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Updates on Tuesday 12 April 2016
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield, Local Live
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We'll be back on Wednesday from 08:00 with more updates for South Yorkshire.
Don't forget to watch BBC Look North tonight at 18:30 for more on the back-to-back living that's set to make a comeback in Sheffield...
Paul Hudson
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
Tonight will be cloudy with outbreaks of rain largely dying out and with clear spells developing later leading to some fog patches. Minimum temperature 5C (41F).
Tomorrow, any fog patches clearing then a generally brighter day expected with some sunny intervals, although scattered showers are possible with a top temperature of about 14C (57F).
Rob Staton
BBC Radio Sheffield Sport
Doncaster's Jamie McDonell is set for another big fight in America - against Juan Carlos Payano.
The 30-year-old is eyeing up Scott Quigg and Lee Haskins as other potential opponents.
But according to trainer Dave Coldwell, McDonell is likely to be travelling back to the States to face Payano next:
BBC Look North, Yorkshire
The Bishop of Sheffield, the Right Reverend Dr Steven Croft, is leaving South Yorkshire to become the Bishop of Oxford.
He has been in the role for seven years, during which time Sheffield Cathedral hosted the traditional Maundy Money ceremony (pictured) and the Diocese of Sheffield celebrated its centenary.
BBC Sport
Sheffield's Danny Willett, has arrived back in the UK after becoming the first British winner of the US Masters in 20 years.
Willett became a father for the first time just before the tournament.
Oliver Wright
BBC News Online, Yorkshire
An 18-year-old man has been sentenced to a 12-month community order for witness intimidation.
Kaleem Ali, of Clough Road, Masborough, was found guilty of the offence last month.
Rotherham Magistrates' Court heard how Ali approached a child sexual exploitation victim in Rotherham in March 2015.
Ali’s father, Qurban Ali, was jailed in February for the sexual abuse of 15 young girls in Rotherham.
Today, Ali was sentenced to a 12-month community order, a curfew between 19:00 and 07:00 for 12 weeks and was electronically tagged.
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield, Local Live
Sheffield City Council plans to hold a civic reception in golfer David Willett's honour.
They'll also award him a star on Sheffield’s famous "Legends" walk of fame alongside other remarkable sons and daughters of this great city from Sir Michael Palin, to Jessica Ennis-Hill and Helen Sharman.
Image source, AFP/GettyQuote MessageI would like to say a huge congratulations to Danny Willett on behalf of the city of Sheffield. We are incredibly proud of Danny’s achievements, especially considering he started his golfing career on one of our council golf courses."
Councillor Talib Hussain, Lord Mayor of Sheffield
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield, Local Live
A Sheffield man's been found guilty of multiple sexual offences against vulnerable girls and women, external.
Owen Smith, 50, appeared before Sheffield Crown Court on trial this week charged with five counts of rape, two counts of trafficking and two charges of sexual assault.
Image source, South Yorkshire PoliceHe's been found guilty of five counts of rape, two charges of sexual assault and one count of trafficking.
The court heard how Smith, of Hawley Street, Sheffield, used his position as a mental health worker to gain the trust of his victims, who were vulnerable teenage girls and young women.
Smith has been remanded in custody to be sentenced on Tuesday 10 May 2016.
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield, Local Live
Image source, South Yorkshire PolicePolice in Rotherham are asking for your help to trace, external missing 14-year-old Ethan Davies. Ethan, who lives in Barnsley, was reported missing at about 13:30 today after leaving the Magna Science Centre in Sheffield Road where he was on a school trip.
Police are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare and are asking anyone who may have seen him or may know where he is to call police on 101.
Kat Cowan
Reporter, BBC Radio Sheffield
How's this for a book launch?
A book marking the 35th anniversary of the maiden flight of Space Shuttle Columbia was literally launched into space this morning - and from a park in Oughtibridge in Sheffield, no less!
Rob Staton
BBC Radio Sheffield
The Reds' caretaker boss has been speaking to me ahead of tonight's game with Oldham...
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield, Local Live
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a 22-year-old Sheffield woman.
The 37-year-old man, from the Colchester area, was arrested this afternoon after a murder investigation was launched.
He has been remanded in custody where he will be questioned by detectives.
More to follow.
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield, Local Live
MPs are holding an emergency debate on the future of the steel industry following Tata Steel's decision to sell off its UK operations.
The Labour MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge, Angela Smith, has told the Commons that "every F1 car has a bit of Stocksbridge steel" in it.
She's said she's proud of what's being done in the town, but she's appealed for government help.
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BBC Look North, Yorkshire
Back-to-back living is returning to Sheffield more than 60 years after the clearance of the slums close to the city centre.
Architects and developers have been given the go-ahead to create affordable back-to-back homes for the future.
More on BBC Look North BBC1, 18:30
BBC Sport
Reflecting on Danny Willett's triumph at The Masters, BBC golfing correspondent Iain Carter says his victory was "no fluke".
While the wider sporting public can now wake up to the fact that the UK has a new golfing hero, those close to the game have been more than aware of the talents of the 28-year-old from Sheffield, he says.
You can read more about Willett's rise to the top here.
Image source, Getty ImagesJenny Cork
BBC Sheffield, Local Live
MPs are debating the future of the UK steel industry in the House of Commons.
Today's debate follows the announcement that Tata Steel is beginning the formal process of selling its loss-making UK plants.
Image source, ReutersThousands of workers in England and Wales risk losing their jobs if a deal to buy the plants cannot be struck.
Yesterday, it emerged that a deal has been signed to safeguard more than 4,000 jobs at Tata's steelworks at Scunthorpe.
House of Commons
Parliament
There's currently a debate on the future of the UK steel industry in the House of Commons.
It follows the announcement that Tata Steel is beginning the formal process of selling its loss-making UK plants.
Labour's Angela Eagle has called on her counterpart, Business Secretary Sajid Javid, to present "a comprehensive plan to secure the future of our vital steel industry" and accused the government of having "an ideologically-driven reluctance to get involved".
"Such debates are rare but the situation now facing the steel industry cannot be categorised as anything other than an emergency," the Labour frontbencher says.
Sheffield is the best city in the world.
But it is time to speak up and make a difference. As a Sheffielder born and bred, I am sick to the back teeth of watching our big city rivals thrive and sparkle around us, external...
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Andy Giddings
Sports Editor, BBC Sheffield
Barnsley FC head coach Paul Heckingbottom has added his voice to those suggesting the Reds and Adam Hammill are a perfect match.
Image source, PAThe 28-year-old's future is unclear with his contract up in the summer, although both parties have expressed interest in an extended contract.
Heckingbottom says Hamill is enjoying a "love affair" with the club in his second spell.
"The brand of football we're trying to play probably suits Adam. The fans appreciate that and like the way the club's trying to play. He's produced big moments...They love him to bits," says Heckingbottom.
Owain Wyn Evans
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
A few heavy showers are likely at times this afternoon, with the odd rumble of thunder possible...
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