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Leicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Leicester News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Leicester—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Leicester News Today is…
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Warm Weather Payment Proposal | Leicester News
A bold new idea is gaining traction: a Warm Weather Payment to help vulnerable households during scorching heatwaves. While the government currently offers a…
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Highcross Debt Write-Off Sparks Local Outcry | Leicester News
Leicester City Council is writing off nearly £3 million in unpaid business rates from the Highcross Shopping Centre — a debt left behind after its owner went…
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Leicestershire Targets Fast Food Near Schools | Leicester News
Leicestershire’s council is pushing a bold new plan to curb childhood obesity by banning new fast-food outlets within 400 meters of schools and youth hubs in…
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Pets Falling Ill in Market Harborough | Leicester News
Pets in Market Harborough are falling ill with vomiting and diarrhea, sparking fears of deliberate poisonings. Authorities including Harborough District…
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Man Hid Behind Cannabis Plants | Leicester News
An Albanian immigrant, Enkeled Xhauri, was caught hiding behind cannabis plants during a Leicestershire Police raid on a sophisticated grow operation —…
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Gen Z and Stilton: A Blue Cheese Paradox | Leicester News
Gen Z is avoiding Stilton cheese not because they don’t like blue cheese, but because they’ve never tried it—thanks to its funky smell, weird look, and mold…
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Scott Irvine’s 8-Year Drug Empire Falls | Leicester News
Scott Irvine’s drug empire crumbled when a package of U.S. weed led to his arrest—after a chaotic chase, he was caught with evidence of years of cocaine, weed…
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Man Found Dead in Leicestershire Caravan | Leicester News
A chilling discovery in a Leicestershire layby has sparked a murder investigation after a man in his 40s was found dead inside a caravan. Police believe he may…
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Leicester Market Gets Rent Relief | Leicester News
Leicester Market traders are getting a lifeline as the city mayor announces a full rent waiver through December, helping vendors struggling with a 40% drop in…
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Body Found in Loughborough Caravan | Leicester News
A chilling murder investigation unfolds in Loughborough after a man in his 40s was found dead in a roadside caravan on July 6th. Police have arrested two…
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Man Found Dead in Loughborough Caravan | Leicester News
A man in his forties was found dead inside a caravan on the A6 in Loughborough, having reportedly witnessed a fight moments before his death. Police arrested a…
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New Homes and School Planned for Lubbesthorpe | Leicester News
Big news for Leicester: Plans are advancing for West Lubbesthorpe, a massive new housing expansion adding 825 homes to the already bustling New Lubbesthorpe…
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Maddy Cusack Inquest Delayed Again | Leicester News
The inquest into Maddy Cusack’s tragic death has been delayed again—this time until December—amid mounting frustration from her family as the coroner seeks…
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Shop Rebrands After Closure Notice | Leicester News
A Leicestershire village is in turmoil after a known people smuggler was found working at Candy Corner 1, prompting a 72-hour closure order from the local…
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Transfer Window Chaos Unleashed | Leicester News
Transfer chaos is heating up as Manchester United weigh Rashford’s future, Arsenal and Spurs eye RB Leipzig’s Nusa, Barcelona chase Bournemouth’s Kroupi amid…
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Exeter Chiefs Women Hire Ross Bundy | Leicester News
Exeter Chiefs Women have landed Ross Bundy, former Leicester Tigers Women head coach, to bolster their forward and defensive game — a strategic move as they…
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UK Heatwave to Drift North | Leicester News
UK braces for a brutal heatwave that’s sticking around through next week, with temperatures soaring to 35°C and scorching conditions drifting north into…
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Tragic Collision in Thrussington | Leicester News
A tragic crash on Ratcliffe Road in Thrussington claimed the life of the Renault Laguna’s driver two days after the collision, which also injured three others…
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Man Sentenced for Orchestrating Child Abuse | Leicester News
A fifty-year-old man from Hinckley has been sentenced to 32 months in prison for orchestrating child sex offenses and possessing indecent images of children…
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Tragic Crash on Ratcliffe Road | Leicester News
