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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Boy, 15, wins custody appeal after violent protest
The boy, who prosecutors say was seen in video footage of clashes, had admitted violent disorder.
Main road closed after 'serious assault'
Police and paramedics are at the scene following an incident in east Bristol.
Man jailed for sharing 'horrific' IS videos
A judge tells Faseh Sajid he shared "horrific" material that "glorified the conduct of Isis killers".
Construction giant collapse sees 2,200 jobs cut
The UK operations of the construction group ISG collapsed into administration on Friday.
Man jailed for violent disorder in city
Joseph Bradford, 20, is sentenced to 20 months in jail after pleading guilty to violent disorder.
Council could finally join combined authority
Council leader Mike Bell says it is "an expression of interest" and not a set of proposals.
The underground Bristol venue most people never see
A delivery warehouse under The Galleries has become a destination for dance music fans.
Appeal over 2023 sexual assault in Bristol
Detectives release an image from CCTV after saying "a number of lines of enquiry" have been pursued.
Man arrested after fire in church courtyard
Police said there is some damage to an external part of the church building.
'Tradeswomen paid less amid appalling sexism'
One tradeswoman struggled to find employment despite finishing her training with a distinction.
UK tour for Ukrainian sand animation artist
Oksana Merhut brings stories to life in sand, on stage with music and storytelling.
Private cabbies 'losing business' to bus service
Taxi drivers say people are walking past them to use the alternative service.
School 'top three in world' for tackling adversity
Venturers' Academy says the award proves tailored education can "change lives" of autistic pupils.
Ex- Bristol City player charged after £600k drug find
Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, 33, is accused of orchestrating an attempt to bring the drug into Stansted Airport.
BBC Natural History Unit co-founder dies aged 95
Former BBC wildlife TV presenter, author and naturalist Tony Soper has died.
Fitness fanatic, 92, does 400 push-ups a day
Pensioner Ken Head also completes a 45-minute workout and 5 to 10km runs most days.
Man, 57, jailed for sexually abusing three girls
Robert Ponter exploited the age of his victims to carry out his "vile crimes", police say.
Police charge three more men after Bristol disorder
A total of 40 people have been charged in connection with the disorder, and 22 have been sentenced.
Man who threw missiles at police during disorder jailed
Ashley Hunt is the 22nd person to be sentenced for crimes committed during the disorder.
Investigation after bus crashes into bridge
The company said the bus was "out of service" and travelling towards the depot.
BBC Bristol celebrates 90 years of broadcasting
A look back on 90 years of broadcasting and production at the BBC Bristol office.
MP 'quietly confident' over Portishead line
Plans to bring the railway back came under threat after the scheme funding it was axed in July.
All About Bristol
Tucked away alongside Blaise Museum you can find Blaise Community Garden.
My partner died: could changing drug laws save others?
Green councillor Cara Lavan says altering drug control laws may save lives.
Is this Bristol?s fittest 92 year old?
Ken Head goes out running most days after he?s done his 45 minute of exercise at home.
The Bristol band with possibly the best name in music!
This week?s BBC Introducing in the West track of the week is Saloon Dion 'Daily Bread'.
Where have Bristol's butterflies gone?
Fewer butterflies emerged this year due to a long term decline in their numbers.
Bears claim convincing bonus-point win at Newcastle
Bristol Bears score four tries at Kingston Park to open the Premiership season with a 24-3 win over Newcastle Falcons.
'I want to win every game' says new Bristol City boss Kirby
New Bristol City manager Stephen Kirby says he will embrace the pressure to try to return the club to the Women's Super League.
Lancashire victory ends Somerset title bid
Surrey?s third successive County Championship title is confirmed as Somerset fall to a 168-run defeat away to Lancashire.
County Championship: Pick your team of 2024 season
A chance for you to select your best XI from the top performing players involved in this year's County Championship.
Somerset want One-Day Cup title even 'more'
Somerset want to win even "more" ahead of the One-Day Cup final after missing out last weekend in the T20 Blast Final.
