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Three arrested after Birmingham teenager robbed at knifepoint

West Midlands Police have arrested three suspects following a terrifying knifepoint robbery targeting a teenage boy in Birmingham's Kings Heath area. The victim was threatened with a blade before having his possessions stolen in broad daylight.

Teens Escape Jail for Vicious Wolverhampton Attack

Shocking footage of a brutal assault on a vulnerable man in Wolverhampton sparks national debate as perpetrators receive community orders, prompting victims' families to demand tougher youth sentencing laws.

Welsh Water Performance Lagging Behind Competitors

Exclusive investigation reveals Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water is lagging significantly behind competitors in key service areas, raising concerns about value for money and environmental performance.

TikTok Murder: Tristyn Bailey Case Goes Viral

The disturbing story of how a Florida teenager's murder went viral on TikTok is now being explored in a new ITV documentary, examining the dark intersection of social media and true crime.

£700k Gold Bars Found in Police Raid

West Midlands Police uncovered a treasure trove of 7kg gold bars, luxury watches, and £100,000 cash in a major organised crime bust across Birmingham and Solihull.

Water bills to rise despite sewage pollution failures

Regulator Ofwat faces mounting criticism as water companies prepare to increase customer bills while continuing to discharge sewage into UK waterways. Discover how this controversial decision impacts households and the environment.

Reeves urged to end 'obscene' SUV tax breaks

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to eliminate tax perks for luxury SUVs, as campaigners demand an end to 'environmentally obscene' subsidies that benefit wealthy drivers.

Council axes mature trees in Green Flag park

Outrage erupts as Midland Council axes dozens of mature trees in Wednesbury's Green Flag-winning park, sparking protests from local residents and conservation groups.

West Midlands Sexual Assault Hotspots Mapped

Disturbing new data exposes the areas with highest reported sexual offences across West Midlands, with Birmingham city centre topping the list. Police release crucial safety advice.

Birmingham family flees home after knife gang attack

A Birmingham family recounts their terrifying ordeal after being forced to abandon their home when a violent gang armed with knives and weapons stormed their property in a shocking daylight attack.

Birmingham's fly-tipping nightmare blocks pathway

Exclusive photos reveal how a notorious Birmingham fly-tipping hotspot has become completely impassable due to massive waste dumping, leaving residents furious and demanding immediate action.

Just Stop Oil Activists Cleared in Birmingham Van Case

In a dramatic courtroom verdict, five Just Stop Oil protesters have been cleared of criminal damage charges after painting an energy company's van orange in a case that's raising questions about climate protest rights.

Birmingham's Most Dangerous Streets Revealed

Exclusive data analysis uncovers Birmingham's crime hotspots as violent offences surge in the city centre, with Corporation Street and surrounding areas recording alarming crime statistics.

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