Boyfriend Guilty After Teen's Tower Block Fall in Solihull
Jordan Herring found guilty of grievous bodily harm after his 18-year-old girlfriend plunged from a fourth-floor window in Chelmsley Wood. The victim suffered multiple serious injuries.
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Citizens Advice: Vital Support for South Lakes Residents
South Lakes Citizens Advice provides free, confidential support on debt, benefits, housing and more in Kendal, with new BSL/DEAF service and outreach at Windermere Foodbank.
Two Arrested After Smethwick Car Theft
West Midlands Police have detained two men and recovered a stolen vehicle following a theft in Smethwick during the early hours of January 28.
Keighley Poltergeist Woman's Identity Revealed in Podcast
A new podcast reveals the identity of the woman at the centre of the 1925 Keighley poltergeist case, which attracted Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's attention, solving a century-old mystery.
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Fylde Ice Festival Returns to Lytham with Sculptures
The Fylde Ice Festival returns to Lytham on February 14th, featuring spectacular ice sculptures, interactive carving, a letter trail, and free family entertainment.
Parents' Plea for Missing Birmingham Graduate Son
The anguished parents of Ali Durrani, a 32-year-old data scientist who vanished in Northfield nearly a year ago, make an emotional appeal for information on his whereabouts.
Man Walks Free After Abusing Pregnant Partner
David Proctor, 42, subjected his girlfriend to years of violence including punching her while pregnant, but received a suspended sentence at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court.
Labour's Policing Plan: 13,000 New Officers for Kent
Labour announces major policing reforms including 13,000 additional neighbourhood officers, tougher action on shop theft, and new local accountability boards to make Kent communities safer.
RSPCA Seeks Animal Rescue Officers in West Midlands
The RSPCA is recruiting new Animal Rescue Officers across the West Midlands and other regions, highlighting the rewarding yet demanding nature of frontline animal welfare work.
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95-Year-Old Tied Up in Salford Robbery Attempt
A 95-year-old woman in Little Hulton was tied up and threatened by a man posing as a window cleaner. Police are hunting the suspect and appealing for information.
Stoke-on-Trent: Most Affordable City in West Midlands
Stoke-on-Trent emerges as the West Midlands' most affordable city, with two-bed homes under £50,000, while also ranking top for liveability in a major index.
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Birmingham Bin Strike: Union Vows 'Continue Action Indefinitely'
Birmingham's bin workers strike enters its second year with Unite union pledging to continue action 'for as long as it takes' amid stalled negotiations and council financial constraints.
Katie Price's Fourth Wedding: All the Details
Katie Price has married businessman Lee Andrews in a rapid ceremony in Dubai, just days after meeting him online. Here's the full story on her fourth wedding.
CCTV Images Released in Walsall Burglary Appeal
West Midlands Police have issued an appeal and released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak to regarding a burglary on Burrowes Street in Walsall last month.
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Junction Arts Launches 50 Stories Heritage Project
Junction Arts celebrates its 50th anniversary with a major heritage project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, collecting stories from across Derbyshire.
Men Stand Trial for Rape and Abduction of Girl, 12, in West Midlands
Mohammad Kabir and Ahmad Mulakhil are due to stand trial at Warwick Crown Court over charges including rape, abduction, and sexual assault of a child in Nuneaton.
Local Charity and Celebrant Discuss Life-Saving Work
Neil Patrick and Linda Casey from SADS UK joined Mike Porter's breakfast show to discuss cardiac charity work and a fundraising event in Brentwood, Essex.
Glasgow Foster Couple Guilty of Child Abuse
Douglas and Barbara Daniel convicted of subjecting fostered children to horrific abuse including confinement in animal pens and forced feeding of animal parts.
Free TV Licence for Eligible Pensioners Before Hike
State pensioners aged 75+ may qualify for a free TV Licence through Pension Credit, with nearly half a million missing out due to non-claiming ahead of the annual fee increase.
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Universal Credit Rebalancing for 8 Million Claimants
The DWP announces a rebalancing of Universal Credit payments following the largest annual claimant increase since the pandemic, with over eight million now receiving support.
Police Stop and Search Disparities Persist in West Midlands
West Midlands Police data reveals black people are three times more likely to face stop and search than white individuals, with ethnic minorities 1.8 times more likely, according to the Police and Crime Commissioner's annual report.
Birmingham's Most Dangerous Area Named in Crime Data
Analysis of West Midlands Police crime statistics reveals Lozells and East Handsworth remains Birmingham's most dangerous policing area, with over 2,300 serious offences recorded in 2025.
Chainsaw Attack Attempt Leads to Jail Term in Solihull
A 48-year-old man from Olton has been sentenced to over two years in prison after attempting to assault a dog walker with a chainsaw following a dispute in woodland near Gospel Lane.
Murder Probe After Woman, 84, Found Dead in Shropshire
West Mercia Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of an 84-year-old woman at a property in Prees Higher Heath. An 80-year-old man has been arrested.
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Teen Arrested After Pensioners Attacked in Leicester Park
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm after two men in their 60s were assaulted with a metal pole in Castle Gardens, Leicester. One victim remains hospitalised.
Police Chief Pledges to Repair Damage After Fan Ban
West Midlands Police's acting chief constable Scott Green commits to restoring community trust following the controversial ban on Israeli football fans in Birmingham.
Officer Injured in Oakham Hit-and-Run Incident
A Leicestershire police officer suffered minor injuries after being struck by a grey Honda CRV in a hit-and-run incident on High Street, Oakham. The driver fled the scene, abandoning the vehicle hours later.
Prison Officer Jailed Over Snapchat Sex Video Scandal
Alicia Novas, 20, has been imprisoned for misconduct after a secret relationship with inmate Declan Winkless was uncovered via explicit Snapchat videos.
Murder Probe After Body Found in River Nene
Cambridgeshire Police launch murder investigation after a man's body is discovered in the River Nene in Peterborough following reports of a chase.
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Mum Loses Appeal Over False Rape Claim
Chloe May's appeal against her 18-month jail term for fabricating a rape allegation at a Leicestershire hotel has been refused by the Court of Appeal.
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