Jessica Ennis-Hill considers her future in the sport
Dave Edwards
Journalist, BBC Look North
One of Yorkshire's greatest ever athletes, Jessica Ennis-Hill, says she may now retire from the sport after winning a silver medal at the Olympics in Rio.
The world heptathlon champion was narrowly beaten over the weekend but says she loved every minute and is proud of what she's achieved.
She says she can't wait to come back home to see her husband and son - and she needs some "down time" to decide whether to carry on.
TONIGHT: A fine end to the day. Overnight, things should stay dry with long clear periods. A few short-lived mist and fog patches develop around dawn. Lows of 11C (52F).
TOMORROW: Another warm and dry day with plenty of sunshine, some patchy cloud. Maximum temperature of 24C (75F).
UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park Prepares To Open
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
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Sheffield’s second £10m University Technical College (UTC) is on track to open to new students as planned next month.
Students joining UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park campus on Attercliffe Common will start their studies on time on 12 September.
Around 180 new students will initially be based at Oasis Academy Don Valley on Leeds Road for their two-week induction that will involve visits to employers.
Fernando Forestieri has apologised for refusing to play for Sheffield Wednesday against Norwich City.
He insists he doesn't want to leave the Owls.
Carlos Carvalhal confirmed today that Forestieri had been fined by the club
Sports Direct latest; 'We'll work with Mike Ashley' says union
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Steve Turner has also spoken about how his union is hoping to continue to work with Mike Ashley to improve conditions.
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Quote Message: Unite will seek to engage constructively with Sports Direct where possible and urges the retailer to continue dialogue with us so that we can assist it in meeting Mike Ashley's ambition of being an exemplar employer." from Steve Turner Unite, Assistant General Secretary
Unite will seek to engage constructively with Sports Direct where possible and urges the retailer to continue dialogue with us so that we can assist it in meeting Mike Ashley's ambition of being an exemplar employer."
IPCC investigates death of footballer who was tasered
BBC Look North, Yorkshire
The former Sheffield Wednesday footballer, Dalian Atkinson (pictured below with the ball) has died after police fired a taser gun at him in Telford in Shropshire. He was 48.
West Mercia Police said officers were responding to a call expressing concern about the safety of an individual in the early hours of the morning.
The Independent Police Complaints Commission is investigating.
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Your comments: Jess hints at retirement following Olympic silver
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Quote Message: There's no shame in retirement, you lead by example of how hard work and dedication wins thru. After London is was always going to be hard reproducing that magic, stop at the top and train and inspire the next generation, you will always be Sheffield's own." from Lee Hammonds
There's no shame in retirement, you lead by example of how hard work and dedication wins thru. After London is was always going to be hard reproducing that magic, stop at the top and train and inspire the next generation, you will always be Sheffield's own."
Quote Message: Sheffield is so proud of you,well done Jess.having a baby and then training like mad is incredible. I think you should get recognition too: Dame Jess." from Sarah Askham
Sheffield is so proud of you,well done Jess.having a baby and then training like mad is incredible. I think you should get recognition too: Dame Jess."
Quote Message: Sad for Jess that she didn't manage to retain her title but getting silver after having had a baby since the last Olympics is a heroic achievement. One for other young women to look up to. from Ann Ellis
Sad for Jess that she didn't manage to retain her title but getting silver after having had a baby since the last Olympics is a heroic achievement. One for other young women to look up to.
Quote Message: Any medal is a phenomenal achievement at the Olympics. You're always gonna be Sheffield's Golden Girl though from Paul Kippy Kippax
Any medal is a phenomenal achievement at the Olympics. You're always gonna be Sheffield's Golden Girl though
Quote Message: Dame Jessica Ennis Hill??? I hope so. from Phillip Brooks
Dame Jessica Ennis Hill??? I hope so.
Quote Message: Well done superstar xx from Janet Hodkinson
Well done superstar xx
Quote Message: You did extremely well Jessica we all proud of you xxx from Susan Bartlett
You did extremely well Jessica we all proud of you xxx
Sports Direct latest; company 'not off the hook' says union
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Workers employed by Sports Direct and through employment agency, The Best Connection, are expected to start getting their share of £1m back pay in full towards the end of this month, says Unite.
Assistant general secretary Steve Turner calls the move a "significant victory" in the union's campaign.
But he added: “Investors and customers alike should not be fooled into thinking that everything is now rosy at Sports Direct’s Shirebrook warehouse."
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Quote Message: The charge of 'Victorian' work practices will continue to weigh heavily on Sports Direct until it moves long standing agency workers onto direct, permanent contracts and weans itself off its reliance upon zero hours contracts." from Steve Turner Unite, Assistant General Secretary
The charge of 'Victorian' work practices will continue to weigh heavily on Sports Direct until it moves long standing agency workers onto direct, permanent contracts and weans itself off its reliance upon zero hours contracts."
Wednesday striker fined for missing match
Rob Staton
BBC Radio Sheffield
Carlos Carvalhal confirms Fernando Forestieri has been fined.
