Urgent Christmas warning over extension lead fire risk
Fire safety experts issue a critical alert as festive decorations are plugged in. Learn the red flags for overloaded sockets and how to prevent a devastating house fire this December.
Fire safety experts issue a critical alert as festive decorations are plugged in. Learn the red flags for overloaded sockets and how to prevent a devastating house fire this December.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested at Manchester Airport in connection with the Heaton Park synagogue terror attack. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested at Manchester Airport on suspicion of planning terrorism linked to last month's Heaton Park synagogue incident. Follow for live updates.
Residents and businesses in Peterlee express deep disappointment with the recent budget, calling for stronger political backbone. Discover how the town is responding.
The A19 in Tyne and Wear is shut in both directions following a serious collision. Emergency services are on scene. Expect major travel disruption for several hours.
A woman in her 60s is in critical condition after a serious incident in Elswick. Eight people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Follow for live updates.
Ellie Haigh's home was firebombed while she slept, leaving it uninhabitable. Yet, Durham Council demands full council tax. Read her shocking story and the bureaucratic battle she now faces.
Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro has been taken into custody amid claims he tampered with his electronic tag. Read the latest on this dramatic political development.
A woman is fighting for her life and a man is seriously injured after a violent incident at a home on Durham Street in Elswick. A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Durham Police launch an animal cruelty investigation after a huntsman was filmed striking his horse with a crop. The incident occurred during a South Durham Hunt outing.
Australian Federal Police have arrested Joel Davis, a key figure in an anti-Jewish rally outside NSW Parliament. He faces charges for alleged online harassment. Follow for the latest updates.
A 20-year-old woman has died after getting into difficulty while kayaking on the River Tees in Barnard Castle. Read the full story on the rescue operation.
A 20-year-old woman has died after getting into difficulty while kayaking on the River Tees near Barnard Castle. A major multi-agency search operation was launched. Read more.
Emergency services recovered the body of a 20-year-old woman from the River Tees after a kayaker was reported in difficulty. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
A County Durham school cancelled its Children in Need non-uniform day and called police due to concerns about two boys. Discover the full story and the school's response.
Aaron Michael, known for Project Runway season 19, has been arrested in West Virginia on an out-of-state warrant. Discover the latest details on this developing story.
Japanese car parts maker NSK plans to close two County Durham factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. The union Unite calls it a 'betrayal' of workers. Read the full story.
Former NFL star Antonio Brown faces attempted murder charges after a dramatic shooting in Miami. The ex-wide receiver was arrested following an alleged altercation that left one person hospitalised with gunshot wounds.
Discover why a picturesque County Durham village has earned national recognition as one of the UK's most desirable locations, boasting community spirit and stunning landscapes.
Professional jockey Bryson Butterfly has been sentenced to life in prison for the horrific murder of 55-year-old grandfather Paul Stobbart during a violent confrontation in County Durham.
Exclusive bodycam footage shows Arizona judge Shaaf Olson struggling through field sobriety tests after being pulled over for suspected drunk driving, raising serious questions about judicial conduct.
Former NFL MVP Adrian Peterson faces fresh legal turmoil after being arrested for driving while intoxicated in Texas, adding to his lengthy history of off-field controversies.
Exclusive research reveals a dramatic trust deficit in County Durham, Newcastle, and Middlesbrough, with residents expressing unprecedented skepticism toward Westminster.
Notorious drug lord Martín 'Santiago' Cairo, known as 'Fat Santiago', has been arrested in Boca Raton following an intensive international investigation spanning multiple continents and criminal networks.
Former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson faces new legal troubles as disturbing mugshot emerges following DWI arrest in Texas.
Notorious underworld figure Tarek Zahed, known for his designer wardrobe and alleged Comanchero links, has been arrested in a major police operation following months of investigation into organised crime activities.
A remarkable 200-mile taxi journey from Darlington to Newcastle reveals the shocking state of UK public transport as a determined pensioner pays £360 to reach vital medical care.
Exclusive report on the arrest of former Las Vegas Raiders player in Indianapolis, facing multiple charges including resisting law enforcement and possession of controlled substances.
Bon Jovi are coming back to the UK and Ireland for their first major tour since 2008, with stadium shows scheduled for London, Durham, and Dublin this summer.
A Durham nurse has been removed from the nursing register following multiple serious incidents including medication errors and failing to monitor vulnerable patients at University Hospital of North Durham.