West Midlands Police's Guardian Taskforce arrested nearly 700 people and seized over 1,400 weapons in a year-long crackdown on knife crime. Read the full report on the team's enforcement and prevention efforts.
The new state pension will rise to £12,547 in April 2026, a £575 annual increase. Find out exactly how much more you'll get and what the triple lock means for you.
West Midlands Police warn drivers that alcohol stays in the system longer than many think. Officers are out in force on New Year's Day to protect lives. Think before you drive.
A Sandwell shop stripped of its licence for selling illegal alcohol, vapes and Viagra has applied for a new permit. The council will decide on 6 January.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces those living solely on the state pension will not pay income tax, despite future rises breaching the personal allowance. Key details explained.
Seven inmates died at HMP Birmingham last year as prison deaths across England and Wales rose by 30%. Coroner warns 'more will die' without action on drone drug drops.
As 2026 approaches, Baba Vanga's chilling prophecy about technology and morality resurfaces. Explore the mystic's predictions on ethics, cancer tests, and global instability. Read the full analysis.
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Step back in time to 1956 Birmingham. See archive photos of new housing estates, diesel trains, Austin cars, and royal visits that shaped the West Midlands. Explore the city's history now.
A review of the key Birmingham criminals jailed in 2025 for race-related crimes, from mosque terror plots to violent disorder and online threats. Explore the cases that exposed the city's underlying tensions.
New data reveals the UK's most stolen cars, with the Ford Fiesta topping the list. Discover the top 10 targeted models and the criminal strategies behind the thefts.
Colette and Jade Glenn lost a combined 10 stone after joining a Slimming World group in Kings Heath. Discover how a simple poster changed their lives and led to a Woman of the Year win.
A Bloxwich man admitted to police he had accessed indecent images of children only after his wife left the room. Miroslaw Dobersztajn, 48, received a suspended sentence at Wolverhampton Crown Court.
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From a selfless teen saving a life on a bus to Black Sabbath's historic reunion, discover the uplifting stories that defined the Midlands in 2025. Read the full round-up.
Former Coronation Street actress Georgia May Foote opens up about her devastating 2025 after her beauty salon was destroyed in a fire and personal struggles.
BBC Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball opens up on her podcast about the intimate and unusual things she finds 'sexy' about her new live-in partner, whom she calls 'The Lodger'.
Married At First Sight UK's Leisha Lightbody suggests she's dating a mystery Premier League player months after her split from Reiss Boyce. Get the exclusive details on her new romance.
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Katie Price vents about her children leaving prawn cocktail in her car during a festive family trip to visit her ill mother. The star also revealed exciting plans for 2026.
Former X Factor star Chico pleaded not guilty to drink-driving in a London court. The singer, famed for 'It's Chico Time', was bailed until an April trial. Read the full story.
Former Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan reveals she crashed her car on December 30, 2025, calling it 'hassle' as she opened up on feeling 'deflated'. Read her candid update.
A 24-year-old man has been charged with multiple drug offences after West Midlands Police raids in Walsall. Ashley Burrows is due in court following the seizure of Class A drugs.
Moya Cole Hospice announces its 2026 fundraising challenge calendar, featuring marathons, treks, and cycling events. Join to support vital palliative care across Greater Manchester.
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David Beckham's reflective New Year's post highlights his wife and children but pointedly excludes eldest son Brooklyn, fuelling speculation about an ongoing family feud. Discover the details.
Residents on a Codsall street are urged to be vigilant after an attempted burglary at 3.45am. Police warn the offenders may target another property. Stay alert.
Discover why Cannon Hill Park in Moseley is hailed as Birmingham's most compelling green space for a refreshing New Year's Day walk. Explore 80 acres of gardens and 120 acres of woodland.
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Queen Camilla praised the courage of BBC commentator John Hunt and his daughter Amy following the murders of his wife and two daughters. Read their emotional story and the legacy they are building.
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