'Fake' police car was real officerpublished at 11:47 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
Drivers had been warned to be on the lookout for an imposter in a black car with flashing blue lights.
Read More'Fake' police car was real officerpublished at 11:47 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
Staffordshire celebrates Oatcake Daypublished at 11:44 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
Allen Cook
BBC NewsPeople around the world may well be eating a Staffordshire delicacy today - as 8 August is Oatcake Day. , external
The first one was organised in 2010 and the day aims to get recognition for The Potteries' much-loved signature dish.
For those not aware of the foodstuff, also occasionally called the Tunstall Tortilla and Clay Suzette, imagine a pancake or French crepe but using oats and you're not far off.
Oatcakes are made from a batter of oatmeal, flour, milk and water and are cooked on a griddle.
Last year, we on BBC News told you of their worldwide appeal and I'm sure there'll be people globally raising a fork to the air in celebration today.
Man in court on midwife Samantha Eastwood murder chargepublished at 10:48 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
Sophie Calvert
Political Reporter, BBC Radio StokeA man has appeared at Stafford Crown Court today, charged with the murder of 28-year-old midwife Samantha Eastwood.
Image source, Samantha EastwoodMichael Stirling, of Gratton Road, Bucknall, appeared via video link and was remanded into custody, to next appear at the same court in October.
The body of Ms Eastwood was discovered in rural ground near Caverswall, Staffordshire, on Saturday, eight days after she was reported missing.
Mr Stirling, 32, is the brother-in-law of Ms Eastwood's ex-fiancé John Peake.
Police admit they've been chasing their own carpublished at 10:19 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
Allen Cook
BBC NewsA suspected fake police car's turned out to be a genuine, unmarked police vehicle, a force has revealed.
Last month, Staffordshire Police warned motorists that a black car with flashing blue lights and a siren had approached a moped in Blurton, Stoke-on-Trent.
They said then that the driver claimed to be a police officer and that other sightings of the vehicle had been made in the city in Longton, Fenton, Hartshill and on the A50.
But now, they say their investigation's found the original report involved an off-duty officer from Leek, who stopped a moped which they say was being ridden dangerously.
Quote MessageI can assure people we are now confident that there is not someone in a rogue vehicle stopping other drivers by pretending to be a police officer.”
Sgt Laura Morrey, Staffordshire Police
In the papers: Man back in court accused of midwife murderpublished at 09:52 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
Stoke-on-Trent LiveHere are some of the top stories to feature on the Stoke-on-Trent Live website this morning:
Man due to appear in court over midwife murderpublished at 08:56 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
A man accused of the murder of a Stoke-on-Trent midwife is due to appear at Stafford Crown Court later this morning.
The body of Samantha Eastwood was found on Saturday near Caverswall, eight days after she failed to turn up for work at the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
Image source, Family handoutMichael Stirling of Gratton Road in Bucknall, is due to appear via video link at the court.
The 32-year-old, the brother-in-law of Ms Eastwood's ex-fiancé John Peake, is charged with the murder of the 28-year-old midwife.
Image source, PAPeaty in the running of another gold medalpublished at 08:12 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
BBC SportHaving already broken the 50m breaststroke European Championships record in Tuesday's heats, Staffordshire swimmer Adam Peaty did it again, storming clear to win his semi-final in a time of 26.23secs - 0.57secs clear of his nearest rival last night.
Peaty goes for a 10th European Championship gold medal later in the 50m Breaststroke at 16:48. Follow coverage on BBC Sport.
Image source, Getty ImagesWasp call-outs treble as number of nests soarpublished at 07:51 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
Joanne Malin
BBC Midlands TodayPest controllers in some parts of Staffordshire say they've seen a major increase in the number of wasp related call-outs across the county.
Calls have trebled to Stafford Borough Council compared with this time last year.
The hot weather has brought out the queens to trigger more nests.
The wasp season also started earlier as the warm weather resulted in an abundance of fruit, in fields and gardens.
Showers possible this afternoonpublished at 07:17 British Summer Time 8 August 2018
Sara Blizzard
BBC WeatherThis morning, many areas will remain dry with spells of sunshine.
