Durham OnAir

An inpatient BMW driver attempted a dangerous triple overtaking manoeuvre with fatal consequences when a bus ahead pulled into a stop, a court heard.

Durham's MP has taken aim at the developers of the ongoing STACK site in the city after accusing it of prioritising other sites in the UK over two in County Durham.

Durham County Council is facing a potential equal pay claim worth tens of millions of pounds from thousands of female workers, according to the GMB union.

Plans for a new Viking-themed arena and a major expansion of visitor attractions at Kynren have been approved.

Claire Bowler, 39, of Coxhoe, has been disqualified from driving after being caught over the legal alcohol limit on the A688 at Thinford.

Sunderland Empire and Martin Dodd for UK Productions are delighted to announce that 5 Milkshake! presenter, Olivia Birchenough, will be returning to Sunderland Empire this Christmas in The Further Adventures of Peter Pan: The Return of Captain Hook after a fabulous 2023 festive season starring in Beauty and the Beast. Olivia will be joining this magical tale as the enchanting Ethel Mermaid from Friday 11 December 2026 until Sunday 3 January 2027.

Tomorrow night’s World Cup semi-final is, of course, bringing up memories of Mexico 86 and the ‘hand of God’... Peter Reid, who played in that match, and Sir Bobby Robson’s son, Mark, have been reflecting on it.

New College Durham is proud to support the ambitions of talented young racing driver Lloyd Palmer as he continues his journey through the highly competitive world of karting.

A member of staff renowned for his exceptional customer service, genuine warmth and dedication to visitors has been crowned Durham Tourism Superstar 2026.

Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.

The UK government said taking the firm into public hands would safeguard "a vital national capability".

An NHS trial over 10 years followed nearly 3,500 men who received focal therapy, a less invasive treatment.

Bonnie Tyler's coffin will be brought to her Mumbles home, with fans invited to "pay their respects".

Riley McGree says he's getting stronger every day as he works his way back from the injury blow he suffered in Middlesbrough's Championship play-off final

Marcus Forss is training with Bolton Wanderers after leaving Middlesbrough as a free agent at the end of last season.

Kim Hellberg is excited by the element of the unknown with Middlesbrough summer signing Myles Peart-Harris

Timothee Pembele has completed a permanent exit from Sunderland, joining French side Le Havre