Forecasters issue amber alert of heavy snowfalls

The Met Office warning covers a large swathe of southern Scotland with disruption expected.

No animal ban for man who sold sick puppies from illegal 'pet shop'

Marco Tondo has been ordered to carry out 270 hours of unpaid work over his illegal "pet shop" in Bishopbriggs.

Boy, 12, charged over racist chants against Alfredo Morelos

Police launched an investigation following allegations of abuse during an Old Firm game in December.

Man arrested after elderly woman found dead in her home

Police said a 35-year-old was arrested in connection with the death of the elderly woman in Hamilton,

Coronavirus labs to begin testing in Scotland

Two new testing facilities are created in Glasgow and Edinburgh to carry out coronavirus tests.

Ice and snow forecast in wake of Storm Ciara

Weather warnings for snow and wind across Scotland as temperatures drop in the wake of Storm Ciara.

Police in Ayr probe 'suspicious death' of man found in house

A 34-year-old man dies after being found with serious injuries at a house in Ayr.

SNP 'can't force Derek Mackay to quit as MSP'

SNP deputy Keith Brown says it is Mr Mackay's decision to step down as an MSP following a messaging scandal.

Damage and disruption as Strom Ciara blows in

Sepa issues 38 flood warnings and a further 15 flood alerts as Storm Ciara blows in from the Atlantic.

Clare Grogan: 'I'm still waiting for the bubble to burst'

Gregory's Girl and Altered Images star Clare Grogan reveals the secret of surviving 40 years in the limelight.

The music icons captured by Scots amateur photographers

Chris Brickley spent months searching for amateur photos of gigs in Scotland between 1974 and 1990.

Glasgow walking group fronts diversity campaign

Boots and Beards, and "sister" group Bonnie Boots, is involved in a drive to promote the UK's national parks.

Man charged over Rangers-Hibs match bottle throwing

A 32-year-old man is arrested over the incident at December's Scottish Premiership match at Easter Road.

Police speak to boy sent messages by Derek Mackay

The 16-year-old who was sent 270 messages by the former finance secretary speaks to detectives.

Four days of weather disruption forecast for Scotland

Storm Ciara is approaching from the Atlantic and could bring wind, rain and snow to Scotland.

Plans for £25m development in Glasgow given green light

The mixed-use development in Glasgow's Merchant City will include a luxury 157-bed hotel and shops.

Drew McIntyre aiming to be Scotland's first WWE champion

Drew McIntyre earned his championship shot after becoming the first British wrestler to win the Royal Rumble.

The research centre dedicated to the science of cracks

Strathclyde University is claiming a world-first with a research centre that simulates and analyses fissures.

Final design for Govan-Partick bridge across the Clyde unveiled

It is hoped construction will start next year with the £10m bridge across the River Clyde opening in 2022.

Premier Inn to open five new hotels in Scotland

Plans include a hotel at the former BHS store in Edinburgh's Princes Street and a "mega-hotel" in Glasgow.

Unseen Alasdair Gray prints go on display in Glasgow

One month after the death of the artist and author, previously-unseen prints are revealed.

Discarded needle reports reach 10-year high in Glasgow

Residents call for more action to tackle the problem of abandoned drug-taking equipment in the city.

Glasgow City Council still processing equal pay claims

Glasgow City Council is praised for settling 98% of claims but is still dealing with hundreds of others.

Two roads around George Square to be pedestrianised

The east and west sides of the Glasgow square will be closed to traffic and all parking spaces removed.

Irn-Bru maker AG Barr goes green with wind power deal

Swedish energy group Vattenfall will provide 100% renewable electricity to AG Barr sites across the UK.

Man jailed for Greenock cleaver and axe attempted murder

Robert Warnock sentenced to 11 years for attacking a woman in Greenock as she waited for a taxi.

Highland Chieftain portrait 'bought for Glasgow'

The 1683 Portrait of Lord Mungo Murray is the earliest major work to depict a sitter full-length in Highland dress.

Erskine Bridge Hotel bought by Indian investor

Muthu Hotels adds the Erskine Bridge Hotel near Glasgow Airport to its portfolio in Scotland.

CalMac 'did not want troubled ferry design'

The ferry operator does not want the gas vessels being built in a project that is behind schedule and over budget, an inquiry hears.

Pedestrian seriously injured in Glasgow road accident

The 51-year-old man was taken to Glasgow's Royal Infirmary following the incident involving a BMW car.

Man convicted over rape and abuse of four women

The court heard the man raped one partner in a bathroom while her children shouted through the door.

Mother jailed for stabbing daughter has prison sentence quashed

The 66-year-old former nurse has her prison sentence for the attack reduced to community service.

Nitshill baby shaker has prison term cut by two years

Appeal judges rule that the 12-year sentence given for the attack on an eight-week-old boy was excessive.

The Glasgow vets who prescribe mistletoe and mushrooms

Twins Reagan and Jordan Carnwath run a holistic vet practice which uses plants and acupuncture to treat pets.

COP26: PM 'doesn't get' climate change, says sacked president

Boris Johnson has failed to lead over the UK's hosting of a key climate summit, its former boss says.

Petrol and diesel vehicle ban brought forward to 2035

Government plans to bring changes forward by five years to help the UK reach climate targets.

Scottish tests for managed alcohol programme

A Canadian scheme tries to stabilise alcoholics by giving them measured amounts of booze each day.

'My baby died of sepsis - we can stop more deaths'

Machines that can help detect the deadly blood condition are being installed in a Glasgow hospital.

Iowa caucuses: Glasgow to vote on Democrat candidates

For the first time, one of the three international satellite caucuses outside the US is to take place in Glasgow.

Former Waverley captain guilty of sex attacks on three boys

David Neill abused the boys on board the world-famous paddle steamer more than 30 years ago.

Glasgow conference: Sacked climate chief 'may sue'

Claire O’Neill, an ex-minister, had been due to preside over the UN climate meeting in Glasgow.

Medics in Glasgow probe heart risk side effects of chemotherapy

A major study will investigate the cause of heart problems developed after taking modern cancer drugs.

Celtic Connections festival closes after 18 'dynamic' days

Glasgow's Celtic Connections is regarded as one of Europe's top winter music festivals.

Cambuslang homes evacuated over suspected carbon monoxide leak

Customers at The Clock bar in Cambuslang became unwell amid reports of a "chemical smell".

Police investigation after man's body found on Bute

The family of Paul Connolly, who was reported missing on Bute in November, has been informed.

Man wanted after bottle thrown during game at Celtic Park

Police want to trace a man who may have information about the incident when Celtic were playing Hearts last year.

Man found dead next to Glasgow's Central Station

Detectives say the man's death and the serious injury of another man are not suspicious.

Glasgow Strictly Come Dancing tour show cancelled

The SSE Hydro said it had to call off the matinee performance after a water leak affected the stage.

Rest And Be Thankful: A83 reopens after landslide

More than 1,300 tonnes of debris has been removed from the road in Argyll since Thursday.

University lecturers vote to strike in row over pay

A total of six higher education institutions across Scotland will be affected by the proposed action.