Two men drove up to the 28-year-old victim in Hamilton and assaulted him, causing serious head injuries.
Public warned over on-the-run prisoner from East Kilbride
Sean Gallacher, from East Kilbride, failed to return to Barlinnie prison in Glasgow on 19 November.
Consultant tried to meet '14-year-old girl' for sex
Urology consultant John Crooks arranged to meet an undercover police officer posing as a 14-year-old girl.
How Instagram star walked away from 'selling anorexia'
Scottish influencer Lucinda Evelyn shares concerns over online stars promoting rapid weight loss products.
Glasgow bus crash firm given formal warning after inquiry
An inquiry found broken bolts on the suspension of the coach which crashed on the Clydeside Expressway.
Woman tied up and robbed by couple at home in Johnstone
A "smartly-dressed" couple forced their way into the woman's house before stealing a four-figure sum of money.
Police warn of rise in football sectarianism and violence
A senior officer has warned religious bigotry and disorder at football has increased in the last 12 months.
'Danger to the public' gunman jailed for Glasgow murder bid
Steven Nelson blasted a shotgun at another man's car in a "frightener gone wrong".
Concern for young humpback whale spotted near Oban
The whale was seen in difficulty in shallow water in Dunstaffnage Bay near Oban.
Old photos show Katrine aqueduct being built
Glass slides found in a skip show one of Scotland's most important public works being built.
'Golden death' kills parasites from inside out
Researchers discover a new kind of bacterium that could fight parasites in humans, animals and plants.
Paedophile priest Paul Moore to be defrocked by Church
Paul Moore will lose the right to be called "father" and carry out spiritual work
Client of murdered sex worker Emma Caldwell denies killing her
A man at the centre of one of Scotland's most high-profile unsolved murders speaks publicly for the first time.
Celtic players 'know they have a job to do', says John Kennedy
Celtic's players have not had their "heads turned" following Brendan Rodgers' departure, says assistant manager John Kenne...
Man jailed for spitting on Catholic priest outside church
Bradley Wallace, 24, assaulted Canon Thomas White outside his Glasgow church during an orange walk.
Celtic: Ryan Christie & Callum McGregor to miss next two games
Callum McGregor will miss Celtic's next two games with a calf injury, says assistant manager John Kennedy.
Celtic: Boss Neil Lennon says returning to club was a 'no-brainer'
New Celtic manager Neil Lennon insists he does not want to be compared to predecessor Brendan Rodgers as he reveals it was a 'no-brainer...
Plasterer jailed for murdering young father in van attack
Daniel McCafferty knocked down Steven Campbell then dragged him under his van for almost half a mile.
Carl McHugh: Motherwell boss Stephen Robinson's concern for midfielder's recovery
Motherwell boss Stephen Robinson's "major concern" for Carl McHugh is how he recovers from the psychological damage of his lat...
Heart of Midlothian v Celtic
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Heart of Midlothian and Celtic.
Rangers v Dundee
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Rangers and Dundee.
Kilmarnock v Motherwell
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Kilmarnock and Motherwell.
Aberdeen v Hamilton Academical
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Aberdeen and Hamilton Academical.
'I maybe took Celtic as far as I could' - new Leicester boss Rodgers
Brendan Rodgers says the feeling he had probably reached the height of his success at Celtic Park contributed to his decision to join Leices...
'I was subjected to same song as Clarke' - McCann accuses Celtic fans of sectarian singing after father died
Former Rangers winger Neil McCann says he was subjected to sectarian taunting from Celtic fans on the day tributes were paid to his late fat...
Ross County 3-2 Ayr United: Billy Mckay suffers injury as hat-trick maintains lead
Billy Mckay scores a hat-trick but goes off with a suspected broken arm as Ross County beat Ayr United to maintain their Scottish Championsh...
Dunfermline Athletic 3-0 Partick Thistle: Anderson double helps keep Thistle at bottom
On-loan Aberdeen striker Bruce Anderson's double gives Dunfermline Athletic a win that leaves Partick Thistle at the foot of the Scottis...
Greenock Morton 1-0 Queen of the South: Gregor Buchanan's goal lifts Ton to sixth
Gregor Buchanan's late winner lifts Greenock Morton above visitors Queen of the South into sixth place in the Scottish Championship.
Movie tourists boost Scottish castle visitor numbers
Films such as Mary Queen of Scots being shot in Scotland helped attract more tourists, new figures suggest.
Celtic: Neil Lennon agrees terms to return to replace Brendan Rodgers
Neil Lennon has agreed to return to Celtic as interim manager assuming Brendan Rodgers completes his move to Leicester City.
Man offered £50,000 to fit tracking device on taxi boss
A witness told a trial he was offered money to plant a tracking device on ex-taxi firm boss Steven Daniel.
Five tonnes of suspected illicit tobacco seized in HMRC raids
Authorities believe they have found two illicit tobacco factories as part of their searches.
TV personality cleared of raping girl in south of France
The case against Bryce Curdy, from Ayr, was found not proven at the High Court in Glasgow.
Seafood jobs at risk from massive hike in export charges
The cost of EU export health certificates for a box of oysters has soared from £17 to £91 in just two years.
Celtic: Brendan Rodgers set to join Leicester City after green light for talks
Brendan Rodgers is expected to become Leicester City's new manager after Celtic give him permission to speak to the Premier League club.
