BBC Politics North East and Cumbria looks at the human effects of the government's welfare plans.

A Northumberland mother says support is needed for parents abused by children with additional needs.

"That's the point of making these things, I want people to think about birds."

After inclusion in a major exhibition, scientist Sara Cox shares the message behind her bird art.

The damage has been branded as "mindless vandalism" by a councillor.

The coach stop in Newcastle city centre no longer has staff, toilets or an indoor waiting room.

A study by the University of Sunderland says a lack of translation services puts women at risk.

A charity is using photos and recordings to capture Sunderland stories for a new online archive.

Photographer Debbie Todd is launching an exhibition of her work meeting "extraordinary" children.

Academy dropout Dan Burn shows it's not always all over - and he's not the only footballer doing so.

The Middlesbrough hospital hires its first specialist baby bereavement counsellor.

Fewer teenagers surveyed say it is always wrong for a boyfriend or girlfriend to check their phone.

Her Circle is a Tyneside organisation that helps women who have experienced "complex motherhood".

Sale Sharks' England contingent play a starring role as they enjoy a bonus-point win at Newcastle Falcons.

The library, which shut in 2023, was due to reopen in summer but it could now be as soon as May.

The group remains in a good mood despite the delay, a teacher at the school says.

A councillor is "exasperated" over the alleged dumping of chemicals in Horton Burn.

As we celebrate Non-League Day this weekend, BBC Sport takes a look at the main contenders vying for a place in the EFL.

Eddie Howe and players will present the Carabao Cup and there will be a screening of the full game.