Ex-Villa and West Brom prospect wanted by police
West Midlands Police are hunting Leroy Robinson, 40, a former Aston Villa and West Brom prospect, after he breached a notification requirement as a registered sex offender.
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3 National Trust spots near Birmingham free in Sept
Baddesley Clinton, Packwood House and Back to Backs drop admission fees for Heritage Open Days and Birmingham Heritage Week in September 2026.
Northfield among most depressed areas in England
Northfield has the highest depression diagnosis rate in Birmingham at 19.7%, ranking 28th nationally. The national average is 14.3%, sparking mental health crisis fears.
Pension Credit: £363 weekly top-up for eligible pensioners
Nearly a million eligible pensioners miss out on Pension Credit, worth £4,300 a year on average. Single people can top up income to £238 weekly, couples to £363.25.
Over-70s drivers may face new cognitive tests under road safety plans
Drivers over 70 may soon face cognitive tests under new Government road safety plans, alongside mandatory eyesight tests for licence renewals.
Three boys charged after Kings Heath anti-social probe
Three boys aged 13 and 14 charged with offences including weapon possession and motor theft after Kings Heath anti-social behaviour investigation.
Pensioner arrested after six-car crash in Solihull
A 76-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a six-car collision on Oakenshaw Road in Shirley, Solihull, outside Sears Retail Park. No serious injuries were reported, and the man has been bailed pending further enquiries.
Banks to share benefit claimants' details with DWP from October
From October, banks will be forced to share benefit claimants' account details with the DWP under new anti-fraud powers, including direct cash withdrawals from accounts.
CCTV appeal after stolen card used for purchases in Birmingham
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of three men and a woman after a stolen bank card was used for significant purchases following a theft at a Hurst Street venue in Birmingham city centre.
Burglary suspect with distinctive tattoo sought by police
West Midlands Police release CCTV image of a man with a distinctive tattoo after tools were stolen from a property in Francis Road, Edgbaston, on 26 May.
Wyre Forest: Ancient Oak Woodland for Autumn Walks Near Birmingham
Just 40 minutes from Birmingham, Wyre Forest National Nature Reserve spans 6,000 acres of ancient oak woodland, offering free walking trails, wildlife, and autumn colours.
Birmingham firms fined for rodents, alcohol and hygiene issues
Birmingham Magistrates Court fined several businesses in August for rodent infestations, a live mouse in a trap, selling alcohol to a teenager and cockroach contamination.
Speeding driver jailed for killing granddad in Hockley
A speeding Audi driver who killed grandfather Maurice Middleton, 65, as he walked on a Hockley pavement has been jailed for four-and-a-half years.
Birmingham Family Events Autumn 2026: Free & Cheap Days Out
Polar Express tickets sell fast, free Diwali Mela 10th anniversary, woodland playground at Belfry, Safari Park £6.90 kids' deals, and more.
Evicted Wolverhampton pensioner says he feels suicidal
Alan Johnson, 68, was evicted from his Wolverhampton home after a 10-year dispute with Wolverhampton Homes, leaving him in temporary accommodation and facing £3,250 court costs.
Grandad killed by speeding Audi driver on rare day off
Maurice Middleton, 65, was killed by Shanise Hussain, 27, who was jailed for four-and-a-half years for causing death by dangerous driving in Hockley.
Unanswered questions in Wolverhampton dad's death
Neil Thompson's death on Smestow Academy fields remains a mystery, with his e-bike never found and no confirmed evidence of how he sustained fatal injuries.
Brother who bit late sibling's lip avoids jail
Joel Paul, 27, avoided jail for biting his brother Jorlin's lip in Wolverhampton. Jorlin later died after cardiac arrest. Court heard details.
Italian teen jailed for doorstep sex assault on pensioner
Lorenzo Bennin, 25, jailed 12 months for sexually assaulting a pensioner in her 70s in the Black Country in 2018, after fleeing to Italy and being caught seven years later.
Man jailed for forcing partner to smoke crack and strangling her
Darren Hudson, 37, of Sandwell, was jailed for three years after forcing his partner to smoke crack cocaine, strangling her, and a campaign of coercive control.
Mum jailed for child sex live stream and knife threats
Rebecca Cooper, 32, of Handsworth, was jailed for 20 months after admitting attempting to cause a child to watch sexual activity, threats to kill and possessing a knife.
Car Boot King's top 10 bargains ahead of record bid
James Taroni of Car Boot Kings names 10 family bargains ahead of his September 20 attempt to host the largest car boot sale on earth in Sutton Coldfield.
Mum's plea after son's death: 'Check on your kids'
Nadia Houghton urges people to ask for help after son Ben Watton, 38, from Northfield, died suddenly on August 6. Nearly £10,000 raised for funeral.
Tamworth man jailed for life for 77-stab-wound murder of wife
Robert Alexander, 66, was jailed for life with a minimum of 20 years for stabbing his wife Christina 77 times at their Tamworth home in June last year.
Four West Midlands areas among 40 least friendly in England
Walsall, Sandwell, Wolverhampton and Birmingham rank among England's 40 most disconnected areas, with low neighbour trust and local pride, per the Government community life survey.
Leamington Spa Tops Midlands Happiness Rankings
Leamington Spa is the happiest place in the Midlands, ranking 12th UK-wide, while Birmingham sits 209th and Walsall 216th in Rightmove's study.
Households face £5,000 fine over 11pm music rule
Households playing loud music at home risk a £5,000 fine under council Noise Abatement Notices, with warning notices possible for noise above permitted levels from 11pm to 7am.
Child dies in Cheslyn Hay after cardiac arrest near village road
A child died in Cheslyn Hay, Staffordshire, on Saturday after paramedics responded to a cardiac arrest call. The death is being treated as unexplained, police said.
Small business credit cards: personal guarantee warning
UK directors may face personal liability for small business credit card debts through personal guarantees, even with limited company status, industry experts warn.
CCTV appeal after bank card stolen from pensioner, 82
West Midlands Police issue CCTV image of a woman after a bank card was stolen from an 82-year-old in Washwood Heath Road and used in a shop.
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