torn through the historic West Essex Golf Club in London. Six crews are battling the blaze. All persons are accounted for and no injuries reported. Follow for live updates.
Three teenagers have been sentenced for the 'callous' murder of a homeless man near King's Cross. The case exposes the brutal reality of county lines drug gangs operating in London.
Record-breaking king tides and heavy rainfall cause severe flooding across California's Bay Area, prompting rescues and road closures. Read the latest updates on the extreme weather event.
A Barnet Council employee has been sentenced for fraud after working two full-time council jobs simultaneously. She must pay £10k compensation. Read the full story.
A woman has been found dead on a remote Colorado trail in what authorities suspect is a mountain lion attack, the first fatal incident of its kind in the area since 1999. Read the full investigation details.
A woman has been found dead on a Colorado trail in a suspected mountain lion attack. Authorities have euthanised two animals as the investigation continues. Read the latest.
How 22,000 trees and nature's hidden networks transformed a Derbyshire wasteland into a vibrant wildlife haven. Discover the remarkable story of environmental recovery.
A tiny wren takes up residence in a frosty, rickety greenhouse in Crook, County Durham, offering a glimpse into the resilient life of Britain's smallest breeding bird. Discover the story of this seasonal tenant.
Aaron Anderson, 14, from Consett, died after a John Deere Gator overturned on a County Durham farm. His family pay tribute to a 'cheeky chappie' with a passion for farming.
Aaron Anderson, 14, from Consett, died after a John Deere Gator overturned on a farm near Burnopfield. A 13-year-old was seriously injured. Police appeal for witnesses.
Jordan James scores his seventh of the season as Leicester secure a Championship double over Derby County. The win comes amid fan protests against the club's board over deferred staff wages.
Relive the defining cricket stories of 2025: Peter Moores' historic County Championship win, Mohammed Siraj's heroic Test performance, and Temba Bavuma's legacy-sealing catch. Discover the drama now.
Three men serving murder charges escaped a Georgia jail, hijacked a Lyft driver, and forced her on a 10-hour drive to Florida before capture. Read the shocking details.
A key county lines drug dealer from Croydon has been sentenced to nine years after police found a firearm wrapped in a scarf. Videos showed him firing an identical weapon.
The ECB faces a familiar post-Ashes review but lacks the authority to enforce the structural changes experts say are needed to end England's heavy defeats in Australia. Analysis by Matt Hughes.
Two Florida inmates who escaped from a county jail have been recaptured after a major search. Read the full story on the dramatic manhunt and investigation.
Derbyshire County Council's plan to shut eight residential care homes after a failed sale has been called a 'betrayal', putting over 200 jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story.
Reform UK's flagship Kent council votes to spend tens of thousands on political assistants, facing accusations of hypocrisy after promising to cut waste. Details on the budget crisis and controversial appointee inside.
A Kent council led by Reform UK faces accusations of obstructing transparency after a five-month delay in providing evidence for claimed £40m savings from scrapped green projects. Read the full investigation.
A former Tennessee lawman spent 37 days in jail over a Charlie Kirk meme. Now he's suing for First Amendment violations. Read his fight for free speech.
Elections for councils serving millions in England could be postponed to 2027, sparking accusations of a political 'stitch-up'. Read the latest on the local government reorganisation delays.
Fulton County DA Fani Willis testified before a Georgia state senate committee investigating her prosecution of Donald Trump. The hearing grew contentious as Willis hit back at her Republican critics.
Westminster City Council confirms hackers likely copied sensitive resident data in a November cyber attack. The council is investigating the breach's full impact. Find out which services are affected and how to get help.
From Renaissance art believed to cure plague to a modern £380m bird food industry, the goldfinch's red face has captivated us for centuries. Discover the folklore and magic in your Derbyshire garden.