2019 has proved to be a year of change for a city which continues to evolve, delight, surprise and innovate. Here is our bite size look back at some of the stories making the headlines across the city over the last 12 months. READ MORE: Six intriguing Leeds landmarks granted heritage status in 2019 LOVE LEEDS, LOVE RETRO? Join 'Leeds Retro' on facebook
1. February
Hundreds of children and young people gathered on the steps of Leeds Town Hall as they went on strike to demand action on climate change. | jpimedia Photo: Tony Johnson
2. March
The best of the best at the heart of Leeds's vibrant food and drink scene was celebrated at the YEP's Oliver Awards ceremony. | other
3. April
Leeds United 1 Wigan Athletic 2. Was this the game which signalled the beginning of the end for Leeds United's chances of automatic promotion? | jpimedia Photo: Simon Hulme
4. June
Thousands of foodies headed to Millennium Square for the three-day Leeds Food and Drink Festival. Glorious sunshine added to the occasion with revellers enjoying food ranging from Thai, Indian and Lebanese, to sweet treats. | jpimedia Photo: Simon Hulme
5. July
The UKs first ever city centre animatronic dinosaur trail roared into life in Leeds. Giant dinosaurs took up residence across the city centre as part of the Leeds Jurassic Trail - a free event running during the summer holiday. | jpimedia Photo: Joanthan Gawthorpe
6. September
Leeds waved off riders off on final stint of the 2019 UCI Road World Championships. It is only the third time that the series has been held in the UK and it was hailed by city leaders as "another great sporting day in Leeds". | jpimedia Photo: Tony Johnson