Updates for Friday 18 December 2015
More from 08:00 on Monday
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
It'll continue to feel mild this afternoon, but there will be a brisk southwesterly breeze so I'd keep your coat with you if you're planning to head out.
There might also be some patchy outbreaks of rain.
The emergency services in Leicestershire are bracing themselves for their busiest night of the year - as people party their way towards Christmas., external
Image source, Leicester MercuryCalum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
I've just received a rather handy Christmas travel guide for the rail network.
Here are some of the highlights...
East Midlands Trains and CrossCountry will be running normal Thursday services on Christmas Eve, ending at 20:00 and 19:00 respectively.
There will be no service by either provider on Christmas Day or Boxing Day.
After that, it gets a bit complicated, so bear with me.
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
The standout name missing from the Leicester Tigers' squad for this weekend's game against Munster is fly-half Owen Williams.
He misses out having jarred a knee last weekend in Limerick.
He's been replaced by Freddie Burns (pictured), who makes his first start of the season.
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Here's what's happening in Leicestershire:
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Freddie Burns will make his first start of the season for Leicester Tigers against Munster this weekend. , external
Image source, Getty Images
Quentin Rayner
East Midlands Today chief news reporter
From Nottingham Crown Court: The pair are yet to enter a plea.
Stephen Beadman (pictured left), 28, from Ibstock, is charged with rape and murder.
Image source, Court artistHis next door neighbour, 27-year-old Luke Harlow is accused of grooming and two counts of sexual activity with a child.
Their trial next year will be heard in front of a High Court judge and is expected to last for four weeks.
Quentin Rayner
East Midlands Today chief news reporter
A trial date has been set for the two men charged in relation to the murder of Leicestershire teenager Kayleigh Haywood.
Stephen Beadman, 28, from Ibstock and 27-year-old Luke Harlow, also from the town, will face a trial on 7 June at Nottingham Crown Court.
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Leicester City seem to be doing their best to rip up any sort of form book and records this year.
Image source, Getty ImagesSo it could be a positive that the Foxes have won only one of their 18 Premier League meetings with Everton and none of the last 11.
Reverse psychology and all that.
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Here's another amazing shot of that spectacular sunrise...
Image source, Marie BrownThank you to Marie Brown in Hinckley.
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Have you still got your Christmas shopping to do? Well how about this for a good way of getting it done.
Jennifer Drew from Ashby De La Zouch has bought decorations and gifts worth about £600 for less than a fiver.
She's done it by collecting coupons and vouchers.
If only I were that organised...
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Quote MessageWe expect it to be busy, busier than normal. Traditionally this last weekend before Christmas lots of people go out and there are lots of office parties. There'll be lots of drinking no doubt and that does bring its challenges, including an increase in incidents, not just for us, but for East Midlands Ambulance as well."
Insp Simon Preston, Leicestershire Police
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A police officer has been sacked for falsely telling her bosses a member of the public who had filmed her on duty had been threatening and abusive to her., external
Image source, Leicester MercuryCalum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
I've been enjoying looking at your photos of this morning's impressive sunrise across Leicestershire.
Image source, Deb SmallThanks to Deb Small for this effort in Theddingworth.
A care home in Hinckley has had to tighten its security after money was stolen from a safe on two occasions., external
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Richard Cockerill will name his side to face Munster at Welford Road this weekend at noon today.
Image source, David Rogers/Getty ImagesTigers secured a stunning 31-19 victory over the province in Limerick last Saturday.
Quentin Rayner
East Midlands Today chief news reporter
Kayleigh Haywood's family arrive for the first crown court appearance of men charged in connection with her murder.
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Here's what's happening in Leicestershire:
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
If you're planning on joining the majority of the country in having a festive tipple this evening, why don't you have a go at thishandy alcohol calculator?
But if you just want to enjoy your drink and not feel guilty, then I probably wouldn't bother.
