Leicester (city)

In the last 6 hours

Yob in anti-social behaviour hot spot escaped police after shoving officer and running off Leicestershire Live04:15

Yesterday

Man charged with two counts of rape, GBH and strangulation after 'serious sexual assault' in… Leicestershire Live14:31 23-May-25

Diabetes professor appointed chair for REF 2029 sub-panel The Diabetes Times12:19 23-May-25

Bihar's Chanakya National Law University inks pact with Leicester University The Economic Times11:40 23-May-25

Leicester man smuggled £4,500 worth of drugs into prison during visit Leicestershire Live10:36 23-May-25

All the pharmacies open in Leicester, Coalville, Loughborough, Market Harborough, Hinckley,… Leicestershire Live10:20 23-May-25

‘It’s shaping up to be a very good year’ for estate agents Property Industry Eye07:01 23-May-25

Flats plan for former nightclub gets green light BBC06:23 23-May-25

In the last 7 days

Man arrested after 'serious sexual assault' in Leicester Leicestershire Live14:48 22-May-25

Leicester man caught with cocaine gave a false name to police Leicestershire Live14:38 22-May-25

Police seize more illegal e-bikes and e-scooters in Leicester city centre Leicestershire Live13:07 22-May-25

Leicester logistics specialist secures £5 million contract Factory & Handling Solutions11:32 22-May-25

Made in Leicester: How do you rebuild after a supply chain scandal? Vogue Business10:47 22-May-25

Update on Leicester stabbing after 'attempted murder' arrests Leicestershire Live10:24 22-May-25

Logistics firm signs ‘milestone’ £5m contract TheBusinessDesk.com09:16 22-May-25

New bus routes announced for Leicester, Loughborough, Fosse Park, Coalville, Shepshed and… Leicestershire Live04:10 22-May-25

University to cut jobs as financial pressure mounts BBC18:18 21-May-25

Leicestershire man given unpaid work after injuring woman Leicestershire Live16:56 21-May-25

Leicester reportedly set to appoint former Saints boss Martin Daily Echo12:05 21-May-25

Man arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder after 2023 Leicester 'shooting' Leicestershire Live11:20 21-May-25

New arrest 18 months after double shooting BBC11:01 21-May-25

Leicester care home hosts compassionate dementia fundraiser event HC-One (Press Release)10:52 21-May-25

CCTV to target illegal parking in bus stop BBC10:00 21-May-25

Leicester Open Streets is back for 2025 Leicester City Council (Press Release)15:37 20-May-25

Construction boss avoids jail after worker died Health & Safety Matters15:05 20-May-25

Man left with serious injuries after 'being struck by car in Leicester street row' - five… Leicestershire Live13:37 20-May-25

Man found stabbed in Leicester car park - two arrested on suspicion of attempted murder Leicestershire Live12:05 20-May-25

£80m redevelopment planned for industrial land by Leicester’s waterways TheBusinessDesk.com12:00 20-May-25

Drivers warned as new CCTV parking enforcement set to begin in main Leicester road Leicestershire Live11:45 20-May-25

Enjoy free and low-cost fun in Leicester this half term Leicester City Council (Press Release)10:52 20-May-25

Bus stop camera enforcement due to begin on Evington Road Leicester City Council (Press Release)10:42 20-May-25

Community hubs fear for future amid consultation BBC06:14 20-May-25

Pothole blamed for drink-driver swerving around in Narborough Road Leicestershire Live04:28 20-May-25

Person in hospital after crash causes delays BBC12:15 19-May-25

Green theme for family event in Abbey Park Leicester City Council (Press Release)11:10 19-May-25

Stars back in home action after Leicester defeat Lynn News09:06 19-May-25

The number of people seeking asylum in every part of Leicestershire is revealed Leicestershire Live10:21 18-May-25

Residents in Leicester neighbourhood say they 'don’t feel safe' as crime rises Leicestershire Live04:21 17-May-25

