Coventry cyclist, 21, hurt in life-changing crash
A 21-year-old man has sustained potentially life-changing injuries after a collision with a car on Charter Avenue in Coventry. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A 21-year-old man has sustained potentially life-changing injuries after a collision with a car on Charter Avenue in Coventry. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Sutton Coldfield's Victorian Christmas Market returns for 2025 with over 60 traders, festive entertainment, and free parking. Discover the magical two-weekend event.
Discover the three main contrasts between Birmingham's huge German Christmas Market and the Cathedral Square craft market. Plan your perfect festive visit with our guide.
Birmingham City Council enforces new 30mph limits on over 25 key routes, including Bristol Road and Hagley Road West, as part of a major road safety drive. Learn the full list and locations of new speed cameras.
A man and his carer were assaulted in Birmingham city centre. The victim, a regular at the German Market, now says he is too afraid to visit this Christmas. Read his story.
From Transylvanian traders to economic impact, we explore the love-hate relationship with Birmingham's sprawling Frankfurt Christmas Market. Discover the facts and share your thoughts.
Coventry Airport will shut permanently in June 2026 after 90 years. The site will be transformed into a major gigafactory, creating 4,000 new jobs. Read the full story.
Birmingham installs its first new average speed cameras on the A45 Coventry Road to enforce a 30mph limit, funded by Clean Air Zone surplus. The council's goal is safety, not fines.
Birmingham City Council installs new average speed cameras on Coventry Road, extending enforcement to improve safety. The move follows a speed limit reduction on 27 roads.
Join Lauren Eddie in remembering her nannie through North Devon Hospice's Light Up a Life appeal. Dedicate a star, attend a free concert on Dec 18, and support vital hospice care.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
UK households moved £4.2 billion into Cash ISAs in October, saving over £330m in income tax ahead of Rachel Reeves' allowance cut. Learn what the changes mean for you.
The Independent ranks Leicester's festive market 12th in the UK. Discover its dates, stalls, and the West Midlands favourites also on the list.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next steps. Find out where to see the festive lorry, get a free drink, and capture perfect holiday photos.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
Birmingham's Brindleyplace hosts a festive market on Dec 18 with local vendors like Early Bird Bakery and the Salvation Army Band. Discover food, gifts, and festive cheer.
Nationwide's latest index shows UK house prices rose by £772 in November to £272,998. Experts discuss market resilience and the outlook for 2026. Read the full analysis.
A woman was pronounced dead on the M6 southbound near Coventry, leading to a major motorway closure for several hours. Emergency services attended the tragic scene.
A journalist's first taste of a Christmas market bratwurst in Birmingham left her disgusted. Discover why this festive favourite failed to impress and whether it's worth trying.
Discover Coventry's authentic side with our guide to 7 hidden gems, from a 14th-century monastery to medieval streets. Explore the city like a local.
Birmingham's two Christmas markets go head-to-head in our festive comparison. Discover which market offers the best food, gifts and atmosphere this winter season.
Discover five magical Christmas markets across the West Midlands this December 2025. From Birmingham's Cathedral Square to a Victorian market in Sutton Coldfield, find unique gifts and festive fun.
Discover Alcester, a charming Warwickshire town offering a traditional Christmas with timber-framed buildings, twinkling lights, and festive events like St. Nicholas Night.
A man in his 40s was stabbed in the neck and arm after a disorder near a Greggs in Coventry city centre. West Midlands Police have arrested a 34-year-old man. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
Discover the top spots to buy a high-quality real Christmas tree across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Open daily from 9am to 8pm. Find your festive centrepiece today!
Discover unique handmade gifts at Ikon Gallery's Winter Craft Market in Brindleyplace on December 4. Support local artists and enjoy a festive shopping experience.
A festive market in Manchester was brought to a standstill after a violent altercation between Dougie Joyce and Simon McGinley. Read the full story and watch the footage.
Discover Birmingham Museum's hidden corridors, wartime mortuary and secret spaces in special 140th anniversary tours. Book now for unique access to areas normally off-limits.
House prices in Greets Green, West Bromwich, show dramatic split with western properties soaring 38% while eastern homes fall 18% in same period. Discover why this small suburb faces such extreme market differences.
Discover why Kinver, a picturesque West Midlands village, is the perfect winter destination with its charming Christmas market, cosy pub, and scenic walks. Plan your visit now!