Birmingham has been identified as the UK’s hotspot for crimes linked to TikTok, with predators increasingly using the platform to target children. Recent data obtained through a Freedom of Information request reveals that …
The forthcoming transfer of the West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority (WMFRA) to the regional mayor’s control in 2027 is underway, yet significant concerns remain about readiness and inherited challenges. This major shift, …
A notorious one-mile section of the Black Country New Road has become one of the busiest hotspots for speeding violations in the West Midlands. Equipped with average speed cameras, this stretch records thousands of speeding …
In West Bromwich, a cutting-edge dairy processing plant is nearing completion, promising to revolutionize milk production in the Black Country. Freshways, an independent dairy supplier, is finalizing its £25 million …
Over the past ten years, the West Midlands has witnessed a series of brutal murders that continue to baffle police and haunt families. Despite relentless investigations, these cases remain unsolved, leaving communities …
Train passengers travelling across Birmingham and the West Midlands are being advised to expect significant service disruptions on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 July due to strike action and extreme heat. Workers from the TSSA …
PC Field, a West Midlands Police officer, was found to have attempted to wipe his phone after being arrested at a Birmingham police station. The incident led to an investigation into his conduct, revealing significant …
Disturbing footage released by West Midlands Police captures the unsettling moments leading up to a devastating house fire in Wednesbury, where arsonist Andrew Gorrell was seen loitering near a family’s home before flames …
Over 24 hours after a major fire erupted at Jones Skips recycling yard in Cross Street, Wolverhampton, authorities continue to advise residents and workers to avoid the area. Those nearby have also been urged to keep doors …
In Bilston town centre, a quick-thinking PCSO became a local hero when he came to the rescue of a young toddler struggling to breathe. Toddler Roxy began choking on a sweet while sitting in her pushchair, causing panic for …
The ongoing cost-of-living crisis has left thousands of families in the West Midlands relying on baby banks to meet their children’s basic needs. Over the past year, 8,000 families and 12,000 children were assisted by 20 baby …
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the driving theory test, a crucial hurdle for learner drivers before they can even attempt the practical exam. Despite its importance, many candidates struggle to pass, with some test …
Birmingham has been identified as the city with the poorest restaurant hygiene ratings in the UK. Despite boasting a thriving culinary scene, including more Michelin stars than anywhere outside London, the city struggles with …
In the first half of 2026, nearly 7,000 drivers were caught speeding on Birmingham’s most notorious stretch of road, according to freedom of information data obtained from West Midlands Police. This alarming figure highlights …
David Sellers, 63, has been living as an amputee for 45 years and has relied on the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre in Selly Oak for four decades. Recently, he has spoken out about the significant delays plaguing the …