Social care workers face 'unfair conditions'
An inquiry finds many staff in social care face long working hours and job insecurity.
Man loses teeth after 'violent' East Kilbride street assault
A 26-year-old man was attacked by the passenger of a car which pulled up beside him in East Kilbride.
Catching a killer
The 16-year-old murderer of Alesha MacPhail was arrested after his mother looked at her home security system.
Police appeal after teenager sexually assaulted on train
British Transport Police said the incident happened between Lockerbie and Glasgow Central station.
Rangers thumping 'really inspired' Hamilton Accies manager Brian Rice
Brian Rice says his Hamilton Accies side can learn from their 5-0 defeat by Rangers and hopes to adopt elements of their play.
Celtic: Players 'not distracted' by Brendan Rodgers rumours - Scott Bain
Celtic's players "will not be distracted" by manager Brendan Rodgers being linked with Leicester City, says goalkeeper Scott B...
Ice Hockey: Fife Flyers' double win gives Bari McKenzie hope as Glasgow Clan form dips
Fife Flyers recover their form just in time for the play-off run-in, but Glasgow Clan's form dips and Dundee Stars drop to second bottom.
Celtic 4-1 Motherwell: Rodgers says visitors should have let his side score
Brendan Rodgers suggests Motherwell should have allowed Celtic to score in order to "redeem themselves" after their controversial ...
'We don't want to hear that' - Rangers manager Steven Gerrard speaks out against chanting
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard has repeated his plea for the club's fans to stop singing an offensive chant about Kilmarnock manager Ste...
Rangers: Steven Gerrard and Europa League run boost trading figures
Rangers announce a £5.2m overall profit in their unaudited trading results for the six months to December.
Carl McHugh: Motherwell player sustained 'no damage' at Celtic Park
Carl McHugh sustained "no damage to his head or neck" after the Motherwell midfielder was taken off on a stretcher against Celtic.
Weir Group sells Flow Control division in £275m deal
The Glasgow-based engineering group is seeking to focus on mining and upstream oil and gas markets.
Sex offender arrested in Glasgow
Christopher Wright was jailed in 2014 for sexual assault and attempted kidnap in Blackpool.
I'm fully concentrated on Celtic - manager Brendan Rodgers
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says his focus is solely on his work at the club despite speculation linking him with Leicester City.
Alesha killer's YouTube video game channel removed
The video channel showing Aaron Campbell playing violent computer games has been taken down by YouTube.
Celtic v Motherwell
Stats followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish Premiership game between Celtic and Motherwell.
Hamilton Academical v Rangers
Stats followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish Premiership game between Hamilton Academical and Rangers.
Man left with head injuries after assault in Clydebank
A 25-year-old man is hospitalised with head injuries after an assault on a busy road in Clydebank.
Ayr United v Dunfermline Athletic
Text updates followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Ayr United and Dunfermline Athletic.
Inverness CT v Greenock Morton
Text updates followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Inverness Caledonian Thistle and Greenock Morton.
Partick Thistle v Ross County
Text updates followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Partick Thistle and Ross County.
'Multiple vehicles' in motorway crash
The M8 motorway's westbound carriageway is closed in central Glasgow following the collision.
Three charged after Lanarkshire death of Philip McMillan
It follows the death of 26-year-old Philip McMillan in Holytown's Sunnyside Crescent early on Friday.
Funeral for Motherwell schoolgirl Abbie Mclaren
A private service is held for Abbie Mclaren at Motherwell's Crosshill Church.
Beavers to become protected species in Scotland
From May it will become an offence in Scotland to kill, injure or capture the animals.
Heart of Midlothian v St Mirren
Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Heart of Midlothian and St Mirren.
Livingston v Kilmarnock
Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Livingston and Kilmarnock.
Jamie Genevieve: Don't call me an 'influencer'
The Instagram-famous Scottish make-up artist and YouTube star reveals all about life behind the filter.
Man charged over Gartness shooting death
Gary More died after being attacked outside his house in Gartness, near Airdrie, on 6 September.
Missing Lancashire sex offender Christopher Wright wanted by police
Police are hunting Christopher Wright who was jailed in 2014 for sexual assault and attempted kidnap.
Clutha families 'punished again' over cost of fatal accident inquiry
The relatives have been asked to pay more than £8,000 towards costs of the inquiry into the helicopter crash.
Your pictures
A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 15 and 22 February.
North Ayrshire beach rescue after sat-nav blunder
Rescue teams recover a car from the beach at Irvine after a driver took a wrong turn and got stranded.
'We're talking about deducting points - rubbish' - Kilmarnock's Boyd on 'strict liability'
Deducting points from Scottish clubs for the misconduct of their fans would be a "load of rubbish", says Kilmarnock striker Kris B...
Alesha MacPhail murder: Judge lifts ban on naming killer
A judge ruled Aaron Campbell could be named following an application from media outlets.
Princess Royal Maternity Hospital: Dead babies infected with rare bacterium
Two babies who died in a Glasgow maternity hospital had been infected with a bacterium never been seen before in Scotland.
'Suspicious' death in Holytown, North Lanarkshire
Police say the death of the 26-years-old man in Holytown is being treated as suspicious.
All must work together on sectarianism, says Kilmarnock's Clarke
"Everybody has to take some responsibility" for tackling sectarianism, says Kilmarnock manager Steve Clarke.
