Transport for NSW proposes slashing speed limits to 30km/h in Sydney's CBD and inner-city villages like Surry Hills and Darlinghurst in a bold move to drastically reduce pedestrian accidents and fatalities.
An explosive investigation reveals a covert government rating system for abuse allegations in NSW childcare centres, deliberately withheld from parents and the public.
The NSW Liberal Party faces an existential crisis after a catastrophic by-election defeat in Kiama. With a 25% swing against them, questions mount over Mark Speakman's leadership and the party's future direction.
US Marshals arrest a 56-year-old Ohio man, charged with kidnapping a 9-year-old girl in a shocking 2002 cold case that has finally seen a major development.
NSW Premier Chris Minns's Labor government is favoured to snatch the seat of Kiama from the Liberals in a crucial byelection, dealing a potential devastating blow to Opposition Leader Mark Speakman's leadership.
Sydney is battling a severe weather onslaught with torrential rain and destructive winds causing widespread disruption, flash flooding, and perilous conditions for commuters. The Bureau of Meteorology issues urgent warnings as the city braces for more cha
A major dam has failed in New South Wales, forcing the urgent evacuation of a regional town as flash flooding sweeps through the Northern Tablelands. Emergency services issue severe weather warnings.
A young family cheated death after a savage tornado ripped through their New South Wales property, demolishing their home in seconds. The Bureau of Meteorology issues urgent warnings as severe storms batter the region.
NSW Opposition accuses Premier Chris Minns of dodging democratic process after he voted against establishing a committee to examine the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party's contentious hunting legislation.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has dramatically reversed his support for the Shooters and Fishers Party's hunting legislation following intense criticism from environmental groups and the public.
In a historic conservation victory, the New South Wales government has officially established the Great Koala National Park and enacted an immediate ban on logging within its boundaries, safeguarding a critical koala habitat.
A devastating fire has completely destroyed the renowned Bellbird Hill wedding venue in regional New South Wales, leaving owners and couples heartbroken just weeks before the spring season.
The heart-wrenching story of Oliver Pugh, a British boy allegedly abducted by his Russian mother from his UK home and taken to Moscow, sparking an international custody battle and diplomatic tensions.
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police deployed a cutting-edge 'Grappler' device to safely foil a violent carjacking and rescue a kidnapped girlfriend in a tense standoff. Read the full account of the high-tech takedown.
A Louisiana judge has refused to reduce the $1.5m bond for Stanley Burkhardt, the man accused of the brazen kidnapping of a woman from a New Orleans street. The decision comes amid serious public safety concerns and new evidence presented by prosecutors.
Exclusive: Desi Freeman, a British contractor, has disappeared in Mali. His wife makes an emotional appeal as the Foreign Office confirms it is supporting the family.
A major police manhunt is underway in Porepunkah for 34-year-old Dezi Freeman, wanted for serious offences including kidnapping and assault. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and not approach the armed and dangerous suspect.
Shocking details emerge as Alvina Omisri-Agba, a British-Nigerian business executive, was violently kidnapped from Miami International Airport in a targeted abduction, with her family now facing a £200,000 ransom demand.
Sharon Watts makes a devastating return to Walford after her son Albie's kidnapping trauma, with Letitia Dean delivering a powerhouse performance that will leave viewers heartbroken.
Hollyoaks viewers believe they've cracked the case of who abducted Ella Richardson in dramatic scenes. Discover the shocking fan theories and what this means for the beloved character.
A 41-year-old woman faces serious charges following a violent stabbing incident in the tranquil town of Leura, NSW. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Monday afternoon, with the victim hospitalised and the community left in disbelief.
Irish nun Sister Patrice Tarnawa has been released after being held captive by armed gunmen who stormed her orphanage in Haiti. The heartwarming reunion and her resilient spirit amidst the Caribbean nation's escalating security crisis.
Coronation Street's Carla Connor faces a terrifying ordeal as she is kidnapped from Underworld factory in a gripping new storyline. Alison King's character finds herself in grave danger as a mysterious assailant strikes.
Nine individuals, including a young child, have been released after being held captive in Haiti. The rescue marks a rare success amid the nation's escalating gang violence crisis.
A woman who faked a pregnancy and brutally cut a baby from a mother's womb in a twisted kidnap plot has been jailed for life. Read the full horrifying details.
A 22-year-old woman staged a miraculous escape from a kidnapper in central London, fleeing naked and injured before being aided by shocked bystanders. A 56-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
A kidnapped woman's incredible act of bravery was caught on camera as she leapt from a moving vehicle to escape her captors in Mexico. Shocking footage shows the moment she made her desperate bid for freedom.
A man has been jailed for 21 months after attempting to kidnap a 17-year-old girl from a Tesco car park in Epping, Essex, in a shocking daytime attack.
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent and a woman have been charged with the violent armed kidnapping of Joshalin Rivera in Chicago, following a dramatic police chase and standoff.