Murder Charge 15 Months After Man Dies in Disturbance
Charles Lewis, 47, has been charged with the murder of Ivan Takev, 15 months after the incident in Trent Vale, Stoke. He will appear in court in August.
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Why Belfast Riots Matter for Birmingham
Birmingham's diversity is under threat from far-right riots elsewhere. Social media fuels hatred, but the city's strength lies in its multicultural fabric.
Hunt for Gunman After Shots Fired at Midlands Home
Police are hunting a gunman after shots were fired at a house in Cobridge, Stoke-on-Trent, in a targeted attack. No injuries were reported.
Pub to Pub Half Marathon Raises £20,000+ for Charities
The annual Pub to Pub Half Marathon in Cheshire raised over £20,000 for CRY and Cancer Research North West, uniting the community in a 13-mile run/walk.
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Police smash drug ring, seize £130k in plant pots
West Midlands Police busted a county lines drug operation, finding £130,000 in cash and drugs hidden in plant pots. Two offenders jailed for 18.5 years combined.
Manhunt for Escaped Prisoner Who Assaulted Guard
A manhunt is underway after Temitope Segun escaped from a prison van near Woolwich High Street, assaulting a guard. Police urge the public not to approach him.
Midland Dad Stabbed at £2.5m Home After Football Bash
Neil Muller, 54, was found stabbed at his luxury Claverdon home hours after attending his village football club's end-of-season awards at the Red Lion pub. A 55-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of murder.
Birmingham Teen Charged with Firearm Possession
Abdullah Emanuel, 19, charged with firearm and ammunition possession after police recover gun in Small Heath. Six arrested, five bailed.
Driveway Rule Warning for England Households
Homeowners in England risk having their driveways deemed 'illegal' if they fail to meet strict drainage and planning rules, experts warn.
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Belfast Riots: 12 Officers Injured, MP Slams 'Racist Thuggery'
Twelve police officers were injured in Belfast as masked rioters threw bricks and petrol bombs. Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn condemned the 'racist thuggery' amid unrest linked to a knife attack.
Primary Pupil Caught with Knife at Stoke School
A primary school pupil was found with a knife in their bag at Heron Cross Primary School in Stoke-on-Trent. Staffordshire Police and other agencies responded.
DVLA Rule: Pensioners Must Drive 175 Miles or Lose Licence
A DVLA eyesight requirement means state pensioners must travel up to 175 miles for a test or risk losing their licence. One 79-year-old faces a 400-mile round trip.
Sex Trafficker Convicted in Absence Last Seen in Birmingham
Sharam Muhamadi, 21, convicted of child sex trafficking, vanished before sentencing. Last seen in Birmingham's Small Heath Park area. Police hunt continues.
Millions of UK Homes at Risk of Sinking from Climate Crisis
British Geological Survey warns that millions of homes in London, Essex, Kent, and Oxford are at risk of sinking due to climate change-induced ground shrinkage.
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Birmingham Knifeman Jailed 17 Years for Brutal Attack
Mohamed Mahamad, 37, from Handsworth, was jailed for 17 years after stabbing, punching, and kicking a man in Gibson Road, then calmly walking away without stealing anything.
Wednesbury schoolboy attacked by balaclava thugs
A schoolboy was attacked by a group of boys wearing balaclavas in Wednesbury after school. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
Ryanair Probed Over Fees for Parents Sitting with Children
The UK competition watchdog is investigating Ryanair over charges that parents must pay to sit with their children on flights, potentially breaching consumer law.
Merseyside cyclists raise £115k for Alzheimer's Research UK
A team of 30 cyclists from Merseyside completed a 70-mile ride from Blackpool to Liverpool, raising over £115,000 for Alzheimer's Research UK.
Wirral Woman Raises £1,100 for Cerebral Palsy Charity
Amy Clark from Eastham ran the AJ Bell Manchester Half Marathon, raising £1,100 for Stick ‘n’ Step, supporting children with cerebral palsy to build independence and confidence.
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New DWP Rule from July 1 Forces PIP Claimants to 'Stay Home'
From July 1, new VAT, premium tax, and higher mileage charges on Motability Scheme leases may force PIP claimants to stay home, sparking concerns.
Eight DWP Benefits Lost When You Hit State Pension Age 67
State pensioners turning 67 will lose access to eight DWP benefits, including Jobseeker's Allowance and Universal Credit. The state pension age rises from 66 to 67 under Labour plans.
Father slashed in Perry Barr phone mugging ordeal
A father in Perry Barr was slashed across the face by muggers who stole his phone. The Syrian refugee is scarred for life and traumatised. Police appeal for information.
DWP Urged to Change PIP for Invisible Symptoms
The MS Society calls for DWP to reform PIP assessments, ending the '50% rule' and reliance on informal observations that ignore fluctuating and invisible symptoms.
Birmingham Wealth Gap: Sparkhill and Edgbaston Three Miles Apart
Sparkhill, England's poorest area, and affluent Edgbaston are just three miles apart, starkly illustrating Birmingham's income inequality and wealth gap.
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Three Solihull Libraries to Become Community Hubs Trial
Solihull Council reveals three libraries selected for trial as community hubs, offering expanded services due to underuse. Dickens Heath, Balsall Common, and Hobs Moat will pilot swipe card access for extended hours.
Solihull Police Ban Prolific Offender from Five Areas
Lee Giles, 47, is prohibited from entering Chelmsley Wood, Fordbridge, Kingshurst, Castle Bromwich, and Smithswood due to repeated anti-social behaviour.
Teen Stabbed Classmate in Neck, Said LMAO
A 13-year-old girl stabbed a classmate in the neck at a Birmingham school, then wrote 'LMAO' in her diary. She was sentenced to 3 years and 4 months detention.
Rayner Blasts Visa Rule Changes for Migrant Workers
Former Deputy PM Angela Rayner opposes extending settlement wait for migrant care workers from 5 to 15 years, calling it 'un-British' and retrospective.
Teen Arrested with Zombie Knife in Birmingham
An 18-year-old man was arrested in Birmingham city centre after police found a zombie-style combat knife during a patrol targeting knife crime. Another arrest was made in Dudley.
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Belfast Stabbing Victim Drugged and Burned by Gang in 2001
Stephen Ogilvie, 44, fighting for life after Belfast stabbing, was previously drugged and set on fire by drug dealer David McLeave in 2001 in Scotland.
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