Dudley's historic post office faces demolition
A former mayor warns Dudley's grade II listed post office, left decaying by an overseas owner, may have to be demolished. Calls grow for urgent action to save the historic building.
A former mayor warns Dudley's grade II listed post office, left decaying by an overseas owner, may have to be demolished. Calls grow for urgent action to save the historic building.
Birmingham City Council faces bullying claims after ranking agency bin drivers in a 'league table'. The council denies the allegations. Find out more about the dispute.
Patients in Dudley face waits up to 252 days for vital mental health assessments as referrals surge. Council invests £215k to tackle backlog. Read the latest developments.
Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.
Dudley Council grants outline permission for 650 homes on the former Ketley Quarry site after resolving road access disputes. Discover the details of this major development.
Complaints against Solihull Council have surged to a three-year peak, driven by issues with waste collections and highway maintenance. Discover the key findings and the council's response.
Birmingham residents face bin collection delays after protesters blocked lorries at the Tyseley depot. Leave your bins out as collections will happen ASAP.
Dudley Council tenants face a 4.8% rent increase, averaging £4.76 more per week. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget could add another £2, pushing bills even higher. Discover the full impact.
Birmingham Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to the A457 Dudley Road, aiming to create a safer, city-wide network and reduce car dependence.
Ofsted inspectors found high caseloads are hindering Dudley Council's children's services. While social workers are dedicated, service delivery remains inconsistent. Read the full report.
Birmingham City Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to A457 Dudley Road. Have your say on the updated designs.
Burglars armed with crowbars targeted a Stourbridge filling station in early hours raid. Police arrested suspect 90 minutes later. Read the latest updates.
Households in England warned over black bin rules. Mistakes with waste disposal could lead to £80 fines. Learn how to avoid penalties this winter.
A homeless man, Sajmir Beca, 30, died after being crushed in a bin lorry in Northampton. The inquest has been opened. Our thoughts are with his family.
Blaenau Gwent council has inspected every household's black bin over eight years, issuing fines for recyclable waste. Recycling rates rise but miss 70% target. Read the full report.
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.
Birmingham bin strikes could extend beyond May elections as agency workers join picket lines. Council defends collection record despite ongoing dispute. Read the latest developments.
Striking Birmingham bin workers hold rally in Alum Rock fly-tipping hotspot with overwhelming community support. Strike costs council £14 million. Read the latest.
New research reveals Dudley has one of Britain's worst driving theory test pass rates at just 38.2%. Discover which areas struggle most and Scotland's surprising success.
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.
Tragic death of Sajmir Beca, 30, after being crushed in a refuse lorry in Northampton. The inquest reveals details as charities call for action on rough sleeping.
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis worsens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1. The year-long dispute has cost £14 million and threatens health hazards across the city.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1, raising fears of extended disruption through Christmas and beyond.
Body-cam footage captures the moment a police dog tracked down a suspect concealed in a wheelie bin after a high-speed chase in Nottingham. Two men were arrested on suspicion of multiple offences.
Body-cam footage reveals moment police dog Seth tracked down suspect hiding in wheelie bin after car chase in Nottingham. Two men arrested on multiple offences.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers join the walkout, threatening Christmas collections. Get the latest on the extended dispute and its impact.
Police release CCTV of three men after a 90-year-old man had £3,000 stolen from his car boot in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
Dramatic footage shows police dog PD Bear tackling a suspect in Dudley. The wanted man attempted to flee but was quickly detained. Read the full story here.
Police release CCTV of three men wanted after £3,000 was stolen from a 90-year-old man's car boot in Dudley. The victim had just withdrawn the cash. Contact police with information.