Armed police and bomb squad officers have sealed off Birch Road in Northfield, Birmingham, evacuating residents amid an ongoing incident with an Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit on scene.
A 15-year-old girl named Madison, remembered as a 'beautiful young dancer', has died. Tributes from MP Sarah Edwards and community members highlight her talent and kindness.
One man is critically injured after a red Vauxhall Astra ploughed into a group in Arnold town centre. Police have identified a suspect and are appealing for witnesses.
West Mercia Police issues a warning about courier fraud, where scammers pose as bank officials or police to steal card and PIN details, targeting the elderly.
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A stolen tractor was driven 'full throttle' into a Middlesbrough home by a masked gang who then fled in a getaway car. Police investigate.
Homeowners are urged to check a low-cost Land Registry document to avoid costly neighbour disputes over fence ownership, as legal experts warn common assumptions are often wrong.
Campaigners urge Labour government to extend the digital landline switchover deadline from January 2027 to 2030, citing risks for vulnerable households.
A heartbroken mother is desperately searching for her 16-year-old daughter Cypress, who vanished in Kings Heath, Birmingham, a week ago. Police are concerned.
Cancer Research UK is closing 90 shops in May 2026, including two in Birmingham, as part of a plan to reduce from 600 to 320 stores by 2027.
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A 35-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a motorcyclist in his 70s died in a collision with a tractor on Horsebridge Road, Minsterley, Shropshire.
A hit-and-run in Arnold's Market Place left several injured, one with life-threatening injuries. Police hunt a white man after a red Vauxhall Astra was abandoned.
Learn how to spot and manage seven common invasive plants that can damage your property, harm native species, and reduce home value. Expert tips from Propertymark.
Discover upcoming services and events at St Luke's, Holy Trinity, St Mary's, St Chad's, and St Andrew's. Includes Holy Communion, Bible study, concerts, and youth theatre news.
A new law granting LGBTQ+ and disabled hate crime victims equal protections to racial and religious hate crimes receives royal assent, as Birmingham records 634 incidents in 2025.
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A new attempt has been made to reopen HA Supermarket in Wolverhampton after it was twice shut down for selling alcohol to a vulnerable teenager and other illicit sales.
HMRC increases tax-free personal allowance to £20,070 for homeowners using the Rent-a-Room Scheme, combining £12,570 standard allowance with £7,500 rental income exemption.
Amir Khan, 25, claimed his wife fell at home, but a CT scan showed a stab wound penetrating her brain. She remains in a coma with irreversible damage. He was found guilty and awaits sentencing.
Geoffrey Brewer, 53, caused a five-hour M42 closure near Solihull by shouting racist abuse, making Nazi salutes, and demanding a full English breakfast from a bridge.
UK households mowing lawns on weekends risk fines up to £5,000 for breaking noise rules. Experts advise mowing between 9am-7pm weekdays and stricter weekend hours.
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Ricardo Mendez, wanted for a 2023 nightclub shooting in Wednesbury, is believed to have fled the country and remains at large nearly three years later.
New data reveals dozens of children under 12, including 10-year-olds, arrested for knife possession in West Midlands, highlighting a knife crime epidemic among youths.
Two men on a motorbike attacked a 70-year-old e-bike rider in Solihull, spraying him with pepper spray and stealing his blue Cube electric bike.
Cats Protection centres in Walsall and Wolverhampton have nine felines waiting for adoption. From playful kittens to gentle seniors, each needs a forever home.
A man in his 30s was taken to hospital after a suspected acid attack outside a McDonald's in Ashton town centre. Two suspects have been arrested.
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A man and a teenager were arrested after shots from a suspected pellet gun were fired at people in Solihull. No injuries were reported, but police described it as a distressing experience.
A brazen shoplifter who stole an entire display of Mini Eggs from a Tesco during a three-week spree has been jailed for four months, causing £4,000 in losses.
Angry protesters in Tenerife demonstrate against the arrival of a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship, fearing virus spread and demanding safety guarantees.
Two brothers from Coventry have been jailed after stealing £7,000 in gold jewellery and £1,300 in cash from a home, caught on CCTV.
Coleg Cambria's new 'Impact Plinth' sculpture depicts a car embedded in a wall, launching the Arrive and Alive road safety campaign with support from police and health board.
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Esme Fordham, 87, from Essex, received a silver plate award for over a decade of volunteering at Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary, contributing 40+ hours weekly.
