Weather: Sunny spells and a few scattered showers into the evening
Owain Wyn Evans
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
Some heavy and thundery showers, but it will remain dry for most.
TONIGHT: Any remaining showers will clear overnight, turning mostly dry. Some clear spells, and it will be a chilly night with lows of 6C (43F).
TOMORROW: A cold start to Saturday, but it'll be dry with fair amount of sunshine, colder conditions and showers by lunch.
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Cost of getting rid of Police Chief: £178,000 and rising
James Vincent
Reporter BBC Look North
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That's the cost so far of the controversial decision to get rid of South Yorkshire's chief constable of police.
Look North has seen figures which show the cost of backfilling behind David Crompton since his suspension five months ago has been £65,000.
On top of that, David Crompton has been paid a little over £63,000.
And so far the legal bill stands at £50,000
Last night South Yorkshire's elected police and crime commissioner - Alan Billings - said Mr Crompton (left) should resign over his handling of the inquests into the Hillsborough football disaster.
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Slow traffic near Forgemasters in Sheffield
BBC Travel
Brightside Lane in Sheffield is partially blocked and there's queuing traffic northbound between the A6102 Hawke Street junction and the Meadowhall Way junction, because of a broken-down lorry.
The Sheffield toddler was 21 months old when he went missing on 24 July 1991.
Officers uncovered ancient graves on Thursday during a fresh excavation of the area, which began on Monday.
Police said they were asked to stop by the landowner, but his concerns about the tombs had been resolved and the search would continue as planned.
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Quote Message: With the support of Greek authorities and in consultation with the landowner we have now resumed the dig and our search continues." from Jon Cousins Detective Inspector
With the support of Greek authorities and in consultation with the landowner we have now resumed the dig and our search continues."
South Yorkshire police chief to take court action over calls to resign
My report contains graphic images which some viewers may find distressing.
The great 'Elephant Auction' for Sheffield Children's Hospital
Helen Bailey
BBC Radio Sheffield
They're almost gone... the Herd of Sheffield might be disappearing from our streets but the chance for you to buy your own is coming soon.
Here's Sheffield artist Pete McKee. Pete's elephant will be auctioned on 20 October at the Crucible Theatre to raise money for a life-saving piece of equipment at Sheffield Children's Hospital.
The Ryder Cup is under way. South Yorkshire's Lindrick golf club has three representatives - Danny Willet, Matt Fitzpatrick and Lee Westwood.
Every other year since 1927, top golfers from both sides of the Atlantic have gone head-to-head in the tournament.
The contest has seen controversy, rivalry and brilliant match play.
Want to know more about the history of the Ryder Cup? Have a look here.
Can you brighten up your rainy day just with words?
Rony Robinson
Presenter, BBC Radio Sheffield
As part of the 'Off The Shelf' festival, sites in the city and some out of town will reveal Yorkshire sayings and Sheffield song lyrics, as if by magic, but only when it rains!
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Quote Message: It's awful. How could anybody inflict this on a trusting animal. Sadly animal mutilation seems to be on the increase. What's gone wrong in society when this can happen? The law is too soft." from Barry Stephenson
It's awful. How could anybody inflict this on a trusting animal. Sadly animal mutilation seems to be on the increase. What's gone wrong in society when this can happen? The law is too soft."
Quote Message: Heartbreaking. Poor, trusting Chester. The people who did this are sick as well as despicable." from Wendy Hardcastle
Heartbreaking. Poor, trusting Chester. The people who did this are sick as well as despicable."
Quote Message: They do this because there isn't any deterrent any more. Schools can't do much like they used to and this is the result! Disgusting." from Zoe Fedak
They do this because there isn't any deterrent any more. Schools can't do much like they used to and this is the result! Disgusting."
Quote Message: How horrible can people be? Poor horse never did them any harm, I do hope they get caught and punished." from Margaret Eyre
How horrible can people be? Poor horse never did them any harm, I do hope they get caught and punished."
