CCTV appeal after man punched in Kingswinford petrol robbery
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of three men after a man was punched in the head during a fuel theft at a Kingswinford petrol station on July 22.
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HS2 slammed over 'unbearable' fishy smell in Midlands
HS2 faces backlash as residents in Coleshill and Water Orton report 'overwhelming' fishy odour from tunnelling works, prompting MP Rachel Taylor to demand action.
Opt Out of the Open Electoral Register: UK Guide
Learn how to remove your name from the Open Register to stop junk mail and cold calls. Opting out takes two minutes and doesn't affect your vote or credit score.
Man Charged with Child Sexual Assaults in Birmingham
Shazad Malik, 48, charged with three child sexual assaults after Alum Rock shop incident; video on social media sparked community concerns.
Shoplifter jailed for 48 Black Country shop thefts
Matthew Marsh, 33, jailed for 36 weeks after stealing £2,740 from 48 shops in Rowley Regis and Sandwell, assaulting a PC, and breaching a community order.
DWP Driving Licence Stripping for Benefits Debtors from October
From October, the DWP can apply to courts to strip driving licences from benefits claimants with debts over £1,000, under new anti-fraud powers criticised as 'mass financial surveillance'.
Drivers Risk £100 Fine During UK Solar Eclipse
Drivers face £100 fines during Wednesday's solar eclipse as crowds flock to viewpoints. Over 90% of the Sun will be obscured, the most since 1999.
Midlands Cities Among UK's Worst for Sex Attacks
Nottingham and Stoke-on-Trent rank among UK's worst for sex offences. Nottingham 8th with 5.2 per 1,000 residents; Stoke 10th. Conviction rates remain low.
Lozells dad jailed after gun 'under bed, not mine' claim
Tashaun Bailey, 22, from Lozells, was jailed for seven years after police found a loaded gun, drugs, and £40k cash in a Cradley Heath stash house.
Walsall van driver banned after M4 speeding
Eric Oppong, 50, from Walsall, was banned from driving for six months after being caught speeding at 57mph in a 50mph zone on the M4.
Birmingham's Peaceful Streets: Where Residents Sleep Soundly
Discover Birmingham's safest neighborhoods, like Sutton Coldfield's Four Oaks and New Hall, with low crime rates and peaceful streets.
Smethwick Flats Rat Infestation Linked to Nappies
A Smethwick resident says fly-tipped nappies in a tree at Cygnet Court have attracted rats and mice, with a mouse entering her flat. Complaints to management have been ignored despite £177 monthly fees.
M54 Shropshire Closure: Police Incident Shuts Westbound
M54 westbound closed between J2 and J3 due to police-led incident. Diversion route in place as National Highways assist. Updates follow.
67-Year-Old Note Found in Derby Almshouse
A handwritten note hidden in 1959 was discovered during The Liversage Trust's £3.4m refurbishment of Grade II listed almshouses on London Road, Derby, offering a personal glimpse into the past.
HMRC Urges Parents to Act by August 31 or Lose Child Benefit
HMRC warns Child Benefit payments stop on August 31 unless parents confirm teen's education plans. Up to £2,337 yearly at stake for two-child families.
Keep Flies Out of Your Home: Summer Tips and Tricks
Flies invade UK homes in summer. Learn why they enter, DIY traps, natural repellents, and prevention tips to keep your house fly-free all season long.
Police appeal after disorder at Wolves v Port Vale match
West Midlands Police appeal for witnesses after disorder at Wolves v Port Vale EFL Cup match led to five arrests, including a teen for harassment.
Firefighters Tackle Park Blaze Amid Dry Weather
Nearly 30 firefighters extinguished a grassland fire at Millfields Pool, West Bromwich, as dry weather continues. Eight crews responded, no injuries reported.
Metro Bank customer loses £14,000 in Claude scam
A Sussex man lost £14,244 after fraudsters used his card to buy Claude AI credits. Metro Bank has refunded him while pursuing a chargeback with Anthropic.
Man critical after Dingle assault; two teens arrested
A man in his 30s is in critical condition after being assaulted by six males outside a takeaway in Dingle, Liverpool. Two teenagers have been arrested.
Birmingham Wildfire Warning: Public Told to Stay Alert
Birmingham public urged to stay vigilant as wildfire risk rises; fire services issue safety advice to prevent blazes.
Unsolved Murders: West Midlands' Cold Cases That Defy Justice
Explore the most baffling unsolved murders in the West Midlands, from Natalie Putt to Azmat Yaqub, where killers evaded justice for over two decades.
Drug dealer jailed over £65,000 stash in Staffordshire
Kevin Gordon Hunter, 58, was jailed for 5 years and 3 months after police found £65,000 of drugs and £2,000 cash in Bentilee, Stoke-on-Trent.
Boy, 15, among three arrested after man slashed
A 15-year-old boy, a 54-year-old man, and a 42-year-old woman were arrested after a 32-year-old man was slashed near Sandy Banks Nature Reserve in Nottingham. Police say the victim's injuries are not life-threatening.
Man Charged with Murder in Sutton Coldfield Stabbing
Joseph Cargill, 20, has been charged with murder after Stephen Clarke, 32, died from stab wounds in Chester Road, Sutton Coldfield, on August 8. Police appeal for witnesses.
Family's holiday nightmare after Birmingham Airport baggage chaos
A Staffordshire family arrived in Gran Canaria without luggage after Birmingham Airport baggage belt failure, spending €400 on essentials and missing vital medication.
Nearly 5,000 Cannabis Plants Worth £5m Found in Birmingham
Nearly 5,000 cannabis plants worth almost £5 million were found at a Birmingham industrial unit after engineers investigated a power cut, police said.
Three Injured in Bristol Car Pavement Incident, Arrest Made
Three people injured after car mounts pavement in Stokes Croft, Bristol; one arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, police say.
Cyclist injured in Jewellery Quarter hit-and-run
A cyclist in his 20s was injured in a hit-and-run at Vyse Street and Great Hampton Street. Police are seeking the driver.
Floral Tribute at Sutton Coldfield Stabbing Scene
A floral tribute has been left at the Chester Road stabbing scene in Sutton Coldfield, where a man in his 30s died. A suspect in his 20s remains in custody.
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