A459 closed both ways after Sedgley crash
A major Black Country route is shut in both directions following a collision on Dudley Street in Sedgley. Drivers are warned to expect significant delays.
A major Black Country route is shut in both directions following a collision on Dudley Street in Sedgley. Drivers are warned to expect significant delays.
Popular Black Country music venue Red By Night will shut its doors for good on New Year's Eve. Rising costs and falling footfall blamed for the closure of the industrial-themed club. Join the final celebration.
West Midlands Police seek public help to trace Patricia Hale, 35, suspected of outraging public decency in West Bromwich on September 6. Call 101 with info.
Police are hunting three thieves caught on CCTV stealing a £12,000 S-Works e-bike from a garden shed in Stourbridge. Call 101 with info.
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.
The story of Birmingham's Golden Eagle pub, a legendary rock and disco venue stripped by patrons in 1984, now a car park. A new student block plan was recently refused. Discover the history.
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker reveals investor interest in Black Country film studios, aiming to leverage Birmingham's Digbeth transformation for wider regional growth. Read the full story.
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker reveals investor interest in new Black Country film studios, building on Digbeth's success with Peaky Blinders and the BBC. Discover the region's growing screen industry.
Explore the rugged, forgotten landscape beneath the M6 at Junction 9 in Wednesbury, where the River Tame flows past warehouses and railway tracks. Discover this unique slice of Black Country heritage.
Two men, aged 50 and 27, are in custody after a man in his 20s was shot in Willenhall. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries. Police are appealing for information.
A man is fighting for life after a shooting in Willenhall. Police have cordoned off Wordsworth Road and are conducting extensive searches. Read the latest updates.
A man is in a critical condition after being shot on Wordsworth Road in Willenhall. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident that occurred hours before Christmas Eve.
Timonthy Lydon, 29, has been jailed for eight months and given an 18-month community behaviour order banning him from specific shops and Bilston High Street after 13 thefts. Police warn of impact on businesses.
Explore 15 unique Birmingham and West Midlands words and phrases, perfect for locals and newcomers reuniting over the Christmas holidays. Discover the region's distinctive vocabulary.
A murder investigation is underway after a man died from stab wounds in Oldbury. A 17-year-old is in custody as police appeal for dashcam footage.
A disqualified driver who led police on a terrifying 70mph chase through residential streets and rammed a police car has been jailed. Read the full story and sentencing details.
Campaigners demand Dudley Council reinstates 500 removed grit bins, warning the cost-cutting move risks safety on icy hills. Read the full story and see the petition.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after two full shopping trolleys were stolen from a shop in Coseley. Officers want to speak to a man and woman captured on CCTV.
Amazon offers a 4-month free trial of Music Unlimited for new subscribers, plus a bonus Audible credit. Learn how to claim this streaming deal before it ends.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a series of break-ins in Oldbury. Keys and cash were stolen in the early hours of November 2. Can you help?
Two men have been charged after police discovered a cannabis grow in Dudley. Officers used dogs and drones in the raid on Littleworth Avenue. Read the full details.
Greggs has opened a new, larger store in Willenhall's The Square, offering festive treats and a free Coca-Cola promotion via its app until December 29.
A crucial debate on cutting parking charges was delayed after lengthy discussions on pub rates and council flag policy. Council leader brands debate 'bloody nonsense'.
Merry Hill shopping centre has welcomed six major new retailers in 2025, including EE, B&Q, and Goldsmiths. Discover the latest additions transforming the Black Country destination.
A father was shot four times on his doorstep in Darlaston. Five men have admitted conspiracy charges. Read the full story of the horrific attack.
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
All the latest reports on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's 2026 wedding plans, including the special date, potential Rhode Island venue, and bachelorette party ideas. Discover the details here.
Walsall Council has withdrawn a stop notice against the Rooftop Food Court after compliance. The venue, which opened without permission, hopes to reopen soon. Read the latest.
A Reclaim the Night Walk took place in Oldbury to unite against gender-based violence and support survivors. Join the movement for safety and respect.