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Manchester faces extreme heat with temperatures hitting 38C as schools debate closures and the Met Office issues a "danger to life" warning. Meanwhile, rail disruptions continue due to trespassers and Manchester United eyes midfield signings ahead of their Champions League return.

Manchester residents should stay alert as the city faces nine red weather alerts for extreme heat, with temperatures reaching up to 32°C. The Greens have officially named their mayoral candidate, signaling a political shift, while Jeremy Clarkson announces cancer remission and urges men to prioritize health checkups.

Manchester: Manchester United's summer transfer push includes bids for Martin Baturina and talks for Aurelien Tchouameni, while Andy Burnham's by-election win in Makerfield signals a shift in local politics and mayoral race dynamics. Marcus Rashford's potential World Cup injury concerns and the city's weather forecast also dominate today's local news.

Manchester's Makerfield by-election saw Andy Burnham secure a decisive Labour victory over Reform UK, fueling speculation about his potential challenge to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Meanwhile, a viral £28 summer dress promoting body positivity has sparked online buzz in the city.

Manchester's Local Wire update highlights Parklife 2026 at Heaton Park with Arctic Monkeys and Dua Lipa, plus Chef Julian Pizer's journey to Another Hand, and a murder trial involving a woman accused of killing her husband. The episode also covers the University of Manchester's £50 million funding boost for innovation partnerships.

Manchester's emergency services have closed a street following a sudden incident, while a by-election is shaping up as a key political test for Prime Minister Starmer. The city also topped the UK's capital appreciation list, with new transport plans and a restored Chorlton pub gaining national attention.

Manchester emergency crews are clearing a serious crash on the M62 near Rainhill, while Labour’s Andy Burnham faces tense negotiations in his Makerfield by-election campaign. The city also leads the UK in house price growth, with a surge in real estate interest and local football fans gearing up for England’s World Cup opener.

Manchester: Survivors of the 1996 IRA bombing are urged to apply for the Troubles pension scheme before it closes, while a serious incident in Ashton-Under-Lyne highlights ongoing public safety concerns. Accessibility improvements for disabled commuters and updates on bank closures nationwide are also featured.

Manchester commuters face major delays on the M6 due to a multi-vehicle crash, while a youth mentor in Greater Manchester is recognized for his work against knife crime. New details emerge in the 30-year-old IRA men linked to the 1996 Manchester bomb, and Manchester United explores Rashford’s future amid transfer speculation.

Manchester: A 14-year-old girl faces charges after a school stabbing, raising concerns about public safety, while a 112-year-old family-run store in Warrington prepares to close. Manchester United explores transfers for Mateus Fernandes and Marcus Rashford amid ongoing sports news.