JQ Residents Furious Over Parking Fines Before Villa Parade
Residents in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter woke to parking fines and towed vehicles ahead of Aston Villa's Europa League victory parade, with little warning.
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Villa Parade: Police Safety Advice for Thousands
With thousands expected at the Villa Parade, police have issued safety advice. Learn about road closures, public transport, and how to stay safe during the event.
Two Arrested After Stolen Car Rams Parked Vehicles in Chase
Two thieves were arrested after a police chase on Washwood Heath Road where their stolen car rammed parked vehicles and a police car. No injuries were reported.
Plaits and Pints: Dads Learn to Style Daughters' Hair
Dads across the West Midlands are learning to style their daughters' hair through 'Plaits and Pints' workshops, combining hairstyling lessons with social pints.
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Teen Arrested for Attempted Murder After Wolverhampton Stabbing
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 45-year-old man was stabbed in Wolverhampton. A 34-year-old man was also arrested.
Halesowen Robbery: Police Appeal for CCTV After Homeowner Injured
West Midlands Police appeal for CCTV after a Halesowen homeowner was injured trying to stop a jewellery thief. The suspect fled through several streets.
Man Injured in Wolverhampton Incident Leads to Arrest
A man in his 40s was arrested after another man was found injured at a property in Wolverhampton. A knife was recovered following a brief chase.
DWP rule: Universal Credit claimants face £1,000 driving ban
DWP proposes rule change: Universal Credit claimants who owe at least £1,000 could face driving bans up to two years if they ignore repayment requests.
Stafford Dad Inhaled Laughing Gas Before Fatal Crash
Callum Knott, 26, died after inhaling nitrous oxide before a crash on the A51. An inquest heard he had a provisional licence and had been banned from driving.
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DWP Lists 45 Eye and Ear Conditions for £459 Monthly Payment
The DWP has confirmed 45 eye and ear conditions that qualify state pensioners for Attendance Allowance up to £459 a month, with over 51,000 claimants.
Sefton Coast: Summer Warblers of the Dunes
Explore the diverse birdsong along Sefton's coastline this summer, from the Common Whitethroat to the Cetti's Warbler, and learn about their unique calls and habitats.
Birmingham City Star Lucky to Be Alive After Drink Driving
A Birmingham City footballer was told he is lucky to be alive after a drink-driving crash that left him with serious injuries and a suspended sentence.
HMRC Sending £3,847 Bills to Savers Including ISAs
HMRC is issuing incorrect tax bills for savings interest, including ISA earnings, with one saver overcharged by £3,847. MPs urge reform.
Rats nest in rubbish piled up at Dudley health centre
A worker at the Ladies Walk Centre in Sedgley says rubbish including clinical waste piled up for two months, attracting rats. Council leader Patrick Harley condemned the NHS.
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Blue Badge Rule Change May Remove Permits from ADHD Drivers
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander warns that ADHD alone should not qualify for a Blue Badge, as hidden disability permits triple. Councils urged to tighten checks.
Raise the Colours Faces Court Over Flags
Oxfordshire County Council threatens High Court injunction against Raise the Colours for continuing to hang flags on lampposts despite a legal ban, citing safety and community cohesion concerns.
Katie Price Posts Cryptic Messages as Lee Andrews Vanishes
Katie Price shared three late-night Instagram posts amid the disappearance of her husband Lee Andrews, sparking speculation about their meaning as the mystery deepens.
Midlands Residents Told to Close Curtains During Heatwave
Households in Birmingham and the Black Country are urged to close curtains as temperatures rise. The British Red Cross advises keeping blinds shut and avoiding oven use to stay cool.
Baked Bean the Cat Abandoned on Farm Finds Home
Baked Bean, a cat abandoned on a West Midlands farm, has been adopted by a loving family after being rescued by the RSPCA.
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Zara McDermott and Louis Tomlinson Address Cheating Rumors
Zara McDermott and Louis Tomlinson break silence after photos with Joey Essex spark cheating rumors. Sources say friendship is innocent.
Birmingham Police Seize Over 100 Knives in Week-Long Op
West Midlands Police confiscated more than 100 knives during a targeted operation in Birmingham, aiming to reduce knife crime and make streets safer.
Plain Clothes Police in Chelmsley Wood Crackdown
Plain clothes and uniformed officers patrol Chelmsley Wood hotspots, recovering two knives in a weapons sweep at Meriden Park as part of a major crackdown on knife crime.
Chester Student Tackles Three Peaks for Cancer Charity
Queen Odozi, a University of Chester student, will climb Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, and Snowdon in 24 hours to raise £1,000 for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
Smuggler Spared Jail as Modern Slavery Victim Revealed
Joshua Galland, 33, was spared jail after bringing 16 kg of cannabis through Birmingham Airport, as the court learned he was a victim of modern slavery and exploitation.
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Walsall School Lockdown After Weapons Threat
Walsall Studio School was placed on lockdown after a robbery with weapons threats on Bradford Street. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to call.
Police seek man after woman religiously abused on bus
West Midlands Police have released an image of a man they want to trace after a female passenger was subjected to religiously aggravated harassment on a bus in Great Barr, Birmingham.
Over 35% of UK Universal Credit households face food insecurity
New research from The Food Foundation reveals that 35.7% of UK households on Universal Credit experienced food insecurity in January 2026, a slight decrease from 2025 but still significantly higher than non-recipients.
Travellers Return to Shard End Park Just Weeks Later
Travellers have set up camp at Shard End Country Park again weeks after their last incursion, with business vehicles spotted. Councillor Feeney urges locals not to hire them.
Birmingham Bus Harassment Safety Measures
Following a spate of harassment incidents on Birmingham buses, new safety measures including CCTV upgrades and driver training have been announced by Transport for West Midlands.
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Safari Park Bids Farewell to Red Panda Cubs
West Midlands Safari Park announces the departure of two red panda cubs as they move to new zoos as part of conservation breeding program.
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