Woman convicted for possessing zombie knife in Stafford
Kirsty Rigby, 34, found guilty of possessing an offensive weapon after police discovered a banned zombie knife and extendable baton in a Stafford property. Sentencing set for April.
Kirsty Rigby, 34, found guilty of possessing an offensive weapon after police discovered a banned zombie knife and extendable baton in a Stafford property. Sentencing set for April.
Firefighters continue to work at the scene of a major Wolverhampton factory blaze more than a day after it started. Get the latest updates and traffic advice here.
A huge factory fire in Wolverhampton's Blakenhall area has triggered a major toxic incident. Over 100 firefighters are tackling the blaze as residents are told to stay indoors. Follow live updates.
A significant fire service operation in Sutton Coldfield saw 20 firefighters tackle a blaze in a nine-storey tower block on Berryfields Road. Three people evacuated safely. Read the full details.
A huge fire on Sunbeam Street in Wolverhampton required 80 firefighters. Thick smoke drifted for miles, prompting health warnings. No injuries reported.
Former glamour model Jodie Marsh shares heartbreaking tour of fire-ravaged Essex home and animal sanctuary after blaze kills two baby marmosets. See the full story.
A major factory fire on Sunbeam Street, Wolverhampton, has sent thick smoke across the city. Residents are urged to avoid the area and keep windows closed. Live updates.
A major fire at a vape shop in Stafford town centre forced road closures and evacuations. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours. No injuries reported.
Gareth Stark admitted killing his three-month-old son, Leon, who died in hospital in October 2023. The 38-year-old will be sentenced at Stafford Crown Court.
Mehmet Ogur, 27, convicted of raping an 18-year-old in a park. The Kurdish-born asylum seeker was living in a Tamworth hotel. Read the full court details.
A Birmingham mother and her daughter were evacuated from Hamstead House after a fire. Police discovered a cannabis farm in a separate flat. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police discovered 16 cannabis plants while assisting at a fire in a Hamstead tower block. Residents were evacuated but no injuries reported. Call 101 with info.
Residents evacuated after a fire broke out on the ninth floor of a Birmingham tower block. Seven fire crews attended. No injuries reported. Full details.
A major fire broke out on the ninth floor of a tower block in Hamstead, Birmingham, leading to a large-scale emergency response and resident evacuations.
A devastating fire at former glamour model Jodie Marsh's Essex animal sanctuary resulted in the deaths of two marmosets. The accidental blaze, caused by an electrical item, broke out on Saturday. Read the full story.
The identities of three teenagers who murdered Peter Cairns in a random Telford stabbing are revealed. Read the full story of the tragic case and the life sentences.
A 62-year-old man has died after being struck by a car on the A449 Stafford Road in Wolverhampton. Police are appealing for dashcam footage and witnesses.
A pedestrian has died after a collision on the A449 Stafford Road in Wolverhampton. Police are investigating and appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Motorists in England are being hit with fines up to £500 for parking over fire hydrants. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service warns this illegal act delays emergency responses. Learn how to avoid penalties.
A 62-year-old man died after being hit by a car on the A449 in Wolverhampton. A 30-year-old driver was arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A serious collision has closed the southbound A449 Stafford Road in Wolverhampton's Bushbury area. Police advise avoiding the area and seeking alternative routes.
Adam McLaughlan, 34, has been sentenced to six years for 14 counts of child sexual assault in Staffordshire. Police praise the bravery of survivors who came forward.
A massive fire engulfed a carpet factory on the Tyseley Industrial Estate in Birmingham. Over 75 firefighters tackled the blaze. Avoid the area and keep windows closed.
Over 75 firefighters tackled a massive blaze at a Tyseley carpet storage unit. Road closures remain in place—public urged to avoid the area.
Amazon unveils a major FireOS update at CES, promising Fire TV Stick users a 20-30% performance boost and a sleek new interface. Discover the new features.
A massive fire has engulfed a carpet factory in Tyseley, Birmingham. Nearly 80 firefighters are on the scene. Residents are urged to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
A major fire has erupted in Tyseley, Birmingham, with 40 firefighters tackling the blaze. The public is urged to avoid the Seeleys Road area. Live updates.
Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a security guard was assaulted outside Casa cocktail bar in Stafford. Footage of the October incident is circulating on social media.
Stafford in the West Midlands saw the UK's second highest house price rise, adding over £34,000 to average values. Discover the regional trends and expert advice for buyers.
UK fire chiefs urge households to unplug common devices like hair tools and air fryers before leaving home. This simple safety routine can prevent devastating fires, as one family's story shows.