'The referee took it away from us' - Rodgers says Toljan red cost Celtic
Jeremy Toljan's sending-off "took the game away" from Celtic, says Brendan Rodgers after his side's European season ends.
George Horne back for Glasgow's Connacht game
Glasgow welcome back George Horne after a month's absence for Friday's Pro14 contest against Connacht at Scotstoun.
How to build the perfect model railway
Enthusiasts reveal their quest for perfection in recreating railway scenes from the past.
Europa League: 10-man Celtic beaten by Valencia
A battling performance from 10-man Celtic is not enough in Spain as Valencia knock them out of the Europa League at the last-32 stage.
Argyll and Bute Council passes budget despite youth protests
Argyll and Bute is one of several Scottish councils voting on tax rises amid financial pressures.
Three arrested after abusive messages to Old Firm referee
Police have arrested three men after an official at the Rangers v Celtic football match received threatening messages.
Natalie McGarry: Former SNP MP denies embezzling £41,500
Natalie McGarry is to stand trial in April charged with embezzling the money from three pro-independence groups.
Teenager guilty of Alesha murder on Bute
A 16-year-old boy is found guilty of the abduction, rape and murder of six-year-old Alesha MacPhail on Isle of Bute
Police try to trace the owner of a set of old photos found in Glasgow
A selection of old photos were found in Glasgow last October and police want to reunite them with their owner.
Police appeal one year after man shot in face in Cambuslang
Former junior football manager Paul McColl was shot in the face and stomach as he sat in his car in Cambuslang.
Parents recall dog attacks as MSPs consider laws
MSPs hear from victims as they consider strengthening legislation on the control of dogs.
Steve Clarke: Rangers will do 'everything possible' to eradicate abuse suffered by Kilmarnock boss
Rangers say they will do "everything possible" to eradicate the abuse aimed at Kilmarnock boss Steve Clarke in their Scottish Cup ...
Scottish packaging firm Macfarlane Group makes Brexit plan
The boss of the UK's biggest protective packaging distributor has a "high degree of confidence" it could still serve customers...
Steve Clarke: Kilmarnock boss upset by 'sectarian' abuse in Rangers defeat
Kilmarnock manager Steve Clarke says he was subjected to 'sectarian' abuse during his side's 5-0 Scottish Cup fifth-round replay...
Tom Walker dedicates best breakthrough act Brit to gran
The singer says his Scottish grandmother is his "role model" and a regular at his Scottish concerts.
Police officer still in pain after being stabbed on duty
PC Laura Sayer and PC Kenneth MacKenzie were stabbed after accompanying mental health workers to a flat in Greenock.
Alesha MacPhail murder trial: Woman said she was 'in a better place'
The comment was said to have been made by the woman blamed by the accused for the murder of Alesha MacPhail.
Pupils protest over Argyll and Bute youth services cuts
Protests and so-called "strikes" are planned at several local secondary schools on Wednesday.
BBC Scotland responds to claims of bias against Rangers
The club's managing director has claimed the BBC's highlights programme Sportscene has treated it unfairly.
BBC Scotland responds to claims of bias against Rangers
The club's managing director has claimed the BBC's highlights programme Sportscene has treated it unfairly.
Harmful chemicals in 'green' Glasgow burn to be flushed
High levels of hexavalent chromium - which has been linked to cancer - were found in the Polmadie Burn last week.
Police release details of car used in Springburn shooting
Police say the registration of the vehicle they believe was used in a Glasgow shooting is MJ14 ZFM.
Steven Spielberg movie applies to film in Glasgow
Plans have been submitted to film scenes from the Hollywood producer's latest movie in the city.
Alesha murder trial: Accused says he did not kill the six-year-old
The 16-year-old accused tells a jury at the High Court in Glasgow that he did not abduct and rape the six year-old.
Rangers: Dave King will not have to fulfil £8m share offer
Rangers chairman Dave King will not have to fulfil his £8m offer to buy out other shareholders in the football club.
Gerrard concerned by 'unacceptable' Rangers display
Rangers "got found out" after approaching Saturday's goalless draw "with a bit of ego", says manager Steven Gerrard.
'Sensible majority' must point out 'mindless minority' - Clarke on coin throwing & pitch invasions
The "sensible majority" should help expose the "mindless minority" at football matches, says Kilmarnock manager Steve Cl...
Alesha MacPhail murder trial: DNA found on body 'matched accused'
A forensic scientist told the jury the odds of the samples belonging to anyone else were more than a billion to one.
Woman dies after falling 11 floors from Glasgow flats
The woman who fell from the 11th floor of the flats on Charles Street, Glasgow was taken to hospital on Monday.
Sepsis: New rapid test 'could save thousands of lives'
Researchers have developed a test that can detect the condition in minutes - instead of up to 72 hours.
Glasgow's alcohol court to deal with domestic abuse
The court in Glasgow will be able to deal with abuse cases where alcohol was a factor.
Renfrewshire Council's progress on narrowing attainment gap praised
Renfrewshire Council receives an "excellent" rating for its efforts to raise attainment for all school pupils.
Ministers set to refuse quarry extension near New Lanark
Scottish ministers are expected to refuse plans to extend a quarry closer to New Lanark world heritage site.
Kris Boyd urges action on coins before "something serious" happens
Kilmarnock forward Kris Boyd fears "it will take something serious" before coin throwing is properly tackled.