A devastating crash on Ratcliffe Road in Thrussington claimed the life of a car driver two days after the collision, while a passenger suffered serious…
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GK Barry’s Wild Hangover Cures | Leicester News
GK Barry spills her wild hangover recovery hacks after World Cup binge nights — from ice baths and painkiller cocktails to sound frequencies that supposedly…
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We Pack Our Comforts to Travel | Leicester News
New study reveals travelers pack their whole lives in suitcases—tea bags, favorite pillows, even personal condiments—to avoid discomfort. Survey of 2,000 found…
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UK Shoppers Overpaying on Bills | Leicester News
UK households are paying way too much on their bills—£576 a year on average—with TV, energy, and phone contracts leading the charge. A shocking 38% are stuck…
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Stop Hidden Fees on Your Trip | Leicester News
Travelers are spending way more than they expect—often over £100 extra per trip—thanks to sneaky hidden fees like currency conversion and roaming charges. Most…
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England vs Norway Heatwave Threat | Leicester News
England’s World Cup quarter-final against Norway is in serious jeopardy as Miami swelters under a 34°C heatwave—with humidity making it feel like 43°C…
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Bradgate Park River Closed Due to Sewage Leak | Leicester News
A sewage pipe burst in Bradgate Park, shutting down river access in Newtown Linford, Leicestershire, and forcing a pollution cleanup. Severn Trent is working…
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Boeing 737 Vanishes Over Arabian Sea | Leicester News
A K2 Airways Boeing 737 freighter vanished over the Arabian Sea en route from Sharjah to Karachi, with the pilot’s final, chilling transmission describing the…
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Stolen Van, Fire, and Lost Drums | Leicester News
A band’s van—stolen last month and packed with priceless, decades-old drums—ended up sparking a wild police chase on the A46, flipped, crashed, and caught…
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Why Your Top Floor Gets Hotter | Leicester News
Your top floor feels like a sauna? Science explains why—hot air rises, trapping heat upstairs while downstairs stays cool. Beat the heatwave with simple…
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Arthur Fery’s Wimbledon Miracle | Leicester News
Arthur Fery, the 23-year-old British wildcard raised practically next door to Wimbledon, is stealing the show with his fearless run to the…
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The American Adventure’s Wild Ride | Leicester News
Step back into the wild west—literally. Once home to The American Adventure, a 20-year thrill ride in Heanor that started with cowboys, soared with the UK’s…
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Leicester Market Traders Get Rent Relief | Leicester News
Leicester Market traders are getting a major break—rent waived through 2026—as the city council tackles major construction that’s already slowing business…
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Leicester’s Power Move on Oxford Street | Leicester News
Leicester City Council is set to sell a prime half-acre plot on Oxford Street for a major upgrade: a new electricity substation to power the city’s future…
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Severn Trent’s Dirty Water Fix | Leicester News
Severn Trent Water’s dirty water woes hit the headlines again as Ofwat’s damning report reveals chronic failures in sewage management — yet no fine, thanks to…
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Aldi Revises Leicester Supermarket Plans | Leicester News
Aldi is back with a revamped plan to build its supermarket in Leicester’s former hotel site, after their first proposal was rejected by the council over safety…
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Murder Probe After Derby Road Caravan Death | Leicester News
A chilling murder investigation has erupted after a 40-something man was found dead in a caravan on Derby Road in Loughborough, following an alleged…
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Maddy Cusack Inquest Reveals Coaching Tensions | Leicester News
The inquest into the tragic death of Sheffield United midfielder Maddy Cusack has uncovered troubling details: club officials knew former coach Jonathan Morgan…
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Man Arrested in Loughborough Caravan Death | Leicester News
A man in his 40s was found dead inside a caravan on Derby Road in Loughborough after a late-night call to emergency services. Police have launched a murder…
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Loughborough Police Operation Update | Leicester News
A major police operation is underway in Loughborough, with heavy presence on Derby Road since yesterday evening. Multiple units, forensic teams, and even a…
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UK Drivers Caught Speeding Wildly | Leicester News
UK drivers hit terrifying speeds last year—over 160 mph on major roads, 89 mph in 20 mph zones, and 114 mph near schools. New data reveals 30K+ caught speeding…