Bath 'not under pressure' to win trophy - Van Graan
Bath are not letting pressure to win a trophy affect them ahead of the new Premiership campaign, says head of rugby Johann van Graan.
How will each Premiership club fare in 2024-25?
BBC Sport assesses the prospects for each Premiership club as the 2024-25 season prepares for kick-off this week.
Weimann 'looking forward' to Bristol City visit
Blackburn Rovers striker Andi Weimann is "looking forward" to playing against his former club Bristol City on Saturday.
Bristol City name Kirby as women's manager
Bristol City name Leicester City first-team coach Stephen Kirby as new women's manager.
Bears claim convincing bonus-point win at Newcastle
Bristol Bears score four tries at Kingston Park to open the Premiership season with a 24-3 win over Newcastle Falcons.
Bristol full-back Heward sidelined until New Year
Bristol Bears will be without Noah Heward and Steel Barker until early 2025 and Kalaveti Ravouvou until November due to injuries.
How will each Premiership club fare in 2024-25?
BBC Sport assesses the prospects for each Premiership club as the 2024-25 season prepares for kick-off this week.
Ibitoye on growth at Bears and why club is 'home'
Winger Gabriel Ibitoye says he has developed as a player at Bristol Bears and would "love to win something" with the Premiership side.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Gold vexed by Joseph's Bath link
Bath coach Gary Gold berates "irresponsible" reports linking London Irish's Jonathan Joseph with a move to the Rec.
Somerset support Rehman's return
Coach Andy Hurry says Somerset had no qualms in bringing Pakistan's Abdur Rehman back to Taunton despite his drugs ban.
Trego signs new Somerset contract
All-rounder Peter Trego signs a new three-year deal with Somerset after an impressive year with ball and bat.
Ward anticipating 'toughest' job
Returning Bristol Rovers manager John Ward expects his second spell at the club to be the hardest task of his career.
England bring in Buttler & Woakes
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler replace James Anderson and Jonathan Trott in England's one-day squad to face India.
Injury blow for Bristol's Grieve
Bristol captain Iain Grieve is set to be sidelined for up to three months after sustaining a suspected bicep tear.
Ward becomes Bristol Rovers boss
League Two strugglers Bristol Rovers appoint John Ward as their manager for a second time until the end of the season.
Players let down McGhee - Virgo
Bristol Rovers centre-back Adam Virgo believes the players let Mark McGhee down following the manager's sacking.
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Burglar stabbed in prison kitchen awarded £5m
Steven Wilson lives with "life-changing" injuries as a result of the attack, the High Court is told.
Watch: Tornado damages properties and blows over trees
Footage of the tornado in Aldershot was captured on residents' doorbell cameras.
Man 'feared for his life' as Taser held to his neck
A Met officer committed gross misconduct by holding the Taser on Jamar Powell's neck, it is found.
Cinnamon the capybara captured in pond
Cinnamon has been on the run for a week after escaping her enclosure at Hoo Zoo, Telford.
Police watchdog sorry over Hillsborough letters
The Independent Office for Police Conduct was accused of being "degrading and cruel" in its correspondence.
Body found in search for missing NHS TV chaplain
Katherine Watson worked as the head of chaplaincy at Newcastle NHS trust.
'I quit my job because of endometriosis ignorance'
A work charter is being created to help people with the condition access more support.
Surgeon moved hospitals while accused of rape
Salil Korambayil is serving a 14-year prison sentence for raping two women.
Tributes paid to hiking couple who died in Majorca
Friends and former colleagues say Sarah Thompson and boyfriend Alexander Barrett were on holiday when they died.
Uni a 'culture change', says 75-year-old fresher
Former truck driver Bob Lakin began studying philosophy at the University of Winchester this week.
Judge throws out Sunak home protest charges
A judge says the evidence is too "tenuous" to convict activists who climbed onto the ex-PM's roof.
'Amazing' Elsie completes paddle-to-school mission
The teenager braved cold seas and daily jellyfish stings in her two-week fundraising challenge.
Source: BBC News