Quote Message: Pure evil and if they get caught they'll get a pitiful punishment leaving them to do it again." from Damian Maxfield
Pure evil and if they get caught they'll get a pitiful punishment leaving them to do it again."
Quote Message: Poor poor horse , my thoughts go out to the owner x" from Sally Shelton
Poor poor horse , my thoughts go out to the owner x"
Quote Message: It makes me sick to think we have people in this world that have so much evil inside them They should be caught and the same done to them It's terrible. This poor helpless beautiful animal." from Lisa Barratt
It makes me sick to think we have people in this world that have so much evil inside them They should be caught and the same done to them It's terrible. This poor helpless beautiful animal."
Quote Message: Brought a tear to my eye xx" from Chloe Fletcher
Brought a tear to my eye xx"
Rugby league star spared jail for assaulting anti-doping officer
Leigh Centurions star Sam Barlow has been spared jail for assaulting an anti-doping officer who called at his home to carry out a random drugs test.
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Bradford Crown Court heard the rugby league player had been abusive and aggressive to UK Anti-Doping official Mark Dean, who feared he was going to be punched by the "physically imposing" 6ft 3in, 18-stone loose forward.
Barlow clenched his fist and drew back his arm, standing over Mr Dean, and then barred his way as he tried to leave the rugby player's Halifax home.
The 28-year-old was ordered to do 150 hours' unpaid work by the judge who told Barlow: "You have brought shame upon yourself and upon Leigh Rugby League Club."
At an earlier hearing, Barlow, who has also played for Huddersfield and Sheffield, as well as representing Scotland in the 2013 Rugby League World Cup, admitted common assault.
David Crompton was suspended by Dr Alan Billings, the region's Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), after the Hillsborough inquest verdicts in April because he thought the force had tried to justify the questioning of fans' conduct.
Mr Billings' decision has been branded by the Chief Inspector of Constabulary, Sir Tom Winsor, as "conspicuously unfair and disproportionate".
Sir Tom clashed with the police commissioner over the issue this morning:
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Weather: Sunny spells and a few scattered showers into the evening
Owain Wyn Evans
Weather presenter, BBC Look North
Some heavy and thundery showers, but it will remain dry for most.
TONIGHT: Any remaining showers will clear overnight, turning mostly dry. Some clear spells, and it will be a chilly night with lows of 6C (43F).
TOMORROW: A cold start to Saturday, but it'll be dry with fair amount of sunshine, colder conditions and showers by lunch.
Cost of getting rid of Police Chief: £178,000 and rising
James Vincent
Reporter BBC Look North
That's the cost so far of the controversial decision to get rid of South Yorkshire's chief constable of police.
Look North has seen figures which show the cost of backfilling behind David Crompton since his suspension five months ago has been £65,000.
On top of that, David Crompton has been paid a little over £63,000.
And so far the legal bill stands at £50,000
Last night South Yorkshire's elected police and crime commissioner - Alan Billings - said Mr Crompton (left) should resign over his handling of the inquests into the Hillsborough football disaster.
Slow traffic near Forgemasters in Sheffield
BBC Travel
Brightside Lane in Sheffield is partially blocked and there's queuing traffic northbound between the A6102 Hawke Street junction and the Meadowhall Way junction, because of a broken-down lorry.
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Read moreBen Needham search: Archaeological finds delay dig
Pritti Mistry
BBC News Online
The search for missing toddler Ben Needham on the Greek island of Kos was temporarily halted because of a dispute over archaeological remains.
The Sheffield toddler was 21 months old when he went missing on 24 July 1991.
Officers uncovered ancient graves on Thursday during a fresh excavation of the area, which began on Monday.
Police said they were asked to stop by the landowner, but his concerns about the tombs had been resolved and the search would continue as planned.
South Yorkshire police chief to take court action over calls to resign
The Guardian
A legal battle has broken out after a chief constable was told to step down for comments he made after the inquest into the Hillsborough disaster, which some interpreted as continuing to place blame on fans at the match.