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Leicestershire Heatwave Closes Waste Sites and Trains | Leicester News
Leicestershire’s waste sites are shutting down early this week—4 PM on Thursday and Friday—due to a scorching heatwave, with workers’ safety top priority…
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Sheffield United Hiring Scandal Exposed | Leicester News
Shocking revelations from the inquest into Maddy Cusack’s death expose serious failures in Sheffield United’s hiring process — club bosses ignored red flags…
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Christian Fuchs Plays Village Cricket | Leicester News
Christian Fuchs, the Leicester City legend who won the Premier League in 2016, is now making headlines off the pitch—this time in cricket. Debuting for his…
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Fire, Heat, and Train Shutdown | Leicester News
Great Central Railway halted all operations yesterday amid a raging wildfire near Swithland Reservoir, prioritizing safety as extreme heat and dry conditions…
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Brize Norton Gets Major Upgrade | Leicester News
Brize Norton, the RAF’s largest base, is getting a $180 million upgrade with a brand-new 3km runway, modernized taxiways, lighting, and drainage — all to…
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Hinckley’s Big Growth Plan Revealed | Leicester News
Hinckley and Bosworth are set to transform the region with a bold Local Plan aiming for over 11,000 new homes by 2045—complete with schools, healthcare, and…
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Stabbing in Market Harborough | Leicester News
A chilling double stabbing rocked Market Harborough Sunday night — one victim in critical condition, another with serious but non-life-threatening injuries…
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Severn Trent Avoids Fine After Proactive Fix | Leicester News
Severn Trent Water, serving eight million people, faced serious wastewater failures—but instead of fines, regulators praised their bold move: they invested £98…
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Saving Loughborough's Historic Green Man | Leicester News
An old pub with roots dating back to the late 1700s—The Green Man in Loughborough—is set to become a car park storage space as part of a major demolition to…
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Ecomotive Logistics Collapses Amid Tax Debt | Leicester News
A Leicestershire logistics firm, Ecomotive Logistics, has collapsed under the weight of an unpaid tax bill, leaving HMRC with a £1.1 million shortfall. Despite…
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East Midlands Schools Get Big Support | Leicester News
Get ready for a major boost for families in the East Midlands—starting September, nearly 90 new schools will offer free breakfast clubs, slash branded uniform…
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Aldi Rules as UK’s Cheapest Supermarket | Leicester News
Aldi’s locked in as the UK’s cheapest supermarket for the sixth straight month, saving shoppers nearly £67 compared to the priciest option. While inflation…
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The Fly Test for Royal Housekeepers | Leicester News
Working for the Prince and Princess of Wales isn’t your typical job—it demands elite attention to detail. One wild test? A dead fly placed somewhere in the…
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Saltaire: Britain’s Hidden Heritage Gem | Leicester News
Discover Saltaire, a serene, UNESCO-listed village in West Yorkshire that’s stayed blissfully off the tourist radar. Built by textile magnate Sir Titus Salt…
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Heatwave Halts Trains in East Midlands | Leicester News
Train chaos hits the East Midlands as scorching heat forces major cancellations and delays—services between Nottingham and Worksop, and Nottingham and…
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England Wales Heatwave Warning | Leicester News
England and Wales brace for a brutal heatwave set to last at least 15 days, with temperatures soaring to 35°C or higher across 23 counties, peaking at 36°C…
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Spain’s Deadly Heatwave Warning | Leicester News
Spain’s scorching heat is back, with temperatures soaring to 44°C — officials are sounding the alarm, especially for tourists, urging hydration, shade, and sun…
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800+ Illegal E-Scooters Seized | Leicester News
Leicestershire Police’s Operation Pedalfast has seized over 800 illegal e-scooters and e-bikes in just 18 months — sparked by a single resident’s email — as…
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The Green Man’s Fate in Loughborough | Leicester News
A historic pub in Loughborough, The Green Man, dating back to the late 1700s and possibly older, faces demolition to make way for student housing — but locals…
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Antalya Restaurant Hits Food Safety Low | Leicester News
Antalya Restaurant in Wigston got a brutal one-out-of-five food hygiene score after inspectors found cooked rice left out overnight, cross-contamination risks…