The Owls' forward missed Saturday's match against Norwich City amid recent transfer speculation. He's since apologised.
The Sheffield Wednesday manager wouldn't say whether the Owls' striker will be involved in their match against Burton tomorrow.
Move along, nothing to see here
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Police in Barnsley found a man asleep after a night out.
When they got him up, he left his silhouette behind, thanks to all the rain overnight. He was still clutching his takeaway box.
They've sent out this picture of the incident as an example of how not to end the evening.
Drink safe!
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21 charged with organised crime offences in South Yorkshire
Kate Linderholm
BBC Local Live, Sheffield
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In the last six weeks, South Yorkshire police have charged 21 people in a crackdown on organised crime and drug dealing.
Of the 21 charged, ten men have been charged with firearms offences, five men with possession of an offensive weapon and assault and five men and one woman with possession with intent to supply class A drugs.
Forestieri issues appology for missing Wednesday match
Andy Giddings
Sports Editor, BBC Sheffield
Sheffield Wednesday forward, Fernando Forestieri has issued an apology following his no show at Norwich City Football Club on Saturday.
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The 26-year-old striker refused to play amid recent transfer speculation and has been linked with a move to Championship rivals Derby County, having scored 15 times last season.
Sheffield's first pay-as-you-feel café, has just been nominated for an architecture award.
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Foodhall in Eyre Street - which aims to tackle food poverty and waste - was set up by local students and boasts a very colourful front door and an eclectic mix of furniture in a former funeral home.
Here's what some of the regulars they think to the place:
Sports Direct to offer £1m payout to workers
BBC Look North, Yorkshire
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Thousands of workers at Sports Direct's warehouse in Shirebrook are to get a total of £1 million back pay, according to the Unite union.
Unite says the payments could be up to £1,000 for some workers, and that the money is for non-payment of the minimum wage
Sheffield Wednesday tweet condolence for former player
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Sheffield Wednesday have tweeted following the death of their former player, Dalian Atkinson.
The 48-year-old died of a cardiac arrest after being tasered by police.
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Quote Message: The thoughts of everyone at Wednesday are with the friends and family of Dalian Atkinson this morning. RIP" from Sheffield Wednesday Football Club
The thoughts of everyone at Wednesday are with the friends and family of Dalian Atkinson this morning. RIP"
Former Wednesday player dies of cardiac arrest after police taser
He was signed by Ron Atkinson at Sheffield Wednesday in 1989 -- costing a considerable for the time £450,000.
He started alongside Owls favourite David Hirst. Wednesday were relegated in his only season at Hillsborough and he joined Real Sociedad in Spain for nearly two million pounds.
Dalian Atkinson played for Sheffield Wednesday and Ipswich Town and is best known for his time at Aston Villa.
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Quote Message: As he was being conveyed to Princess Royal Hospital, his condition deteriorated and he went into cardiac arrest. Despite the efforts of the crew and hospital staff, it was not possible to save him and he was confirmed dead at hospital, shortly after arrival." from West Midlands Ambulance Service
As he was being conveyed to Princess Royal Hospital, his condition deteriorated and he went into cardiac arrest. Despite the efforts of the crew and hospital staff, it was not possible to save him and he was confirmed dead at hospital, shortly after arrival."
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- Former Sheffield Wednesday player, Dalian Atkinson, died of cardiac arrest after police taser was fired
- Sports Direct will pay £1m to workers but it's 'not off the hook' says union
- After Olympic silver success Jess Ennis-Hill is considering retirement
- This was quickly followed by calls from Jess' fans for her to keep going
- There was a lot of fuss over a missed football match
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Latest PostFive things we learnt today
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Thanks for joining us today. More updates from 08:00 tomorrow.
Here are some of the big stories from across South Yorkshire we covered today:
Jessica Ennis-Hill considers her future in the sport
Dave Edwards
Journalist, BBC Look North
One of Yorkshire's greatest ever athletes, Jessica Ennis-Hill, says she may now retire from the sport after winning a silver medal at the Olympics in Rio.
The world heptathlon champion was narrowly beaten over the weekend but says she loved every minute and is proud of what she's achieved.
She says she can't wait to come back home to see her husband and son - and she needs some "down time" to decide whether to carry on.
Sports Direct warehouse staff to receive back pay
The Guardian
Thousands of Sports Direct warehouse workers are set to receive back pay totalling about £1m after the retailer admitted breaking the law by not paying the national minimum wage.
Weather: A lovely evening with a clear night
Keeley Donovan
BBC Look North
TONIGHT: A fine end to the day. Overnight, things should stay dry with long clear periods. A few short-lived mist and fog patches develop around dawn. Lows of 11C (52F).
TOMORROW: Another warm and dry day with plenty of sunshine, some patchy cloud. Maximum temperature of 24C (75F).
UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park Prepares To Open
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Sheffield’s second £10m University Technical College (UTC) is on track to open to new students as planned next month.
