A 28-year-old Midlands police officer has appeared in court to deny two counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. Stephen Reynolds, a suspended constable, faces allegations from 2019 involving a woman known to him.
A man in his 20s died at the scene and a teenage boy suffered life-threatening injuries in a stabbing at a skate park in Northampton. Four people have been arrested.
Two retirees in Tonbridge, Kent, received £1,000 fly-tipping fines after leaving charity clothing bags on the pavement for collection, sparking council review.
A Staffordshire couple has been sentenced to prison for operating a drug line named 'Chesney-Curly', distributing class A substances across Stoke-on-Trent. Their accomplice also received jail time.
Telford and Wrekin Council has greenlit a £31.7 million development by Avant Homes to build 135 properties in Priorslee, including affordable housing, with construction starting this spring.
A violent shoplifting trend called ‘storming’ is sweeping UK supermarkets like Aldi and Tesco, with security experts warning of increased aggression and knife threats against staff and shoppers.
Adventure Street, a children's role play centre in Baggeridge Craft Village, Dudley, has received a top food hygiene rating of five stars, with parents lauding its cleanliness, safety, and imaginative play areas.
Crimestoppers charity announces a £10,000 reward for anonymous information leading to the arrest of Zachariah Liburd, wanted in connection with the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Chris Ikouara in Acocks Green.
Discover the enchanting Malvern Hills Circular walk in Great Malvern, a stunning route that inspired JRR Tolkien's literary works, offering panoramic views and historic charm.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces new regulations requiring tech firms to remove revenge porn within 48 hours or face fines up to 10% of global revenue and potential UK service blocking.
The Bacup community is hosting a 'Brains, Bakes and Bingo' event to raise £8,000 for a specialized electric wheelchair for Finnick Whittaker, a two-year-old with cerebral palsy, to support his independence as he grows.
A Wirral mother, whose children needed neonatal care, is raising funds for Wirral University Teaching Hospital Charity through fitness challenges, inspired by her own health battles and the support her family received.
A Eurohike Ratio 10 backpack is now just £6.97 at Go Outdoors after a 65% price cut, offering a lightweight daypack for outdoor adventures. Membership may be required, with alternatives at Millets.
Royal Voluntary Service urgently requires around 60 volunteers to operate hospital trolleys at Royal Glamorgan and Princess of Wales Hospitals, providing refreshments and companionship to patients and staff.
A Birmingham teacher couple is on trial for gross negligence manslaughter after their 12-year-old homeschooled son died from untreated Type 1 diabetes, with prosecutors alleging they 'did nothing' as he lay dying.
Plans submitted to Walsall Council propose demolishing a post-medieval farmhouse to build 81 affordable homes, with the site verified as grey belt in the latest local plan.
The Stührling Original Vivreluxe Quartz Watch, reminiscent of Cartier designs, is now available for just £120 at Debenhams, down from £1,525. This classic timepiece features a rectangular face, crystal details, and a metal bracelet.
Patrick Coe, 31, has been sentenced to three years in prison for permanently tattooing three young children, causing them physical pain and emotional trauma.
Delayni Woodcock, 24, has been sentenced to eight years in prison after being caught negotiating the sale of firearms and ammunition in text messages.
Two individuals have sustained serious injuries in an alleged stabbing at Briar Hill Skate Park in Northampton. Police have cordoned off the area and are appealing for witnesses.
A 25-year-old father of two died shortly after being handcuffed by police in Biddulph. An inquest ruled his death was drug-related, with the IOPC finding officers acted appropriately.
West Midlands Police have identified Deara Sadiq, 21, as the prime suspect after a woman in her 20s was found with multiple stab wounds in Coventry early this morning.
PCs Harry Simkin and Melissa Smith received the West Midlands Police Federation Bravery Award after tasering an XL Bully that mauled a man, causing cardiac arrest, and performing life-saving CPR in West Bromwich.
James Maughan, 33, from Wolverhampton, faces charges of shop theft and criminal damage under £5,000 after an incident at Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Dudley.
Peter Gilbert, 54, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for multiple rapes where he filmed assaults, burned his victim with cigarettes, and used footage to terrorize her across Cornwall locations.
Andrew Gorrell, a fire-obsessed arsonist, has been convicted of murder after torching a pensioner's home in Wednesbury, killing 82-year-old John Edwards.
A 66-year-old man has died after being hit by a blue Volkswagen Polo in a Tesco car park on Meadow Place Road, Edinburgh. The incident occurred around 9am on Wednesday, with the victim airlifted to hospital but succumbing to his injuries shortly after.
Jonathan Kingsbury, 41, assaulted his former partner in Cork, causing severe injuries including a broken jaw and eye socket. The victim required metal plates and months of recovery.
Martin Davies, 36, has been found guilty of manslaughter for killing Kailem Gibson, 28, in a dispute over drug dealing arrangements at a Newton Heath flat. The victim's family described him as having a 'heart of gold'.
Jagjivan Ram, 65, pleaded guilty to sending indecent communications to the former Home Secretary, claiming he cannot recall the content due to medication effects.