A van driver killed Suzanne Cherry, 62, during a police chase at a Staffordshire golf club. He and two others fled fraud charges, preying on elderly victims. Read the full court report.
John McDonald, 52, led police on a reckless 12-minute pursuit before hitting Suzanne Cherry, 62, at Aston Wood Golf Club. He has pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving.
A 51-year-old roofer has pleaded guilty to causing the death of Suzanne Cherry, 62, during a police chase on a golf course. Read the full story and the family's heartbreaking tribute.
Aston Villa confirm Youri Tielemans' contract situation, Emi Buendia pushes Morgan Rogers for England, and Ollie Watkins eyes Premier League century. Latest from Villa Park.
Gail Wood, 54, was told she'd won £144,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery while recovering from a hysterectomy. The life-changing prize will be paid in monthly instalments of £12,000. Read her incredible story.
A new UK law now safeguards Christmas savings in supermarket loyalty schemes. Find out how this protects your money at Iceland, Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's.
The findings of a crucial Ofsted inspection into Solihull's children's services are expected imminently. Council leaders await the report following a 'thorough' October assessment.
Coventry City Council approves a landmark scheme to transform a former golf course into the West Midlands' largest nature reserve, funded for 30 years via Biodiversity Net Gain. Discover the ambitious '30 by 30' climate goal driving this change.
Explore Uffmoor Wood, an 85-hectare West Midlands woodland with Ice Age origins and links to King Offa. Discover its trails, wildlife, and seasonal magic just 26 minutes from Birmingham.
Llandudno Rotary Club celebrates a year of community action, awarding £2,000 in grants and expanding its network. Discover how to join their mission for 2026.
A Birmingham McDonald's branch introduces a one-hour parking restriction to free up spaces. Delivery drivers had been causing congestion. Find out how customers can request an extension.
A major new report links domestic wood burning to serious health issues. Banning non-essential use could save lives and millions for the NHS. Discover the findings and calls for action.
Tributes paid to 'gentle giant' Valin Blake, found dead in Birmingham home with no heating or toilet. Family demands investigation into why he wasn't sectioned.
Parents claim a seven-year-old was pushed by a staff member at Stokes Wood Primary in Leicester, leaving the child with a head injury. The school's investigation concluded safeguards were followed.
Households across the UK face fines up to £300 for using wood burners incorrectly in smoke control zones. Learn the rules on authorised fuels and Defra-exempt appliances to avoid penalties.
Lloyds Bank launches a competitive 6.25% fixed-rate savings account for eligible Club Lloyds customers. Find out the monthly deposit rules and potential returns.
For 50 years, Folkestone Rotary Club's Santa sleigh tour has raised money for over 130 festive food parcels for local families in need. Discover how the community's generosity made 2025 special.
RumRum nightclub in Birmingham's Arcadian will shut its doors for good on January 1. Management invites revellers for 'one last dance' at final New Year's Eve and Day parties.
The 390-year-old Barley Mow pub in Wolverhampton has been forced to close temporarily due to a water leak from the neighbouring Penn Golf Course. The team is working to resolve the issue. Read for updates.
EastEnders will air a special flash-forward episode on New Year's Day, revealing Max Branning's fifth wedding. Actor Jake Wood calls the move 'brave, big and bold'. Read the full story.
Tributes pour in for former Gloucester Mayor and Sheriff Terry Haines, a Labour stalwart and founding force in the city's athletics scene, who died suddenly aged 82.
A scaled-back plan for a boat launch crane on the River Wye aims to aid emergency services and reduce bankside damage. Public feedback open until 18 January.
Solihull Council renews Honey Club's licence for another year despite local objections over its place in a modern town centre. Read the full story on the controversial decision.
The Honey Club on Solihull High Street has had its sexual entertainment venue licence renewed after no complaints were raised. Read the full details of the decision.
A Chelmsley Wood family spend Christmas at Birmingham Children's Hospital as five-year-old Marley battles leukaemia. Discover their story and how to support the hospital's festive appeal.
The Stranger Things finale doesn't have to be the end. Discover the official Dungeons & Dragons 'Hellfire Club' game on Amazon, a premium set packed with 80s nostalgia for fans. Read our review and find where to buy.
Alan Davies, 33, of Pensnett, appears at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court charged with burglary and theft from a vulnerable victim in Gornal Wood. Police issue urgent distraction burglary warning.
Ray Beaglehole and Nigel Hart from Channel Rotary Club Folkestone have been awarded the Paul Harris Fellowship, Rotary's highest honour, for their outstanding service. Discover their stories.
The trial of three men charged over the death of Suzanne Cherry, who was hit by a van on a Sutton Coldfield golf course, will begin in January. Get the latest updates.
Three men from Birmingham have been sentenced for a deliberate hit-and-run that injured two teenagers and a woman. The motive for the attack remains unclear. Read the full court report.