Elaine C Smith to be awarded Freedom of Glasgow

The actor and comedian will be the first woman to receive the prestigious award since 1969.

'Several people' taken to hospital after five-car crash

Police Scotland said two lanes on the northbound side of the motorway had been closed.

Police declare 'critical incident' over school's historic abuse

Operation Chalk is examining claims of physical and sexual abuse at Kerelaw School between the 1970s and 2000s.

Man appears in court after Clydebank tower block evacuation

Chris Gates made no plea when he appeared at Dumbarton Sheriff Court.

Jagtar Singh Johal: Family 'hopeful' after foreign secretary meeting

Jagtar Singh Johal, 37, was arrested in Punjab in November 2017, weeks after his wedding there.

Fourth arrest over death of man found outside home

John Taylor, 44, was found seriously injured outside his home in Kilwinning on 18 October.

Landward visits Argyll

Dougie takes a trip on the first fully electric boat in the UK’s fishing fleet.

Residents allowed to return home after tower block evacuation

The block was evacuated when a "suspect item" was found during police investigations into a man's death.

Scottish GP says Strictly experience brought joy to patients

Dr Punam Krishan became the fifth contestant to be eliminated from the TV dancing competition.

Child protection at Scots secure unit 'consistently compromised'

The Bishopbriggs facility was ordered by the Care Inspectorate earlier this month to stop accepting new admissions.

Tower block evacuated after bomb squad called in police probe

A "suspect item" was found by police officers as part of an ongoing investigation.

Tributes to Barrhead Travel founder Bill Munro after death at 80

Mr Munro built his company in East Renfrewshire in 1975 and expanded to have hundreds of employees throughout the UK.

CalMac to trial Isle of Man ferry on Arran route

The ferry operator said it was working on back-up plans as it faces a difficult winter with some vessels out of service.

Man, 70, dies after being struck by car in hit-and-run

Emergency services were called to Quarry Street in Hamilton at about 00:40, and pronounced the man dead at the scene.

The Scottish doctor who changed the lives of diabetics

Dr Reith came up with the idea for insulin pens, which soon replaced syringes as the way to take the drug.

Your Pictures of Scotland

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

Music from World Pipe Band Championships 2024

Farpaisean Chòmhlan Pìoba na Cruinne 2024. Music from World Pipe Band Championships 2024.

Scottish town celebrates Halloween six days early

Kilmarnock residents set to celebrate so-called "Killieween" six days before Halloween itself.

Youth charity faces closure after government funding changes

Young Enterprise Scotland was traditionally supported through government grants.

Rape centre breaks away from charity in row over gender

The centre in Glasgow said it only wanted to employ women, but this was "at odds" with Rape Crisis Scotland.

Why do steaks have to be security tagged?

Security measures have become common and hint at deeper issues with a rise in shoplifting.

Ferguson shipyard shortlisted for new small ferries contract

The Port Glasgow yard is among six firms are invited to bid for the contract for seven CalMac vessels.

Scottish life expectancy still lower than pre-pandemic

Scotland continues to have the lowest life expectancy in the UK, despite an increase since 2020-2022.

Man charged in connection with Hamilton street death

William Copeland, 36, died and a 59-year-old man received serious injuries in the town on Monday.

Man arrested over murder and attempted murder in street

A 56-year-old man has been arrested after one man was killed and another injured in Hamilton.

Widow accuses health board of 'letting families down' over deaths

Louise Slorance spoke before giving evidence to the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry after the death of husband Andrew.

Koi carp collector loses 25 prized fish in 'otter massacre'

Steven Smith from Milngavie believes otters attacked his garden pond and fish he collected over 40 years.

Company fined over boy's death after boogie board accident

Kayden Walker died after becoming trapped under water for more than three minutes on the River Tay.

Storm Ashley clean-up begins after high winds and flooding

Storm Ashley brought high winds and rain to several parts of west and northern Scotland on Sunday

Police name woman killed in East Ayrshire crash

Alana Muir, 27, from Darvel, was killed in the car crash. Two men were injured and taken to hospital.

Police launch murder probe after 'targeted attack'

John Taylor, 44, was found seriously injured outside his home in Kilwinning on Friday afternoon.

Landward visits an inner city nature reserve

Dougie visits the Claypits local nature reserve in Glasgow.

Meet the chihuahua taking a starring role with Scottish Opera

Bridget the chihuahua has a small but important role in the new production of Don Pasquale.

Uber drivers protest in Glasgow over 'unfair' pay

Drivers say their wages have plummeted in the last year despite prices rising for customers.

Man, woman and two children from Glasgow among five dead in M6 crash

A child is also in hospital after the collision just past Tebay on Tuesday, Cumbria Police says.

Lewis and Islay singers win gold at the Mòd in Oban

The festival is Scotland's biggest celebration of Gaelic culture and language.

Timetable for Glasgow streets transformation unveiled

The redevelopment, set to be completed by 2028, aims to transform "the look and feel" of key streets.

Ferry fares in Scotland to increase by 10% next year

Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop says last year's fare freeze cannot be continued.

'Much-loved' father died in multi-vehicle crash in Airdrie

Police have named a man who died when his car crashed with the bus and two other cars in Airdrie town centre.

BBC weather presenter bursts into song live on air

Calum MacColl sung the Gaelic song that won him a gold medal at the Royal National Mòd in 2021.

