Leamington Spa tops the West Midlands in Rightmove's 2025 'happy at home' index. Discover why this historic spa town, known as 'Silicon Spa,' offers a perfect blend of charm, green spaces, and modern life.
A man in his 30s was rushed to hospital after a serious assault outside a McDonald's in Nuneaton. Police have arrested a 38-year-old and seek a key witness cyclist. Read the latest.
Walsall in the West Midlands has been ranked the fifth least happy place in the UK in Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index. Discover the full list and local reaction.
A new study crowns Solihull as England's calmest area, with low noise, light pollution & emissions. Discover why it's the ideal family home. Read the full report.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges, accused of stealing cash and jewellery during a drugs operation. Read the full court details.
Rightmove's 2025 Happy at Home Index reveals Sutton Coldfield as the West Midlands' top spot for wellbeing, beating Birmingham. Discover why this royal town excels.
Discover why Leamington Spa has topped Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index for the West Midlands, from its Regency charm to its 'Silicon Spa' tech hub.
A 123-year-old pub clock in a historic Midlands market town is telling time again after a £6,000 restoration. Discover the story behind this community landmark.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges for alleged offences while on duty. Pc Robert Davies will appear in court this week. Read the full details.
A controlled explosion was carried out on a WWII mortar round found near Walton Hall. Warwickshire Police urge the public to call 999 if they find suspicious items.
A mother shares a powerful Christmas warning after her daughter suffered a brain injury in a drink-drive crash. 'One bad choice can change everything,' she says.
West Midlands Police are appealing for help to identify a man after a robbery at a shop in Sandringham Place, Stourbridge, on September 2. Staff tried to stop him.
The M6 motorway is closed southbound in Warwickshire after a pedestrian was seriously hurt. Follow our live blog for diversion routes and updates.
Discover how the Throckmorton family's takeover of Coughton Court introduces Historic Houses membership for free entry from March 2026. Explore Warwickshire's heritage today!
Sky is refunding customers up to £290 after discontinuing its Sky Live service. The interactive TV feature will shut down permanently on December 4, 2025.
A man in his 30s was seriously injured after being bitten by a loose dog while jogging at Earlswood Lakes. Police are appealing for the owner to come forward.
Discover Baddesley Clinton, a stunning Tudor manor house near Birmingham, transformed for Christmas with roaring fires, festive decorations & a magical Snowman trail. Perfect family day out!
Discover the top 8 places to live in the West Midlands in 2026, according to Muddy Stilettos' expert guide. Find your perfect new home today!
Discover Alcester, a charming Warwickshire town offering a traditional Christmas with timber-framed buildings, twinkling lights, and festive events like St. Nicholas Night.
Construction work is now underway on the £50m Freshney Place redevelopment in Grimsby, set to deliver a cinema, leisure facilities and food hall by 2027.
Police are investigating a violent road rage incident near Alcester where a VW Caddy driver allegedly ripped open an Audi's window and punched the motorist. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Discover why Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter has been crowned the best place to live in the West Midlands for 2026, with its Michelin stars and major regeneration.
Discover the six West Midlands schools celebrated in the Muddy Stilettos 2026 guide for their outstanding ethos, facilities, and nurturing environments.
Police are hunting a hit-and-run driver after a crash on the M6 left a girl with serious injuries. Witnesses are urged to come forward with dashcam footage.
Warwickshire Council plans to spend £500,000 of HS2 road safety funding to permanently keep temporary street lighting on Fosse Way. The move aims to enhance long-term road safety.
Warwickshire County Council requests HS2 deadline extension to allocate £2.5 million for A446 Coleshill Junction safety improvements. Read the latest transport news.
Discover Lapworth, a picturesque Warwickshire village boasting two stunning National Trust properties, a historic canal network, and charming country pubs.
The historic suburb of Harborne has been ranked Birmingham's happiest place to live in a 2025 study. Discover the secret behind its vibrant community spirit.
Thomas McGinn, 33, subjected his victim to months of stalking, including 100 daily calls and fake social media profiles. He has now been jailed and given a lifetime restraining order.
Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed cyclist Israr Hussain on the A46 in Warwickshire. Nearly 500 vehicles are being checked. Contact police with information.