Calderdale libraries are boldly going where they’ve never gone before – by hosting their first-ever Science Fiction Festival. Events are running at Brighouse library and Halifax central library until Sunday (Sept 25) and include film screenings, author talks and special effects demonstrations.
More on the Bradford man who was jailed for 27 years for murdering a Glasgow shopkeeper and is now to appeal against the length of his sentence.
Tanveer Ahmed,32, believes judge Lady Rae didn't follow proper legal guidelines when she decided his jail term for murdering Asad Shah in March this year.
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Ahmed stabbed 40-year-old Mr Shah outside his shop. He admitted the murder and said the victim had disrespected Islam by falsely claiming to be a prophet.
He claims his guilty plea merited less time in prison.
Police may face investigation after death of Huddersfield man
Three police officers could be prosecuted after the death of a man from Huddersfield who was tasered by police.
The Independent Police Complaints Commission has referred the case of three officers to the Crown Prosecution Service following the death of Adrian McDonald in 2014.
The IPCC has said previously that during an incident at a flat in Newcastle-under-Lyme, a police officer discharged a taser at Mr McDonald.
He was arrested and taken to a police van where he became "unresponsive".
He died at the scene.
Yorkshire reach 350
BBC West Yorkshire Sport
Yorkshire's title hopes are still alive! Ryan Sidebottom clips Toby Roland-Jones off his legs to the boundary to take them past 350.
It means the only way Somerset can be crowned champions is if they beat Notts and these two draw.
M1 lanes reopen after accident
BBC Travel
Thankfully that accident on the M1 seems to be all clear now...
Down at Lords rain has stopped play in the County Championship, but Yorkshire need one more run to reach the 350 target to keep them in with a chance of winning the competition.
The score card currently looks like this Middlesex 270 v Yorkshire 349-9.
You can click through to the BBC's live page via the tweet below to get the latetst
BreakingBradford man to appeal against murder jail term
A Bradford man who was jailed for life for murdering a Glasgow shopkeeper is to be allowed to appeal against the length of his minimum 27-year jail term.
New street drinking proposals could be brought in early in Bradford
Bradford Council's considering bringing forward proposals to cut street drinking by a year.
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A consultation was held regarding the idea - and the orders were set to come in next October.
Now, a council committee is looking at bringing the new orders in next month to tackle anti-social behaviour.
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Latest PostFive things we learned today
Nick Wilmshurst
BBC Local Live, Leeds
Well that's all form me for today folks, we'll be back for more of the same tomorrow from 08:00.
Before I go, here are a few things that we didn't know when we roused from our beds this morning...
See you tomorrow
Watch: What has Hull ever done for us?
BBC News England
Cities and towns across Yorkshire all have their claims to cultural heritage. But 2017 is Hull's year.
All eyes are on the city today for the announcement of the programme of events for City of Culture 2017.
Here's a look at some of Hull's famous faces and surprising facts about its history:
Weather: dry tonight with plenty of sun to come tomorrow
Paul Hudson
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
Tonight it'll be mostly dry with clear periods, although an isolated shower is possible later. Minimum temperature 8C (46F).
Tomorrow we can look forward to a dry and bright day with long spells of sunshine. Maximum temperature 18C (64F).
Sci-fi festival comes to Brighouse
Huddersfield Examiner
Calderdale libraries are boldly going where they’ve never gone before – by hosting their first-ever Science Fiction Festival. Events are running at Brighouse library and Halifax central library until Sunday (Sept 25) and include film screenings, author talks and special effects demonstrations.
Man fined £1000 over dog control order
I count this as a little victory..
Although I have nothing to do with this bloke from Gipton, I've personally come a cropper on two separate occasions with dog eggs recently.
Keighley man wanted over assault
Have you seen Amjab Ali Azam?
West Yorkshire Police would like to speak to him about an assault in Keighley on 3 July.
Officers say that he could be living in the Keighley area, that he also goes by the name of Amjad and has links to Bradford and Manchester.
He is not believed to pose a risk to the general public, but anyone who sees him is advised not to approach him and call police on 101.
Mixed reactions over £15m leisure centre plans
Wakefield Express
Plans to create a new £14.8m leisure centre in Pontefract Park have been met with mixed reactions.
Bradford man to appeal against murder jail term
More on the Bradford man who was jailed for 27 years for murdering a Glasgow shopkeeper and is now to appeal against the length of his sentence.
Tanveer Ahmed,32, believes judge Lady Rae didn't follow proper legal guidelines when she decided his jail term for murdering Asad Shah in March this year.
Ahmed stabbed 40-year-old Mr Shah outside his shop. He admitted the murder and said the victim had disrespected Islam by falsely claiming to be a prophet.
He claims his guilty plea merited less time in prison.
Social enterprise cafe opens in Chapeltown
Looks like someone drew the short straw today...
Travel update: Broken down bus on inner ring road
BBC Travel
This is probably going to cause you some problems in Leeds if they don't get it shifted. I understand it's right by the Woodhouse slip road.
Police may face investigation after death of Huddersfield man
Three police officers could be prosecuted after the death of a man from Huddersfield who was tasered by police.
The Independent Police Complaints Commission has referred the case of three officers to the Crown Prosecution Service following the death of Adrian McDonald in 2014.
The IPCC has said previously that during an incident at a flat in Newcastle-under-Lyme, a police officer discharged a taser at Mr McDonald.
He was arrested and taken to a police van where he became "unresponsive".
He died at the scene.
Yorkshire reach 350
BBC West Yorkshire Sport
Yorkshire's title hopes are still alive! Ryan Sidebottom clips Toby Roland-Jones off his legs to the boundary to take them past 350.
It means the only way Somerset can be crowned champions is if they beat Notts and these two draw.
M1 lanes reopen after accident
BBC Travel
Thankfully that accident on the M1 seems to be all clear now...
Cricket: Yorkshire on a knife edge
BBC West Yorkshire Sport
Down at Lords rain has stopped play in the County Championship, but Yorkshire need one more run to reach the 350 target to keep them in with a chance of winning the competition.
The score card currently looks like this Middlesex 270 v Yorkshire 349-9.
You can click through to the BBC's live page via the tweet below to get the latetst
Travel update: Three lanes closed J41 M1 northbound
BBC Travel
This could cause some major problems if not cleared before rush hour. Thyere are a few queues leading up to it, but nothing too bad at the minute
This is around J41
BreakingBradford man to appeal against murder jail term
A Bradford man who was jailed for life for murdering a Glasgow shopkeeper is to be allowed to appeal against the length of his minimum 27-year jail term.
New street drinking proposals could be brought in early in Bradford
Bradford Council's considering bringing forward proposals to cut street drinking by a year.
A consultation was held regarding the idea - and the orders were set to come in next October.
Now, a council committee is looking at bringing the new orders in next month to tackle anti-social behaviour.
Weather: Brightening throughout the afternoon
Abbie Dewhurst
Weather Presenter, BBC Look North
The cloud we've had this morning will gradually break during the afternoon, with some longer spells of sunshine later. Highs of 18C (64F).
Stunning views up on the moors
This just tweeted by one of our MPs...
Travel update: Two vehicle crash in Bradford
BBC Travel
Just a bit more on that crash in the centre of Bradford on the A650 Manningham Lane.
A woman has been taken to hospital after being freed from her car by the fire service.
We've no word on when the road will reopen.