Tommy Ward murder: One year on family plea to help find killers
Alasdair Gill
Journalist, BBC Look North
The family of the murdered Rotherham pensioner Tommy Ward is renewing appeals for information - a year after he was attacked.
Tomorrow marks 12 months since he suffered fatal injuries at his home in Maltby.
He died almost five months later in hospital.
My report contains graphic images which some viewers may find distressing.
The great 'Elephant Auction' for Sheffield Children's Hospital
Helen Bailey
BBC Radio Sheffield
They're almost gone... the Herd of Sheffield might be disappearing from our streets but the chance for you to buy your own is coming soon.
Here's Sheffield artist Pete McKee. Pete's elephant will be auctioned on 20 October at the Crucible Theatre to raise money for a life-saving piece of equipment at Sheffield Children's Hospital.
Book your tickets for the auction here.
Tee-offs and tantrums: A history of the Ryder Cup
BBC iWonder
The Ryder Cup is under way. South Yorkshire's Lindrick golf club has three representatives - Danny Willet, Matt Fitzpatrick and Lee Westwood.
Every other year since 1927, top golfers from both sides of the Atlantic have gone head-to-head in the tournament.
The contest has seen controversy, rivalry and brilliant match play.
Want to know more about the history of the Ryder Cup? Have a look here.
Can you brighten up your rainy day just with words?
Rony Robinson
Presenter, BBC Radio Sheffield
As part of the 'Off The Shelf' festival, sites in the city and some out of town will reveal Yorkshire sayings and Sheffield song lyrics, as if by magic, but only when it rains!
Here's how it works...
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Search for Ben: Back to normal
Danny Savage
North of England correspondent
Police say the presence of ancient burial site in the area where they're searching for Ben Needham will not interfere with their operation.
It's back to normal.
BreakingBen Needham search to continue
Danny Savage
North of England correspondent
Here in Kos, I've been speaking to the officer leading operation on Kos. The search to continue as planned.
Your views: Who would kill Chester?
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news
Yesterday, we told you the terrible news about Chester. The pony was attacked and killed overnight on Tuesday at High View Stables in Carr Lane, Carr, Rotherham.
Attackers led him from his enclosure before injuring him so badly he had to be put down.
South Yorkshire Police are asking for your help to find them.
You've been sharing your thoughts on BBC Radio Sheffield's Facebook page.
Rugby league star spared jail for assaulting anti-doping officer
Leigh Centurions star Sam Barlow has been spared jail for assaulting an anti-doping officer who called at his home to carry out a random drugs test.
Bradford Crown Court heard the rugby league player had been abusive and aggressive to UK Anti-Doping official Mark Dean, who feared he was going to be punched by the "physically imposing" 6ft 3in, 18-stone loose forward.
Barlow clenched his fist and drew back his arm, standing over Mr Dean, and then barred his way as he tried to leave the rugby player's Halifax home.
The 28-year-old was ordered to do 150 hours' unpaid work by the judge who told Barlow: "You have brought shame upon yourself and upon Leigh Rugby League Club."
At an earlier hearing, Barlow, who has also played for Huddersfield and Sheffield, as well as representing Scotland in the 2013 Rugby League World Cup, admitted common assault.
He is currently serving a four-year ban from all sporting activity for not taking the random, unannounced test.
Listen: PCC and Chief Inspector of Constabulary clash over suspension of police chief
Today Programme
BBC Radio 4
The Chief Constable of South Yorkshire Police will take legal action over the decision to ask him to resign.
David Crompton was suspended by Dr Alan Billings, the region's Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), after the Hillsborough inquest verdicts in April because he thought the force had tried to justify the questioning of fans' conduct.
Mr Billings' decision has been branded by the Chief Inspector of Constabulary, Sir Tom Winsor, as "conspicuously unfair and disproportionate".
Sir Tom clashed with the police commissioner over the issue this morning:
BreakingWatch: Ben Needham search halted
Danny Savage
North of England correspondent
Live report from Kos.
Your headlines this lunchtime
Jenny Cork
BBC Sheffield news