Community
Birmingham Teen Jailed for 33 Months After Street Drug Deal
An 18-year-old from Birmingham has been sentenced to two years and nine months in prison after being caught dealing crack cocaine and heroin in Burton-on-Trent. Read the full court details.
Business
Martin Lewis Urges Millions to Check Tax Code or Risk £1,000s
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis warns anyone earning over £12,570 to check their tax code immediately, as millions are wrong each year. Avoid overpaying or a shock bill.
Culture
Vampires Rock: Gothic Valentine's Show Returns to Mansfield
Steve Steinman's cult rock musical 'Vampires Rock: Eternal Love' brings gothic romance to Mansfield Palace Theatre this Valentine's Day. Limited tickets remain for the 14 Feb show.
Politics
29 Councils Seek Election Delay Amid Major UK Restructuring
Twenty-nine English councils, including three in the Midlands, have formally asked to delay their local elections due to a major government reorganisation. Discover the full list and the reasons behind the requests.
Sport
Health
22 Kids' Tillie Radford faces complex leg surgery
Sue Radford shares a health update on daughter Tillie's Limb Length Discrepancy operation. The complex surgery will take five hours, with a frame needed for 6-8 months. Read the full story.
UK PM Starmer Backs Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly backing a proposal to ban under-16s from social media, following Australia's lead. Experts are divided on the move, citing mental health benefits and data security risks.
NHS Manager Jailed for £123k Fraud
A Dudley NHS manager who swindled over £123,000 from the health trust to feed his gambling addiction has been jailed for two and a half years. Read the full story of the fraud.
Met Office Issues Yellow Snow & Ice Warnings for UK
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across the UK this weekend, January 17-18. Arctic air brings sub-zero temperatures and travel disruption. Stay informed.
Norovirus cases surge 47%, public told to stay home
Norovirus cases in England have jumped 47% in early 2026, with the UKHSA warning the public to stay home if ill. Key hygiene advice and vaccination reminders issued.