Lawley Middleway blocked in both directions
A4540 Lawley Middleway in Birmingham is closed between Garrison Circus and Curzon Circus due to a police incident, causing major traffic delays. Avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
A4540 Lawley Middleway in Birmingham is closed between Garrison Circus and Curzon Circus due to a police incident, causing major traffic delays. Avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
An inquest hears how Ayuub Abdi, 34, fell to his death in Handsworth after attacking housemates. Read the full details from the Birmingham Coroner's Court proceedings.
The heartbroken family of Ayuub Abdi pay tribute after his fatal fall during a police interaction. Read the full story of this Birmingham tragedy.
Armed police raced to a Birmingham retail park after a violent disorder left one man injured and multiple cars damaged. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning. Contact police with information.
Government climate adviser proposes pay-per-litre charge for garden watering to combat drought. Learn how this could affect households and water conservation efforts.
Police, paramedics and firefighters descended on Hereford's River Wye after reports of a person entering the water. A man was located and taken to hospital. Officers remain at the scene.
A man has been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car on Warwick Road, South Yardley. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A man in his 30s was hospitalised after being struck by a police vehicle responding on blue lights in Selly Oak. West Midlands Police has referred the incident to its professional standards department.
A bus collision in Stockholm's Ostermalm district has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. Police have arrested the driver. Read the latest updates.
Three UK regions face ongoing hosepipe bans with £1,000 fines. Despite Storm Claudia, drought conditions persist after England's driest spring in 132 years. Experts warn of severe 2026 shortages.
A nine-year-old boy suffered facial injuries after being bitten by a black and white Border Collie at a Costa Coffee in Kidderminster. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.
Rossendale Ramblers have been treated to exceptional autumn colours on recent walks around Ogden Water and Clowbridge. Join their upcoming pub walk on November 15th or explore Yorkshire Peaks routes.
The Environment Agency warns the Midlands could face widespread drought in 2026 without sustained winter rainfall. Learn how to conserve water and protect supplies.
Police release CCTV image after a bus driver was threatened, abused and spat at in Great Bridge. Incident occurred on September 13. Contact Sandwell Police with information.
A 30-year-old man is in custody after a primary school in Shirley was placed on lockdown and a staff member was assaulted at a Solihull bar. Get the latest updates.
Cynthia Erivo bravely intervened when a fan charged at Ariana Grande on the Singapore 'Wicked: For Good' yellow carpet. Watch the viral footage and see how the cast reacted.
Morrisons partners with SpotlessWater to install 24/7 ultra-pure water stations across UK stores. Find locations, costs, and how this new service benefits tradespeople and shoppers.
A man in his 40s was hospitalised after being struck by a car on Pershore Road, Selly Oak, at 1.40am. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
Water Orton Primary School, relocated for HS2, plans to reduce admissions as families leave the area. Public consultation begins on cutting yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils.
Emergency services rushed to the A4117 in Cleobury Mortimer after a bus and car collision. Three people were taken to hospital. Read the latest updates.
A man has died after being found with critical injuries on the A46 dual carriageway near Kenilworth. The southbound road was closed for hours as emergency services responded.
A man was seen darting into oncoming traffic on the M1 near Rugby during a police pursuit. Watch the footage and get the full story on this shocking incident.
Morrisons partners with SpotlessWater to install 24/7 self-service pure water stations. The initiative supports local professionals and enhances sustainability. Find your nearest location.
Ofwat proposes Wessex Water pays £11m for wastewater network failures. The cost cannot be passed to customers despite recent bill increases. Discover the full story.
A Birmingham man faces crown court after allegedly destroying a high-performance BMW M4 and causing extensive damage during a dramatic city centre incident that left emergency services scrambling.
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Birmingham's Aston area as a significant police presence, including armed units, responded to a serious ongoing incident on Wednesday afternoon.
The NHS has declared a critical incident across Birmingham and Solihull as unprecedented demand pushes two major hospitals to breaking point, with patients facing 'extremely long waits' and ambulances queuing outside.
West Midlands Police have detained a man in his 30s after multiple reports of indecent exposure near Erdington High Street, bringing relief to local residents.
West Midlands Police release CCTV image of man wanted for questioning after threatening behaviour towards bus driver in Birmingham city centre
Shocking scenes unfolded in Birmingham city centre as violent yobs launched fireworks at police officers during a night of chaos that left emergency services under attack.