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Rail worker threatened by erratic trespasser on train tracks in London
A member of railway staff was been threatened by a trespasser on the tracks in London.
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LIVE updates on London travel as Storm Claudia brings rain warning
London is set to feel the impacts of Storm Claudia today, as the Met Office has set a yellow weather warning for rain.
Sadiq Khan raises London Congestion Charge and cuts electric vehicle discounts
TfL has announced that the Congestion Charge will increase to £18 from January 2026, and that electric vehicles will now pay the fee.
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The latest planning applications made in Barking and Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham Council has received new planning applications this week, including home extensions, loft conversions, tree works, care home changes, and new housing proposals across the borough.
Man dies in hospital after house fire in Dagenham
A man has died in hospital after a house fire in Dagenham.
'Only come to an A&E if your life is at risk during strike', NHS trust warns
A doctors' strike is set to have a "significant impact" on services at Queen's and King George Hospitals, the NHS trust which runs them has warned.
‘Two of our cars have been damaged by the postman’s trolley - it’s quite comical’
Chris and Kim Watts in Bosworth Road, Dagenham say they have had two cars damaged by a postman's trolley in less than two years.
Traffic builds after 'incident' near central London college
There is heavy traffic following reports of an incident near a college in central London. Live updates here.
Police investigate woman 'sexually assaulted' at Gants Hill station
Police are investigating reports of a woman being sexual assaulted at Gants Hill station.
All the London Underground lines and stations closed this weekend listed
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (November 14 - 16) and don't be caught out.
Family devastated after dog killed in horror Barking canine attack
A family is in shock after their dog was killed following an attack in Abbey Road, Barking.
Barking shop 'trying at every cost' to keep licence after illegal workers found
Costcutter in Barking is trying "at every cost" to keep its licence after illegal workers were found at the premises.
7 London state schools ranked among the most well-behaved in England
Seven state schools in London have been named among the most well-behaved in England by the Great British Schools Guide (GBSG).
Dagenham man who described desire to sexually abuse child avoids prison
Muhammad Farooq, from Dagenham, attempted to engage in sexual communication with a child.
Police investigation into death of girl, 11, in Thames ends without charges
The police investigation into the death of Kaliyah Coa in the River Thames has concluded without criminal charges.
Revealed - which east London borough had the most crime last month?
Metropolitan Police data has revealed which borough in east London had the most crime in October 2025.
Warning issued as biggest 'cannibal storm' in 20 years may disrupt GPS tonight
The powerful cannibal solar storm could disrupt communications and GPS on Earth tonight but also increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights.
Road closed outside station in Chigwell after 'horrible' crash
A busy road outside a station in Chigwell is closed by police following a "horrible" crash. Live updates here.
Half of drivers admit they’ve ‘hidden’ in their car for peace and quiet
Half of drivers admit they’ve ‘hidden’ in their car – for some peace and quiet away from partners, kids and work colleagues.
Lifelong West Ham fan surprised with award by Jarrod Bowen
West Ham fan David Foster was surprised by Jarrod Bowen with the 2025 JustGiving outstanding commitment award after raising £12,000 for Rape Crisis in memory of his daughter Emily.