Birmingham rat hotspot: 950% rise in one postcode
Birmingham is the UK's rat hotspot, with the B postcode area recording 315 call-outs in a year. The B15 area saw a 950% rise, and JG Pest Control says rodents are no longer just a winter issue.
Category : Community
Wolverhampton teen grieving brother's death arrested after police call
Erin Hudson, 18, of Wolverhampton, was fined £467 after admitting assaulting police and a paramedic. The court heard she was grieving her brother's death from cancer and had 'wanted to be left alone'.
Erdington drug dealer jailed after father's addiction
Mohammed Ali, 30, jailed for four and a half years for County Lines drug dealing, following a background shaped by his father's addiction and his own reoffending after a 2021 conviction.
Birmingham street top for UK driving fines with 100,985 tickets
Corporation Street in Birmingham issued 100,985 Penalty Charge Notices in 2025/2026, the highest in the UK, with nearly 277 tickets daily, mainly for clean air zone breaches.
Activist accuses WMP of 'clear bias' over social media post
Femi Oluwole, a Birmingham activist, accuses West Midlands Police of 'clear bias' after reporting a tweet he saw as a threat, but officers warned his own post was 'borderline an offence'.
Solihull housing scheme delayed, delivery to 2032
The Accelerated Housing Delivery programme in Solihull faces delays, with a change request to extend delivery to April 2032 and increase funding by £0.424 million, amid planning and legislation issues.
WMP hunt murder suspects, urge public to call 999
West Midlands Police are hunting two murder suspects, Dahir Ali and Zachariah Liburd, urging anyone with information to call 999 immediately.
Birmingham shop fined for selling WKD Blue to teen
7 Star Food and Wine in Glenpark Road fined £154 after a test purchase saw a 16-year-old buy WKD Blue without ID. The court heard Challenge 25 was not applied.
Birmingham cannabis dealer caught after train ticket dodge
Mohammed Ammar, 22, of Weoley Castle, avoided jail after admitting supplying cannabis to fund his habit. He was caught at Selly Oak station without a ticket, leading to discovery of drugs at his home.
Drug mule with £500k cannabis spared jail
Jordan Kane, 27, caught with £500k cannabis at Birmingham Airport, avoids prison. He admitted importing class B drug but feared repercussions from organizers.
Council warns of GoFundMe scams after Stourbridge fire
Dudley Council warns residents about fake GoFundMe pages for Stourbridge fire victims, urging donations only via official channels. The council has set up its own verified fundraising page.
Police cordon in Hockley after Birmingham city centre incident
A police cordon was set up at the corner of Icknield Street and Camden Street in Hockley, Birmingham, at 5.40pm on 15 Aug 2026, with an officer guarding the scene opposite Tesco Superstore.
TikToker Jumps Fence to Help Fight Birmingham Fire
A TikToker jumped over a garden fence to help fight a fire in Birmingham, capturing the moment on video. The fire broke out in a residential area, and the quick action helped prevent further damage.
Birmingham man jailed for £71k Pokémon card thefts
Shane Johnson, 37, of no fixed address, was jailed for 45 months and four weeks for burglary after stealing over £71,000 in Pokémon cards and other items from shops in Warrington and Rugby.
Man Shot in Leg Near Brierley Hill Pub; Two Arrested
A man was shot in the leg during a disorder in Amblecote Road, Brierley Hill, on Saturday afternoon. Two men have been arrested, and police are appealing for information.
Two Women Arrested After Wolverhampton House Fire
Two women, aged 36 and 56, have been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire damaged two homes on Mount Road, Wolverhampton, with no injuries reported.
Sutton Coldfield Leads Birmingham's Lowest Crime Areas
Sutton Four Oaks has the fewest violent and sexual offences in Birmingham, with 359 in 12 months. Other safe spots include Jewellery Quarter, Hall Green, and Oscott.
Acocks Green road closed after man hit by vehicle and attacked
A man in his 50s was hit by a white vehicle and assaulted in Shaftmoor Lane, Acocks Green, on Friday night. Police closed the road for over six hours and have launched an appeal for witnesses.
5.0 Quake Hits Granada, Spain, Forcing Evacuations
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck Granada, Spain, at 1:04 am, causing damage and evacuations. No injuries reported, but officials warn of more tremors.
Crewkerne groups get £6,700 funding chance
Local charities and groups in Crewkerne can apply for a share of £6,700 from Allison Homes South West, pledged through its Goldwell Farm development. The funding supports projects in mental health, education, youth services, and the environment.
Friends' 200-Mile Tractor Run for Wales Air Ambulance
Four lifelong friends will drive vintage tractors 200 miles to raise funds for Wales Air Ambulance after visiting the base and meeting crew.
Man found dead in Sutton Park woodland, police confirm
A man has been found dead in Sutton Park woodland in Sutton Coldfield. Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Murray Park pupils pack food hampers for local families
Eight students at Murray Park School in Mickleover spent a day packing food hampers for 20 local families, supported by a £1,000 donation and staff involvement.
Oswestry Balloon Carnival safety update after wildfire alert
Oswestry Balloon Carnival organisers have issued an important safety update after a severe wildfire alert, adding extra fire precautions and risk assessments for the August 22-23 event.
Stourbridge family flees wildfire on doorbell camera
A Stourbridge family fled their home as a wildfire engulfed it, captured on doorbell camera. Around 19 homes were destroyed in the West Midlands blazes.
Caerphilly Retail Team Covers 1,115 Miles for Charity
Twenty retailers from Castle Court Shopping Centre in Caerphilly raised over £1,000 by covering 1,115 miles in July for Wales Air Ambulance, doubling their original target.
Graduate drug dealer with £62k cannabis avoids prison
Arjun Bilkhu, 25, caught with £62,000 cannabis and a knuckleduster, avoided prison. He received an 18-month community order, 100 hours unpaid work, and 20 rehab days.
90-year-old raises £950 for Wales Air Ambulance
Doreen Harries, 90, from Jeffreyston, asked for donations instead of gifts at her birthday tea party, raising £950 for Wales Air Ambulance. The charity, which relies on £13m annual public donations, thanked her for the lifesaving contribution.
Ibstock Palace Show Returns August 22 with Garden Themes
The annual Palace show returns on August 22, celebrating local talent and produce. Entries accepted 8.30am-11.15am; displays open at 2.30pm. Free entry, with produce sale and tombola for LOROS.
Man seriously injured in assault near Grand Central
A man in his 50s was found seriously injured on Navigation Street in Birmingham city centre on 15 August, with police treating it as an assault and appealing for witnesses.
Page 44 of 580