Call to revive axed West Midlands short hop bus fare
A councillor calls for cheaper short journey bus fares in the West Midlands as passengers pay £3 for any trip. A new fares strategy is expected by 2027.
A councillor calls for cheaper short journey bus fares in the West Midlands as passengers pay £3 for any trip. A new fares strategy is expected by 2027.
Councillor calls for reinstatement of 'short hop' bus fares in West Midlands to tackle cost of living crisis and boost passenger numbers. A new fares strategy is due in 2027.
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported fewest incidents in past year.
Explore the latest data revealing Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with the lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported the fewest incidents.
A £50 million grant extension will protect West Midlands bus services from cuts until 2027, preventing serious social and economic suffering for residents.
Residents in Moseley, Kings Heath, and other Birmingham wards can claim a week's free bus travel. Apply online by December 1. Leave the car at home this winter!
The heartbroken family of Dean Jones, a 42-year-old father from Birmingham, pay emotional tribute after his life was tragically cut short in a suspected hit-and-run incident in Northfield.
Birmingham's iconic Bull Ring Markets could be demolished as part of the massive £2 billion Paradise Circus regeneration scheme, raising concerns about the future of the city's historic trading heart.
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for a driver who fled the scene after hitting a pedestrian on Rose Hill in Willenhall, leaving the victim with serious injuries.
Plans to demolish Birmingham's iconic Bull Ring Indoor Market threaten to erase nine centuries of trading history, sparking outrage among traders and heritage campaigners.
A pedestrian remains in critical condition after a shocking hit-and-run incident in Birmingham's Erdington area. Police launch urgent manhunt for driver who fled the scene.
A massive police manhunt is underway in Birmingham after a driver killed a pedestrian and fled the scene. West Midlands Police are appealing for witnesses to the tragic incident on Walmley Road.
Cybersecurity experts reveal critical safety concerns affecting Uber users across the UK. Discover the essential precautions you need to take immediately.
After generations of serving fresh produce to Birmingham residents, the iconic fruit and vegetable stall at Bull Ring Open Market has permanently shut its doors, marking the end of an era for the city's market culture.
Historic Bull Ring Market in Birmingham could be demolished to make way for modern housing, sparking debate about preserving heritage versus addressing housing needs.
The Red Lion and Sun in Sutton Coldfield announces triumphant reopening after devastating fire, promising enhanced dining experience while preserving cherished community spirit.
From traditional carveries to gastropub gems, we reveal the West Midlands establishments serving the most spectacular Sunday roasts that locals can't stop raving about.
A pedestrian has been left with life-threatening injuries following a suspected hit-and-run incident in Birmingham city centre. Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after the vehicle failed to stop at the scene.
Major transport boost for West Midlands as five new bus services launch, connecting communities and improving travel options across the region with enhanced frequency and extended operating hours.
A shocking hit-and-run on the M6 near Birmingham leaves passenger critically injured as driver abandons vehicle and escapes on foot. Police launch urgent manhunt.
Two men have been sentenced after police uncovered a massive cannabis cultivation operation in Birmingham worth over £1.2 million, marking one of the region's largest drug busts this year.
Dramatic footage reveals the terrifying moment a Birmingham shopper was sent flying backwards after slipping on a wet supermarket floor, sparking urgent safety concerns.
West Midlands Police release disturbing CCTV showing young children handling and igniting fireworks in residential areas, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire services.
Discover the professional furniture restorer's secret to removing white heat rings from wooden surfaces using common household items. This proven method could save your precious tables and restore their natural beauty.
Rediscover Birmingham's swinging sixties through stunning archival images showing Bull Ring's early days, bustling markets and a city on the cusp of change.
Popular Birmingham bar The Stable in Grand Central targeted by brazen thieves who smashed through glass frontage in early morning raid, leaving staff devastated and community in shock.
Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of 36-year-old Michael O'Connor, who vanished from his Birmingham home over a week ago. Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information.
Explore why the historic market town of Ludlow has been named one of Britain's finest places to visit, from its medieval architecture to award-winning food scene and vibrant community spirit.
West Midlands Labour leaders launch scathing attack on Mayor Andy Street's bus service reforms, warning of 'managed decline' and devastating impacts on vulnerable communities across the region.
Birmingham City Council's ambitious regeneration strategy could see the iconic Bull Ring Market demolished and relocated, sparking debate about preserving heritage versus urban development.