Wolverhampton cramped HMO appeal rejected
A government planning inspector has thrown out an appeal to convert a home in Woden Road, Wolverhampton, into a six-bed HMO, agreeing with council that rooms would be too cramped and uncomfortable.
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Tinted Plates Risk MOT Failure and £1,000 Fine
Drivers with tinted number plates face immediate MOT failure and fines up to £1,000, warns National Scrap Car. Searches for darkened plates have surged 22% in three months.
WMP add four new suspects to most wanted list
West Midlands Police have added four new suspects to their most wanted list, appealing for public help. Andrew Cooper, Christopher Cooley, Akram Nesseri, and Ehsan Kochi are wanted for various offences including burglary and recall to prison.
West Midlands cold cases unsolved for over 20 years
Unsolved murders in the West Midlands, including Natalie Putt and Daniel Miller, remain open after 20 years, with detectives still seeking leads.
Birmingham woman left TUI Kos hotel after £2,000 nightmare
Dani Baker and partner Keiran left their £2,000 TUI holiday in Kos after one day, finding stained carpets, broken AC, and no door lock at the Kipriotis Panorama Hotel and Suites.
Two Midlands cities in UK's worst 10 for sex offences
Nottingham and Stoke-on-Trent rank among England's worst areas for sexual offences, with rates of 5.2 and 5 per 1,000 residents, according to official crime data.
Birmingham passenger caught with cannabis at Selly Oak
Mohammed Ammar, 22, was stopped at Selly Oak station without a ticket, found with 16g cannabis, and later 51g at home, leading to a drug supply charge.
Sandwell happiness 7.5 masks Oldbury homelessness
ONS figures rank Sandwell happiness at 7.5, above Birmingham's 7.2, but Oldbury locals reveal a stark reality of homelessness and rough sleeping.
£75 fines for drivers littering in East Staffordshire
East Staffordshire Borough Council introduces £75 fixed penalty notices for drivers littering from vehicles, with reductions and increases based on payment timing.
Telford 3,400-home scheme would swallow good crop land
A 273-hectare site near Telford, mostly arable farmland, is earmarked for 3,400 homes, with 118 hectares rated as 'good' quality agricultural land, raising concerns over food production.
Birmingham takeaway fined for allergen failures
Mediterranean Pizza in Yardley Wood fined £4,000 after staff could not explain allergens in food, posing a risk to public health.
Birmingham man jailed for eight-year neighbour feud
Mohammed Bostan, 40, jailed for over two years for eight-year campaign of harassment against a Birmingham couple and their four children at Studley Tower, Highgate.
Birmingham mum admits hiding children info from DWP
Selina Begum, 24, from Frankley, pleaded guilty to two counts of dishonestly failing to disclose information to the DWP to obtain Universal Credit, involving two children between March 2023 and October 2024.
Birmingham firm denies unlicensed HMO flats claims
A Birmingham real estate firm has denied accusations of operating unlicensed flats in two HMOs, following a council investigation into housing standards.
Best Summer Walks in West Midlands: 10 Top Picks
Discover 10 of the best places for a summer walk in the West Midlands this weekend, from scenic canals to woodland trails, perfect for all abilities.
6 Riverside Spots in West Midlands for August
Discover six scenic riverside locations in the West Midlands perfect for August visits, from tranquil canals to lively riverbanks.
Ex-RAF soldier stole £30k from friends and neighbours
A former RAF soldier has been jailed after stealing nearly £30,000 worth of belongings from friends and neighbours he cleaned for in Birmingham.
Quinton blaze: Firefighters save homes from 'considerable damage'
A large fire in Quinton, Birmingham, caused considerable damage to gardens but was brought under control before reaching homes, with a baby pigeon rescued.
Dudley councillor who helped fight Stourbridge wildfire speaks
A Dudley councillor who helped battle a large wildfire in Stourbridge has spoken of his shock and disbelief at the scale of the blaze, which destroyed acres of woodland.
Walsall Centre Opens for Evacuated Residents
A Walsall community centre has opened its doors to residents evacuated due to nearby fires, providing shelter and support. The centre is offering a safe space and refreshments.
Community Fights Fires Before Fire Crews Arrive
Residents of a West Midlands town fought fires themselves until firefighters arrived, preventing further damage. The community's quick action was praised by officials.
Sandwell Community Praised After Golf Course Fire
A fire at a golf course in Sandwell destroyed homes, but the community's response was praised by officials, according to BirminghamWorld.
Emergency alert after UK fires
An emergency alert was sent to all mobile phones in England and Wales warning of a very high risk of wildfires. The alert came as firefighters battled blazes in Birmingham and Stourbridge.
UK govt sends 7pm phone alert warning of fire risk
The UK government will send a 7pm alert to phones warning of an exceptional fire risk across England, urging vigilance and immediate reporting of fires.
Fire at Ley Hill Park in Northfield as firefighters urge stay away
Around 20 firefighters are tackling a grassland fire at Ley Hill Park in Northfield, Birmingham. The public is urged to stay away and the number 18 bus is diverted.
Man charged with burglary and knife offence in Birmingham
A man has been charged with burglary and possession of a knife after an incident in Birmingham. He is due in court today.
Stourbridge Wildfire: 14 Fire Crews Still Battling
Fourteen fire crews remain at the Stourbridge wildfire scene, with efforts expected to continue for days as crews tackle the large blaze.
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Six fire crews respond to Birmingham wildfire
Six fire crews responded to a wildfire in Birmingham on Wednesday afternoon, with crews from multiple stations tackling the blaze. No injuries were reported.
Police launch probe into Stourbridge fire that gutted 19 homes
An investigation has been launched into the Stourbridge fire that destroyed 19 homes and damaged 18 more. Police have set up a public portal for information as they work to establish the cause.
Two charged after Tyseley raid on 'Snowy' drugs line
A man and a woman have been charged with drug offences after West Midlands Police raided a Tyseley address linked to the 'Snowy' County Line, seizing cash, drugs and weapons.
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