A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man who was found seriously injured in Compton Road, Leicester, during the early hours of this morning (Sunday). Police were contacted at 6.58am by East Midlands Ambulance Service who were in attendance after being called to the scene. The man, who in his late 20s, had been found in the street by the ambulance service. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. An investigation has been launched to establish how

An amazing £75,000 donation from Heart Link has funded a new cryoablation console for the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre (EMCHC). The equipment will help the paediatric electrophysiology team at the EMCHC to treat selected children and young people with abnormal heart rhythms – including supraventricular tachycardia, also known as SVT. SVT is a condition where the heart suddenly beats much faster than normal. This can cause palpitations, dizziness, chest discomfort, br

Khidmah Organisation brothers Community Funday on Sunday, 12th July at Crown Hills Community College. People enjoyed Madaris Football Tournament's Fun Zone, completely for free, featuring an obstacle course and inflatables. Khidmah has developed into an established charity offering a wide range of services to the local community of Leicester. Interview with Uzair Makadam - Youth Chair Khidmah Organisation was formed in 1999 as a non-profit voluntary organisation with its visi

A man has suffered serious facial injuries following an incident in Belvoir Street, Leicester, during the early hours of this morning (Sunday). Police were called to the area at 00.25am where a man was found with stab wound injuries to his face. East Midlands Ambulance attended and the man, who is in his 40s, was taken to hospital where he currently remains in a stable condition. His injuries are not deemed to be life-threatening. Officers are carrying out enquiries at the sc

A police cordon is in place along with a blue tent on Compton Road here in the City this morning. Police forensics teams are currently working at the scene. The road closure is between Mountcastle Road and Wolverton Road. We have contacted Leicestershire Police for more information on this investigation. Video & Pictures by Leicester Media Online ©️ 2026

If you happen to walk the City's streets in the early mornings, this is what you'll see. Takeout packaging and uneaten food were scattered across the streets; these pictures were taken in the Market Street area of the city this morning around 6 a.m. Restaurant and takeaway owners should be required to fulfill their social and environmental responsibilities by cleaning the area outside their establishments, rather than depending on the City Council's street cleaning teams. In

A police cordon is in place on Belvoir Street this morning. Sections of the street have been cordoned off following an overnight incident. A cordon has been set up near Harvey's nightclub, where a first aid kit and other items are visible within the taped-off section. We have reached out to Leicestershire Police for further details on this incident. More to follow. UPDATE 12:00 A man was stabbed in the face in the city centre in the early hours of this morning. Man serious

If there’s one thing we are incredibly proud of it is the way in which the Leicester and Leicestershire LGBTQ+ community celebrate during the summer. From the region’s biggest Pride parade and party in Leicester to the four events around the districts and market towns, it’s a fabulous time to get glammed up and show out! Whatever you’re doing for Pride month, there are plenty of chances to show your support across Leicester and Leicestershire, whether you’re part of the LGBTQ

The University of Leicester’s Botanic Garden will come alive with music, family entertainment and hands-on activities this September as it welcomes visitors to its annual Community Festival. Taking place on Sunday 6 September, the festival offers a packed programme of events within the Gardens and the historic Beaumont House, bringing together local performers, traders, and food vendors. The festival will also allow visitors the opportunity to discover more about the future o