The Ordinary Boys frontman Preston reveals a dramatic new look, discusses the band's comeback, and opens up about his past, from Celebrity Big Brother to a near-fatal fall he likens to Liam Payne's death.
Criminal barristers are planning industrial action that could bring courts to a standstill, opposing Justice Secretary David Lammy's proposal to slash jury trials by half. Read the full story.
With a backlog of 80,000 cases, the UK's justice system is in crisis. New government reforms aim to prioritise victims and deliver swifter justice. Read the analysis from a former prosecutor.
A mother-of-three and midwife was found dead after taking painkillers for chronic back pain. The Preston coroner recorded a conclusion of misadventure. Read the full story.
Emma Hackney, 29, was killed when a drunk driver in a Tesla smashed into her Porsche. The driver allegedly tried to blame his mother for the fatal collision. Read the full report.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major court reforms, including judge-only trials for some offences, as crown court backlog hits over 78,000 cases. Critics warn of eroding fundamental rights.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle the record crown court backlog of over 78,000 cases. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle record crown court delays. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms to slash backlogs. Defendants facing less than three years in jail will lose automatic right to jury trial. Read the full details.
A former British Army Regimental Sergeant Major died from internal injuries after being pushed in a pub garden row over chicken wings. His friend has been jailed for manslaughter.
A man has been sentenced to over four years for the manslaughter of a retired army sergeant major after a drunken argument over chicken wings in a Lancashire pub. Read the full tragic story.
Christopher Moran receives a five-year criminal behaviour order banning him from major UK retailers after pleading guilty to 10 thefts. Read the full court details.
Labour's proposed court reforms could eliminate jury trials for 95% of cases, threatening 800 years of legal tradition. Legal experts warn this could 'destroy justice as we know it'.
Former Countdown champion John Cowen, 31, has been detained in a psychiatric hospital indefinitely after a knife attack on a rival player. Read the full court details.
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes removing jury trials for most crimes to tackle record 78,000-case court backlog. Critics warn this could 'destroy justice as we know it'.
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Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
The UK government considers limiting jury trials to serious offences like murder and rape to tackle the record 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the proposed reforms.
John Travolta's daughter Ella Bleu stuns in a bra-free photoshoot for HardCopy magazine and reveals her new EP 'Colors of Love', featuring a touching tribute to her late mother Kelly Preston.
Robert Easom, 56, has been found guilty of grievous bodily harm after breaking his partner's neck. Trudi Burgess, 57, is now tetraplegic and requires constant care. Her family speaks out.
John Travolta marks son Benjamin's 15th birthday with heartfelt Norway tribute. The teen bears striking resemblance to his famous father in scenic photos.
The Bar Council warns the government against controversial plans to remove jury trials for some offences. Chair Barbara Mills argues fixing existing court inefficiencies should be the priority over a new, untested court system. Read the full analysis.
Robert Easom, 56, denies intending to seriously injure teacher Trudi Burgess, 57, who was left tetraplegic after he broke her neck. Medical evidence contradicts his 'playfight' claims.
Louis Tomlinson makes a generous £4,000 donation to fund life-saving surgery for Preston Mahon, a former One Direction bodyguard. Read the heart-warming story of support.
Louis Tomlinson has donated £4,000 to help One Direction's former bodyguard Preston Mahon afford life-saving leg surgery after NHS delays. Read how the star stepped up.
Get expert betting tips for the Lancashire derby. Can Preston continue their promotion push against a resurgent Blackburn? Read our match preview and predictions.
Trudi Burgess was left paralysed from the chest down after her ex-partner, Robert Easom, broke her neck. The court heard the attack occurred when she tried to end their relationship. Read the full story.
Amanj Hasan Zada ran a multi-million pound migrant smuggling operation from his Preston terraced house using social media. Discover how NCA investigators brought him down.
Cameron Cheng, 18, has appeared in court charged with murdering his 17-year-old ex-girlfriend Lainie Williams and the attempted murder of her mother in South Wales. A trial date has been set for May 11.
Michael Wellings and Lisa Green have pleaded guilty to kidnapping a 10-month-old baby in Blackpool. The infant was safely returned after a major police search.