Exclusive insight into how Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, is building a formidable power base and challenging Westminster's dominance. Is he the most powerful politician outside of London?
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article following the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Alex Leonard in Bolton, Greater Manchester. The victim was discovered with critical injuries and pronounced dead at the scene, sp
A young woman, a known victim of the Rochdale grooming gang, was found dead after a lifetime of trauma. An inquest exposes the devastating link between her childhood sexual exploitation and her tragic demise, raising urgent questions about victim support.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has ignited speculation by refusing to deny a potential return to Westminster politics, stating he will 'serve in whatever way I can' after his mayoral term ends. The 'King of the North' discusses devolution, Labour's
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham issues a stark warning to Keir Starmer, demanding a radical devolution of power to English regions as the price for Labour's success in the North.
Exclusive: Senior Labour figures and Cabinet ministers are backing a comeback plan for Angela Rayner, with Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham emerging as a potential leadership challenger to Keir Starmer in a major party rift.
Labour's Lisa Nandy passionately endorses Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham for a return to national politics, citing his transformative leadership and advocacy for devolution.
A brazen daylight shooting on a busy Manchester street has left residents in shock. Greater Manchester Police are hunting a gunman after multiple shots were fired on Wilmslow Road in Rusholme.
Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton was arrested by Greater Manchester Police following a violent altercation in Hyde. Full details on the incident and his social media response.
A family in Greater Manchester was left horrified after police mistakenly published their CCTV footage online, exposing a private domestic incident to the public in a major data breach.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has become the UK's highest-paid elected politician after a massive £170,000 salary increase, now earning more than the Prime Minister. The controversial pay rise, approved by City Hall, has sparked a fierce debate about political
Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton was violently assaulted by a gang of youths in Manchester city centre. Greater Manchester Police are investigating the incident which left the boxing icon shaken but not seriously injured.
Traffic chaos grips Greater Manchester as a 'serious incident' prompts a full closure of the M60 motorway. National Highways reports severe delays with long tailbacks after police incident between junctions.
A murder investigation is underway in Manchester after a man was fatally stabbed. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested and remains in police custody for questioning.
A murder investigation is underway in Manchester after a man in his 20s was found with fatal stab wounds. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
A community is in mourning after a 15-year-old boy was stabbed to death on a street in Manchester's Moss Side. Police have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for witnesses following the tragic incident on Saturday evening.
Greater Manchester Police have launched a murder investigation after a 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in the Moston area. A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham faces a backlash as political opponents dissect his record, branding him a 'very, very poor minister' and challenging his 'King in the North' persona ahead of crucial local elections.
Greater Manchester Police detain former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton following a public altercation in Hyde. Mayor Andy Burnham's office issues statement.
Boxing legend Ricky Hatton receives a civic hero's welcome from Mayor Andy Burnham in Manchester, with a special exhibition match against Manny Pacquiao announced for later this year.
Exclusive: Manchester boxing hero Ricky Hatton was arrested by Greater Manchester Police on suspicion of assault following a late-night incident. The former world champion issues a public apology.
Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton has been targeted by a cruel online death hoax, prompting a statement from Greater Manchester Police confirming he is alive and well. The Hitman himself has addressed the malicious rumours.
In a stunning political rift, Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham declares he cannot support Keir Starmer for PM, citing a 'London-centric' Labour leadership and a betrayal of Northern voices. This major split threatens party unity ahead of the next general ele
Nigel Farage and Andy Burnham engage in a fiery debate on GB News, clashing over the state of English devolution, the Brexit fallout, and the future of British democracy. The Reform UK honcho and the Manchester Mayor lock horns in a must-watch political s
EXCLUSIVE: Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is reportedly preparing a seismic challenge to Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership, with allies claiming he's 'ready to stand' in a bid to reshape the party's future.
Rochdale Council terminates its agreement with US actor Michael Massee's foundation, withdrawing support and land for the £40m restoration of his ancestral home, Hopwood Hall, citing a fundamental breakdown in their partnership.
A family of eight is wanted by Greater Manchester Police after allegedly fleeing an Indian restaurant in Bolton without paying a £329 bill. The 'dine and dash' incident at MyLahore was caught on CCTV.
A woman was subjected to a terrifying armed rape by a stranger in a Tameside park. Greater Manchester Police are urgently hunting for the suspect and appealing for witnesses to the brutal daylight attack.
A murder investigation is underway after a cleaner's body was discovered concealed in a wheelie bin outside a residential property in Bury, Greater Manchester. Police have launched a manhunt.