Rangers: Stewart Robertson says SFA disciplinary system needs addressed
Scottish football is "re-refereeing" games under the current disciplinary system, says Rangers managing director Stewart Robertson.
Lanarkshire man jailed for £180,000 VAT fraud used to pay confiscation order
John Farrell claimed fake VAT repayments to pay back the proceeds of a previous forgery crime
Stormzy and George Ezra headline Trnsmt festival
Gerry Cinnamon, Catfish and the Bottlemen and Snow Patrol are also among the big names for the Glasgow music festival.
Polish man found in burned-out car in Blantyre was murdered
Police said the death of Rafal Michal Lyko, who was found dead in Blantyre, was being treated as murder.
Serial rapist convicted for third time after Paisley attempted rape
Police say Renfrewshire is a safer place after Sean Moynihan is sent back to prison for a third sex offence.
Alesha MacPhail murder trial: Jury told of DNA Google search
A cybercrime expert claims a phone, said to belong to the accused, was used to research DNA evidence.
Boyd lambasts Celtic fans after coin throwing and 'sectarian' abuse
Kris Boyd hits out at Celtic fans after he is struck by a coin and subjected to what the Kilmarnock striker considers sectarian abuse.
'It's hard for players to stop themselves' - Celtic boss Rodgers feels for Brown after red card
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says he "feels" for Scott Brown after his captain was shown a second yellow card for celebrating hi...
Brown scores late Celtic winner at Kilmarnock - then is sent off for celebrating
Scott Brown's last-minute goal gives Celtic all three points as both sides finish with 10-men in a fascinating contest at Rugby Park.
Scotland duo Fagerson & Turner come through Glasgow returns
Glasgow duo George Turner & Zander Fagerson could feature in Scotland's Six Nations campaign after successful comebacks against Card...
Youth, width & a settled XI - the changes that have revived Motherwell
From relegation-threatened to swashbuckling unit - how Motherwell revived their season thanks to youth, width and consistency.
Motherwell extend winning run after howler by Hearts keeper Doyle
Hearts keeper Colin Doyle's calamitous stoppage-time error gifts Motherwell a sixth successive Scottish Premiership victory.
Carluke, Jedburgh and Aberdeen Taser use incidents 'justified'
Investigations find specially trained officers made appropriate use of them in Jedburgh, Aberdeen and Carluke.
Motherwell community's silent protest for accident victim Abbie Mclaren
Local people staged a torchlight march along the roads they say are not safe following the schoolgirl's death.
Body found in search for missing Kilbarchan OAP
Allan Burns, 71, was last seen walking towards Lochwinnoch along a cycle path near his home in Kilbarchan.
Detectives give details of suspect after shooting in Springburn
A 29-year-old man is in a serious condition in hospital following reports of gunshots in the Springburn area of Glasgow.
Scottish prisoners forced to double-up in cells
More than 1,400 prisoners in Scotland have had to share a single cell with another inmate, the justice secretary confirms.
Man in hospital after shooting reports in Glasgow
Police were called to the Springburn area of Glasgow after shots were heard at about 11:15.
Alloa Athletic v Partick Thistle
Text updates followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Alloa Athletic and Partick Thistle.
Greenock Morton v Ayr United
Text updates followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Greenock Morton and Ayr United.
Man in hospital after fire at Paisley flats
The man was one of three people rescued from the building in Paisley after it caught fire at about 05:45.
Still Game comedy duo say Jack and Victor will not be back
Greg Hemphill and Ford Kiernan say the hit comedy will end for good after the final series and stage show.
Rangers v St Johnstone
Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Rangers and St Johnstone.
Aberdeen v St Mirren
Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Aberdeen and St Mirren.
Hibernian v Hamilton Academical
Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Hibernian and Hamilton Academical.
Minister Fergus Ewing seeks farm funding guarantee
The Scottish rural economy secretary wants clarification on what happens after Brexit.
Still Game's Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill on last series
The final series of Still Game will debut on the new BBC Scotland channel on Sunday 24 February.
Man found in burned-out car in Blantyre was Polish national
Police said the 36-year-old had been visiting relatives in Tayside before the stolen car was found in Blantyre.
Loganair flight in 'near miss' with drone near Glasgow Airport
The flight was carrying 25 people from Shetland when the captain saw the drone fly "five metres" above the window.
Two men charged over alleged armed robberies
A 25-year-old man and a 30-year-old man were both arrested over incidents in Bearsden and Clydebank.
Partick Thistle: Scott McDonald signs for Scottish Championship club
Australian striker Scott McDonald signs for Scottish Championship side Partick Thistle until the end of the season.
Billyjoe Bates murder police hunt for 'bare-chested' man
Fresh details regarding the killing of Billyjoe Bates have been released almost three months after his death.
Man who left OAP brain damaged with one punch jailed
Brian Warden punched Owen Hagan "without breaking his stride" after a day of drinking in Glasgow city centre.
Your pictures
A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 8 and 15 February.
Alesha MacPhail murder trial: 'Evidence' dumped in skip
A police sergeant binned a hooded top that had been recovered days after the six-year-old's body was found.
Kilmarnock boss Clarke bemoans 'hysteria' over Power challenge on Jack
The "hysteria" over midfielder Alan Power's challenge on Rangers' Ryan Jack has been "over the top", says Kilmar...