'Little' Low Moor Lakers crowned National rounders champions in Leicester The Telegraph & Argus01:14 17-May-25

In the last month

From underdog to champion: Jamie Vardy bids farewell to the foxes ITV18:16 16-May-25

Construction boss avoids jail after worker died during house extension Health and Safety Executive (Press Release)14:02 16-May-25

Fox cub reunited with mum after being rescued from six foot drain in Leicester ITV12:23 16-May-25

New Lord Mayor takes on historic role Leicester City Council (Press Release)09:57 16-May-25

HIV and AIDS memorial garden unveiled in Leicester BBC06:57 16-May-25

People in Leicester asked to consider being foster carers Leicester City Council (Press Release)16:40 15-May-25

Pepsico invests in sustainability at Leicester factory Food & Drink International13:41 15-May-25

School transport funding decision to be reviewed BBC10:37 15-May-25

Leicester and Notts Pride ban political parties from 2025 parades TheBusinessDesk.com06:45 15-May-25

New bollards which rise out of road installed BBC06:43 15-May-25

Pop-up clinic checks for 'subtle' heart disease BBC06:43 15-May-25

Bulldozing of Leicestershire shopping centre on hold after council says approval is needed Leicestershire Live18:33 14-May-25

Major Leicester street to gain two more adult gaming centres in spite of concerns Leicestershire Live18:03 14-May-25

Three arrested after police find cannabis grow at Leicester house Leicestershire Live16:52 14-May-25

A First! This Study on Pregnancy in the Viking Age Illuminates Warrior Women and the Fate of Babies Arkeonews16:52 14-May-25

Nigerian Striker Taiwo Awoniyi In Coma After Surgery For Abdominal Injury Independent Nigeria16:10 14-May-25

Car damaged amid reported gun shots in Leicester street Leicestershire Live14:10 14-May-25

Work complete on upgrade for pedestrian zone bollards Leicester City Council (Press Release)11:54 14-May-25

Protesters seek protection from anti-social order BBC06:30 14-May-25

Man charged with nine offences following spate of alleged burglaries Leicestershire Live16:59 13-May-25

New scheme offers month-long e-cycle loans Leicester City Council (Press Release)12:00 13-May-25

'Faulty electrics' caused hospital restaurant fire BBC11:21 13-May-25

Businesses urged to prepare for single-use vapes ban Leicester City Council (Press Release)10:18 13-May-25

Former Derbyshire police officer punched hole in wall of partner's home during domestic row Derbyshire Live18:20 12-May-25

Police arrest three people after fatal crash BBC16:42 12-May-25

Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards for Young People 2025 winners announced Leicestershire County Council (Press Release)15:24 12-May-25

Opening date announced for cathedral extension BBC12:29 12-May-25

Arrest over social media post about mosque plan BBC11:27 12-May-25

UK towns harness nature to combat rising flood risk Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha07:26 12-May-25

Aggressive mum attacked restaurant manager with pair of scissors Leicestershire Live04:33 12-May-25

New Leicester off-licence sparks 'serious concern' over crime, litter and parking among… Leicestershire Live04:33 12-May-25

Man took drugs at baby shower before ripping ex-partner's door off hinges Leicestershire Live15:30 11-May-25

Hospital bosses issue statement after major blaze at Leicester Royal Infirmary Leicestershire Live14:57 11-May-25

Crime fears raised over Leicester bar’s late-night opening bid Leicestershire Live13:38 11-May-25

Fire breaks out at Leicester Royal Infirmary BBC12:35 11-May-25

Woman arrested over ‘threatening’ posts about Leicester mosque plan Leicestershire Live10:15 11-May-25

Man found with handgun and drugs in police stop outside Leicester B&Q Leicestershire Live09:45 11-May-25

Leicester off-licence bid sparks concerns over people drinking in back of shop Leicestershire Live16:57 10-May-25

