Westmidlands

Saturday, December 27, 2025 murder suicide westmidlands crime justice investigation conviction domesticviolence homicide trial

In the West Midlands, three ruthless killers attempted to disguise their brutal murders as suicides, but in the end, justice prevailed. Ryan Timms, Mohamed Samak, and Amy Pugh each took the life of their spouse in violent … Read More

Friday, December 26, 2025 murder stabbing westmidlands police investigation crime christmas victim homicide assault

A tragic incident unfolded on Christmas Day as a man was fatally stabbed, prompting West Midlands Police to launch a murder investigation. The victim, whose identity has now been confirmed, suffered fatal stab wounds, leading … Read More

Friday, December 26, 2025 birmingham history 1978 westmidlands transformation urban photography landmarks architecture heritage

Step back in time with these captivating photos from 1978 that reveal just how much Birmingham has evolved. From bustling city streets to iconic landmarks, these images capture a moment in the city’s history and … Read More

Thursday, December 25, 2025 pharmacy pharmacists healthcare winter gps aande minorillnesses westmidlands pharmacyfirst prescriptions

Health leaders in the West Midlands are encouraging patients to turn to pharmacies instead of overburdened GP surgeries and A&E departments by utilizing the Pharmacy First service. Introduced in early 2024, Pharmacy First … Read More

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 arrest cannabis aldridge westmidlands drugs raid operationtarget police crime seizure

West Midlands Police’s Priority Crime Team conducted a successful early morning raid at a residence on Herbert Road in Aldridge on Monday, December 22, uncovering a substantial cache of cannabis and related substances. … Read More

Monday, December 22, 2025 westmidlands mostwanted police crime suspects warrants assault burglary robbery publicsafety

Detectives have added several new names to the West Midlands’ most wanted list, warning that these suspects may find it hard to stay hidden this Christmas. West Midlands Police (WMP) frequently rely on public assistance to … Read More

Sunday, December 21, 2025 westmidlands police mostwanted crime suspects robbery shoplifting stalking harassment prisonrecall

While many enjoy festive celebrations, a number of suspects remain on the run across the West Midlands, prompting urgent police appeals for assistance. Since November, these wanted individuals have been added to a public … Read More

Saturday, December 20, 2025 wetherspoon christmas birmingham westmidlands pubs festive menu holiday hours turkey

Wetherspoon has announced that 683 of its pubs across the UK, including numerous locations in Birmingham and the West Midlands, will open on Christmas Day. These venues will operate from 11am to 3pm, offering guests a festive … Read More

Saturday, December 20, 2025 theft vehicles crime westmidlands police carcrime weather security christmas streetly

Weather forecasts are an essential guide to planning your day — from deciding whether to take a walk, drive somewhere, or bring in the laundry to avoid rain or snow. However, West Midlands Police have highlighted a disturbing … Read More

Friday, December 19, 2025 strike pay westmidlands unison transport workers labor authorities disruption industrialaction

Staff at the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) are staging a strike today, Friday, December 19, demanding a fairer pay offer after rejecting a 3.2% wage increase proposed for 2025/26. The strike includes employees … Read More

Thursday, December 18, 2025 uk snowfall winterweather temperature birmingham westmidlands england forecast snow metdesk

The UK is gearing up for a sharp drop in temperatures and a significant snowfall, with forecasts predicting lows of -3C within days. WX Charts, utilizing Met Desk data, have turned predominantly white, signaling widespread … Read More

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 hitandrun sohoroad birmingham westmidlands roadaccident police emergency community manhunt victim

The family of a man fatally struck in a hit-and-run collision on Birmingham’s Soho Road is grappling with an “unbearable reality,” according to the West Midlands Mayor, Richard Parker. The victim, believed to be in his 50s, … Read More

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 merryhill stabbing brierleyhill westmidlands assault youthcrime police investigation court safety

A 15-year-old boy has been charged after a stabbing took place at Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Brierley Hill, West Midlands. The incident occurred on Friday, November 28, when police were called to the shopping centre … Read More

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 missing birmingham police schoolgirl elizabeth urgent appeal westmidlands investigation safety

Police continue to express serious concern for Elizabeth, a 16-year-old schoolgirl who has been missing from Birmingham since the evening of Tuesday, December 9. She was last spotted around 5:30 pm that day. Despite an … Read More

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 nitrousoxide police smallheath raid drugseizure laughinggas organisedcrime lawenforcement westmidlands operationtarget

West Midlands Police conducted a significant raid on a factory unit in Small Heath, seizing 200 boxes of nitrous oxide canisters valued at approximately £30,000. The discovery took place at the Sapcote Trading Estate near … Read More

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 longbridge collision marksandspencer emergency hospital pedestrian westmidlands accident paramedics police

A man and a woman were rushed to hospital following a two-vehicle collision outside the Marks & Spencer store on Longbridge High Street in Birmingham. The incident occurred at 2:36 pm on Tuesday, December 16. Emergency … Read More

Monday, December 15, 2025 medtech skills qualifications workforce westmidlands training technology healthcare innovation education

To tackle a projected shortfall of 145,000 skilled workers in the medical technology sector, innovative qualifications have been introduced in the West Midlands. These Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are designed to … Read More

Sunday, December 14, 2025 walsall bloxwich fire factory emergency westmidlands fireservice blaze incident safety

A major fire has erupted tonight in Bloxwich, Walsall, prompting an urgent response from emergency services. Ten fire crews are currently tackling the blaze at a factory located on Newfield Close. Local residents reported … Read More

Saturday, December 13, 2025 greetsgreen housing propertyprices westmidlands community inequality crime realestate sandwell localnews

A solitary England flag ripples gently from a lamppost above a quiet car park scattered with discarded nitrous oxide canisters. The calm backstreets of Greets Green on a crisp autumn afternoon reveal little sign of life … Read More

Saturday, December 13, 2025 speedlimits road safety westmidlands birmingham traffic collisions transport regulations driving infrastructure

The West Midlands is set to phase out all remaining 40mph speed limits on A and B roads, lowering them to 30mph as part of an ambitious regional road safety strategy. This change is a key element in the effort to reduce both … Read More

Thursday, December 11, 2025 police arrest stolen vehicle burglary streetly westmidlands tools investigation greatbarr

Police officers in Streetly stopped a vehicle reported to be driving erratically, only to discover that it had been stolen. The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 11. During the stop, officers … Read More

Thursday, December 11, 2025 westmidlands activetravel cycling walking infrastructure funding safety community health transport

The West Midlands is set to receive over £30 million to enhance the safety and accessibility of walking and cycling routes throughout the region. Active Travel England has allocated £36,009,295 to the West Midlands Combined … Read More

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 education birmingham primaryschools ofsted rankings leaforest sundaytimes westmidlands academics schools

Lea Forest Primary Academy in Lea Hall, Birmingham, has proudly secured a spot among the top 10 primary schools in the UK, according to the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide for 2026. Out of approximately 20,000 primary schools … Read More

Monday, December 8, 2025 halesowen robbery e-bike scott surron theft westmidlands police crime appeal

An urgent appeal has been launched following the robbery of a 12-year-old boy’s electric bike in Halesowen’s Manor Lane on Monday, November 24. At approximately 3:55 p.m., two men approached the boy and forcibly took his … Read More