Blues v Glasgow Warriors: Wales squad trio all start for hosts
Wales squad members Jarrod Evans, Josh Turnbull and Seb Davies all start for Cardiff Blues against Glasgow.
Rangers facing striker shortage against Saints
Rangers may be without all three of their first-team strikers against St Johnstone on Saturday, says manager Steven Gerrard.
'We made too many mistakes' - Rodgers curses costly Celtic errors in Europa loss
Manager Brendan Rodgers laments "basic mistakes" as Celtic suffer a 2-0 home loss to Valencia in the Europa League.
Below-par Celtic's Europa League hopes fading after Valencia defeat
Celtic have a mountain to climb to salvage their Europa League dream after Valencia coast to victory in Glasgow.
Allan McGregor: Rangers seek disciplinary review after goalkeeper ban
Rangers call for a review of the Scottish FA's disciplinary system "as a matter of extreme urgency" following a ban for Allan ...
Giants see off Glasgow in Challenge Cup semi-final thriller
The Belfast Giants beat Glasgow Clan 6-3 in the second leg of their Challenge Cup semi-final to win 7-5 on aggregate.
Partick Thistle: Gary Caldwell banned after Dallas comments
Gary Caldwell given a two-match ban, with one suspended, after an SFA hearing finds him guilty of harassing referee Andrew Dallas.
'Just so big for me' - Muir seeks double gold in Glasgow
Laura Muir aims to make up for the disappointment of Glasgow 2014 by defending both of her European Indoor Championships titles on home soil.
Scottish Cup: BBC Scotland TV to broadcast live Tannadice and Firhill quarter-finals
BBC Scotland is to broadcast live Scottish Cup quarter-finals hosted by Dundee United and Partick Thistle.
Scottish Cup draw: Holders Celtic to face Hibernian in quarter-finals
Celtic will continue their defence of the Scottish Cup against Hibernian at Easter Road in next month's quarter-finals.
SWPL: Celtic ready for 'ultimate challenge' when they face Hibs
Next opponents Hibernian pose the "ultimate challenge", believes Celtic head coach Eddie Wolecki Black after his side start the se...
Gravitational waves: Black hole detector to get upgrade
The UK and US governments have announced a £25m upgrade to the machines that detected gravitational waves.
Europa League: An in-depth look at Celtic's downfall against Valencia
How much was Celtic's poor passing to blame for their Europa League loss to Valencia? BBC Scotland takes a look.
Man in court after girl fatally struck by car in Motherwell
A 38-year-old was remanded in custody after an appearance at court in Hamilton in connection with traffic offences.
Death of man in Blantyre burning car 'suspicious'
Police say the man is still unidentified and 'significant' forensic work is being undertaken.
Woman and friends murdered husband in Castlemilk flat
The trio planned to kill Haider Hayat who was beaten with a hammer and slashed in the throat in Castlemilk.
Universities lower entry bar for deprived-area students
The exam results needed for a place on some university courses may be relaxed.
Glasgow care home fined £60,000 over OAP fall death
Margaret Young, who has Alzheimer's, fell down stairs in a boiler room after the door was left faulty.
'A radicalised generation'
The fatwa against Salman Rushdie after publication of his novel, the Satanic Verses, pushed many British Muslims towards political Islam.
Alesha MacPhail murder trial hears of six-year-old's injuries
A pathologist tells the High Court in Glasgow that the six-year-old had 117 injuries.
Maternity and neonatal services to be 'transformed'
The new measures will ensure expectant mothers get more support and premature babies are given specialised care.
Marquess of Bute tries to revive plan to save St Peter's Seminary
A Scottish laird calls for public funding to help conserve a "modernist masterpiece" ruin.
Girl's death in Motherwell stirs anger over 'ignored' road concerns
A community in Motherwell is demanding action after Abbie Mclaren, 12, died after being hit by a car.
OAP convicted of historic sex abuse of two young boys
One of William Quigg's victims waives his right to anonymity to tell the BBC the abuse was a "daily occurrence".
Kyle Morrison detained at Carstairs after stabbing mum
Kyle Morrison, 20, is detained in the psychiatric hospital after admitting stabbing his mother 30 times.
Glasgow primary schools to trial car-free zones
Seven primary schools in Glasgow are to trial car-free zones around the school while pupils come and go.
Alesha MacPhail: Woman denies killing six-year-old schoolgirl
Toni McLachlan has been named by the accused as the person responsible for Alesha's death.
Celtic: Club announces £15.2m net profit for first half of season
The sale of Moussa Dembele softens the financial blow of Celtic's Champions League exit as they announce a £15.2m net profit for the fir...
Girl dies after being hit by car in Motherwell
The 12-year-old has died in hospital after being struck on The Loaning in Motherwell on Tuesday afternoon.
Transporter lorry fire closes motorway
Blaze on truck loaded with cars affects both carriageways of the M74 in South Lanarkshire.
Scottish council first to give 'safe leave' to abuse victim staff
South Ayrshire Council is the first in Europe to give time off to staff who have been subjected to domestic abuse.
Girl hit by car in Motherwell in 'critical condition'
The 12-year-old is in hospital after being struck on The Loaning in Motherwell on Tuesday afternoon.
Mystery in Blantyre after body found in burnt-out car
Police are trying to establish the identity of the person discovered in a burning car in a park.
