Car Driven at Three People Outside Black Country Pub
Three people were hospitalised after a car was deliberately driven at them outside a pub in the Black Country. Police are investigating attempted murder.
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Car Driven at Three Outside Cradley Heath Pub, Man Hurt
A man sustained minor injuries after a car was driven at three people outside a pub in Cradley Heath. West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image of a suspect and appeal for witnesses.
Man dies, two injured in Birmingham car crash after hitting tree
A man died and two others were injured after a car hit a tree and overturned in Birmingham. Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses.
Birmingham Dogs Get Puppuccinos, Play and Prizes
Over 500 dogs are expected at Birmingham's annual Paws in the Park event, featuring puppuccinos, agility courses, and prize giveaways, organisers confirm.
Birmingham Dealers Convicted Over AI Cannabis Query
Two Birmingham drug dealers were convicted after police traced their AI chatbot queries about cannabis cultivation, leading to a seizure of plants worth £250,000.
Birmingham dealers asked AI for cannabis recipe before arrest
Two Birmingham drug dealers who asked AI how to make strong cannabis were arrested after police found drugs and cash. They pleaded guilty and await sentencing.
M6 motorist more than three times drink-drive limit
A driver on the M6 was arrested after blowing 114 micrograms of alcohol in breath, over three times the legal limit of 35, and also having no licence or insurance.
Officer Sacked for Secretly Accessing Police Data
West Midlands Police PC Tayab Ali dismissed without notice after accessing confidential information hundreds of times over four years for personal curiosity.
Smethwick HMO Tenant Avoids Jail for Knife Threat
Maciej Pelczar, 48, threatened his housemate with two kitchen knives at a Smethwick HMO in October 2024. He received a suspended sentence of 18 months.
VAT Cut on Family Days Out: Full List of Discounts
The government has slashed VAT from 20% to 5% on family attractions, cinema tickets, and children's meals. Find out which venues in Birmingham are offering savings this summer.
Birmingham man punches girlfriend over breakfast row
A Birmingham man punched his girlfriend in the face during an argument over him not getting breakfast, a court heard. He was sentenced to a 24-month community order.
Woman admits strangling partner in Birmingham hotel
Mikayla Gumbs, 20, pleaded guilty to strangling her ex-partner in a Birmingham hotel room, leaving him with neck pain. Sentencing adjourned due to dispute over attack duration.
Woman who drove at mother outside garage avoids prison
Tammy McMullon deliberately drove her Ford Focus at her estranged mother outside a Cradley Heath garage. She was convicted but given a suspended 12-month sentence.
Exempt Hostels Triple in Birmingham Since Pre-Covid
Birmingham's exempt supported hostels have tripled since 2018, with 33,904 people in 12,166 properties, driving out families and linked to crime, according to a new probe.
Willenhall: Unhappy but Welcoming
Despite ONS data showing a below-average happiness score of 7.3, Willenhall's community spirit and appeal to newcomers tell a different story.
Foundations Furniture Appeals for Unwanted Items to Aid Families
Foundations Furniture launches free collection of preloved furniture and appliances in Tyne and Wear to support families facing financial hardship, homelessness, or domestic abuse.
Abuse survivor raises £3,500 for NSPCC with challenges
Ian James, a child abuse survivor, has raised £3,500 through physical feats and aims to reach £5,000 for the NSPCC with a 24-hour assault bike event and a 212-mile walk from London to Liverpool.
Freddy Brazier's Ex Claims Dog Mistreated Before Attack
Holly Swinburn alleges Freddie Brazier's dog Pablo was mistreated before mauling him; police deadline for rehoming expires Tuesday, July 28.
Kids Face Fines for Kicking Balls Over Neighbour's Fence
A High Court ruling confirms parents can be fined if their child kicks a football over a neighbour's fence, after a couple successfully sued a school for nuisance.
Man charged after woman punched on Broad Street Birmingham
Thaer Shook, 31, charged with assault by beating after a woman was punched on Broad Street, Birmingham, just before 8am on July 24. He appears in court July 27.
Scissor Lift Theft in Digbeth Under Police Investigation
Police are investigating the suspected theft of a scissor lift in Digbeth, Birmingham, after video showed it being ridden along a pavement. The machine was found early Sunday.
British Gas meter mix-up leads to 19% tariff increase
British Gas has mixed up energy meters in new-build homes, causing customers to be billed for each other's energy and face a 19% tariff increase, according to a letter to the Guardian.
£1bn Unclaimed Benefits in Birmingham and West Midlands
Birmingham and the West Midlands have £1bn in unclaimed benefits annually, with £435m in Birmingham alone, according to a new report on missing Pension Credit and other support.
Teen Arrested After Birmingham Pub Attack
A 17-year-old girl has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm after a woman was injured in an attack at a pub in Kings Norton, Birmingham, late on Friday night.
Willenhall Laundry Burglary: Police Appeal for Help
West Midlands Police release CCTV of two men after cash and laundry products stolen from a Stroud Avenue shop in Willenhall at 4am on June 24.
Rolf Harris doc prompts smartglasses child safety warning
Following a documentary on Rolf Harris, Susan Lee examines how predators hide in plain sight and raises concerns that smartglasses could provide a new tool for those who prey on children.
Cash and Drugs Seized in Bordesley Green Police Stop
Thousands of pounds in cash and Class A drugs were seized by West Midlands Police after a vehicle suspected of drug dealing was stopped in Bordesley Green, leading to three arrests.
Under-16s Banned from High-Caffeine Energy Drinks from 2027
From April 2027, children under 16 in England will be banned from buying energy drinks with over 150mg caffeine per litre, including Red Bull and Monster.
Rights to Cut Neighbor's Overhanging Tree Branches
Homeowners can legally cut overhanging branches from a neighbour's tree without permission, provided they do not trespass, but must beware of Tree Preservation Orders and potential fines up to £20,000.
Helicopter Aids Arrests in Bilston Bike Chase
A 25-year-old man has been charged and a 15-year-old arrested after a police helicopter tracked off-road bikes in Bilston, with one rider fleeing the wrong way down a road.
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