Mum says teen 'jumped' from tower block window
The mother of a Solihull man accused of attempted murder told a court his teenage girlfriend 'jumped' from a fourth-floor window. The trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
The mother of a Solihull man accused of attempted murder told a court his teenage girlfriend 'jumped' from a fourth-floor window. The trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
Simon Jordan claims financial rules are 'unfair' on Aston Villa, preventing them from signing Conor Gallagher. He believes the midfielder would have been better at Villa Park than Tottenham. Read the full verdict.
Simon Cowell's new boyband December 10 reveal their debut 'Introducing!' tour for 2026. Get dates, venues, and how to secure tickets for the intimate UK and Ireland shows.
Simon Carter, CEO of FTSE 100 property giant British Land, announces departure to lead P3 Logistics Parks. Succession process begins for the UK's leading real estate investment trust.
A deep dive into the life of Colin Jordan, the West Midlands-born extremist who revived neo-Nazism in post-war Britain, and the disturbing parallels with today's far-right resurgence.
Sainsbury's reports strong grocery sales but a 1% drop at Argos over Christmas, blaming weak consumer confidence and a tough market. The firm still eyes over £1bn profit.
BBC Weather's Simon King reveals when Birmingham will be over the worst of Storm Goretti's snow. Key hour for road recovery and the weekend forecast.
The UK government announces plans for new e-scooter legislation and extends rental trials to May 2028. Read the latest on safety and regulation.
West Midlands Police and justice bodies face a major campaign to enforce the Victims' Code after 19 years of 'unacceptable' non-compliance. Commissioner vows to hold them to account.
West Midlands Chief Constable faces a formal review over the controversial ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. Read the latest on the political fallout and calls for his removal.
Birmingham City may be forced to sell more players in January to balance the books, with key figures like Jordan James and Jay Stansfield attracting interest. Get the latest transfer news.
High street giant Next reports better-than-expected festive sales and raises profit forecast, but warns of a sharp slowdown ahead due to UK jobs market pressures. Read the full analysis.
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall. Commissioner Simon Foster calls it 'unacceptable' and warns of a blow to community safety. Read the full story.
Get the lowdown on Seán Hayden, the confident 19-year-old Dubliner in Simon Cowell's new Netflix boy band December 10. Discover his age, hometown, and journey to fame.
West Midlands Police faces a £41m shortfall threatening 80 officers, as the City Star Flyer operator gets more time to fix safety faults. Plus, Jay Rayner's food review and your cultural guide.
Simon Jordan says Unai Emery should replace sacked Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. The pundit calls the Aston Villa boss a 'statesman' and 'brilliant manager'. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall, warns PCC Simon Foster. This could push officer numbers to 600 below 2010 levels. Join the conversation.
Labour's Transport Minister responds to calls for widening Blue Badge eligibility. Get the latest on parking concessions for people with non-visible disabilities.
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster urges government to adopt Progressive Driving Licences for new drivers, including curfews and lower alcohol limits, to cut road deaths.
Police Scotland make a fresh appeal for information on what would have been Jordan Gray's 27th birthday. The 26-year-old was found shot dead in his Motherwell flat on December 15.
Discover John Fadare, the 17-year-old from Kent who turned down a musical to join Simon Cowell's new Netflix boy band, December 10. Learn his age, hometown and Instagram.
Simon Appleby, 40, stole over £100,000 from a vulnerable Shropshire woman, making the final payment as she lay dying. Read the shocking details of this 'shameful' breach of trust.
Discover the ages of all seven members of Simon Cowell's new Netflix boy band December 10, from youngest to oldest. Find out who is 16 and who is the 'big brother' at 19.
Discover the TV history of Nicolas from Simon Cowell's new boy band December 10, from The Voice Kids Portugal to Junior Eurovision 2022. Read his journey to fame.
Former Strictly pro James Jordan claims 2025 winner Karen Carney had prior dance training, challenging the show's 'non-dancer' narrative. Read his explosive GMB interview.
Pundit Simon Jordan claims Unai Emery is 'turning water into wine' at Aston Villa but warns Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) could hinder their Premier League title bid. Read the full analysis.
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding by 2026, risking 520 officers and neighbourhood policing. Commissioner warns of a 'postcode lottery' and urges government action.
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Ola Jordan claims the BBC has 'pushed the narrative' for Karen Carney to win. Get the latest on the betting odds and final night drama.
A 42-year-old man faces charges of rape, wounding and strangulation following a police call to a Stechford address. A 53-year-old woman is also charged with wounding. Both due in Birmingham court.