An amber cold health alert is active across the Midlands until Friday. The UKHSA warns of significant health impacts, including a rise in deaths. Find out how to stay safe and support vulnerable neighbours.
Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace squad is decimated by injuries and AFCON absences ahead of their Premier League clash with Aston Villa. Get the latest team news and predictions.
The DWP has triggered Cold Weather Payments for additional postcodes, including parts of the West Midlands, as a severe cold snap continues. Find out if your area is eligible.
The NHS has issued crucial guidance on how to respond to slips on ice and a 'penguin waddle' technique to prevent falls, as cold weather sweeps the UK. Learn how to stay safe.
The Met Office warns of travel disruption across England as snow and ice hit. Plan for longer journeys and check conditions before you travel this Friday.
A -4C Arctic blast hitting Britain is set to trigger special £25 Cold Weather Payments for eligible households on benefits. Find out if you qualify and how the scheme works.
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across the UK from January 2nd, warning of travel disruption and hazardous conditions. Stay informed with the latest forecast.
Birmingham faces a cold, wet New Year's Day with highs of just 6°C and scattered showers. Get the full Met Office forecast for the West Midlands and UK snow warnings.
A 10-day cold health alert warns of significant strain on NHS and social care. Public urged to check on vulnerable as frost and wintry showers forecast.
A yellow cold health alert is active across the West Midlands until 5 January. Temperatures are set to plummet, with potential snow forecast. Experts urge checking on vulnerable neighbours.
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 Birmingham woman stabbed 24 times calls for an overhaul of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority after facing a 'horrendously complex' process and years of delays.
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is under fire for long delays and a complex process, with victims waiting years for decisions. MPs and advocates demand a fundamental review.
An eight-day amber cold health alert is in force across northern England, warning of serious health risks for vulnerable people as temperatures plummet. Check on elderly neighbours.
The RAC has issued a vital six-point warning to help drivers avoid breakdowns in the cold. Follow the 'FORCES' checklist to stay safe on icy roads this winter.
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
Aston Villa face defensive woes with Pau Torres a doubt, while Chelsea get a double boost. Get the latest team news and injury updates ahead of the Premier League fixture.
Wolverhampton Wanderers face a mounting injury crisis as key players Toti Gomes, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, and others are sidelined ahead of their crucial Premier League trip to Liverpool. Get the latest updates and expected return dates here.
A 14-year-old fights for life and a 13-year-old is seriously hurt after a tractor overturned on a County Durham farm. Police appeal for witnesses.
A father-of-three dying of silicosis was told his benefits could be stopped if he missed an in-person DWP appointment while on oxygen in hospital. Read the shocking case.
The Met Office forecasts a significant turn to colder, windier conditions from 1st January. Find out what the New Year weather shift means for you.
A major snow event is forecast to hit the UK in early January, with 13 English counties first in line. Maps show significant snowfall and temperatures plunging to -9C. Read the full forecast.
The Met Office warns of frost and rain in Birmingham this weekend, with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Discover the full Christmas and New Year weather outlook for the city.
A man in his 20s is in a critical but stable condition after an attack on Horsefair Street. Police have made three arrests and are appealing for witnesses and further suspects to come forward.
A 21-year-old man has sustained potentially life-changing injuries after a collision with a car on Charter Avenue in Coventry. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
The DWP's Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit pays £225.30 weekly to those under state pension age with one of 70 eligible conditions. Find out if you can claim.
The Met Office warns of disruptive weather with 36 flood warnings across the UK. Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast, potentially causing travel chaos. Stay updated with the latest forecasts.
Driving expert Liam Barnes reveals six costly DVLA rule breaches for winter, from clearing number plates to removing coats. Avoid fines up to £1000 and penalty points.
Over four million UK households will receive automatic £25 Cold Weather Payments from DWP to help with heating bills this winter. Find out if you qualify.
Birmingham faces a four-day cold snap from Dec 16-20, with overnight temperatures plummeting to 0°C. Get the full forecast and prepare for frosty conditions.