Police seal off house in Acocks Green after serious incident
A major police cordon remains on Olton Boulevard East in Acocks Green following a serious incident. Get the latest updates and witness reports from the scene.
A major police cordon remains on Olton Boulevard East in Acocks Green following a serious incident. Get the latest updates and witness reports from the scene.
A six-year-old girl was taken to hospital after being struck by a quad bike ridden by two men in Stirchley, Telford. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which occurred on Friday afternoon.
An angry resident in Southall, London, has targeted parked cars with eggs, flour, and abusive fake parking fines. Locals are divided over the messy protest. Read the full story.
Award-winning Brazilian violinist Nathan Amaral performs with pianist Kasparas Mikužis in Harrogate on January 18. The concert launches the 60th anniversary season of Harrogate International Festivals.
Police are investigating a three-car collision in Edgbaston, Birmingham, after the occupants of one vehicle reportedly fled. No injuries were reported. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Drayton Manor Theme Park launches a £10 weekend ticket deal for January and February, covering Thomas Land, the zoo, and more. Book now before the offer ends!
West Midlands Police are investigating after a 63-year-old man died on Clayton Road. A 37-year-old man has been arrested. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
Tributes pour in for Tony Little, the beloved Coronation Street extra known as 'Old Kebab Guy', who passed away over the festive period. Read the touching words from his co-stars.
A red vehicle hit a National Express West Midlands bus shelter on Walmley Road. No injuries were reported but the shelter was damaged. Read the latest traffic updates.
A clinical animal behaviourist with 20+ years' experience shares five simple techniques to enrich your senior dog's life and strengthen your bond. Learn how to teach 'Nose to Hand' and more.
A section of the M6 southbound was closed after a teenage girl fell from an ambulance on a slip road. She was taken to hospital with no serious injuries. Read the latest traffic updates.
Firefighters saved a husky from icy water at Manor Farm Park. The elderly owner's 999 call prevented a tragedy. Authorities warn of the dangers of frozen water.
HS2 officials admit the 2029-2033 target for trains between London and Birmingham is unachievable. Read the latest on the project reset, costs, and local reaction.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
A 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl died after a car left Old Ferry Road in Iwade, Kent. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A 59-year-old man has died after collapsing while being detained by Merseyside Police on Southport Road, Bootle. The incident has been referred to the IOPC.
A toddler has died following a medical incident at a property on Gladstone Road in Barry. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended but the child was pronounced dead at the scene.
Multiple primary schools and a college in the Black Country are closed or delayed on Monday, January 5, 2026, due to hazardous snow and ice. Check the latest updates for parents.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving after crashing into electrical equipment in Birmingham. Buses diverted and drivers told to avoid the area.
Step back 74 years to see Birmingham in 1952. Explore the last trams, Laurel & Hardy's tour, the bustling Onion Fair, and landmarks that remain unchanged today.
Drayton Manor Park announces closure for Sunday, January 4, 2026, citing guest safety amid Met Office snow warnings. Bookings rescheduled for February half term.
Fresh anger erupts as HS2 confirms major delay for Birmingham-London line, missing 2029-2033 target. Mayor defends project as critics blast 'white elephant'. Read the latest.
Step back 65 years to 1960 Birmingham. See the new Nechells flats, the Onion Fair, Longbridge works & a city on the cusp of change. Explore 30 nostalgic images.
West Midlands Police arrested six people in Coventry after a teenage girl was threatened with a firearm and a large knife on New Year's Day. Five teenagers and a woman are in custody.
Explore Birmingham's ancient history through 12 of its oldest surviving structures, from a 12th-century church to a 1368 pub. Discover the city's heritage beyond the Industrial Revolution.
A currency expert reveals UK households may have £50-£100 in forgotten holiday money. Convert old notes and coins to ease January financial pressure. Act now to find your hidden cash.
A young boy has suffered serious injuries after being struck by a bus at a Warwickshire junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest updates.
A man is in hospital with serious injuries after an incident on Tansley Road in Kingstanding, Birmingham. A 22-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Police are appealing for information.
A 22-year-old man is in custody after a victim was found with serious injuries on Tansley Road, Kingstanding. Police are investigating and the road remains closed.
A section of Tansey Road in Kingstanding, Birmingham, remains cordoned off by police after a man was found with serious injuries. A 22-year-old man has been arrested.