East Midlands Airport was temporarily evacuated on the morning of Tuesday, May 26, after a security alert was raised regarding a piece of checked-in luggage. At around 9:30 AM, passengers were instructed to leave the terminal …
A community is in mourning following the death of 19-year-old Rhys Hanks, who was fatally injured in a serious car crash in the Midlands. The accident occurred on Wednesday, May 20, when the white Vauxhall Corsa Rhys was …
Tragedy struck in Sheffield during the bank holiday weekend when a 30-year-old woman, described by police as an “innocent bystander,” was fatally shot outside the One Four One bar on West Street. Authorities were alerted to …
Darren Bent has lauded Unai Emery for his remarkable achievements with Aston Villa, describing the Spaniard’s success as overcoming major financial hurdles “with his hands tied behind his back.” In just three seasons, Emery …
Since Chris Davies was appointed manager two years ago, Birmingham City have completed a remarkable 38 signings as they aimed to rebuild and compete in League One and beyond. The summer of 2024 saw an influx of 17 new …
When the Blue Flag awards for 2026 were announced, I couldn’t help but reminisce about a special place I visited with my children years ago—Trecco Bay in Porthcawl, Wales, the closest Blue Flag beach to Birmingham. Trecco Bay …
A 66-year-old grandfather, David Darke, lost his life after being struck by a single punch outside a Midlands pub while attending his work Christmas party. On 21 December, David was celebrating the festive season with …
New data reveals that drivers in Birmingham and the Black Country are more likely to evade penalties for speeding compared to other areas in the Midlands. Enforcement appears inconsistent, creating an uneven playing field …
Alan Lodge, 53, has been sentenced to eight years in prison after admitting to sexually abusing a schoolgirl between 2022 and 2024. During his trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court, Lodge shockingly claimed the abuse happened …
A 19-year-old driver, Zain Mohammad, has been disqualified from driving after crashing into a lamppost within a Birmingham city centre car park while reportedly inhaling nitrous oxide. On April 20, security guards at …
Birmingham is on the brink of a remarkable transformation. Over the coming years, the city is expected to undergo significant developments that will reshape its appearance and enhance its vibrancy. From innovative …
Kelly Cooley, a 46-year-old mother from Walsall, is confronting a race against time as she waits for a critical lung transplant. Diagnosed with a severe lung condition, Kelly was given a prognosis of just three to five years …
Joshua Galland was stopped by Border Force officers at Birmingham Airport as he returned from Thailand carrying 16 packages containing cannabis. During investigations, authorities discovered that Galland was a victim of …
Nearly a year after a violent attack in Birmingham, the suspect, Jafir Nazir, remains on the run. The incident, which occurred last August on Monica Road, Small Heath, left a man seriously injured after being repeatedly …
The West Midlands is poised for significant growth in advanced manufacturing, with Project MADE (Midlands Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem) releasing a comprehensive plan to transform the sector. This ambitious strategy …