Morgan to go as MP after 'clear impact' on familypublished at 09:13 Greenwich Mean Time 31 October 2019
The Loughborough MP says she "can't commit to another five-year term" in a letter to her party.
Read MoreMorgan to go as MP after 'clear impact' on familypublished at 09:13 Greenwich Mean Time 31 October 2019
Two in hospital after being hit by car on Maid Marian Waypublished at 09:11 Greenwich Mean Time 31 October 2019
David Pittam
BBC News OnlineMaid Marian Way in Nottingham was closed last night after a man and a woman were hit by a car.
They were taken to hospital but the extent of their injuries is not yet known.
A diversion was put up after the crash at about 22:45 but the road is now open again.
Image source, GoogleHomes without water after main bursts in Derbypublished at 09:07 Greenwich Mean Time 31 October 2019
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsA burst water main has been causing disruption in Sinfin Lane, Derby, since early this morning, external.
Severn Trent Water said its engineers were working to repair the pipe but homes and businesses may still experience water supply interruptions or low pressure.
Watch: Today's weather for the East Midlandspublished at 08:51 Greenwich Mean Time 31 October 2019
If you're looking for that handy lightning storm you need to bring your freshly-built monster to life, I'm afraid you're out of luck.
Today's weather will be bright and dry - perfect for trick or treating, although make sure to wrap up warm because it's going to drop to about 7C (45F) as the witching hour approaches.
But for the ghosts, ghouls and anything that goes bump (outside) in the night, expect it to get a little bit wet - rain is set to hit at about 03:00 and will carry on until Friday afternoon.
Media caption, Watch: Today's weather for the East Midlands
Happy Halloween!
Pub regular, 89, 'thrilled' as locals fix up homepublished at 00:19 Greenwich Mean Time 31 October 2019
Carl Marshall's hometown rallies to revamp his home - a former outhouse plagued by damp and mice.
Read MoreDerby County sack captain Keoghpublished at 19:49 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Derby County sack captain Richard Keogh for gross misconduct over his involvement in a crash that led to the arrest of two of his team-mates.
Read MoreSir Alan Duncan will not stand for re-electionpublished at 19:37 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Sir Alan Duncan was first elected in 1992 but says the job of an MP is now "far less dignified".
Read MoreMen sentenced for brawl before helicopter crashpublished at 17:02 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
The four men were involved in a fight outside King Power Stadium an hour before the fatal crash.
Read MoreWatch: Drone footage of Newark floodingpublished at 16:07 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsThis drone footage shows the impact days of heavy rain has had on Newark.
Environment Agency flood warnings are still in place for the River Trent in Collingham and Carlton-on-Trent.
Long Eaton fireworks cancelled due to muddy conditionspublished at 15:21 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsSaturday's bonfire and fireworks display at West Park in Long Eaton has been cancelled due to muddy conditions.
An inspection of the site this morning showed many parts were still waterlogged and Erewash Borough Council said it was concerned it could become a mudbath if thousands of people walk across it.
Image source, Erewash Borough CouncilAnyone who has already bought tickets to the pirate-themed event will receive a refund.
Councillor Mike Wallis said: "Let's just hope for better weather next year."
Girl, 15, suffers injuries after being hit by carpublished at 15:15 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Sandish Shoker
BBC NewsA girl who was hit by a car being pursued by two police vehicles suffered leg and wrist injuries, the police watchdog has said.
A spokesman for the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said the girl, aged 15, was struck at about 22:00 last night in Broxtowe Lane and was given first aid by officers at the scene.
He said police attempted to stop a Vauxhall Astra, which had been reported driving at excess speed, when a "brief pursuit ensued involving two police cars and moments later the suspect vehicle collided with a 15-year-old girl pedestrian".
The watchdog is investigating Nottinghamshire Police's involvement in the incident.
Rutland and Melton MP to stand down after 27 yearspublished at 15:11 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Amy Woodfield
BBC NewsThe MP for Rutland and Melton has joined a growing list of politicians that will not be standing in December's general election.
Sir Alan Duncan has held what is thought to be the safest Conservative seat in the region since 1992.
Image source, Getty ImagesWatch: Knife Angel leaves Derby on back of lorrypublished at 14:59 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsThe Knife Angel sculpture has departed for Chester after several weeks stood outside Derby Cathedral.
About 125,000 people are estimated to have visited the sculpture, built from 100,000 seized knives.
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End of youtube videoFire breaks out at Kibworth garagepublished at 14:17 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Gavin Bevis
BBC NewsCrews are dealing with a fire at a garage in Kibworth.
At least four fire engines have been sent to Fleckney Road after the blaze broke out shortly before 13:00.
Image source, Simon MatchettDerbyshire Dales MP to stand down after 33 yearspublished at 12:31 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
The ex-Transport Secretary and Conservative Party chairman has been in Parliament for more than three decades.
Read MoreGirl in hospital after being hit by vehiclepublished at 12:03 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Sandish Shoker
BBC NewsA pedestrian who was hit by a vehicle which was being pursued by police has now been identified as a girl.
Nottinghamshire Police initially said a woman had been struck by a vehicle, but a spokesman said that information was incorrect.
The girl was hit in Broxtowe Lane at about 22:03 after the vehicle failed to stop for police.
She was taken to hospital but her injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
Image source, GoogleThe force said they were now trying to trace the driver who abandoned the vehicle in nearby Bells Lane on the Broxtowe Estate and fled.
Roads in the area have been closed while the collision is investigated, and the force said the incident has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
Child rapist branded 'a disgrace' by judgepublished at 10:45 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Tony Clough subjected boys to "a campaign of sexual abuse", and left them "scarred for life", a judge says.
Read MoreMcLoughlin to step down as Derbyshire Dales MPpublished at 10:30 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Chris Doidge
BBC Radio Derby, political reporterDerbyshire Dales MP Sir Patrick McLoughlin has announced he is standing down after 33 years.
Saying he would give Boris Johnson his "full support", he said: "I think it's time to allow somebody else to have that opportunity and I will work incredibly hard for a Conservative victory at the election."
CCTV image released after Ilkeston 'substance attack'published at 10:16 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Sandish Shoker
BBC NewsDerbyshire Police has released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to about an assault in Ilkeston in which a substance was thrown in another man's face.
Officers were called to Bath Street at 10:25 on Sunday 20 October after a 27-year-old man suffered facial injuries. He was taken to hospital for treatment.
Image source, Derbyshire PoliceDet Con Nicola Findler said the substance "had been sent off for analysis" and could take several weeks to identify.
"It was initially thought the victim and attacker were known to each other," she added. "But following further inquiries we understand this may not be the case."
Derbyshire bring in fast bowler Cohenpublished at 09:51 Greenwich Mean Time 30 October 2019
Derbyshire sign South African-born fast bowler Michael Cohen on a two-year deal.
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