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New city officers to tackle anti-social behaviour
The six new officers have been deployed in Leicester to tackle anti-social behaviour.

How to cope with Leicestershire's heatwave
What schools can do to help combat the heat, and water safety advice for swimmers.

Swooping buzzard attacks Coleorton man
Ben Storer was walking near the village of Coleorton when the bird attacked him.

Social media ban for under-16s
Apps including TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram will become inaccessible for children.

Air India crash families still waiting for answers
260 people died when the London-bound Flight 171 crashed after taking off from Ahmedabad.

What do I need to know ahead of Download?
The UK's biggest celebration of metal music takes place at Donington Park.

Parents '50-50' on term dates switch
Families are split on proposals to change future school term dates in Leicestershire.

Over 850 tonnes of food waste collected in month
Many councils in Leicestershire started food waste collections in March and April.

Where can I see the Vaisakhi 2026 procession?
The Vaisakhi procession in Leicester marks the founding of the Sikh community.