Murder investigation launched after teen's death
Teenager in hospital after Lenton stabbing
Factory worker 'ordered poison from IS commander'
Dozens clamped in Nottingham vehicle tax clampdown
'Lifeline' bingo hall unexpectedly closes
Bleeding bride ties the knot at Halloween wedding
Live updates for Wednesday 1 November 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
A police cordon is in place in Lenton after a teenager was stabbed in the chest.
It happened on Albert Grove early this morning. The 19-year-old man was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious condition.
Police have said patrols in the area have been "stepped up" to provide reassurance for the local community.
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
In case you missed the drama between junctions 20 and 21 of the M1 yesterday...
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The northbound carriageway was closed for about two hours. The southbound side closed for more than four hours, reopened for rush hour, then closed again overnight for resurfacing.
Fortunately, the driver was uninjured.
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
A motorist has been caught by police driving at 87mph in a 30mph zone in Fleckney.
Image source, Leicestershire PoliceThe driver was one of 15 caught breaking the speed limit on Saddington Road during a three-hour operation this morning.
Image source, GoogleAnother two drivers were found to have no insurance and had their vehicles seized.
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Up to eight fire crews were involved in tackling a blaze at a factory in Shepshed last night.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service received several calls about the fire on Ashby Road Central just before 21:00.
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Image source, Dan FallonA crew from Loughborough was due to revisit the scene this morning to reinspect the site.
The cause of the fire is currently "under investigation".
Gavin Bevis
BBC Local Live
Today's Prime Minister's Questions began with Bolsover MP Dennis Skinner demanding to know why homes in the north of England were being demolished to make way for HS2 but were being protected by tunnels in the south.
Theresa May responded it was a question for the Department for Transport but said HS2 would bring major benefits to the north.
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Police are at the scene of a suspected murder in Leicester.
A 17-year-old boy died after being found injured on Ross Walk last night. Another teenager is receiving treatment for "injuries not believed to be life threatening".
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
A 16-year-old boy is arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after two 17-year-olds are found injured.
Read MoreNottingham Forest's 3-1 loss to Reading is "a shot across the bows" for their promotion hopes, says boss Mark Warburton.
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BBC Local Live
Police have named a motorcyclist who died in a crash in Osbaston at the weekend as 47-year-old David Rowley.
The motorbike he was riding collided with a car on the A447 Hinckley Road on Sunday afternoon.
Mr Rowley, from Normanton le Heath, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Gavin Bevis
BBC Local Live
Police are worried about a 16-year-old girl who's been missing for five days, external.
Megan Linley was last seen in the Mapperley area at about 20:00 on Friday.
Anyone who knows where she might be is asked to call 101.
Image source, Nottinghamshire PoliceGavin Bevis
BBC Local Live
Nottinghamshire have signed batsman Chris Nash on a three-year deal, external.
The 34-year-old right-handed opener moves to Trent Bridge after being released by Sussex last week.
Notts head coach Peter Moores handed Nash his first contract at Sussex and the former England Lions player said he was looking forward to playing for him again.
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BBC Local Live
A 19-year-old man has been taken to hospital after being stabbed in the chest outside a house in Lenton.
Police said it happened in Albert Grove shortly before 06:00.
The teenager is in a serious condition and a cordon has been put up while investigations are carried out.
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BBC Local Live
Boat enthusiasts gathered at Cromford Wharf this morning to watch a historic boat being lifted out of the canal.
The Birdswood was originally built in the 1930s as a coal transporter -- but four years ago was purchased and turned into a visitor attraction.
It's being inspected and cleaned before returning to the water in December ready for Christmas boat trips.
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a teenager.
Emergency services were called to Ross Walk in the Belgrave area of Leicester last night.
Two 17-year-old boys were found injured - one has since died. Police are treating the death as suspicious.
Image source, Bobby CosgroveThe second teenager's injuries are not believed to be life threatening and he is undergoing treatment.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. He is in police custody being questioned by detectives.
Police have closed off roads in the area while they carry out a forensic examination.
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Leicestershire County Cricket's chief executive said the last six months have been the "hardest of his life".
The Foxes finished bottom of the County Championship after failing to win a single game this season.
The club also faced having points deducted and a player leaving.
Image source, Getty ImagesWasim Khan said: "You can't help but take it personally because you feel so passionately about what you're doing. A loss is horrible.
"Driving back to Birmingham after we've lost a game and it hurts. You find it hard to distance yourself emotionally from that because you're putting you life and soul into it."
He's confident the club's new head coach Paul Nixon will help turn things around. He's also learnt to stop taking work home with him.
Gavin Bevis
BBC Local Live
A teenager has been charged after another teenager was stabbed during a fight in Derby city centre.
Police said a 19-year-old man suffered serious injuries when he was attacked in the underpass between Bass' Recreation Ground and the River Gardens on Saturday afternoon.
A second 19-year-old man has been charged with wounding with intent and possessing an offensive weapon and is due to appear before magistrates later.
Police added the two men are thought to know each other.
Gavin Bevis
BBC Local Live
Defeat at Reading last night cost Nottingham Forest their chance to jump into the play-off places.
Two John Swift goals and an own goal from Reds keeper Jordan Smith meant all three points went to the home side. Ben Osborn scored a late consolation for Forest.
Forest now sit 13th in the Championship table - two points off sixth.
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Christmas is officially on its way - the 60ft tree is going up in Nottingham's Old Market Square this morning.
It will be decked out with 4,000 lights ready for the switch-on on 17 November.
Decorations are also going up across Leicester - this is outside the Town Hall.
Gavin Bevis
BBC Local Live
Police had to escort a loose horse from a major road in Notts yesterday.
The animal was encountered by officers driving along the A60 near Mansfield Woodhouse shortly before 17:00.
Image source, Nottinghamshire PolicePC Adam Pace said: "After a short pursuit and with help from the public, the horse was detained and taken back to her field unharmed."
Small police cars are sometimes referred to as panda cars - just to clear up any confusion over the headline.
Gavin Bevis
BBC Local Live
Police have released a photo, external of a woman they believe may have witnessed an assault at a nightclub in Derby.
The alleged attack happened in the ladies' toilet at MooMoo Clubrooms in St James' Street at about 03:30 on Friday 15 September.
Image source, Derbyshire PoliceDet Con Russell Slater said: “She is not in any trouble. However, we are very keen to speak to her as what she witnessed is vital to our investigation."