Solihull Councillors Demand Speeding Fines for Road Safety
Solihull councillors across parties back a motion demanding 50% of speeding fine revenue, over £1.6m annually in the West Midlands, be ring-fenced for road safety improvements.
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Care Residents Host 'Come Dine With Me' Competition
Care residents across the West Midlands participated in a 'Come Dine With Me' competition, creating menus and critiquing meals at four care homes over two weeks.
Air Cadets Get £5,000 Grant from Alloy Wire International
Black Country Air Cadets have received a £5,000 grant from Alloy Wire International, enabling them to purchase essential equipment and expand training opportunities for young members.
Man dies after being hit by car in Wolverhampton
A pedestrian has died after being hit by a car in Wolverhampton city centre. Emergency services were called to Stafford Street at 6pm on Monday, July 13, but the man was confirmed dead at the scene.
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ShelterBox Moving to New Truro HQ After Decade
ShelterBox, the international disaster relief charity, is relocating from Truro city centre to Osprey House on Malpas Road by end of month. CEO Sanj Srikanthan says move reflects evolving work patterns and will free resources for disaster aid.
Nationwide Warns Half of Low-Income Families Face Debt This Summer
Nationwide warns around half of low-income families on Universal Credit may face added debt this summer due to loss of school support, with two in three parents worried about bills.
Police Appeal for Missing Birmingham Teens
West Midlands Police urgently seeking public help to locate two missing teenagers from Birmingham, last seen in the city centre.
Bromsgrove Sporting FC burgled after England match
Bromsgrove Sporting FC was broken into hours after hosting an England World Cup match. The intruders attempted to disable security but were foiled by backup systems.
Black Country Air Cadets Get £5,000 Grant
The Black Country Air Cadets have received a £5,000 grant from Alloy Wire International, enabling them to fund new equipment and training opportunities for young members.
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Birmingham bus driver attacked and racially abused
A Birmingham bus driver was assaulted and racially abused on the number 27 service in Kings Heath. Police release CCTV images of two men they want to identify.
Students Share Insights from Shadowing MP Marie Goldman
Four A-level students describe their work experience with MP Marie Goldman, gaining firsthand insight into Parliament and constituency work in Chelmsford.
Renters Rights Act: Landlord Insurance Guide
A new guide helps Birmingham landlords navigate insurance changes under the Renters Rights Act, ensuring compliance and protecting investments.
Seven New Landlord and Renter Rules from Nov 2026
From November 2026, Awaab's Law expands to cover seven new hazards including falls, structural issues, electrical faults, hygiene, excess cold/heat, and fire risks, requiring landlords to act urgently.
Appeal After Bus Driver Assaulted and Racially Abused
A bus driver in West Midlands was assaulted and racially abused; police are appealing for witnesses to identify the suspect.
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Birmingham trio jailed for Weston-Super-Mare drug line
Three Birmingham men have been jailed for running the 'Chase' drug line in Weston-Super-Mare, using code words 'coffee' and 'milk' for crack cocaine and heroin, with an estimated 2,700 customers.
Mum dies after Smethwick crash that killed her toddler
Khushpreet Kaur, 30, has died from injuries sustained in a December 2024 Smethwick crash that killed her two-year-old son Shehbaz Singh. Driver Sharjeel Shahzad jailed for 15 years.
Benefits Claimants Exempt from Hosepipe Ban
Two water companies exempt DWP benefits claimants on WaterSure tariff from hosepipe ban, sparking political backlash from Reform and Conservative MPs.
England Flag Law: £2,500 Fines for World Cup Semi-Final
Flying the England flag at home for the World Cup semi-final against Argentina could result in a £2,500 fine if rules are broken. The Labour government website outlines strict flag display regulations.
Jude Bellingham's Dad: Police Officer Who Raised England Star
Jude Bellingham's father, a West Midlands Police officer and former footballer, played a key role in his son's rise to England stardom, balancing policing with football coaching.
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Royal Mail probes bride-to-be's claim ring stolen in Birmingham
Royal Mail investigates after bride-to-be Nadya Giffen claims her late mother's engagement ring was stolen during delivery to a Birmingham workshop, sparking a full inquiry.
Man Choked on Oversized Pancake, Court Told
A vulnerable man choked to death on oversized pancake pieces when his care worker turned his back for less than 10 seconds, a manslaughter trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court has heard.
Cancer Battler Heart Attack After No-Fault Eviction
Caroline Kari, 52, from Acocks Green, suffered a heart attack after being served a Section 21 no-fault eviction notice, just weeks before the law was abolished. She says she feels suicidal and has nowhere to go.
Birmingham Man Assaults Sister Over Brother's Death
Carl Gloster was found guilty of assaulting his sister after a family row over their brother's death, leaving her with four fractured ribs. He received a suspended sentence.
Dudley Shoplifter Fined for Two-Day One Stop Crime Spree
Carl Wagner, 39, was fined £80 after stealing alcohol from One Stop in Stratford-upon-Avon over two days, claiming he was too drunk to remember.
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Donald McPherson's Whereabouts After Paula Leeson Death
Millionaire Paula Leeson died in a Danish pool in 2017. Husband Donald McPherson was acquitted of murder in 2021. A civil court ruled he unlawfully killed her, but he avoided prison for her death. He was jailed for contempt in 2025 and is now believed to
Man dies in moped crash with car in Shropshire
A moped rider has died following a collision with a car in Eaton Constantine, Shropshire. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Man Charged After Gun Spotted in Sparkbrook Street
Hayyaan Sheikh, 27, charged with firearms and nitrous oxide offences after a gun was allegedly seen in George Street, Sparkbrook, Birmingham.
Armed Police Seize Loaded Gun and Swords in BMW Stop
Armed police stopped a BMW on the Black Country Route, recovering a loaded handgun and swords linked to a savage Birmingham attack. Four men jailed.
Pensioner in Hospital After Morrisons Collision in Pendeford
A woman in her 70s was taken to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car at a Morrisons store in Pendeford, Wolverhampton. The driver is assisting police.
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Tamworth hit-and-run: girl seriously hurt, air ambulance lands
A young girl was seriously injured after a motorbike carrying two teenagers struck her pushbike in Glascote Heath, Tamworth. The riders fled towards Stoneydelph. Police appeal for witnesses.
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