Alesha MacPhail murder trial shown pictures of crime scene
Jurors in the Alesha MacPhail murder trial are shown images of the wooded area where the six-year-old's body was found.
Man's body found after Kilmacolm house fire
The 65-year-old man's body was found following a fire at Finlaystone Crescent in Kilmacolm, Inverclyde.
Two men charged over Aberdeen v Rangers racial chants
Police said the men were charged over racially offensive remarks made during the Aberdeen versus Rangers game.
Saving Bluebird
Who owns the boat that Donald Campbell crashed? And will Bluebird ever take to the water again?
Holyrood committee starts Queen Elizabeth hospital inquiry
A Holyrood inquiry into the safety of healthcare environments wants staff to help their inquiry.
Bearsden Scotmid store targeted in 'armed robbery'
Local people reported "police cars racing to the scene" of a suspected robbery at the Ledi Road store.
Alesha MacPhail murder accused blames someone else
The teenage boy goes on trial accused of killing six-year-old Alesha MacPhail on the Isle of Bute last summer.
Partner of man who killed himself calls for mental health review
Luke Henderson's partner claims he asked for medical help eight times in the week leading up to his death.
Teenage passenger killed after car crashes into tree
Three people were also seriously injured in the crash which claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy.
Man stabbed outside Glasgow Grosvenor Casino
The 37-year-old had been in the company of two men who attacked him on Glassford Street in the city centre.
Glasgow Jet2 flight to Tenerife forced to divert to Manchester
Jet2 said the flight experienced a technical fault after taking off from Glasgow Airport on Sunday morning.
European Arrest Warrants issued in organised crime probe
Police release images of five men linked to one of the country's top organised crime groups.
FGM victims treated in Scottish city hospitals
Medics in Scotland's biggest cities treated victims of female genital mutilation on more than 230 occasions.
Copper fear prompts Coatbridge school water pipe change
A council denies being slow to act over reports of blue water and high copper levels at a school campus.
Tunisia attacks: Militants jailed for 2015 Tunisia attacks
Seven jihadists are jailed for life over attacks that killed 60 people in Tunisia, including two Scottish couples.
Rangers' Morelos banned for three matches after appeal rejected
Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos will miss Saturday's Scottish Cup tie at Kilmarnock and two league matches after an appeal over his red ...
Rangers keeper McGregor faces ban for 'kick' at Ferguson
Rangers goalkeeper Allan McGregor faces a possible two-match ban after being charged with violent conduct against Aberdeen.
Glasgow Warriors: DTH Van der Merwe & Matt Smith out for season
Glasgow Warriors duo DTH van der Merwe and Matt Smith are ruled out for the rest of the season with shoulder injuries.
Glasgow Fopp music store saved after customer outcry
The Byres Road branch of Fopp in Glasgow is to re-open after a U-turn by its owners.
Former teacher sexually abused pupils at Largs boarding school
The 61-year-old abused five children at a Largs boarding school run by a religious order in the 1980s.
Body found in search for missing pensioner Stewart Leask
The body of 70-year-old Stewart Leask, who vanished from his holiday home on Arran, has been found by police.
Julie Reilly murder: Life sentence for killer who chopped up victim
A convicted killer is jailed for at least 28 years for murdering a woman and dismembering her body.
Man jailed over hammer attack on Beith pensioner in her home
The 26-year-old battered the woman around the head after breaking into her home and demanding money.
Rodgers not worried by Simunovic challenge on Shaw
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has "no concerns" about defender Jozo Simunovic being cited for a challenge on Hibernian striker Ol...
Your pictures
A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 1 and 8 February.
Kilmarnock boss Clarke says Rangers manager Steven Gerrard got 'more personal'
Steve Clarke questions why Rangers boss Steven Gerrard got "more personal" over the Kilmarnock manager's recent comments about...
Friday hearing scheduled after Rangers appeal against Morelos red
Rangers appeal against Alfredo Morelos' sending off against Aberdeen on Wednesday - and will know by Friday evening if they have been su...
'It isn't anything major' - Rodgers plays down Izaguirre injury concern
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers suggests Emilio Izaguirre's injury does not look serious, despite the defender getting carried off on a s...
Kilmarnock v Rangers
Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Cup game between Kilmarnock and Rangers.
East Fife v Partick Thistle
Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Cup game between East Fife and Partick Thistle.
St Mirren v Dundee United
Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Cup game between St Mirren and Dundee United.
Celtic v St Johnstone
Live coverage followed by match report of Sunday's Scottish Cup game between Celtic and St Johnstone.
Heart of Midlothian v Auchinleck Talbot
Live coverage followed by match report of Sunday's Scottish Cup game between Heart of Midlothian and Auchinleck Talbot.
Storm Erik hits Scotland with 70mph gusts and power cuts
The Met Office have issued weather warnings for severe wind and rain across Scotland in the coming days.
Care home branded 'not fit for purpose' after OAP death
Margaret Young, 83, fell down stairs in a Glasgow care home boiler room and later died from her injuries.
Man attacked by two masked men in Glasgow flat
The pair forced their way into the property in what police say was a targeted assault.
Patient dies after contracting infection in Paisley hospital
The patient at the at Paisley's Royal Alexandra Hospital had been seriously ill due to an underlying condition.
Woman cleared of stealing £15,000 from Glasgow food bank
Julie Webster, who worked at Maryhill food bank in Glasgow, has spoken out after charges against her were dropped by prosecutors.
