Midlands most dangerous towns and cities revealed in new crime data
Nottingham is the most dangerous place in the Midlands, ranking 6th nationally in new Home Office crime rates. Birmingham is 16th, with the full list revealed.
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Andy Burnham pushes back on crude benefit cuts in PIP row
Andy Burnham pushes back on crude benefit cuts in a BBC interview, urging a system that helps people into work instead of paying for welfare failure.
Graham Meacher of Fife wins Sir James Gildea Global Award
Fife volunteer Graham Meacher has been awarded the prestigious Sir James Gildea Global Award for 25 years of selfless service to armed forces charity SSAFA.
Pair guilty of Rocket drugs line between Midlands and Scunthorpe
Two people have been found guilty of running the ‘Rocket’ county lines drug operation between the West Midlands and Scunthorpe, police confirmed.
Female Safety App Offers 24/7 Emergency Support
A new free app, inspired by Alicia Redgrave's childhood, offers women real-time incident reporting and 24/7 human monitoring to help them feel safer.
Cradley Heath shop loses licence over illegal tobacco
G&G Market in Cradley Heath has had its licence revoked after repeatedly selling illegal cigarettes and tobacco, including to an undercover child.
Claimants Risk £150 Loss if They Miss August 23 Deadline
Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit claimants must ensure their energy bill name matches by August 23 or lose a potential £150 Warm Home Discount.
Birmingham's exempt homeless hostels triple, probe finds
More than 33,900 people now live in 12,166 exempt supported housing properties in Birmingham, triple pre-Covid levels, raising crime and disruption concerns.
£150 Warm Home Discount confirmed for four benefits
Households receiving Universal Credit, Housing Benefit, income-related ESA or Pension Credit can get £150 Warm Home Discount if named on bills by 23 August.
Aston inventor flew homemade plane decades before airport
In 1909, Aston engineer Alfred P Maxfield flew a homemade aircraft at Castle Bromwich, becoming Birmingham's first aviator 30 years before its airport opened.
Mum gets own room in new Wolverhampton council house
Lucy Whetton moved into a newly built three-bedroom council house in Penn, Wolverhampton, ending her need to share a bedroom with her daughter.
Staffordshire farmer avoids jail for cattle neglect
A Staffordshire farmer has been given a suspended prison sentence, community service and a 10-year animal ban after nearly 100 cattle were found neglected.
New dad banned from driving caught on M6 after baby
A new dad who drove his poorly mother home on the M6 just two months after his wife gave birth, while disqualified and uninsured, has been given a suspended prison sentence and a fresh driving ban.
Gym owner slams 'idiot drivers' after student, 13, hurt
Birmingham gym owner says 'this has to stop' after boy, 13, hit by car outside his Sparkbrook gym suffered suspected broken leg and calls for crossing
Birmingham Man Sentenced for Assault Over Breakfast
Acocks Green man Jordan Gayle, 45, was handed a 24-month community order at Birmingham Magistrates' Court for punching his girlfriend over a breakfast row.
Sunshine Fund ghost tour and duck race charity events
The Sunshine Fund's Halloween ghost tour at Chillingham Castle and September Duck Race in Ponteland Park raise money for disabled and terminally ill children.
Morocco Border Crisis: Riots and Migrant Storm Spain
At least 17 migrants have died after thousands stormed Spain's borders, sparking riots and arson in Morocco's Beni-Enzar town as the border crisis escalates.
Redditch Killer Chris Hemming Jailed for Life for Ex-Partner Murder
Chris Hemming has been jailed for life with a minimum term of 15 years and 117 days for the murder of his ex-partner Cheryl McKenna in Redditch, after making a chilling 999 confession.
Reform UK accused over Sandwell sanctuary status
Sandwell Council's Reform administration votes to scrap Borough of Sanctuary status, citing housing pressures. Opponents call it 'calculated nastiness' and say it will not ease the housing crisis.
Three boys arrested in Rugeley woodland arson probe
Three boys aged 12, 13 and 14 from Rugeley have been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a deliberate wildfire in Staffordshire woodland.
Urgent Appeal for Missing Solihull Girl, 14
Shaniye, 14, was last seen at 5pm on July 29 in Solihull wearing a light blue tracksuit. West Midlands Police urge anyone with information to call 999 immediately.
Man Arrested After Teen Shot in Birmingham
A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 17-year-old boy was shot in Birmingham, West Midlands Police confirmed.
Teen Arrested After Birmingham Shooting (30.07.2026)
A 19-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 15-year-old boy was shot in Birmingham's Newtown area. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Scottish Woman Found in Suitcase in Athens Remembered
The body of Elisabeth Jane Ross, 38, was discovered in a derelict building in Kypseli on July 18, with no visible wounds. Toxicology tests are underway as police investigate a possible criminal act.
Couple Banned After Dog Starved to Death on Farm
A couple has been banned from keeping animals for 10-12 years after a German Shepherd starved to death and cattle neglected on their Leek farm, receiving suspended prison sentences.
Missing Child Found Dead in Worcestershire Water
A five-year-old child missing from Badsey, Worcestershire has been found dead in water. Police confirm no suspicious circumstances and a coroner's inquest will be opened.
Man Arrested After Attack on Two Police Officers in Birmingham
A 30-year-old man has been arrested in Selly Oak after two West Midlands Police officers were attacked on Soho Road, one suffering a head injury, with further offences including burglary.
Gang Threatens to Stab Teen in Sutton Park Bike Theft
A 14-year-old boy was threatened with a knife by a gang on motorbikes in Streetly Playing Fields, Sutton Coldfield, who stole his bike, the second time he has been targeted.
£255K Boost for 62 Community Projects Tackling Poverty
A £255,000 fund distributes grants to 62 local charities and community groups, with awards from £299 to £15,320, to purchase vital equipment and resources to tackle poverty and improve lives.
CCTV Appeal After Assault Outside Sutton Coldfield Pub
A man required surgery after being punched outside The Gate Inn in Sutton Coldfield following England's 0-0 World Cup draw with Ghana. Police have released a CCTV image of a suspect they want to identify.
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