Manhunt after American mum beaten to death in Killarney
Jamey Carney, 43, was found dead in her bed in Killarney, Ireland. A suspect, an asylum seeker in his 20s, is being hunted. Gardai have launched a murder inquiry.
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Staffordshire Police told to improve response times
Staffordshire Police has been ordered to improve its 'inadequate' call handling and response times after a watchdog inspection by HMICFRS.
Dealer Advertising 'Fat Sizes' for Drugs Jailed
Hamad Kiani, 42, was jailed for two years and eight months after County Lines Taskforce officers found heroin, crack cocaine, and cannabis at his Bordesley Green address.
HPI Check: Avoid Buying a Car With Hidden History
HPI checks can reveal hidden histories like outstanding finance, theft, or write-offs. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes when buying a used car in Birmingham.
Severn Trent Water in Serious Breach by Regulator
Ofwat has found Severn Trent Water in serious and unacceptable breach of rules, risking water supplies and environment. The company faces potential fines and enforcement.
DWP Heatwave Rules Update: HSE Considers Workplace Temperature Limit
The DWP has issued an update on potential workplace heat rules as UK temperatures hit 35C. HSE is consulting on an upper temperature limit, with changes expected later this year.
Pass Go for GRIT: Monopoly-Inspired Fun Run in Hitchin
GRIT charity launches a self-guided Monopoly-themed treasure hunt in Hitchin on July 12, 2026, raising funds for youth mental health with matched donations.
ProStock Vets Tackle Welsh 3 Peaks for Charity
ProStock Vets staff climb Snowdon, Cadair Idris, and Pen y Fan in one day to raise funds for Wales Air Ambulance and DPJ Foundation, aiming to continue their £5,000+ support.
Sharon Knibbs Honoured for 25 Years of Service at The Cedars
Sharon Knibbs, a night care team member at The Cedars in Bourne, has received a prestigious long service award for 25 years of dedicated work at Barchester Healthcare.
Birmingham mum's school holiday 'financial anxiety' over childcare
Birmingham mum Natalie Thompson faces financial and emotional anxiety during the six-week school holiday, dipping into savings for disabled son's childcare. Sense charity reports over 60,000 disabled children lack club options.
Walking Macclesfield Parks: Dog Safety Tips
A local columnist highlights the challenges of park maintenance in Macclesfield, urging dog owners to clean up waste and keep dogs on leads near livestock to prevent tragedies.
Burnham's Tax Bands 'Terrible' for Households: Hunt
Former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt warns that Andy Burnham's proposed 24% capital gains tax rate would be 'terrible' and reduce revenue, not increase it.
Appeal for Witnesses in Birmingham Rape Case
Police are seeking two women who may have witnessed a rape in Birmingham city centre on 17 August 2024. The incident occurred near a nightclub on Broad Street.
Birmingham Restaurant Closed Over Cockroach Infestation
Taste of Persia in Hagley Road was closed by Birmingham City Council after a routine inspection revealed severe cockroach infestation, posing an imminent public health risk.
Husband jailed 30 years for stabbing wife in head
Amir Khan, 25, was sentenced to 30 years for stabbing his wife Madia Bano in the head, leaving her in a coma with permanent brain damage. A judge said she is 'as close to death as possible'.
Solihull School Condemns Racist Comments Over Prom Post
Lode Heath School in Solihull issued a statement after students were targeted by racist and hateful comments following a social media post celebrating the 2026 Prom King and Queen.
New Birmingham Hospice Clearance Outlet Draws Crowds with £1 Bargains
Birmingham Hospice opens a clearance outlet in West Bromwich with most items priced at £1, attracting large crowds on opening day. The shop raises vital funds for end-of-life care.
Handsworth Gang Killer Had PTSD After Stabbings
Oumar Traore, 18, was found guilty of murdering Yassin Alama in Handsworth. The court heard Traore suffered from PTSD after being stabbed twice, leading to an adjournment for reports before sentencing.
John Lewis Recalls 15 Items Over Asbestos
John Lewis urgently recalls 15 novelty doorstops and draught excluders sold between 2021 and 2026 due to asbestos contamination. Shoppers told to stop using immediately and return for refund.
Alum Rock Police Incident: Road Cordoned Off Overnight
A large police presence and cordon on St Saviours Road in Alum Rock, Birmingham, with drones reported overhead. West Midlands Police contacted for comment.
Rogue Roofer Admits Fake Business Before Trial Over Dudley Case
A 69-year-old rogue roofer has admitted setting up a fake Midlands business ahead of a Crown Court trial over a Dudley case, involving substandard work and overcharging.
Royal Mail worker probed for rant at disabled mum on bus
A Royal Mail employee is under investigation after being filmed directing a foul-mouthed tirade at a disabled mother on a bus in Edinburgh, leaving her terrified.
Dad's 'Smile to Remember' After Fatal Wolverhampton Stabbing
Tributes pour in for Brad Thomas, 27, fatally stabbed in Wolverhampton. Family remember him as 'one of a kind'. Two men charged; police appeal for information.
Evesham child rapist jailed for 25 years
Shaul Samson, 32, was sentenced to 25 years for raping a child under 13. He must serve 14 years before parole and received an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
Burger Bar Boy Shot Dead After 'Trap Set' in Broad Daylight
CCTV shows a trap was set for alleged Burger Bar Boy Gavin Parry, shot dead with a Skorpion machine gun in Winson Green. Mechanic Theo Bailey jailed for 22 years.
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Man Charged After Fatal Dog Attack in Wolverhampton
A 29-year-old man has been charged with owning a dog dangerously out of control following a fatal attack in Wolverhampton that resulted in the death of a 23-year-old woman.
Birmingham Buses Diverted After Incident
Multiple bus routes in Birmingham city centre have been diverted following an incident near the Bullring, causing disruption for commuters.
Man Charged Over Fatal Dog Attack in Wolverhampton
Matthew Williams, 37, has been charged after Lila Hall, 78, died following a dog attack in Wolverhampton on April 15. He appeared in court and was remanded.
Four Arrests Near Soho Road: Drugs and Weapon Seized
Four people were arrested in 24 hours during Operation Fearless near Birmingham's Soho Road. Drugs and a weapon were seized, including a charged 24-year-old man.
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Police Hunt Five Men After Fatal Birmingham Shooting
Police have launched an appeal to find five men wanted in connection with a fatal shooting in Birmingham that left one man dead and another injured.
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