Man with disabilities forced to travel 23 miles to access swimming pool

The water is one of the few places where Jamie Rigg, who has cerebral palsy, can leave his wheelchair.

Archibald retires from cycling after falling 'in love' with nursing

Three-time Olympic medallist Katie Archibald retires from cycling - despite being previously chosen for Scotland's 2026 Commonwealth Gam...

'Scotland's oldest bakery' changes hands after 200 years in the same family

Carlos Huerta is set to move from Los Angeles to Strathaven, South Lanarkshire, to take over Alexander Taylor Bakery.

SNP dominates west of Scotland as Labour struggles in heartlands

The SNP sweeps to victory throughout much of Glasgow, Ayrshire, Lanarkshire and Renfrewshire.

STV news strike takes election coverage off air

Journalists and technical staff are taking industrial action in a pay dispute with the broadcaster.

Man admits stabbing 21-year-old to death after firework battle at home

Jaxon Millar stabbed Robert McNally as he chased him down the street after the attack on his home.

More than 100 firefighters spend the night tackling Rutherglen blaze

The fire service says 22 appliances were sent to the scene at a shop and tenement block on the outskirts of Glasgow.

Refurbished Ayrshire football pitches 'constantly vandalised'

Newly-renovated grass pitches at the Circuit in Irvine are not fenced off and have suffered damage, including a fire set on a children's...

Teenage driver admits attempted murder after 'ramming' pedestrian

Anthony Hornell deliberately struck Christoper Barrowman with a car in Kilmarnock last September.

Scotland's vape capital - what's behind the boom?

New research has shown a 28% growth in shops selling vape products in Scottish towns and cities - concentrated in the most deprived areas.

Naysmith to become Ayr boss after Stenhousemuir play-offs

Gary Naysmith will become Ayr United's new manager once the former Scotland full-back completes the Scottish Championship play-off campa...

Former Yorkhill Children's Hospital site to be put up for sale

Papers say redevelopment of the site is expected to focus on mixed-use properties, including new social and affordable housing.

Tiree 'almost out of petrol' due to ferry problems

Petrol purchases are being capped at £25 as fuel levels are running low.

CalMac ferry back in action after five-week repair

The ferry will resume service on the route between Oban and Craignure where it is filling in for the MV Isle of Mull.

Cyclist taken to hospital after bus crash in Glasgow

The male cyclist was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital after the collision on the city's North Street.

Fraudster jailed for posing as pilot and lawyer in £1.4m scam

William Campbell, 41, created fake companies to hire sports cars and buy goods, which he then kept for himself.

Your pictures of Scotland

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

One of the world's most valuable books goes on display in Glasgow

An exhibition of Birds of America by John James Audubon opens at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.

Your pictures of Scotland

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Council scraps World Cup bank holiday plan over cost concerns

The local authority initially approved the day off for the day after Scotland face Haiti in their opening game.

Mum who blamed another child for her baby's death found guilty of murder

Nicole Blain's 19-day-old daughter Thea Wilson had suffered broken ribs and three skull fractures.

Couple put their car in for an MOT - then the garage went up in flames

Nurse Lakini Bolton has seen the last of her trusty Ford Focus after a fire destroyed a Lanarkshire garage.

'They just wanted rid of us': Musical tells story of Lee Jeans sit-in women

The downing of tools for seven months at the Greenock factory was one of the most extraordinary chapters in Scottish industrial history.

Driver arrested as two police officers injured in hit-and-run

The driver was initially stopped by police in Hamilton before crashing while attempting to flee the scene.

Drone footage reveals full extent of garage fire destruction

One person was treated for the effects of breathing in smoke at the blaze in Uddingston, close to a petrol station and supermarket.

Girl, 6, dies after being hit by car in Paisley

Police Scotland said two girls were struck by a vehicle on Johnston Street in Paisley on Saturday.

I sold my £3,500 record collection - but still can't afford to go to the World Cup

Robert McCahill cancelled plans to travel to the US with his brother after the cost of the trip reached £7,000.

I was in a coma after septic shock - now I'm running the London Marathon

Shetland-born swimmer Katie Bain, 25, experienced septic shock in Aberdeen in 2024. This is weekend she is going to run London Marathon 2026...

Scotland's population is shifting - could it affect the election outcome?

Changing populations mean that Scotland's electoral map has been redrawn - which could influence how parties campaign, and how the elect...

Glasgow influencer jailed for smuggling £150,000 of cannabis

Ellie Crampsie was caught with about £150,000 of the class B drug after arriving at Edinburgh Airport from Thailand.

Celtic's most decorated player Forrest signs on for 18th season

James Forrest agrees a new deal at Celtic, keeping the club's most decorated player on until the end of next season.

Your pictures of Scotland

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Detained Scot enduring 'psychological torture' in Indian jail

UN experts speak out in suport of Jagtar Singh Johal from Dumbarton who was arrested by Indian authorities in 2017.

STV staff to strike on Scottish election results day

Members of both the National Union of Journalists (NUJ) and Bectu are set to walk out on Friday 8 May.

Captain Tavernier to leave Rangers after 11 years

Captain James Tavernier announces he will leave Rangers at the end of the season, after 11 years at Ibrox.

New Glasgow sports team will 'do better' after safety concerns

The first match of an American football side in Scotland had problems with artificial turf laid in an ice rink arena.

Irish music festival on Glasgow Green postponed until 2027

GlasGael was scheduled to be held on 2-3 May in the city centre.

Man charged over death of 82-year-old woman in Glasgow

A 30-year-old man, believed to be the grandson of Elizabeth Colligan was charged, four days after she was found fatally injured.

'Tori Amos tracked me down to say she loved my art'

The singer bought several items designed by Glasgow artist Anita Glass and wanted to tell her how much she liked them.

Pals and personality - how Amy Macdonald keeps her feet on the ground

The Bishopbriggs singer has experienced nearly two decades of fame, but says she has the same two best friends she had at school.

Police make 43 arrests in first month of anti-social behaviour zone

The Glasgow city centre dispersal zone covers Central Station, St Enoch Square and Union Street.

Nine seats that could decide Scotland's election

The key battlegrounds which could tell us how May's election will go across Scotland.

Your pictures of Scotland

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Kevin Bridges explores state of football in 'heartfelt' World Cup documentary

The comedian will present a new BBC documentary ahead of Scotland's return to the World Cup for the first time since France 1998.

Police hunt 'dangerous' man last spotted at scene of woman's death

Grant McKinnon, 30, was last seen in the Cardowan Road area of Carntyne, Glasgow at about 04:00 on Saturday.

Team Scotland condemns 'abhorrent' racist abuse aimed at its models

Racist comments have been made about the models who showcased the outfits, accusing them of not being Scottish.

About 15,000 drivers can pursue Arnold Clark data breach claim

Lord Sandison said the claimants can bring group proceedings at the Court of Session after the 2022 data breach.

When was the last three-team race for Scottish title?

Three sides are battling for the Scottish title this season, but when was the last time there such a close contest?

CalMac's dual-fuel ferry has run solely on diesel since July

The cleaner-burning gas propulsion system for Glen Sannox is not currently being used, the operator confirms.

The bible that saved a WW1 soldier from a bullet to the heart

Duncan MacFarlane was carrying the bible in his breast pocket when he was shot during WW1.