Worker 'almost passed out' after £200k email scam
Patricia Reilly, who paid company money to fraudsters, said she fell ill knowing she had to speak to police.
Equal pay deal: Glasgow City Council approves £548m 'remortgage' plan
The council will transfer ownership of venues such as the Riverside Museum to an arm's-length company.
Ex-Celtic Boys Club coach jailed over abuse
Frank Cairney is jailed for four years after being convicted of nine charges of sexually abusing young footballers.
Ministers reject plans for £450m Loudoun Castle resort
The Scottish government backs decision to veto a development at the former Loudoun Castle theme park.
Unidentified pedestrian hit by car in Glasgow
Police have been unable to identify the man after he suffered a serious head injury in the incident.
Celtic v Hibernian
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Celtic and Hibernian.
Aberdeen v Rangers
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Aberdeen and Rangers.
Dundee v Kilmarnock
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Dundee and Kilmarnock.
Hamilton Academical v St Johnstone
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Hamilton Academical and St Johnstone.
St Mirren v Motherwell
Stats followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between St Mirren and Motherwell.
'The doctor was 90% sure it was cancer' - Carson feels 'lucky' amid DVT battle
Motherwell goalkeeper Trevor Carson describes how doctors feared his deep vein thrombosis was actually cancer.
Rangers striker Defoe will not face action over penalty incident
Rangers striker Jermain Defoe will not be sanctioned for falling under the challenge of Paul McGinn to win a penalty against St Mirren.
Glasgow sets up new scheme to help beggars
An online donation facility will offer an alternative way of supporting people asking for money.
Fopp: The rise and fall of a music store empire
Fopp's Byres Road branch in Glasgow was one of the chain's first stores.
Police investigate school abduction attempt in East Kilbride
The boy was reportedly approached by four people in a car as he left school for the day in East Kilbride.
Plans submitted to demolish Glasgow's O2 ABC building
It is understood that the council has received plans for the iconic Sauchiehall Street building to be demolished.
Deal to save threatened Texas Instruments Greenock plant
A deal is agreed to save a closure threatened semiconductor plant employing 300 staff in Inverclyde.
Why everyone wants this Glasgow woman to taste their name
In the world of a synaesthete - Sophie is a shrimp sweetie, John is a cardigan button and Ross is a Greggs sausage roll.
Tom Walker: Scots gran is my role model
Brit-award nominee tells how his Scottish grandmother is his number one fan and positive influence.
Glasgow woman admits child neglect over burns
The 30-year-old did not take a burned toddler to hospital until she was threatened by the police, a court hears.
Plans under way for £1.3m athletics centre in Kilbarchan
The Kilbarchan training centre will include a 60m running track, javelin throwing cages and jumps.
Company sues worker who fell for email scam
Patricia Reilly transferred almost £200,000 after receiving emails from someone she thought was her boss.
Glasgow cannabis crop worth £1.4m seized by police
Police say the crop is one of the largest cannabis cultivations in the west of Scotland.
Charges dropped in Maryhill food bank embezzlement case
Julie Webster had always denied embezzling funds from Greater Maryhill Food Bank in 2015.
Strathclyde University scraps graduation fees
The university previously charged students up to £35 to graduate and £20 if they did not attend the ceremony.
Missing pensioner's dog found near Arran car park
A major search is underway on Arran after 70-year-old Stewart Leask was reported missing on Sunday.
Clutha inquiry: Crown could call 85 helicopter crash witnesses
Almost 1,400 productions could also be presented at a fatal accident inquiry into the 2013 helicopter crash.
HMV chain saved but some Scottish stores will close
Three Scottish stores are among the 27 outlets which will close as part of the HMV rescue deal.
Kenny Reilly murder: Appeal over second car linked to shooting
Kenny Reilly died after being targeted as he sat in a car at traffic lights in Glasgow on 16 April last year.
Glasgow Women's 10k scrapped after more than 25 years
Runners are shocked by the cancellation of one of the city's best-known races due to "declining numbers".
Tube teddies help sick kids understand their illnesses
Fiona Allan creates the soft toys with medical tubes to help their owners and others understand their illnesses.
Bus crashes into Glasgow garden after collision with cars
Pictures posted on social media show a crowd of onlookers and an ambulance at the scene in Knightswood.
Decision to scrap Glasgow Airport rail link 'a betrayal'
A former council leader said the decision to scrap the direct link was a "betrayal to the city".
Celtic 'can cope no problem' with 'stretched' injury list
Celtic have the squad to "cope no problem" with an injury list that is "as stretched as it's been", says assistant m...
Kilmarnock boss Clarke seeks greater consistency from referees
Kilmarnock manager Steve Clarke is growing "increasingly disappointed" with the standard of refereeing and calling for greater con...
Scottish ice hockey: Glasgow Clan keep climbing in Elite League
Glasgow Clan carry on their excellent form but Fife Flyers gain overtime revenge as Dundee Stars fall to high-scoring home defeat.
Edouard, Forrest, Christie & Lustig add to Celtic's injury worries
Celtic have injury concerns over Odsonne Edouard, Mikael Lustig, James Forrest and Ryan Christie after their 2-0 Scottish Premiership win ov...
