Bilston man fined for cannabis grow for pain relief
Ranveer Adil, 44, of Bilston, was fined £80 after police found cannabis at his Fraser Street home. He said it was for his own pain relief following a stabbing and a road collision 20 years ago.
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Carer fined for fly-tipping during bin strikes
Keron Chambers, 59, admitted dumping a rubbish bag on Ward End Park Road during bin strikes. He was ordered to do 40 hours unpaid work and pay £114 surcharge.
Bike theft victims attacked: trio jailed for 26 years
Three men who left two bike theft victims unconscious in a Stoke street have been jailed for a combined 26 years. James Hopper, John Martin and Adam Wright were convicted of grievous bodily harm.
Pakistan checkpoint suicide bombing kills at least 11
A suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle at a police checkpoint in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan, killing at least 11 and injuring around 30. The Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility.
Kids as young as seven caught with knives in schools
A BirminghamLive investigation found 96 knife offences at West Midlands schools since 2025, including incidents involving children as young as seven in Sandwell and nine in Birmingham.
Telford estates hit by car window smashing spree
West Mercia Police warn Hadley and Leegomery residents after overnight car break-ins with smashed windows, urging drivers to remove valuables and secure vehicles.
Walsall biker avoids ban for drink-driving charge
Stephen Davies, 79mcgs alcohol, avoided a ban but got 10 penalty points, £623 fine, plus costs after Bloxwich incident.
Olton residents oppose new children's homes after fireworks
Olton residents say they don't want more children's homes after fireworks and noise complaints. Solihull planners approved Wilmcote Road proposal despite objections.
Belfast man jailed for murder of pregnant partner
Zak Hughes, 29, was sentenced for the murder of heavily pregnant Sarah Montgomery, 27, in a 19-minute attack at her County Down flat. He used a water bottle bought as a Father's Day gift.
Tourists missing after Athens explosion near Acropolis
Three tourists are among five people unaccounted for after a massive explosion collapsed a two-storey building near the Acropolis in Athens, with 24 firefighters deployed.
Police prepare for Dudley protests with UKIP speaker
West Midlands Police have a policing plan for two demonstrations in Dudley town centre on September 26, including a UKIP-led protest and a counter-rally.
Manhunt after Hanley alleyway rape in daylight attack
A woman was raped in an alleyway near Bucknall Old Road in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, at around 1pm on Monday 11 May. Staffordshire Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the investigation.
CCTV appeal after car stolen from Sandwell driveway
West Midlands Police release blurry CCTV image of two men after a car was stolen from a driveway on Perryhill Road, Oldbury, at around 1am on August 1.
Boy, 11, killed by train was 'distracted by phone' at crossing
An inquest ruled that 11-year-old Jaiden Shehata died after being distracted by his phone at a Croydon level crossing, with insufficient warnings also a contributing factor.
Ring Neighbours app UK launch set for 21 October
Amazon's Ring doorbell firm will launch its Neighbours app in the UK from 21 October, free for all users, replacing WhatsApp groups for local safety posts.
Shoplifter fined for chocolate and Starbucks theft
Lee Dolphin, 51, fined £80 for stealing 12 Dairy Milk bars and a Starbucks drink; solicitor says he needs help, not punishment.
Jay Drummond added to WMP most wanted gallery
Jay Drummond, 45, from Coventry, is wanted for a theft in Nuffield Road. Police urge public to call 999 immediately.
Syrian denies raping schoolgirl at Midlands hotel
A Syrian national has denied raping a 15-year-old schoolgirl and sexually assaulting another girl at a hotel in Kenilworth, Warwickshire. The trial is set for 2028.
Birmingham bin strike end 'imminent' says deputy PM
Deputy PM Lucy Powell says a deal to end Birmingham's 18-month bin strike is 'imminent' and apologises to residents for the lengthy dispute.
Shoplifter jailed for wine bottle attack on manager
Zoe Bending, 50, of Oldbury, was jailed for eight weeks for striking a Heron Foods manager with a wine bottle during a theft in Rowley Regis on June 19.
Dudley woman nearly double drink-drive limit in crash
A 64-year-old woman was almost twice the legal drink-drive limit when she crashed into two parked cars in Stourbridge Road, Dudley, on July 27, later receiving a 17-month ban.
Sheldon Heath Community Centre future secured with charity lease
Birmingham City Council has agreed to lease Sheldon Heath Community Centre to a registered charity, securing its future as a community hub and preventing closure.
Jet2 flight forced back to Edinburgh after disruptive passenger charged
Jet2 flight LS721 from Edinburgh to Larnaca returned 30 minutes after take-off due to a disruptive passenger. A 32-year-old man was arrested and charged with assault and endangering an aircraft.
Armed police patrol Birmingham Jewish sites after Manchester plot
West Midlands Police increase patrols at key Jewish locations in Birmingham and Solihull from Sukkot to Simchat Torah following a Manchester terror plot arrest.
£1,000 reward to find wanted man Dante Kelly
Crimestoppers offers £1,000 for information leading to Dante Kelly, 23, wanted on recall to prison for breaching a Serious Crime Prevention Order. He has links to Leamington Spa.
Woman dies after being hit by car on Cot Lane, Kingswinford
A woman in her 70s has died after being struck by a car on Cot Lane, Kingswinford, on Saturday. West Midlands Police confirm the death and continue to appeal for information.
Birmingham shop destroyed in arson attack, owner 'stressed'
Ajwa Exotics food shop on Gooch Street, Highgate, was destroyed in a deliberate fire early on September 22. Owner Irfan Ali says he has 'no idea' who is responsible. Police are investigating as arson and appeal for information.
Pension IHT changes from 2027 could hit charity will discounts
From April 2027, pensions become liable for inheritance tax, which could stop families claiming the reduced 36% IHT rate on estates with charitable donations, warns STEP.
58,000 face first-time benefit cap, DWP warns
DWP data shows 58,000 Universal Credit households were newly benefit-capped between March and May 2026, the highest since the pandemic, as 160,000 households total face caps.
Stourbridge Poppy Appeal seeks volunteers after £36k record
Stourbridge Poppy Appeal expands with more collection stands after raising £36k last year, and organiser Suzanne Webb is calling for new volunteers to help run them.
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