Hammersmith and Fulham news

• ‘Avoid area' as major road FLOODED after burst water pipe

  24-02-2026 18:13 via london-now.co.uk
  
  People are being urged to avoid an Islington road after a burst water main has caused major flooding.
  
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• Police share investigation update into fatal Croydon fire

  24-02-2026 18:05 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Police have shared an investigation update into a fire in Croydon which resulted In the death of one man and another fighting for his life.
  
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• Families in London can get 'Kids Eat Free' with new £1.99 Prezzo deal

  24-02-2026 18:00 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Prezzo Italian has launched a £1.99-a-month subscription offering free kids’ meals all year, allowing up to three children to dine free with a paying adult.
  
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• Cockroach infestation forces Collier Row care home to shut kitchen

  24-02-2026 18:00 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Ashbrook Care Home in Collier Row has been told it "risks closure" after a cockroach infestation was discovered at the premises.
  
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• Brand new Popeyes set to open in Tottenham Court Road

  24-02-2026 18:00 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Popeyes® UK will open a new Louisiana-style fried chicken restaurant on Tottenham Court Road this spring, marking its 10th UK launch of 2026.
  
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• New pictures after man and woman attacked by group at King’s Cross

  24-02-2026 17:44 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Police have released images after a group attack at King’s Cross Underground station.
  
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• Search for group of men after massive brawl in Ilford takeaway shop

  24-02-2026 17:40 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A group of men have been recorded fighting in an Ilford takeaway on Ilford Lane.
  
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• Baby P council praised for turnaround as children's services gets top rating

  24-02-2026 17:37 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Haringey Council's children’s services have been rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted, marking a major turnaround after past child abuse scandals.
  
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• Search for group of men after massive brawl in takeaway shop

  24-02-2026 17:22 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A group of men have been recorded fighting in an Ilford takeaway on Ilford Lane.
  
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• London road submerged after burst pipe – areas hit and diversions

  24-02-2026 17:08 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Burst water main floods Caledonian Road, Islington; road closed, bus routes diverted. Thames Water teams responding. N1, N7, WC1X, EC1R affected.
  
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• Small brewery that started in cosy Highgate pub makes Britain's best seasonal beer

  24-02-2026 17:00 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Brewed in North Finchley, London Brewing Co's Beer Street ale took the title of Winter Beer of Britain.
  
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• Romford HMO 'incorrectly' given go-ahead wants to expand to TEN bedrooms

  24-02-2026 17:00 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A home in Romford that is claimed to have been allowed to change to a house in multiple occupation (HMO) "incorrectly" now wishes to expand to ten bedrooms.
  
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• Major Deptford development plan set to be decided

  24-02-2026 17:00 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A major development in Creekside, Deptford featuring more than 600 student rooms and 50 "affordable" homes is set for approval despite concerns over drinking water.
  
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• Greater Anglia trains hit by disruption after fault blocks lines

  24-02-2026 16:55 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Greater Anglia trains between Shenfield and Southend Victoria face delays and cancellations due to a train fault at Hockley. Disruption expected until 4.30pm.
  
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• LIVE updates as flood turns major road into RIVER after water pipe bursts

  24-02-2026 16:51 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A huge flood has submerged a major road after a mains water pipe is believed to have burst. Live updates here.
  
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• Drug dealer jailed after cocaine spills in front of police as he protests innocence

  24-02-2026 16:45 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A drug dealer who lashed out and claimed he was innocent has been jailed after a stash of cocaine spilt onto the floor in front of officers in Stratford.
  
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• Tree planted in memory of legendary Ilford 'Marathon Man'

  24-02-2026 16:40 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A memorial tree has been planted in Ilford to honour Fauja Singh BEM, the "Marathon Man" and world's oldest marathon runner.
  
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• The top 25 signs you’re getting older include sitting down to put your socks on

  24-02-2026 16:21 via london-now.co.uk
  
  The top 25 signs you’re getting older include sitting down to put your socks on, seeing your old clothes come back into fashion - and saying ‘who?’ when watching the BRIT Awards.
  
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• Photographer's touching image of elderly couple seen on Euston station billboard

  24-02-2026 16:10 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Highgate photographer Suzi Darsa has seen her touching image of couple Judith and Ged displayed on digital screens across the UK - including at Euston station - after winning a national award.
  
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• Teen boy, 17, taken to hospital after stabbing in south east London

  24-02-2026 15:50 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A 17-year-old teenage boy is in hospital after a stabbing in south east London.
  
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• M11 brought to a crawl after lorry crash – here’s everything you need to know

  24-02-2026 15:29 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Lorry crash causes up to 45-minute delays on M11 near Chigwell and Loughton. Essex Police and National Highways respond; lanes closed in both directions.
  
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• Decathlon set to bring hiking and cycling gear to south London IKEA

  24-02-2026 15:21 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Decathlon will open a new standalone store inside IKEA Croydon this spring in a first-of-its-kind UK partnership.
  
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• Cause of prison death of murderer who raped girl, 14, and fathered her child

  24-02-2026 15:17 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Mohammed Fethaullah raped a 14-year-old girl and fathered her child.
  
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• Pictures show damaged lorry after serious crash on M25

  24-02-2026 15:05 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A damaged lorry has been pictured on the M25 in Essex following a serious crash.
  
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• LIVE updates as ALL traffic stopped on major road after crash with barrier

  24-02-2026 15:03 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A major road is closed after a vehicle crashed with a barrier, with long delays for drivers.
  
