A major police operation across the West Midlands has led to 80 arrests and the recovery of 23 blades. Officers conducted hundreds of stop searches and weapon sweeps to tackle serious youth violence.
A little-known timing strategy for claiming Universal Credit can align payments with your payday, simplifying budgeting. Learn the trick and expert advice on managing the five-week wait.
Strictly Come Dancing's quarter finals air later tonight at 6.50pm on BBC One for Musicals Week. Get the schedule, results show time, and latest leaderboard.
Birmingham enforces new 30mph limits on 27 major routes, cutting speeds from 40mph. Council declares 'road safety emergency' with new cameras installed. Find out which roads are affected.
Birmingham installs its first new average speed cameras on the A45 Coventry Road to enforce a 30mph limit, funded by Clean Air Zone surplus. The council's goal is safety, not fines.
Birmingham City Council installs new average speed cameras on Coventry Road, extending enforcement to improve safety. The move follows a speed limit reduction on 27 roads.
McFly's Tom Fletcher will perform with Paddington Bear on Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. Discover the full line-up of special guests and the quarter-final dance relay details.
A Mercedes driver deliberately ploughed into students outside a Birmingham nightclub, a court hears. One victim suffered catastrophic injuries. Read the full trial details.
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
West Midlands Police are investigating a fatal collision on City Road, Bearwood. A man in his 60s died in hospital. Officers urge witnesses or dashcam holders to come forward.
Sue Ryder invites Leeds to a 'Celebrate a Life' event on Dec 7. Find a supportive space for grief during Grief Awareness Week. Dedicate, reflect, and connect.
The NHS marks Grief Awareness Week, urging the public to be kind and seek support. Discover the symptoms of grief and where to find help during this difficult season.
Road deaths in Solihull show a downward trend, but new data reveals the borough is unlikely to meet its 2030 road safety target. Discover the latest figures and accident hotspots.
West Midlands Police appeal for witnesses after a fatal collision on City Road, Bearwood. A man in his 60s died in hospital. Call 101 with information.
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is being paid automatically to eligible claimants, including those on PIP, DLA and ESA. Find out if you qualify and what to do if you don't receive it.
Campaigners call for four-day school week trials in England and Wales to address teacher workload and retention crisis. Could a shorter week boost wellbeing and results?
Strictly Come Dancing confirms a brand new high-stakes challenge for the Musicals Week quarter-final after the Instant Dance's success. Find out what's next for the five remaining couples!
A revolutionary road project on the A47 in East Anglia, using 90% recycled materials and hydrogen-powered machinery, is slashing carbon emissions. Discover how this paves the way for greener UK infrastructure.
A 44-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of drink driving after her car flipped onto its roof on Farren Road, Northfield. The road was closed for hours.
Birmingham City Council confirms major road safety overhaul for 2026, including 30mph limits on 27 roads and new speed cameras. Drivers urged to prepare for changes.
Millions of benefit claimants in the UK will receive a £10 Christmas bonus from the DWP. Find out if you are eligible and when to expect the payment.
HMRC urges Britons to check their State Pension forecast using its improved app during Talk Money Week. Discover your pension age and how to increase your entitlement.
St Clare Hospice's Amanda Orange provides expert guidance on supporting bereaved children in CBeebies Parenting podcast during Children's Grief Awareness Week.
The DWP urges state pensioners to claim Pension Credit, worth £83 weekly. A postcode lottery exists, with uptake as low as 50% in some regions. Check your eligibility now.
Springfield Road in Kings Heath remains closed after a sinkhole emerged during resurfacing work, causing major traffic disruption. Read the latest updates and resident reactions.
A car flipped onto its roof in a dramatic two-vehicle collision on Laurel Road, Dudley. Remarkably, no serious injuries were reported. Read the full details of this shocking incident.
Over 50% of UK motorists report issues with blinding headlights, prompting safety calls. Experts urge drivers to get eye tests and demand government action on vehicle regulations.
RAF Valley servicemen complete 80-mile fundraising trek through storms to Broughton House Veteran Care Village, raising £1,500+ for veterans during Remembrance Week.
Discover Leicester's two new tree trails in Aylestone Hall Gardens and Knighton Park. Download free guides to explore native and exotic species during National Tree Week.
An 80-year-old cyclist was injured in a collision with a car at the junction of Yardley Wood Road and Chinn Brook Road in Moseley. He was treated by an off-duty nurse before hospital transfer.