Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live

They're top of the league but Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri has said he's not expecting to make any signings in January. 

Will that prove to be the right decision? Time will tell I guess. 

Leicester Mercury

An Ashby woman has spent just £4.05 on £574 worth of Christmas gifts, decorations and festive snacks., external

Image source, Leicester Mercury

Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live

Here's what's happening in Leicestershire: 

• Ambulance crews across Leicestershire are expecting a 20% increase in call outs tonight
• An Ashby woman has said vouchers have helped her to pick up all her Christmas shopping for less than £5
• Leicester City won't be buying in January, according to boss Claudio Ranieri

Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live

If you're heading out for the work Christmas party tonight, then spare a thought for those looking out for you. 

Image source, Athena Pictures

East Midlands Ambulance Service are preparing for one of their busiest nights of the year. 

They're predicting a 20% increase in call outs this evening as a result of "Mad Friday". 

Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live

Following Ian Stringer's effort earlier on, it now appears his BBC Radio Leicester colleagues are attempting to outdo his impressive sunrise picture. 

Here's producer Namrata Varia's effort...

Image source, Namrata Varia

And Jason Bourne's...

Image source, Jason Bourne

For the sake of inter departmental relations, I'll let you decide whose photo is the best. 

Sara Blizzard
BBC Weather

A dry start to the day, with a few brighter intervals.

Cloud will build from the west with some patchy outbreaks of rain expected at times. 

Mild, but with a brisk, south-westerly breeze. Maximum temperature 12C (54F). 

Ian Stringer
BBC Radio Leicester sport

Gorgeous sunrise over North West Leicestershire this morning.  

Image source, Ian Stringer

Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live

Before I go any further I thought I ought to share this picture of Santa getting stuck in the taxi protest in Leicester last night.  

But don't worry kids, I have it on good authority he's not going to be late this time next week.

Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live

Good morning folks and welcome to Friday on Local Live across Leicestershire. I'll be bringing you all the news, sport, weather and travel for the region. 

If you would like to share your pictures and stories as we head towards the big day, then get in touch via Facebook,, externalTwitter, external or email.