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• ALL traffic stopped on major road after crash with barrier

  24-02-2026 15:03 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A major road is closed after a vehicle crashed with a barrier, with long delays for drivers.
  
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• Fiona Phillips’ husband says Alzheimer's means she's 'slipping away' each day

  24-02-2026 14:52 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Retired journalist Fiona Phillips' husband, Martin Frizell, said she no longer likes to discuss her Alzheimer's diagnosis
  
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• Police to step up patrols around schools over ‘Red vs Blue’ social media trend

  24-02-2026 14:37 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Schools in Redbridge are on alert after social media posts promoting so-called “Red vs Blue” gatherings began circulating among pupils.
  
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• M25 lorry crash brings motorway to a standstill – what we know so far

  24-02-2026 14:30 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A lorry crash has closed the M25 in both directions between junctions 27 (M11) and 28 (Brentwood), causing severe traffic delays. Updates from Essex Police.
  
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• ‘AVOID area’ as M25 closed both ways after ‘serious’ lorry crash

  24-02-2026 14:17 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Drivers are being urged to avoid the M25 as emergency services deal with a serious crash involving two lorries.
  
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• Teenager taken to hospital after stabbing outside block of south east London flats

  24-02-2026 14:07 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A teenager has been taken to hospital after a stabbing outside a block of flats in Deptford.
  
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• LIVE updates as two-lorry crash causes SEVERE delays on M25

  24-02-2026 13:43 via london-now.co.uk
  
  The M25 anticlockwise is closed after a crash involving two lorries. Send information or pictures to [email protected]
  
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• Teacher found guilty of smoking cannabis - but will remain in the classroom

  24-02-2026 13:00 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A London teacher has been found guilty of unacceptable professional conduct by a Teaching Regulation Agency panel but will not be banned from the profession.
  
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• New all day cafe and restaurant plan for West Hampstead

  24-02-2026 13:00 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Plans for a new all day cafe in West Hampstead have been revealed.
  
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• Man, 40, stabbed to death pictured for first time by police

  24-02-2026 12:49 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A 40-year-old man who was stabbed to death in Wimbledon has been pictured for the first time.
  
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• Police probe into Croydon fire as man dies and another fighting for his life

  24-02-2026 12:07 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating a house fire on Duppas Hill Terrace in Croydon which killed a man and left another fighting for his life.
  
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• Man dies and another fighting for his life after major fire in Croydon

  24-02-2026 11:54 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A man has died after a major fire on Duppas Hill Terrace in Croydon.
  
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• Comedian Russell Brand pleads not guilty to two further sex offences including rape

  24-02-2026 11:29 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to two further sexual offences, including rape, after appearing at Southwark Crown Court this morning (February 24).
  
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• 'Fountain of Filth' spewing 'murky water' appears on London's South Bank

  24-02-2026 11:26 via london-now.co.uk
  
  'The Fountain of Filth', a new installation, has appeared on London's South Bank to promote the new Channel 4 drama, Dirty Business.
  
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• The north London shopping centre with four new places to eat

  24-02-2026 11:25 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Four new food outlets—Spud Stop, Spice Pop, Habibi Shawarma, and Mex-Man—open at The Mall Wood Green, offering diverse cuisine in north London.
  
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• West Ham owners ordered to pay extra £3.6m over London Stadium deal

  24-02-2026 11:23 via london-now.co.uk
  
  West Ham United’s parent company ordered by Court of Appeal to pay extra £3.6m to E20 over London Stadium share sale dispute involving David Sullivan.
  
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• Police statement on ‘Red vs Blue’ school gatherings planned in Greenwich

  24-02-2026 11:07 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Police have issued a statement following ongoing concerns over planned “Red vs Blue” school gatherings spreading in Greenwich and other parts of London.
  
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• Two arrested after man dies during suspected cosmetic treatment

  24-02-2026 11:04 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Two people have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after a 34-year-old man was found dead at Lincoln Plaza in Canary Wharf.
  
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• Person dies after being hit by train at Norwood Junction station

  24-02-2026 10:47 via london-now.co.uk
  
  A person has died after being hit by a train at Norwood Junction station.
  
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• Major disruptions hit trains to Heathrow and Gatwick airports - recap

  24-02-2026 10:43 via london-now.co.uk
  
  There are major travel delays today (February 24) due to issues on both the Piccadilly line and Gatwick Express. Follow our blog for live updates.
  
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• LIVE updates as major disruptions hit trains to Heathrow and Gatwick airports

  24-02-2026 10:43 via london-now.co.uk
  
  There are major travel delays today (February 24) due to issues on both the Piccadilly line and Gatwick Express. Follow our blog for live updates.
  
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• Train hits obstruction causing major Gatwick disruption – here are the alternatives

  24-02-2026 10:21 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Rail services near Gatwick Airport face major delays and cancellations after a train struck an obstruction at Salfords. Gatwick Express and Thameslink affected.
  
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• Severe delays cause widespread disruption on London Underground

  24-02-2026 09:59 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Severe delays hit London Underground with major disruption on the Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, and Piccadilly lines due to faults and signal failures.
  
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• Train hits obstruction triggering major Gatwick rail disruption

  24-02-2026 09:27 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Rail delays and cancellations between Gatwick Airport and Purley after train hits obstruction. Gatwick Express and Thameslink services suspended.
  
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• Lord Peter Mandelson released on bail by Met Police after misconduct arrest

  24-02-2026 07:13 via london-now.co.uk
  
  Lord Mandelson has been accused of passing sensitive information to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein during his time as business secretary.
  
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