Students joining UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park campus on Attercliffe Common will start their studies on time on 12 September.
Around 180 new students will initially be based at Oasis Academy Don Valley on Leeds Road for their two-week induction that will involve visits to employers.
A beautiful day at Ladybower Reservoir
BBC Weather Watchers
Thanks to BBC Weather Watcher, Wendy Scott, who's sent us the picture above and the video below.
Ladybower certainly looks a treat in the August sunshine.
Wednesday manager on Forestieri apology
Rob Staton
BBC Radio Sheffield
Fernando Forestieri has apologised for refusing to play for Sheffield Wednesday against Norwich City.
He insists he doesn't want to leave the Owls.
Carlos Carvalhal confirmed today that Forestieri had been fined by the club
Sports Direct latest; 'We'll work with Mike Ashley' says union
Calum McKenzie
BBC Local Live
Steve Turner has also spoken about how his union is hoping to continue to work with Mike Ashley to improve conditions.
IPCC investigates death of footballer who was tasered
BBC Look North, Yorkshire
The former Sheffield Wednesday footballer, Dalian Atkinson (pictured below with the ball) has died after police fired a taser gun at him in Telford in Shropshire. He was 48.
West Mercia Police said officers were responding to a call expressing concern about the safety of an individual in the early hours of the morning.
The Independent Police Complaints Commission is investigating.
Your comments: Jess hints at retirement following Olympic silver
Jessica Ennis-Hill has hinted that she's thinking of retiring following her silver medal in Rio 2016.
Here are some of your comments on our Facebook page:
Sports Direct latest; company 'not off the hook' says union
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Workers employed by Sports Direct and through employment agency, The Best Connection, are expected to start getting their share of £1m back pay in full towards the end of this month, says Unite.
Assistant general secretary Steve Turner calls the move a "significant victory" in the union's campaign.
But he added: “Investors and customers alike should not be fooled into thinking that everything is now rosy at Sports Direct’s Shirebrook warehouse."
Wednesday striker fined for missing match
Rob Staton
BBC Radio Sheffield
Carlos Carvalhal confirms Fernando Forestieri has been fined.
The Owls' forward missed Saturday's match against Norwich City amid recent transfer speculation. He's since apologised.
The Sheffield Wednesday manager wouldn't say whether the Owls' striker will be involved in their match against Burton tomorrow.
Move along, nothing to see here
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Police in Barnsley found a man asleep after a night out.
When they got him up, he left his silhouette behind, thanks to all the rain overnight. He was still clutching his takeaway box.
They've sent out this picture of the incident as an example of how not to end the evening.
Drink safe!
21 charged with organised crime offences in South Yorkshire
Kate Linderholm
BBC Local Live, Sheffield
In the last six weeks, South Yorkshire police have charged 21 people in a crackdown on organised crime and drug dealing.
Of the 21 charged, ten men have been charged with firearms offences, five men with possession of an offensive weapon and assault and five men and one woman with possession with intent to supply class A drugs.
Forestieri issues appology for missing Wednesday match
Andy Giddings
Sports Editor, BBC Sheffield
Sheffield Wednesday forward, Fernando Forestieri has issued an apology following his no show at Norwich City Football Club on Saturday.
The 26-year-old striker refused to play amid recent transfer speculation and has been linked with a move to Championship rivals Derby County, having scored 15 times last season.
In the match, Norwich City were held to a goalless draw by the Owls in their first home game of the season.
Weather warning: High levels of UV
Owain Wyn Evans
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
Slap on the suncream and protect your skin!
Former funeral home up for architecture award
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Sheffield's first pay-as-you-feel café, has just been nominated for an architecture award.
Foodhall in Eyre Street - which aims to tackle food poverty and waste - was set up by local students and boasts a very colourful front door and an eclectic mix of furniture in a former funeral home.
Here's what some of the regulars they think to the place:
Sports Direct to offer £1m payout to workers
BBC Look North, Yorkshire
Thousands of workers at Sports Direct's warehouse in Shirebrook are to get a total of £1 million back pay, according to the Unite union.
Unite says the payments could be up to £1,000 for some workers, and that the money is for non-payment of the minimum wage
Sheffield Wednesday tweet condolence for former player
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Sheffield Wednesday have tweeted following the death of their former player, Dalian Atkinson.
The 48-year-old died of a cardiac arrest after being tasered by police.
Former Wednesday player dies of cardiac arrest after police taser
BBC Sport
A man who died after being shot with a Taser by police in Shropshire is believed to be former footballer Dalian Atkinson.
He was signed by Ron Atkinson at Sheffield Wednesday in 1989 -- costing a considerable for the time £450,000.
He started alongside Owls favourite David Hirst. Wednesday were relegated in his only season at Hillsborough and he joined Real Sociedad in Spain for nearly two million pounds.
Dalian Atkinson played for Sheffield Wednesday and Ipswich Town and is best known for his time at Aston Villa.