Kings Norton Farmers Market, a top-three UK market, cancelled its January 10 event due to dangerous ice warnings. It's only the second cancellation in two decades. The next market is Valentine's Day.
A 50-year-old man faces multiple charges after a fatal hit-and-run collision on Highters Heath Lane in Birmingham. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Two Birmingham drug dealers kicked a customer to death in a row over 'competition', a court heard. Craig Dean, 53, died from his injuries in July 2025. Read the full trial details.
Driver training has commenced at Birmingham's three new Camp Hill line stations, marking a major step towards restoring passenger services for the first time since WWII. Read the latest updates.
The trial begins for two men accused of murdering Craig 'Yankee' Dean in Kings Heath. Follow the latest court updates from Birmingham Crown Court.
Police release CCTV images after a large amount of cash was stolen from a shopper's handbag in West Bromwich town centre. Can you help identify these two?
UK house prices fell 0.4% month-on-month in December 2025, with annual growth slowing to 0.6%. Discover how the West Midlands and other regions performed and the 2026 outlook.
The Yew Tree in Norton Canes has issued a blunt reminder of its pub rules, warning customers about bans for rudeness, drugs, and bringing in own drinks. Read the full list of expected behaviour.
UK housing market forecast: First-time buyers lead 2026 sales surge as rates fall. Prices set to rise 2-4%, while rental growth slows. Get the full analysis.
UK house price growth slowed to 0.6% annually in December 2025, but Nationwide forecasts a rebound to 2-4% in 2026. Northern Ireland led with 9.7% growth. Get the full market analysis.
Colette and Jade Glenn lost a combined 10 stone after joining a Slimming World group in Kings Heath. Discover how a simple poster changed their lives and led to a Woman of the Year win.
Graham Norton kicked off his BBC New Year's Eve special with a sharp review of 2025, taking a hilarious swipe at Donald and Melania Trump's UK visit. Watch the highlights.
Ring in 2026 with Graham Norton's star-studded BBC special featuring Tom Hiddleston, Laura Dern, Carey Mulligan and more. Tune in at 10:30pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
Detective Constable Mark Plant and Police Staff Officer Justin Thomas from West Midlands Police have been recognised in the New Year Honours list for their decades of service and community work.
Rawtenstall and Bacup markets are set for major revamps in 2026, part of a wider town centre transformation across Rossendale. Discover the plans and timelines for your area.
Claudia Winkleman's new Friday night chat show, 'The Claudia Winkleman Show', has been commissioned by the BBC and will air in spring 2026. The seven-part series promises a 'sofa full of stars'.
Lloyds Bank reveals the UK's top property hotspots and coldspots for 2025. Discover where prices rose fastest, like Plymouth, and fell most, including Solihull. Get expert insights for your next move.
A car overturned on Kings Heath High Street in Birmingham on Monday morning. Two people were assessed for minor injuries and discharged at the scene. Read the latest traffic and emergency service updates.
A car overturned on Kings Heath High Street, Birmingham. Two people were assessed for minor injuries. Bus routes were temporarily disrupted. Read the latest traffic updates.
Angel Madu, 39, an NHS nurse, faces her last Christmas after a lump she thought was from breastfeeding became terminal stage four cancer. Her family races to fund £75k treatment in Mexico.
Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market ends today, but the big wheel and ice rink remain until January 4. Find out how to enjoy festive fun in the city centre.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major inheritance tax rule change for farmers and business owners. From April, couples can transfer unused relief, shielding up to £2m from tax. Discover the impact and reaction.
The UK government has revised its inheritance tax plans for farmers after protests. The new rules allow couples to pass on up to £5m. Find out what changed.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major U-turn, raising the agricultural property relief threshold to £2.5m from April 2026. This change will protect family farms from hefty inheritance tax bills. Read the full details.
Leading UK supermarkets face criticism for selling imported EU turkeys with unclear labelling just days before Christmas. Shoppers urged to check packaging carefully.
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
Ormskirk's ancient market celebrates 740 years in 2026, while its iconic Clock Tower turns 150. Discover the rich history and upcoming events marking these major milestones for the Lancashire town.
Bilston market traders will pay no rent for two months as a multi-million-pound regeneration scheme faces major delays and cost increases. Read the full story.
Drivers visiting Birmingham's German Christmas Market face a 12% parking hike at Town Hall Car Park. The AA warns festive visitors to check tariffs and consider public transport.
Lidl slashes festive veg to just 5p, sparking a supermarket price war. Shoppers question the real cost to farmers as the seasonal discount battle heats up ahead of Christmas Eve.