In 2025, average speed cameras across the West Midlands have caught nearly 90,000 drivers exceeding speed limits, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns in the region. Data obtained from police by BirminghamLive reveals …
Snow and icy conditions are forecast to sweep across the UK, prompting the Met Office to issue a yellow weather warning for several regions, including the West Midlands. The warning remains in effect through Friday morning, …
Travel on the West Midlands Metro will become more expensive in 2026, as Midland Metro Limited (MML) has received approval from the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board to raise fares. Single ticket prices will …
The year 1956 captures a very different Birmingham from the bustling, modern city we know today. These vintage photographs offer a fascinating window into the streets, architecture, and daily life of the West Midlands over …
West Midlands Police are appealing for information to identify a man linked to the use of a stolen bank card in Birmingham. The card was reportedly used in multiple shops throughout July, sparking an investigation. To aid …
The UK’s housing shortage remains a pressing issue, leaving many families displaced or stuck in temporary accommodation due to soaring rents and evictions. Local authorities face the difficult challenge of meeting housing …
West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford is once again under intense scrutiny as he prepares to answer questions before the cross-party Home Affairs Committee on January 6. The ongoing dispute centers on a …
The King’s New Year Honours list proudly features 28 notable individuals from the West Midlands, celebrating their exceptional contributions to public life, culture, education, healthcare, and community service throughout the …
Meera Syal, the acclaimed actress, comedian, and writer, has been honoured with a damehood in the King’s New Year Honours list, joining many distinguished individuals from the West Midlands. Born Feroza Syal in Wolverhampton, …
More than half of teachers in the West Midlands have worked at schools where at least one pupil was homeless in the past 12 months, according to new research by the charity Shelter. Out of 7,127 surveyed state school teachers …
In 1963, the West Midlands was on the cusp of transformation, blending its rich industrial heritage with the burgeoning energy of the 1960s cultural wave. That year marked the first visit of The Beatles to the region, an …
In 2025, over 25 individuals from Birmingham and surrounding regions were sentenced to life imprisonment — a reflection of the severity of their offenses and the judiciary’s commitment to public safety. Life sentences are the …
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 …
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 …
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 highlight the …