Scottish DJ Jackmaster dies after head injury in Ibiza

Jack Revill, 38, died on Saturday morning following "complications arising from an accidental head injury".

Mason happy to repeat 'no genocide' claim after SNP expulsion

The veteran SNP politician has been expelled from the party after claiming there is no genocide in Gaza.

Child safety fears as 'repaired' ceiling falls at neglected school

The 150-year-old school has faced issues with black mould, mushrooms and water ingress from the roof.

Timetable for Glasgow streets transformation unveiled

The redevelopment, set to be completed by 2028, aims to transform "the look and feel" of key streets.

BBC weather presenter bursts into song live on air

Calum MacColl sung the Gaelic song that won him a gold medal at the Royal National Mòd in 2021.

'Much-loved' father died in multi-vehicle crash in Airdrie

Police have named a man who died when his car crashed with the bus and two other cars in Airdrie town centre.

Teenager critical after being hit by car in Glasgow

The 18-year-old was walking on the pavement on Maryhill Road when he was struck by a black Mercedes

Family tribute to 'proud motorcyclist' after fatal M74 crash

James Martin, 45, was riding his black Harley Davidson when it crashed with a blue Ford Focus.

Meet the chihuahua taking a starring role with Scottish Opera

Bridget the chihuahua has a small but important role in the new production of Don Pasquale.

Will I be diagnosed with Alzheimer's like my mother?

Broadcaster Sally Magnusson faces the dilemma of whether to take part in research that could indicate if she is likely to develop the condit...

Home Secretary urged to help Scottish family's mother in Lebanon

Nadia Ayoub McCulloch attempted to fly from Beirut to the UK with her teenage children, but was turned back.

Peter Tobin inquiry concludes death could not be prevented

The inquiry heard Tobin was suffering from a number of serious health conditions before he suffered a fall in prison.

Man who died after being hit by car is named

Stephen Craig died in hospital four days after he and another pedestrian were struck in Paisley.

Family of Scottish Hamas victim are 'missing a great man'

The sister of Bernard Cowan hopes peace will come to the Middle East, one year after his murder.

Crime boss to appeal jail term for £100m banana box cocaine plot

Jamie ‘Iceman’ Stevenson orchestrated the plot to bring the drugs from South America to Scotland.

Further delay to return of Arran's troubled main ferry

The MV Caledonian Isles has not been in service since leaving its route for an overhaul in January.

Four councillors failed to pay thousands in council tax

The councillors were found to have arrears in September ranging from £1,210 to £2,249.

Family of Scottish Hamas victim are 'missing a great man'

The sister of Bernard Cowan hopes peace will come to the Middle East, one year after his murder.

TGI Fridays: 1,000 UK jobs to go despite rescue deal

The deal to save the chain will see more than 30 of its restaurants close.

'Barlinnie destroyed me, but it also made me a better person'

Jimmy Boyle fought his incarceration at Scotland's most notorious prison, but it led him to becoming a celebrated artist.

'Huge moment' as Bollywood music comes to Strictly

Punam Krishan and Gorka Márquez dance to Bole Chudiyan from 2001 film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.

Marathon runner secures world record after completing global challenge

Andy Tomlinson took 938 days to complete the six World Marathon Majors - Berlin, New York City, Boston, Chicago, Tokyo and London

Thousands take part in Glasgow's Great Scottish Run

Men, women and elite wheelchair athletes competed over half-marathon and 10k distances on Sunday.

Vigil held ahead of latest Middle East conflict anniversary

Hundreds gathered at Kelvingrove Art Gallery to remember those killed or taken hostage by Hamas gunmen.

Children's unit to stop new admissions over 'risk to life' fears

The Care Inspectorate said it was concerned about the quality of care at St Mary’s Kenmure.

Army criticised over soldier's death on exercise

Health and Safety Executive publish report into accident during training exercise at Catterick Garrison.

The gangster brought down by a shipment of bananas

Jamie Stevenson made a fortune from trafficking drugs linked to hundreds of deaths in Scotland.

The gangster brought down by a shipment of bananas

Jamie Stevenson made a fortune from trafficking drugs linked to hundreds of deaths in Scotland.

The Only Club To Sack Alex Ferguson...

Did you know there was only one football club that sacked manager Alex Ferguson?

Driver who killed partner in 100mph crash jailed for five years

Sam Barber had only picked up his new BMW the day before losing control and flipping it over in South Lanarkshire.

Design unveiled for urban sports park under M74 motorway

The Devon Street Urban Park will be a hub for skateboarding, BMX riding and free-running in Glasgow.

Celtic fan killed on M6 motorway inquest opens

The 22-year-old from Renfrewshire was probably "struck by a number of vehicle", an inquest hears.

Police name biker killed in South Lanarkshire crash

Allan Robertson, 58, was pronounced dead at the scene after a crash near Elvanfoot.

Nazi salute football fan given four-year match ban

Lewis Baillie was also been seen punching a man to the ground after an Airdrie v Partick Thistle game.

Coastguard suspends landings at Scottish hospitals

More than 20 helipads have been affected in a move taken following a woman's death in Devon in 2022.

The Gruffalo author Julia Donaldson's doctor husband Malcolm dies

Dr Donaldson was a renowned paediatric consultant and senior lecturer at the University of Glasgow.

Third arrest in brothel keeping and human trafficking probe

Police Scotland say the 37-year-old woman is due to appear in court in Paisley later in October.