Man jailed for firearms and drug offences BBC10:29 10-May-25

'Insensitive' police officer jailed for taking images of dying man Leicestershire Live13:30 9-May-25

Leicestershire County Council: Mayor says ‘political differences must not get in way’ after… Harborough Mail12:44 9-May-25

Leicester City Council seeks new contractor for £22m station revamp TheBusinessDesk.com11:25 9-May-25

Leicester retenders £22m station revamp after failed bid race Construction Enquirer08:24 9-May-25

Relatives recreate VE Day conga photo 80 years on BBC06:32 9-May-25

Man blocked city centre traffic by walking in road and shouting abuse Leicestershire Live04:11 9-May-25

'Hurting for us' - How Fernandes reacted to Leicester chant situation Daily Echo22:59 8-May-25

Coroner reaches conclusion on Leicester grandmother's 'brutal' killing Leicestershire Live15:38 8-May-25

City’s latest air quality figures among best on record Leicester City Council (Press Release)11:06 8-May-25

Plan to turn former pub into mosque approved BBC06:48 8-May-25

Sixes and out for social cricket brand as Leicester venue closes TheBusinessDesk.com06:24 8-May-25

Purpose-built facility planned to support long-term future of major manufacturer - scheme would support 150 jobs Insider Media06:04 8-May-25

Residents warned of rail disruption between Peterborough, Leicester and London this weekend Peterborough Telegraph01:18 8-May-25

Harwood-Bellis 'not surprised' by lengthy Fernandes chant at Leicester Daily Echo16:36 7-May-25

Join bike ride to Stoneywell and get free access to National Trust gem Leicester City Council (Press Release)13:12 7-May-25

Sunday closures planned on main city centre road BBC07:25 7-May-25

Six years in jail for woman who conned equity boss out of £250,000 TheBusinessDesk.com05:48 7-May-25

More e-bikes seized by police in Leicester city centre clampdown Leicestershire Live14:39 6-May-25

Charles Street Sunday closures planned to enable telecoms work Leicester City Council (Press Release)14:19 6-May-25

Vintage music and bell-ringing will mark VE Day in Leicester Leicester City Council (Press Release)13:58 6-May-25

Leicester man appears in court after alleged village 'break-in' Leicestershire Live13:13 5-May-25

Change announced on plans to end SEND transport BBC07:49 5-May-25

Man punched doorman who hit his friend then fled from police but fell over Leicestershire Live15:11 4-May-25

Paedophiles and rapists among those jailed in April Leicestershire Live11:08 4-May-25

Mystery knitter recreates VE Day party conga BBC07:36 4-May-25

'Much loved' father among 18 Leicester Mercury death notices this week Leicestershire Live04:21 4-May-25

Every word Rusk said on tactics at Leicester, substitutions and a warning to players Daily Echo03:54 4-May-25

Leicester woman conned businessman out of £250,000 in equity firm fraud Leicestershire Live14:58 3-May-25

Leicester supermarket boss reveals 'abuse and threats' amid rise in shoplifting Leicestershire Live11:55 3-May-25

City's WW2 voices to feature in new exhibition BBC07:22 3-May-25

Beulah Apostolic Church gets ready to celebrate 70 years Jamaica Gleaner06:24 3-May-25

Only one city centre worse than Leicester for rowdy drunks, figures show Leicestershire Live04:07 3-May-25

Saints predicted team to face Leicester as Saints chase points target Daily Echo03:50 3-May-25

Fractured forearm, Le Tissier's hat-trick and that goal: Benali's Leicester memories Daily Echo03:50 3-May-25

Man charged after 'police pursuit' through Leicester city centre Leicestershire Live16:36 2-May-25

City legend Steve Walsh joins MUGA relaunch as council invests £140k Leicester City Council (Press Release)15:07 2-May-25

Library marks 120 years with week of free activities Leicester City Council (Press Release)14:57 2-May-25

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