Darlaston shooting: Dad shot on doorstep after school run
A father was shot four times on his doorstep in Darlaston. Five men have admitted conspiracy charges. Read the full story of the horrific attack.
A father was shot four times on his doorstep in Darlaston. Five men have admitted conspiracy charges. Read the full story of the horrific attack.
Discover how a new 30-minute tai chi walking routine from the Simple app offers a low-intensity path to fitness and fat loss, backed by science and user success stories.
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
Step back in time with 21 captivating archive photos showcasing daily life in Birmingham's neighbourhoods, from the 1930s onwards. Discover the city's rich social history.
A Birmingham gang has been found guilty of running a £500,000 illegal tobacco factory. Police seized weapons, cash, and over 400kg of tobacco. Read the full investigation details.
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous postcodes for violent and sexual offences. See the full list and police response to the city's crime wave.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a robbery at a shop on Hales Lane, Smethwick. Two men, one armed with a knife, stole items before fleeing. Call 101 with info.
New analysis reveals a stark gap in state support, with retirees on under £15,003 income receiving £7,754 less annually than wealthier OAPs. Discover the figures and why checking eligibility is crucial.
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous areas after a wave of stabbings, including the killings of Katie Fox and Yassin Alma. See the full list of high-crime postcodes.
A revolutionary road project on the A47 in East Anglia, using 90% recycled materials and hydrogen-powered machinery, is slashing carbon emissions. Discover how this paves the way for greener UK infrastructure.
Steven 'Big Wolf' Woolridge, who orchestrated a £12m cocaine empire, has been ordered to repay less than £9,000. Discover the full story of the West Midlands drug network.
Two Birmingham residents were intercepted at Manchester Airport smuggling over 60kg of cannabis concealed in their luggage. Discover the details of this major drug bust.
A father and son avoid jail after a £20.3m heroin haul was found hidden in fruit juice from Afghanistan. The NCA is now hunting two other suspects.
A 40-year-old woman was arrested for stealing £1,500 of goods from Selfridges as police step up patrols for one of Birmingham's busiest Christmas shopping weekends. Join our WhatsApp for breaking news.
Conservatives demand Birmingham Council declare a public safety emergency after violent attacks, but Labour accuses them of 'playing politics'. Read the full story.
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Millions of low-income households receive £150 Warm Home Discount on energy bills. Universal Credit claimants now eligible for the first time. Support applied automatically until March 2026.
Discover the top 8 places to live in the West Midlands in 2026, according to Muddy Stilettos' expert guide. Find your perfect new home today!
Millions of low-to-medium earners face losing up to £200 as HMRC chases tax due to frozen thresholds. Discover how this impacts your finances and what experts say.
The Met Office has issued a weather warning with three potential scenarios for Saturday. Two of them could bring disruptive snow to parts of the UK. Stay updated.
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for potential 'extensive' snow across parts of the UK this weekend. Discover the three forecast scenarios and their impacts.
A criminal gang has been sentenced for stealing over 330,000 rounds of ammunition from a lorry in Sutton Coldfield, an act police described as an 'unimaginable threat to public safety'. Read the full story.
The PCS union announces a statutory ballot for DWP members in the new year, escalating a dispute over an 'unacceptable' pay deal and chronic low pay. Read more.
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West Midlands Police launch Operation Skybridge in Erdington, targeting vehicle crime, drugs and burglary. Officers have already made multiple arrests and seized weapons.
A Nottingham teenager who was stabbed with his own machete during a gang confrontation has been told by a judge that the public will say he 'got what he deserved'. Discover the full story.
Claimants of five key DWP benefits may be eligible for a council tax reduction. Check with your local council now to see if you can lower your payments.
A spate of stabbings has shaken Birmingham, with two fatalities. Exclusive data reveals weapon possession offences in the city are over three times the national average. Read the full report.
Tommy McTighe and Gemma Vanstone sentenced for premeditated stabbing in Plymouth. Read about the shocking case and police response to violent crime.
Two Birmingham men are on the run after a £20m heroin shipment, concealed in pomegranate juice, was seized. Shamut Khan and Matiullah Zamankhel are wanted by the NCA. Contact authorities with information.