Police are investigating an attempted kidnapping in Wigan after a woman was grabbed and threatened. The suspect is described as a white male, 6ft 1in. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Community campaigners urge fresh funding to unlock the full potential of Glasgow's Drumchapel Way, a vital walking route battling litter and poor signage. Support the push for a Scottish Paths Fund.
A Nottingham mother was left 'dumbfounded' after receiving a £100 parking fine for an alleged 18-hour stay during a brief shopping trip. She is fighting the charge, with campaigners warning of a widespread issue.
wed2b, the UK's largest bridal retailer, opens its new Birmingham Central store on January 14. Brides can get free goodie bags and win a free dress.
A new 21km National River Walk, the Mersey Valley Way, will connect Stockport to Ashton-upon-Mersey. The government-funded path aims to improve access to nature and boost local wellbeing.
BBC Traitors host Claudia Winkleman reveals her go-to lunch spot in Birmingham while filming The Piano. Discover her food choice and why she loves the city's station.
TV star Rylan Clark shares before and after photos of his complete central London flat renovation, designed to mirror a suite at The Langham hotel. See the stunning transformation.
Discover the top parks and hills for safe family sledging in Birmingham today, following significant overnight snowfall from Storm Goretti. Find your perfect snowy slope!
Attwell Farm Park near Redditch closes for 11 days for a major indoor play barn expansion, adding new facilities. The popular family attraction reopens on January 17.
BBC Traitors host Claudia Winkleman was spotted filming The Piano in Birmingham, where she declared New Street Station the best in the country. Read her full verdict and see the photos.
Breakspear Park in Hemel Hempstead launches a quarterly photography competition for 2026. Win £250 and choose a local charity to receive £750. Submit your Community-themed shots by Feb 8, 2026.
The Traitors host Claudia Winkleman was seen filming Channel 4's The Piano in Birmingham's Grand Central with co-judge MIKA. The show's fourth series is set to air this spring.
West Midlands Safari Park has completed its 2026 animal census, counting every creature from elephants to ants. The tally includes new 'N'-named babies like tiger cubs and a giraffe calf. Book your visit online now.
The AA has shared the fastest and safest way to clear your windscreen during the UK's freeze. Learn the expert tips to avoid fines and keep your car secure from 'frosting' thieves.
Four individuals, including a teenager, face charges after a staff member was assaulted and windows smashed at a Walsall store. Read the latest court details.
Emergency services launched a major search in a Wolverhampton canal after reports of a person in the water. Read the full details of the operation and outcome.
Drayton Manor Park announces closure for Sunday, January 4, 2026, citing guest safety amid Met Office snow warnings. Bookings rescheduled for February half term.
Shoppers queued overnight for new Birmingham store openings in 2025. The secret? Generous free goodie bags for early customers. Discover which brands drew the biggest crowds and what's coming in 2026.
Three teenagers have been sentenced to a combined 13 years for a vicious stabbing attack on a 15-year-old boy in Alum Rock's Morris Park. The victim required life-saving surgery.
A wave of closures hit Birmingham's Bullring and Grand Central in 2025, including Caffe Concerto and Diesel. See the full list of shops lost and what's coming next.
A man has died following a house fire on Suthard Way in Hednesford, Staffordshire. Emergency services were called at 8.40am on December 24. Police confirm the death is not suspicious.
Shocking dashcam footage shows an elderly woman driving the wrong way on the M6 near Corley, Warwickshire. HGV drivers formed a blockade. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council confirms new parking charges at Sutton Park, Lickey Hills, and Sheldon Country Park from 2026. Find out the costs and the political backlash.
From Amur leopard cubs to rescued Ukrainian lions, discover how Yorkshire Wildlife Park celebrated a landmark year for global wildlife conservation in 2025. Plan your visit.
The Welsh Government is contributing £22m to upgrade Cardiff Central station, a non-devolved asset, to unlock £117.8m in UK funding. The project aims to handle 20 million passengers by 2035.
A major police operation responded to reports of violent disorder involving weapons and damaged vehicles at a Stourport caravan site. Several arrests made. Read the latest.
Bullring & Grand Central in Birmingham welcomed 27 new stores in 2025, from Uniqlo to Pizza Pilgrims. Discover the full list of exciting retail arrivals.
Birmingham City Council is pushing ahead with parking charges at Sutton Park and Lickey Hills. Critics call it a 'tax on health' amid fears over access and congestion. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council confirms new parking fees for three major parks from 2026, sparking political backlash. Find out the costs and the opposition's pledge.
Birmingham City Council plans new parking fees at three major parks in 2026 to raise funds, sparking fierce opposition from residents and political parties. Find out the details and what it means for visitors.