February half term is just around the corner, and families in Birmingham and the surrounding areas are gearing up for a fantastic week of fun-filled activities. Whether you’re looking to explore indoors or enjoy cultural …
Gary Meads’ story is one unlike most – born and raised within the walls of a pub he now owns. The Coach & Horses Inn, situated on the border of Alvechurch and Birmingham, has been a family-run establishment for over half a …
The future of more than 160 transport projects across the West Midlands is set to become clearer in the coming months as the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) progresses with the Rosewell Review. This comprehensive …
The UK is set to experience two dangerous and unusual weather events within days, with Birmingham and other parts of the country at risk. According to maps and charts generated by the Global Forecast System (GFS), February 1 …
Leaders across the West Midlands are calling for an expansion of rail services to enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth in the region. This appeal comes as new stations in Birmingham and beyond are set to open, …
A shortage of drivers has caused a noticeable drop in the usage of the Ring and Ride service across the West Midlands. Data presented to the West Midlands Combined Authority’s Transport Delivery Overview and Scrutiny …
A recent study has unveiled that the six lowest-income neighborhoods in England are all located in Birmingham, underscoring significant economic challenges within the city. The research ranks neighborhoods based on average …
Two men have been sentenced after a brazen drive-by shooting on a busy Black Country high street left a man seriously injured but alive. On the morning of May 1 last year, a black Vauxhall Mokka pulled up near the junction of …
Transport leaders in the West Midlands face a critical decision to preserve their significant influence over the region’s railway services. The current collaboration agreement between the West Midlands Rail Executive (WMRE) …
The annual GP Patient Survey for 2026 is now open, inviting patients throughout the Midlands to share their experiences and rate their local GP surgeries. This widely respected survey provides valuable insights into how well …
In 2025, one of the West Midlands' most affluent towns, Solihull, witnessed a significant decline in average house prices, with values dropping by over £25,000. This dramatic fall places Solihull fourth on the national list …
The Met Office has released the detailed hour-by-hour weather forecast for Birmingham as heavy snow continues to impact the West Midlands. While the amber weather warning for snow will be lifted at 9am on Friday, January 9, …
On the evening of January 8, Birmingham and the wider West Midlands were hit by a surprising and swift snowfall, transforming the region into a winter landscape within less than an hour. Snow began to fall around 7 pm, …
Storm Goretti brought a swift and significant snowfall to Birmingham and the wider West Midlands region starting from around 7pm on Thursday, January 8. The sudden onset of snow transformed streets and landscapes, creating …
Birmingham and the West Midlands are under amber weather warnings as Storm Goretti is set to bring heavy snowfall, with up to 30cm expected to accumulate in some areas. Additional weather alerts have been issued across the …