East London man jailed for life after killing brother
Peter John, 59, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 15 years for murdering his brother Miller John in a brutal attack in their Hackney home. Read the full story.
Peter John, 59, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 15 years for murdering his brother Miller John in a brutal attack in their Hackney home. Read the full story.
Raynolph Asante found guilty of murdering 20-year-old Jason Romeo on a Hackney street. The Old Bailey trial heard the fatal stabbing followed a dispute over a girl. Read the full story.
Hackney Council tries to calm fears for iconic MOTH Club as 30,000 oppose flats plan. Mayor gives assurances, but Music Venue Trust warns safeguards are not guaranteed. Read the latest.
Hackney Council has approved a new 'child-centred and anti-racist' education strategy to tackle disproportionate exclusions of Black and SEND pupils. Learn what the plan entails.
Baxter's Court in Hackney, a beloved local pub, has reopened just a month after its closure by Wetherspoons. The DC Lion pub operator has taken over, promising a new chapter for the community hub.
The sister of vulnerable Hackney man Jason Scarfe, missing since November, makes an emotional plea for his safe return as her only Christmas wish. Police reissue appeal.
Discover why Hackney's De Beauvoir Town has been named a top place to live. Residents reveal the secrets of its peaceful canalside charm and vibrant community spirit.
A coroner has urged a property firm to act on damp and mould after an inquest into the death of six-month-old Abdullah Ali in Hackney. The family's flat had knee-high black mould.
The Hackney Empire's 2025 Cinderella pantomime delivers festive fun without its iconic dame Clive Rowe on stage. Read our review of this classy, family-friendly show running until 31 December.
Discover the hidden Hackney supper club where LEON reimagines its menu for a Middle Eastern feast. All proceeds support The Felix Project's fight against food inequality in London.
A 22-year-old Brent man has been charged with murder following a fatal stabbing on Wembley's High Road. The victim died in hospital. Full details on the court appearance and police investigation.
A murder probe is underway after a 19-year-old man was found with stab wounds in Chatham. A man in his 30s has been arrested. Police have cordoned off the area.
A 22-year-old man was fatally stabbed in a Post Office on Wembley's High Road. Police are hunting the attacker after shoppers, including mothers with prams, fled in terror. Call 101 with information.
Joshua Michals, 26, claims he acted in self-defence when he fatally stabbed fellow student Zhe Wang in her Lewisham flat. The Old Bailey murder trial continues.
Discover London's next music stars at a free multi-genre showcase in Hackney. Featuring seven emerging R&B, pop and rap artists on 30th November. Don't miss this community event!
Labour-run Hackney Council petitions government for rent cap powers as borough sees 49% rent rise since 2010. Could this be the solution to London's housing crisis?
A 19-year-old man was rushed to hospital with non-life-threatening stab wounds on Rope Street, Surrey Quays. Police are investigating and appeal for witnesses. Call 101 with info.
Discover Equal Parts on Hackney Road, a 5-star cocktail bar with atmospheric Edward Hopper-inspired decor and exceptional equal-measure drinks. Read our review.
Multiple London councils hit by a significant cyber attack, forcing IT shutdowns and critical threat level escalation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Liz Johnson Artur's new book PDA immortalises the inclusive spirit of Hackney's legendary queer club night through intimate photography capturing freedom and self-expression.
A person was rushed to hospital after a stabbing near Lampton Secondary School in Feltham. Police are investigating the incident which occurred on School Walk.
The family of Jason Scarfe, 56, are desperately concerned for his health as freezing temperatures hit London. Police urge anyone with information to call 101.
Barthimaus Ehiemere, 25, from Hackney, has been sentenced for grooming and raping boys as young as 12. Police believe there could be hundreds more victims and urge them to come forward.
East London's trendiest pub, the Spurstowe Arms, is taking over The Elderfield in Lower Clapton this December. Discover the plans for this new venture and what it means for the local community.
Over 1,500 residents petition Hackney Council to reopen roads closed by Low Traffic Neighbourhoods, as data questions their environmental impact. Discover the local divide.
Tilda Butterworth bought an old camera in a Hackney charity shop and discovered 10 undeveloped photos inside. She's now trying to find the family pictured in what appears to be early 2000s Christmas memories.
Hackney's Green mayoral candidate Zoë Garbett calls to dismantle the Met following a damning report revealing systemic racism. Discover the findings and political reactions.
A Hackney landlord failed to overturn a £14,000 rent repayment order for running an unlicensed HMO. The tribunal rejected his hardship claim after he revealed owning a £1.4m home. Read the full details.
Fabio Coelho, 40, stole lawn balls, scout badges and sunglasses in Wilmslow vehicle thefts. The Hackney man received 25 weeks in prison and a 5-year ban from Cheshire towns. Read the full story.
A person has been hospitalised after a stabbing on Ridley Road, Dalston. Police are investigating the broad daylight attack which occurred near the busy market. Get the latest updates.