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Car stolen with baby inside - police appeal

West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.

Police video shows fatal Sparkhill crash moments

Distressing footage released by West Midlands Police shows the dangerous driving that led to a catastrophic collision in Birmingham, claiming the life of 28-year-old Haroon Ahmed and leaving his family devastated.

Solihull cycle route plan to transform travel

Solihull Council unveils ambitious plans for a new strategic cycle route connecting key locations across the borough, aiming to reduce congestion and promote active travel.

Grandfather killed in police chase crash

A devastated family speaks out after 61-year-old Mohammed Yasar Hussain was tragically killed when a stolen car being chased by police crashed into his vehicle in Birmingham.

80mph police chase through Birmingham ends in crash

A dangerous driver led police on a high-speed chase through Birmingham residential areas, reaching 80mph before crashing into a lamppost. Read the full story of the dramatic pursuit and sentencing.

Birmingham 30mph petition forces council debate

A heated debate over Birmingham's 30mph speed limits intensifies as a public petition gains enough signatures to trigger an official council discussion about city-wide traffic calming measures.

Five road deaths in one week spark safety crisis

A devastating week on West Midlands roads has claimed five lives, including a teenage boy and elderly pedestrian, raising serious concerns about road safety measures and infrastructure.

Hidden Highway Code rule risks £1,000 fine

Millions of UK drivers are unaware of this crucial Highway Code rule that could result in hefty fines and penalty points. Discover the regulation that's catching motorists out.

Birmingham's bridge bashing crisis costs £100k

Exclusive investigation reveals Birmingham's low bridges have been struck over 1,000 times in three years, costing taxpayers nearly £100,000 in repairs and causing major traffic disruption across the city.

Danger Cladding: 85 West Midlands Buildings At Risk

Exclusive investigation uncovers 85 buildings across Birmingham and West Midlands still wrapped in dangerous cladding years after Grenfell tragedy. Residents living in fear as safety crisis continues.

How your car's safety feature makes you invisible

Millions of UK drivers are unknowingly putting themselves at risk due to a common car safety feature. Experts reveal how automatic headlights are creating dangerous 'invisible' vehicles on our roads, especially during daytime driving conditions.

UK Drivers Warned Over Dangerous Road Surfaces

New research reveals shocking road surface dangers putting British drivers at risk. Discover which common road defects are causing accidents and how to protect yourself.

Schoolboy, 10, survives metal railing impalement

A ten-year-old Birmingham schoolboy cheats death after being impaled through the leg by a metal railing spike in a shocking playground accident that required emergency services to free him.

Winter footwear warning for women drivers

Motoring specialists reveal why wearing certain types of footwear while driving could lead to accidents and invalidate insurance claims. Essential safety advice for women drivers.

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