Tributes to dad after remains found in woodland
Michael Dennington's remains were found in woodland near Mansfield on May 23. His children pay tribute as police investigate his death.
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Paramedics Warn Over 5 Common Heatwave Mistakes
West Midlands Ambulance Service warns against five common heatwave mistakes, including waiting until thirsty and swimming in open water, which can be fatal.
Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Teen Stabbing
A 21-year-old man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after a 17-year-old boy was stabbed in Birmingham on Tuesday evening.
Fire Crews Tackle Large Blaze on Residential Street in Birmingham
Fire crews are battling a large fire on a residential street in Birmingham. Residents are urged to avoid the area as emergency services work to contain the blaze.
Urgent Appeal: Missing 75-Year-Old Woman Last Seen at Hospital
Police urgently seek help to find 75-year-old Joan, missing from Smethwick Hospital since 3pm on Tuesday. Last seen wearing a red coat and black trousers.
Midlands stalker jailed for rape threats
Casey Colton-Young, 20, sentenced to 38 months for stalking and threatening to rape a victim and harm her sister, leaving women terrified.
Search for Missing Woman Last Seen in Birmingham
Police appeal for help finding missing woman, 54, last seen in Birmingham city centre on Monday; concerns for welfare.
Singles Face £8,000 Premium as Household Costs Soar
Nearly 30% of households are affected by a 'singles tax' costing up to £8,000 extra yearly, with council tax, rent, energy, and subscriptions driving the burden.
Police appeal after Dudley cashpoint knife threat
West Midlands Police release CCTV image of woman sought after a knifepoint robbery attempt at a Castle Street ATM in Dudley on July 1. A passer-by intervened and the robber fled empty-handed.
E-bike rider seriously hurt in Bartley Green crash
A man in his 20s suffered serious arm and leg injuries after an e-bike collision with a car on Hillwood Road, Bartley Green, Birmingham. Police are investigating.
Three Arrests, Lock Knife Seized After Erratic Driving
Three people were arrested and a lock knife seized after a vehicle was driven erratically in Birmingham, leading to a police pursuit and recovery of a stolen car.
Violent burglar jailed for 12 years after car theft spree
Nathan Sutton, 24, was jailed for 12 years for a month-long burglary spree across Sandwell, Dudley, and Wolverhampton, where he threatened victims with knives and stole cars, leaving some hospitalised.
Car Burglary Gang Member Jailed Over Black Country Thefts
A member of a car burglary gang that stole vehicles across the Black Country has been jailed. The gang targeted high-value cars, causing significant distress to victims.
Palfrey Health Centre relocation plan rejected
Walsall councillors voted against keeping Palfrey Health Centre in Palfrey, with a casting vote rejecting a motion to support local services amid patient concerns over access and health inequalities.
Great Barr Residents Oppose 850-Home Green Belt Plan
Residents near a proposed 850-home development in Great Barr have condemned plans to build on Walsall green belt land, citing loss of wildlife and infrastructure concerns.
Birmingham dealers jailed for 'coffee and milk' drug line
Three Birmingham dealers were jailed for running the 'Chase line' in Weston-Super-Mare, using 'coffee and milk' as code for heroin and crack cocaine, supplying 2,700 customers.
NatWest £250M Boost for Affordable Housing in 4 Regions
NatWest announces £250 million investment for affordable housing across London, South East, East Midlands, and East of England, supporting Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing to deliver 6,000 new homes.
Man jailed for injecting nurse girlfriend with fatal heroin dose
Craig Billingsley, 40, has been jailed for three years after admitting manslaughter for injecting his girlfriend Natalie Lloyd-Perks with heroin at their Aston home.
Arson killer Gorrell starts life sentence for Wednesbury blaze
Andrew Gorrell, 55, with a 30-year arson history, begins life sentence for murder of John Edwards, 82, in a wheelie bin fire that blocked the victim's front door in Wednesbury.
Grandmother jailed for stabbing son-in-law in neck
Linda Clifford, 61, of Great Barr, was jailed for three years and nine months after stabbing her son-in-law in the neck and smashing his van windscreen with a claw hammer in a revenge attack following his split from her daughter.
Number Plate Thefts Rocket: £2.50 Hack to Protect Car
Number plate thefts have surged 30% in a year, with 7,381 incidents reported in 2024. Experts urge drivers to use £2.50 anti-tamper screws to prevent cloning and false fines.
Pregnant Shoplifter Spared Jail Despite 41 Raids
Lisa Harbun, 31, stole over £5,000 in goods across 41 shop raids but was spared immediate prison due to pregnancy and engagement with drug services.
Sex Education Actor Victim Says He's a 'Disgusting Monster'
Rogan Taylor, 24, sexually abused as a teen by Alexander Westwood, says she still has nightmares. Westwood, a Sex Education actor, jailed for 15.5 years for 26 offences against five victims.
Birmingham Busker Claims Sexual Assault After Man Grinded on Back
A Birmingham busker alleges he was sexually assaulted when a man danced against his back during a performance in Centenary Square. Video footage shows the incident, but police say no active lines of enquiry remain.
Sutton Park e-bike rider robbed at knifepoint
A 68-year-old man had his £9,000 Amflow e-bike stolen at knifepoint in Sutton Park, with police calling such robberies a 'regular occurrence'.
Wolverhampton Council Licenses Taxis with Welsh Postcodes
Wolverhampton Council licenses 1,700 taxis, including 17 with Welsh postcodes, raising concerns about cross-border enforcement and safety standards.
Handheld Speed Cameras Catch Drivers Anytime
Police Service of Northern Ireland introduces TruCAM II handheld speed cameras capable of detecting speeding vehicles from up to one kilometer away, operating anywhere and at any time, including at night.
Ann Widdecombe's Final Texts Before Murder Revealed
Ann Widdecombe's last known text was sent just 11 minutes before she was attacked at her Dartmoor home, with police now investigating her murder.
Police Cordon in Bartley Green: Roads Sealed Off
A large police cordon is in place near shops and Bartley Green reservoir, with Moors Lane and Hillwood Road sealed off on Saturday evening. The incident may involve a bike and a car.
Binman: Crisp Packets Go to Supermarket Bins
A viral TikTok binman clarifies that crisp packets and chocolate wrappers should not go in home recycling bins but must be taken to supermarket drop-off points or placed in general waste.
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