There's the chance, especially later, of the odd shower though we'll still see some sunshine - highs of 21C (70°F).
Media caption, Latest weather forecast for the West Midlands
Woman who died in horse drawn carriage crash namedpublished at 18:35 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
The woman who died in a crash involving a horse drawn carriage has been named by police.
Valerie Ann Gilbert, 60, from Stone was a passenger in the carriage which was being pulled by a single horse travelling towards Stone on Uttoxeter Road at Hilderstone on Sunday afternoon.
A 55-year-old man who was the carriage driver was taken to hospital with serious leg injuries.
Horse-drawn carriage death woman namedpublished at 17:37 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
Valerie Ann Gilbert was aged 60 and from Stone, police said.
Read MoreSexting MP faces calls to step downpublished at 16:39 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
Andrew Griffiths resigned his ministerial role after sending 2,000 lewd messages to two women.
Read MoreMan arrested on suspicion of having handgunpublished at 15:57 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
A man has been arrested on suspicion of having a handgun on a residential street.
Staffordshire Police were called to Park Terrace in Tunstall at about 12:20 overnight after reports of a man with a gun.
Officers say the 25-year-old is being questioned on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to cause violence.
Image source, GoogleIn the papers: 'Flowers laid outside home of 'murdered midwife'published at 15:51 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
Stoke-on-Trent LiveThe top stories on Stoke-on-Trent live today include:
'Illegal immigrants' found in lorry on M6published at 15:39 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
The eleven men who were found on the M6 Toll in Staffordshire were treated for dehydration.
Read More'You've goat to be kidding me!'published at 14:22 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
Stephanie Barnard
BBC NewsThis could be the most heartwarming picture you see all day...
Firefighters , external were called out last night to a field in Alsager after this goat got its head stuck in a fence.
Image source, Cheshire FireThankfully bolt cutters and the helping hands of the Crewe and Alsager firemen saved the goat which is now in the care of the RSPCA.
Image source, Cheshire FireMore than £10k raised for midwifepublished at 14:11 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
Stephanie Barnard
BBC NewsMore than £10,000 has been raised towards the funeral costs for a midwife found dead in woodland.
Samantha Eastwood's body was discovered in rural ground near Caverswall, Staffordshire, on Saturday, eight days after she failed to turn up for work at the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
The online fundraising page says, external: "Samantha's extended NHS family would like to support her mother Carole, and sister Gemma in their time of grief by contributing to Samantha's funeral costs and to ensure one of our shining stars has the send off she deserves."
Image source, Family handoutYesterday, Michael Stirling, of Gratton Road, Bucknall, appeared in court charged with her murder.
The 32-year-old is next due to appear at Stafford Crown Court tomorrow via video link.
Watch: Adam Peaty sets another new recordpublished at 13:56 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
BBC SportAdam Peaty sets a European Championships record of 26.50 secs as he qualifies for the semi-finals of the men's 50m breaststroke alongside Great Britain team-mate Ross Murdoch.
Anger at MP over texts to womenpublished at 12:35 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
Chris Doidge
BBC Radio Derby, political reporterThere’s been anger directed at a Staffordshire MP by members of his own party.
East Staffordshire’s Conservatives met last night to discuss the conduct of Burton MP Andrew Griffiths.
Image source, Parliament UKMr Griffiths admitted sending sexual messages to two constituents last month and stepped down as the minister for small business.
East Staffordshire borough council leader Richard Grosvenor said there was a degree of anger about Andrew Griffiths' conduct, although some members spoke in support of him.
Several members of his party said he had to resign.
Mr Burton did not attend the meeting.
Quote MessageHe's [Andrew] in a difficult position at the moment. It's a dreadful position to be in.
Philip Atkins, Staffordshire County Council leader
Eleven people found dehydrated in lorrypublished at 11:34 British Summer Time 7 August 2018
Eleven people were treated for dehydration after being found in the back of a lorry on the M6 Toll Road, motorway police said.
Emergency services were called to the scene near Norton Canes at 20:15 on Monday.
All were assessed but none needed hospital treatment, a spokesman said.
The eleven were arrested on suspected immigration offences.