Trial set for five men over 32 vehicle thefts
Five men plead not guilty to conspiracy in a spate of 32 vehicle thefts across six police force areas. Trial set for April 2026. Police warn against leaving cars unattended.
Five men plead not guilty to conspiracy in a spate of 32 vehicle thefts across six police force areas. Trial set for April 2026. Police warn against leaving cars unattended.
Keyless car thefts have reached a 15-year high, with over £35m of vehicles stolen. Experts urge the Labour government to introduce urgent new laws to tackle relay attacks. Read the full story.
Consumer group Which? reveals how washing clothes at 20°C instead of 40°C can cut energy use by 62%, saving UK households up to £40 annually. Learn the simple switch to reduce costs.
The iGulu F1 promises to make craft beer at home as easy as using a pod coffee machine. Our review explores if it delivers pub-quality pints and the current challenge of finding one.
After weeks of testing, we reveal if the Philips 5500 Series bean-to-cup coffee machine, with its 20 styles and touchscreen, justifies its £650 price tag. Discover the verdict and a limited-time deal.
Dunelm's Sabrina Floral washable rug, priced from £29, is praised by shoppers for being cosy, hardwearing and machine washable. Discover this family and pet-friendly home essential.
West Midlands Police appeal for witnesses after an 80-year-old man was targeted in a distraction theft on West Bromwich High Street. The suspect sprayed food on the victim's jacket before stealing an envelope containing cash.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 17-year-old was stabbed with a machete at Merry Hill shopping centre on Black Friday. A 16-year-old suspect has been bailed.
Reform UK councillor accuses Tories of 'misogynistic bullying' over MP attack. Row erupts over future of Sedgley's Ladies Walk centre. Read the full story.
A row erupts in Dudley as a £8,000 consultation for a new Cradley parish council is overwhelmingly rejected by residents. Calls for apologies over 'waste' of taxpayer cash. Full story.
Personal finance experts reveal five easy ways for UK households to claim up to £515 in extra cash before December 25, including bank bonuses and DWP payments.
Labour demands apology after £8,000 survey on Cradley parish council, funded as part of a Tory-Lib Dem budget deal, is overwhelmingly rejected by residents. Read the full story.
Dudley Council plans a tough new anti-social behaviour policy using drones, covert surveillance and mobile units to target illegal off-road bikes and nuisance neighbours. Read the full details.
Dudley Council faces a 300% surge in adult safeguarding reports over ten years, with self-neglect the top concern, while care provider market struggles. Read the full report.
A man was hit with a £100 fine over a faulty ticket machine while buying slippers for his terminally ill father. He's now taking the car park firm to court.
Dudley Council faces a £56m SEND funding black hole despite a national budget change. Discover the local crisis and what the future holds for special needs provision.
Police in Tipton have seized 200 cannabis plants and arrested a 37-year-old man after raiding an industrial unit. The drugs bust followed a tip-off. Report concerns via 101.
Dudley Council awaits answers on a £56m SEND funding deficit despite a new national policy. The financial 'bomb' could still push the authority towards effective bankruptcy. Read the latest.
The new Midlands Metro line into Dudley passes through some of the borough's most deprived wards, revealing stark inequalities in unemployment and housing. Discover the data behind the divide.
A 16-year-old boy is in custody after a 17-year-old was injured with a machete at Merry Hill shopping centre. Police have increased patrols and are appealing for witnesses.
West Midlands Police arrest a 16-year-old boy after a teenager was chased and attacked with a machete at Merry Hill shopping centre. Witnesses urged to come forward.
A motorist captured a 'huge black rectangular' craft over Dudley. No aircraft appeared on flight radar, reviving memories of the legendary 'Dudley Dorito'. See the photos.
Police release images of men wanted in connection with the murder of Navpreet Singh, 26, in Wolverhampton. A 20-year-old has been charged. Call 101 with information.
A 17-year-old was chased and stabbed with a machete at Merry Hill shopping centre on Black Friday. Centre pledges increased security. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Police appeal for witnesses after a 17-year-old was stabbed with a machete at the Merry Hill shopping centre, causing chaos on Black Friday. Contact police with information.
A 40-year-old woman was arrested for stealing £1,500 of goods from Selfridges as police step up patrols for one of Birmingham's busiest Christmas shopping weekends. Join our WhatsApp for breaking news.
Labour MP Sonia Kumar hits back at Dudley Conservatives after being accused of misleading Parliament over Ladies Walk Health Centre closure claims. Get the full story.
Motorists in West Bromwich face new 20mph restrictions on Dudley Street as part of ongoing road safety measures near schools. Learn how this affects your journey.
A teenage boy was attacked and stabbed at the Merry Hill shopping centre in Brierley Hill on one of the busiest shopping days of the year. He has been taken to hospital for treatment.
Marks & Spencer has officially opened its fully transformed 100,000sq ft flagship store at Merry Hill, featuring a larger food hall and new fashion sections. Explore the new shopping experience today!