Leeds and West Yorkshire News
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Fire engulfs historic ballroom and nightclub
A fire has broken out at Brighouse's old Venue 73 nightclub, previously known as the Ritz Ballroom.

Prince William praises 'inspiring' Kevin Sinfield
Sinfield is close to finishing his latest challenge to support the motor neurone disease community.

Girl, 11, stars in film with Kiefer Sutherland
Matilda, 11, says actor, who plays her character's dad, was "professional and kind" during shoot.

Council urged to approve primary school rebuild
The plan at Sharlston Community School will also include sport facilities and an improved car park.

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Teen died of brain injury after faulty bike crash
Jibrael Fehintola crashed into a tree "at speed" in the West Park area of Leeds, inquest hears.

Prison officer jailed over inmate relationship
Megann Gibson is jailed after pleading guilty to misconduct in public office and cannabis possession.

Stalker jailed for breaching restraining order
Declan Marsden breached the order designed to protect a woman he harassed, police say.

Charity's respite breaks to end after funding cut
Leeds City Council says it has changed its policy following a review of respite services.

Sinfield finishes fifth day of challenge
The former rugby player has completed his fifth leg of his MND challenge and hit a fundraising goal.

School reduces singing in assemblies amid flu surge
Staff at Wigton Moor Primary School in Leeds are working hard "not to cancel Christmas".

Firm fined after man crushed to death by forklift
Hessle Plant Ltd of Castleford admits health and safety breaches after the death of Chris Keegan.

Carnival's future saved after volunteer 'crisis'
Organisers say they had considered axing the 2026 event if they could not find extra helpers.

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Fatal fire accused 'aimed to inflict maximum pain'
A court hears Sharaz Ali set fire to a house in Bradford knowing a mother and children might die.

LGBT survivors tell of 'barbaric' NHS shock therapy
More than 250 people were subjected to painful electric shocks in NHS hospitals, the BBC discovers.

Pedestrian seriously injured in Shipley crash
The crash happened in Shipley on Thursday evening, West Yorkshire Police says.

Robotic dogs used to tackle moorland wildfires
West Yorkshire has been hit with an increasing number of wildfires in recent years.

Yorkshire couple's chance to win a B&B in France
Michelle and Steve Jackson are contestants on a Channel 4 TV show.

Stars surprise favourite Leeds 'restaurant'
Kiefer Sutherland and Rebel Wilson discuss their favourite parts of filming in Yorkshire.

How a dog inspired Kaiser's song 'Ruby'
Former Kaiser Chiefs drummer Nick Hodgson shares how the hit songs were inspired.

'One of the magic nights at Elland Road' - Leeds' week of hope
Leeds United's daunting week in the Premier League was expected to condemn them to the Championship, but it turned into their "week of hope".

Huddersfield to host Rotherham in EFL Trophy
Former winners Bolton and Port Vale will meet in the last 16 in the EFL Trophy, while League Two's Swindon Town travel to Luton Town.

Bradford Bulls sign ex-Salford centre Marsters
Bradford Bulls sign former Huddersfield Giants and Salford Red Devils centre Esan Marsters on a three-year deal.

Bradford face Aston Villa in semi
Bradford's reward for knocking Arsenal out of the Capital One Cup is a semi-final against Aston Villa, while Chelsea take on Swansea.

Leeds United 1-5 Chelsea
Chelsea come from a goal down to thrash Leeds at Elland Road and qualify for the Capital One Cup semi-finals.

Brentford 4-2 Bradford
Marcello Trotta scores twice as Brentford become the first side to beat Bradford in a cup game this season.

Wycombe v Bradford
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Wycombe and Bradford in League Two.

Lee given three-match suspension
Huddersfield striker Alan Lee is given a three-match ban for violent conduct in Saturday's 2-0 defeat at Hull.

Bakke tips Leeds to push Chelsea
Ex-Leeds midfielder Eirik Bakke believes they have a chance against a "jet-lagged" Chelsea in the League Cup.
Two missing after entering river to evade police
Police say they are "extremely concerned" for their welfare of the men, as the search continues.
Hillsborough victim's relative followed by police for a week, report finds
The police watchdog received 25 complaints about surveillance from people connected to the disaster.
Four arrested after crumble and custard thrown at Crown Jewels display
The Tower of London was partially closed to the public while the police investigated.
Prince William praises 'inspiring' Kevin Sinfield
Sinfield is close to finishing his latest challenge to support the motor neurone disease community.
'The tattoo on my arm is now on my tongue after cancer treatment'
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, was diagnosed with stage 2 squamous cell carcinoma earlier this year.
Homes damaged in 'mini tornado', say residents
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports a garage door and roof had blown away.
'Teeny-tiny' Christmas tree sparks confusion
A councillor defends a newly planted council Christmas tree after locals said was too small.
Council leader expelled from Reform UK lambasts MP
Ian Cooper breaks his silence after being exposed for allegedly making racist comments online.
Fire engulfs historic ballroom and nightclub
A fire has broken out at Brighouse's old Venue 73 nightclub, previously known as the Ritz Ballroom.
'Awful' Christmas drone show postponed again
Free tickets to the Kent show were offered to people who complained about a previous show.
Girl, 11, stars in film with Kiefer Sutherland
Matilda, 11, says actor, who plays her character's dad, was "professional and kind" during shoot.
Elf movie costume sells for £239,000 at auction
The costume from the festive favourite exceeds expectations, while a hat from Indiana Jones tops £300,000.