Major Digbeth Redevelopment Gets Green Light
Birmingham council approves transformative Phoenix Yard scheme creating a 'key gateway' with homes, student accommodation, and commercial space in Digbeth's creative quarter.
Birmingham council approves transformative Phoenix Yard scheme creating a 'key gateway' with homes, student accommodation, and commercial space in Digbeth's creative quarter.
West Midlands Police unveils its new Dudley station in a converted call centre, featuring a victim care suite and improved public facilities. Discover how this vital hub will serve the community.
Over 100 new billboards across Birmingham celebrate the city's unique character, featuring stars like Steven Knight. Discover the campaign championing Brum's people and creative future.
West Midlands Police uncovered a shotgun, imitation firearms, Class A drugs and illegal alcohol during coordinated raids in Digbeth. Four arrests made in city-wide crackdown.
Birmingham City chairman Tom Wagner calls Jude Bellingham 'the best player in the world' and hints at a future return after the unveiling of the club's planned 62,000-seater Digbeth Loc stadium.
Gibb Street and Floodgate Street in Digbeth rank among the UK's top high streets for Gen Z independent shopping, according to new research. Discover the full list.
Dramatic CCTV shows the moment a police chase ended in a double collision on Hamstead Road, Great Barr. No injuries were reported in the incident. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council approves the major Phoenix Yard development in Digbeth, creating a key gateway with 205 homes, student accommodation, and commercial space.
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of three suspects after stolen bank cards were used at a Dudley petrol station. The cards were taken from a car on Grosvenor Road. Contact police with info.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight reveals his ambitious plan to establish Birmingham as Britain's central hub for film and television production, building on the city's manufacturing heritage.
British Transport Police release images of four men after multiple fights broke out on a London to Birmingham train, resulting in a guard being assaulted at Birmingham International station.
Omar Abdirizak, known as Twista Cheese, sentenced to six years and nine months for robbery and arson after using a makeshift flamethrower at a Birmingham petrol station.
Explore Birmingham's vibrant street art scene and hidden cultural treasures. From Digbeth's creative hubs to free art trails, discover where to find creativity in Brum.
Major plans to transform a Birmingham city block into a new 'gateway' for Digbeth are recommended for approval. The scheme includes homes, student accommodation, and commercial space.
British Transport Police are urgently seeking a woman sexually assaulted at Birmingham New Street Station's Eastern Plaza on October 18. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Parenting coach and ex-teacher Abi Clarke refuses to make her children do homework, labelling it 'detrimental'. Discover why she's calling for its abolition.
Controversial plans could see new £80m Darlaston and Willenhall stations bypass Walsall town centre. Local leaders are fighting for a common-sense solution. Read the latest.
Controversial plans for two new West Midlands railway stations to bypass Walsall town centre have been labelled 'bonkers'. Read the latest on the £80m project and the ongoing campaign.
A £25 million plan to transform Witton and Aston railway stations for Aston Villa fans and Euro 28 has been officially endorsed. Discover the upgrade details and timeline.
Rail passengers face major disruption with delays up to 25 minutes due to a signalling fault between Walsall and Rugeley Trent Valley. Check before you travel and allow extra time.
Experts warn drivers are wasting money by refuelling at motorway services. Discover how to avoid expensive petrol prices and save on fuel costs.
Birmingham's iconic New Street Station media screens will be reactivated in 2026 after years of darkness. The Bullring owner confirms plans to restore the landmark displays.
Birmingham's iconic New Street station LED screens, dark for years, will finally be reactivated in 2026. Discover the full story behind the revival of these city landmarks.
Birmingham Airport's free monorail will operate a reduced one-shuttle service until February 2026 for essential maintenance. Passengers advised to allow extra time.
Discover Gothmas in Birmingham this December 7th. This unique alternative market offers taxidermy, tattoos, and gothic gifts, a world away from traditional festive fairs.
The Jackery Explorer 500 V2 power station offers major upgrades including faster charging and safer batteries. Get this Black Friday deal for outdoor adventures.
New Era Travel ceases trading and enters liquidation. All coach day trips are cancelled, but ABTA-protected holidays will proceed. Find out what customers need to know.
Greggs launches 'Bitesize' trial with compact shops in high-footfall locations. Discover the full list of new sites and what it means for growth. Read more.
Birmingham artist MeMe Detroit delivered a spectacular EP fundraising show at Deadwax in Digbeth, featuring special guests and a vibrant mix of acoustic and full-band performances. Discover the highlights of this unforgettable evening.
Discover how Robert Fletcher and the Friends of Ingatestone Station have spent a decade preserving local history and beautifying this Essex station. Listen to the full interview on Phoenix FM!