A property in Malvern has been shut down for three months following years of anti-social behaviour and suspected drug dealing, granting respite to intimidated residents. Read the full story.
An 18-year-old girl told a court her boyfriend threatened to kill her before she fell from a fourth-floor window in Solihull. The trial for attempted murder continues.
A Solihull man attempted to murder his girlfriend by throwing her from a fourth-floor flat window, a court heard. The 18-year-old survived the 37-foot fall with life-threatening injuries.
Police data analysis uncovers Birmingham's worst antisocial behaviour hotspots for 2025, with Small Heath and Aston topping the list. See the full report and impact on residents.
Luke Davis, 31, from Kidderminster, has been sentenced to four years and six months for inflicting grievous bodily harm after failing to disclose his HIV status. Read the full story.
A 19-year-old from Leicester threatened to kill his ex-partner and her grandmother, sent machete photos, and assaulted police. Read the full court details and sentencing.
Police data exposes Birmingham's antisocial behaviour hotspots for 2025, with Small Heath and Highgate recording over 400 incidents. Discover the full list of affected areas.
Fylde Council launches a free 12-month ShopSafe radio trial in St Annes, linking businesses with police to tackle crime. Discover how this partnership aims to create a safer town centre.
Two men were arrested in Small Heath, Birmingham, after police found a knife, knuckle duster, drugs and cash. The discovery followed a public tip-off about suspicious behaviour on Grove Cottage Road.
West Midlands Police deploy extra officers and a Section 35 dispersal order after gangs of youths set fires and cause trouble in Bentley. Find out what it means for residents.
West Midlands Police have implemented a Section 35 dispersal order in Bentley after youths set wheelie bins on fire, causing chaos. Extra officers are on patrol. Report incidents to 101.
Two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after vandalising a Staffordshire pub toilet, causing a significant flood. Police continue their investigation.
Shaun Skyvington, 58, convicted of harassment and assault. He brandished a 'ball in sock' in Wetherspoons and threatened with a screwdriver. Read the full court outcome.
Volunteers in Moseley, Birmingham, collected a shocking 1,118 discarded nitrous oxide canisters in 2025, more than double the previous year. Read about the community's fight against anti-social behaviour.
The number of discarded nitrous oxide canisters in Moseley, Birmingham, more than doubled in 2025, raising serious concerns about public health and anti-social behaviour. Read what local leaders are doing.
A new Waitrose report reveals a fundamental shift in UK eating habits, with 57% of customers choosing snacks over traditional meals. Discover the drivers behind this change, from GLP-1 drugs to demand for 'natural indulgence'.
Police in the Midlands begin a major crackdown on nitrous oxide, with new powers to seize canisters and arrest offenders. Learn about the health risks and legal consequences.
New research reveals tawny owl calls cause robins to reduce night-time feeding during migration, impacting their survival. Discover the implications for conservation.
The Greenwood pub in Chelmsley Wood issued a polite social media notice about customer behaviour, stressing that good manners, not shouting, ensures quicker service. Read the full story.
John Chattin, a persistent offender with a history of robbery and assault, is back in prison after stealing candles and repeatedly breaching a court order banning him from Nottingham city centre.
A vet reveals why your dog might be staring into space or barking at nothing. It's not ghosts, but their super-sharp senses detecting things you can't. Learn how to respond.
Veterinary expert Dave Martin urges UK families to teach kids about dog behaviour and provide pets a safe space during busy festive gatherings to prevent aggression.
Timonthy Lydon, 29, has been jailed for eight months and given an 18-month community behaviour order banning him from specific shops and Bilston High Street after 13 thefts. Police warn of impact on businesses.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged following reports of firework-related anti-social behaviour in Birmingham city centre. Police have increased patrols for public safety.
Kent Police is trialling voluntary GPS ankle tags, dubbed 'chav nav', to help young offenders break the cycle of crime. The scheme aims to reduce shoplifting and antisocial behaviour.
West Midlands Police increase patrols in Birmingham city centre after reports of anti-social behaviour and a firework incident. A dispersal order is now in place.
Simon Matthews, 54, has been given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from multiple Droitwich stores for two years after five shoplifting convictions. Report any breaches to police.
Over 150 officers deployed in Birmingham city centre for Operation Advance, making 22 arrests and issuing 68 fines. Police reassure public ahead of festive period.
A West Midlands Police officer has pleaded not guilty to two counts of rape and one of coercive control. The trial is set for April 2027. Read the latest court details.
West Midlands Police detained over 450 suspects in a targeted domestic abuse operation. The force vows to protect victims as reports traditionally rise during the festive period. Find help and support.