Celtic: Andrew Gutman's loan to Nashville cancelled by MLS
New Celtic signing Andrew Gutman's proposed loan move to Nashville is cancelled after Major League Soccer refuses to sanction the deal.
Man has ear surgery after Glasgow nightclub attack
The 29-year-old is in a stable condition after the attack in Glasgow early on Sunday morning.
Man admits murder of Julie Reilly in Glasgow
Andrew Wallace killed 47-year-old Julie Reilly in February last year then dismembered her body.
Helicopter search for 'vulnerable' missing pensioner on Arran
The 70-year-old who vanished from his holiday home on Arran is described as "vulnerable" by police.
Celtic Connections gets £100k cash boost from Scottish government
Culture Secretary Fiona Hyslop announced the funding as this year's event drew to a close.
Increased salmon farm protection leads to drop in seal culls
Salmon producer says it is shooting fewer seals after fitting improved protective netting
Victim's Supreme Court victory over 'same roof' rule
A victim of family abuse has won the right to claim compensation for her ordeal more than 40 years ago.
Officers hurt in Glasgow prison drugs 'standoff'
Staff suffered bruising when inmates tried to stop them intercepting smuggled drugs at Glasgow's Barlinnie Prison.
Two men injured as Glasgow street sealed off
They were taken to hospital with serious injuries after an incident in the Whiteinch area of Glasgow,
Glasgow salon offers haircuts for homeless people
The Glasgow salon owner hopes to "perk up" the people who visit her for a free haircut.
Edinburgh City v Albion Rovers
Live coverage of Saturday's Scottish League Two game between Edinburgh City and Albion Rovers.
Alloa Athletic v Ayr United
Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Alloa Athletic and Ayr United.
Dundee United v Greenock Morton
Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Dundee United and Greenock Morton.
Inverness CT v Partick Thistle
Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Inverness Caledonian Thistle and Partick Thistle.
At least eight vehicles involved in M77 crash
An incident between junctions three and four northbound temporarily closed a section of the motorway.
Fans warned of delays after fire near Ibrox
A road near Ibrox stadium in Glasgow remains shut after a blaze at a commercial building.
Rangers v St Mirren
Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Rangers and St Mirren.
Motherwell v Livingston
Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Motherwell and Livingston.
Hamilton Academical v Dundee
Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Hamilton Academical and Dundee.
Hearts spoil Kilmarnock bid to narrow gap on Celtic at top
Kilmarnock miss the chance to narrow the gap to Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic to three points as Hearts inflicted their first home los...
Referee had 'no control' of game - Kilmarnock boss Clarke
Kilmarnock manager Steve Clarke says referee Steven McLean was too late in booking Hearts players in his side's 2-1 Scottish Premiership...
Celtic's Rogic out for up to six weeks with knee problem
Celtic midfielder Tom Rogic will be out for up to six weeks after sustaining a knee injury in the Asia Cup.
St Mirren didn't back me and sacking was 'very harsh' - Stubbs
Alan Stubbs claims it was "very harsh" for St Mirren to have sacked him as manager after just four Scottish Premiership games.
European football a 'big factor' in Toljan choosing Celtic
The lure of European football was a "big factor" in Jeremy Toljan's move to Celtic, says the Borussia Dortmund defender.
Midfielder Kamara 'shocked' by Rangers transfer
New Rangers signing Glen Kamara was surprised to learn of the club's interest in him as the midfielder completes his transfer from Dundee.
Five League One & Two games postponed due to frozen pitches
Four Scottish League Two games and one in League One fall victim to adverse weather conditions, with temperatures dropping as low as -15 in ...
St Johnstone v Celtic
Stats followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish Premiership game between St Johnstone and Celtic.
Unique 'dialectogram' drawings capture a regenerating city
Mitch Miller is a local artist and illustrator who maps the stories of Glasgow's communities.
Glasgow venues may be 'sold' to fund equal pay deal
The Riverside Museum, SEC Armadillo and Emirates Arena could be sold with other assets to an arm's-length company.
Unison workers vote to accept council pay offer
Council umbrella body Cosla is offering most staff a three-year deal worth a total of 9.5%.
Building firm McGill folds with loss of 374 jobs
Workers at Dundee-based McGill are told the building services firm has gone into administration.
Man in hospital after attack near Glasgow's Riverside Casino
The 30-year-old was targeted by a gang of four men on Friday morning as he left the Riverside Casino.
Row over closure of Glasgow entrepreneur's vocational school
Newlands Junior College in Glasgow has closed with the school blaming the city council and the council critical of management.
Will you have to pay to park at work?
Motorists who drive to work could have to pay hundreds of pounds a year for a parking space under proposals in this year's Scottish budg...
Glasgow test-drive carjacker drove off with owner clinging on
Michael MacDonald was involved in a high-speed chase with police after driving off during a test-drive in Glasgow.
Man who slashed ex-lover and partner at Clydebank flat is jailed
Derek Hunter attacked the couple with a Stanley knife as they lay in bed at a flat in Clydebank.
Your pictures
A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 25 January - 1 February.
Man due in court over hit-and-run in Moodiesburn
A 20-year-old man is arrested after a pedestrian was struck by a car in Moodiesburn last week.
Satellite firm Spire moves into shipping industry
One of the world's biggest satellite companies develops technology to support maritime radar.
Warning over options for keeping Scottish women out of prison
Most women who end up behind bars would be better off being cared for outside prison, an expert says.