Extending 20mph speed limits is gaining momentum as a key strategy to reduce reckless driving and improve road safety across the West Midlands. Road Safety Commissioner Mat MacDonald emphasized that evidence from Wales and …
In an utterly random and devastating attack, a fire-obsessed killer tragically claimed the life of an unsuspecting pensioner asleep in his home. Andrew Gorrell, from Saltney on the English-Welsh border, made a mysterious …
Dudley MP Sonia Kumar has spoken out amid growing concerns over safety in the town centre, where traders and shoppers face increasing threats from crime and antisocial behaviour. Ms Kumar recently participated in a roundtable …
On the edge of Birmingham lies an unofficial car graveyard, a growing collection of abandoned vehicles that tell a story of neglect and urban decay. Despite efforts by local authorities to tackle the problem, the number of …
A recent decline in bus passenger numbers across the West Midlands has raised concerns among local councillors and transport officials. Data presented to the West Midlands Combined Authority’s Transport Delivery Overview and …
West Midlands Police have released CCTV footage following a disturbing attempted carjacking in Birmingham, where a woman’s hijab was forcibly removed. The incident unfolded on Monday, March 9, at approximately 6.30pm, near …
A recent study has identified North Warwickshire as the safest area in the Midlands, located just a short five-minute drive from the crime-heavy city of Birmingham. This highlights how quickly the environment can change from …
Latest housing market data reveals an unsettling trend for residents of some of the Midlands’ most prestigious villages. The B94 postcode area, known for its leafy landscapes, quiet streets, and low crime rates, has …
The West Midlands has experienced a significant increase in rat complaints over the past year, with confirmed rodent activity rising by 16%, according to pest control specialists Rentokil. This surge is reflective of a …
Kingstanding Road in Birmingham has been closed this evening due to a serious collision. West Midlands Police responded to the incident near the junction with Kings Road on Saturday, March 7. Authorities have not yet …
A Ferrari supercar driver pushed the limits on the M6 in the West Midlands, reaching a terrifying speed of 127mph—nearly double the motorway speed limit. What started as an exhilarating thrill quickly turned sour when the …
The piercing wail of a car alarm shattered my sleep, dragging me from a strange dream into a harsher reality. As I woke, my girlfriend quickly rushed to the window, and I followed moments later, catching sight of a disturbing …
The West Midlands Bus On-Demand service, including the Ring and Ride and Coventry On Demand networks, has experienced a noticeable decline in passenger journeys between October and December 2025. During this period, 54,500 …
West Midlands Police have launched a public appeal for information following a serious shooting in Sutton Coldfield in late January. The incident left a man in his 20s in critical condition, while a woman sustained minor …
Police are appealing to the public for assistance after a robbery occurred at a Birmingham petrol station. The incident took place just before 9pm on December 30 at the Shell petrol station located on Stratford Road. West …