Violent Thug Attacked Woman Twice, Jailed for Nearly 4 Years
Asa McGahan, 26, attacked a woman twice in one day, fled into woods, and was jailed for three years and ten months. He admitted assault and escape from custody.
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Police Hunt Man Over Fake Cash for Console
West Midlands Police are searching for a man who used counterfeit money to purchase a games console in Birmingham. Officers have released images of the suspect and urge anyone with information to come forward.
Free TV Licences for State Pensioners: Campaign Update
A petition calling for free BBC TV licences for all state pensioners has reached 20,000 signatures, triggering a government response from the DCMS.
Birmingham Girl Tackles Wolf Run Obstacles
A young girl from Birmingham successfully completed the Wolf Run, a challenging obstacle course, demonstrating resilience and determination.
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Gen Z Takes Day Off for 'Bed Rotting' Trend
A third of Gen Z would book a day off work to 'bed rot', according to a new survey. The trend involves staying in bed all day to rest and recharge.
Matt O'Gara Funeral Fund Surpasses £10k
A GoFundMe appeal for murdered pub landlord Matt O'Gara has raised over £10,000 for his funeral. Billy Allison, 36, has been charged with murder.
Body of Missing Midlands Man Lee Butler Found in Wales
The body of Lee Butler, 36, missing from Staffordshire for a week, has been discovered at Ogmore by Sea in South Wales. Police have informed his family.
Bolton Cancer Voices 14th Birthday Concert Songs and Sax
Bolton Cancer Voices celebrates 14 years with a special concert 'Songs and Sax' on June 19 at Harwood Methodist Church, featuring music and comedy to raise funds.
Pride of Britain 2026: Nominate West Midlands Heroes
The Daily Mirror Pride of Britain Awards 2026 are now open for nominations. Urge to nominate unsung heroes from Birmingham and the West Midlands.
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Boden Kids Trousers Recalled Over Cut Risk
Boden recalls multiple pairs of children's trousers due to cracked poppers posing a cut risk. Affected items sold from July to October last year. Customers urged to return for refund.
£330 Best Start Grant School Age Payment Open
Applications for the £331.95 Best Start Grant school age payment are open until Feb 2027. Eligible families on six DWP benefits can apply for financial support.
City Academy: Kids Queue for Food with Homeless
At City Academy in Birmingham, children queue for free food alongside homeless people. Executive headteacher Raj Mann, who grew up in poverty, says it 'breaks his heart' to see families still struggling.
Cheswick Green Garage Approved Despite Safety Fears
Solihull council approves a garage in Cheswick Green despite road safety concerns from neighbours, with conditions including a drop kerb.
Victims Advocate Slams 'Appalling' Sentence of Rapist Teens
Natalie Queiroz, West Midlands Victims Advocate, criticises the non-custodial sentence for three teenage rapists and questions reported drop in VAWG crimes.
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HMP Hewell Prisoner Hanged After Inadequate Checks
A high-risk prisoner at HMP Hewell was found hanged after a guard failed to conduct required checks. Mesut Olgun died in hospital six days later.
Six of 10 worst child poverty areas in England are in Birmingham
New data reveals six of the ten worst neighbourhoods for child poverty in England are in Birmingham, with Ladywood topping the list and thousands of children living in hardship.
B&M thief admits 'moment of desperation' after Birmingham theft
Christopher Kidson, 35, pleaded guilty to stealing £50 from a Birmingham B&M store, citing homelessness and bullying as reasons for his actions.
West Midlands Police Issue Fresh Most Wanted Appeal
West Midlands Police have added five new suspects to their most wanted list, including individuals wanted for knife possession, drugs, and theft. The public is urged to call 999 if they see them.
Prison watchdog boss had killer's face on pillows
Helen Spree, 63, smuggled drugs and phones into HMP Liverpool while chairing the Independent Monitoring Board, and had pillowcases with a convicted killer's face at home.
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Family Pleads for Water Safety After River Yare Death
Greg Howes, 44, was found dead in the River Yare in Norfolk on Saturday. His family urges the public to stay safe on the water. Another teen died in Scotland.
CCTV Appeal After Stourbridge Disorder Leaves One Injured
West Midlands Police releases CCTV images of five individuals sought in connection with a disorder in Stourbridge high street that left one person injured.
Katie Price's Husband Unfollows Her on Instagram
Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews has unfollowed her on Instagram amid his detention in Dubai. The couple's marriage faces uncertainty as Lee remains in prison despite expected release.
Body Found in Dudley Believed to Be Missing 37-Year-Old
Police searching for missing 37-year-old Lance have recovered a body in Dudley. Formal identification pending, death not treated as suspicious.
Missing Shropshire girl, 15, with wanted man on prison recall
Chanelle, 15, vanished from Shropshire on May 28 and is thought to be with Kyle Brayne, 24, who is wanted for prison recall and has links to Birmingham and Telford.
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11 Arrests in Birmingham Suburb: Guns and Knives Seized
West Midlands Police's Operation Fearless arrested 11 people in three days in Handsworth, seizing guns, knives, and drugs, and disrupting violent disorder.
Cat with Broken Pelvis Found on West Midlands Road
A cat found with a broken pelvis beside a West Midlands road is recovering and searching for a loving new home after surgery.
Parents Demand Action on Kings Heath Road Rage
Parents in Kings Heath call on future council leaders to address road safety fears amid controversial LTN scheme, citing road rage and dangerous driving.
Chesterfield Foodbank Joins easyfundraising for Funds
Chesterfield Foodbank partners with easyfundraising to secure funds amid high demand. A £500 grant covers venue costs for a year, with cashback donations from retailers supporting emergency food and essentials.
Birmingham Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Shootings
Zion St Juste, 21, faces two counts of attempted murder and firearm charges after two men were shot in Birmingham on May 14 and May 28.
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Cornwall Man Charged with Rape and Murder of Woman in 80s
Edward Holden, 36, charged with rape and murder after body of woman in her 80s found in Ashton, Cornwall. He will appear in court on Monday.
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