Hijab Forcibly Removed in Birmingham Carjacking Attempt
A woman was dragged to the ground and had her Hijab pulled off during an attempted carjacking in Erdington. Police are hunting three white men after the attack near Gravelly Hill station.
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Housebuilder Donates £1,500 to Preston Chronic Pain Charity
David Wilson Homes has donated £1,500 to S.M.I.L.E Preston, a charity supporting people with chronic pain through exercise, therapies, and social activities.
Stafford Man Scammed in Police Impersonation Gift Card Fraud
Staffordshire Police warns of an elaborate scam where fraudsters impersonated police officers to trick a Stafford man into buying £2,000 in gift cards and transferring the codes.
Police Officer Explains How Bus Reporting Number 81018 Works
West Midlands Police education officer Paula Shortland details the SeeSay non-emergency reporting system on buses, explaining how it differs from emergency services and British Transport Police procedures.
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Birmingham Street Cruising Ban Extended to 2027
The High Court has extended Birmingham's citywide street cruising injunction until February 2027, with strict penalties including imprisonment for violators.
Street Eat Food Festival Returns to Rochdale in May
The popular Street Eat food and drink festival is coming back to Rochdale Town Hall Square this May, offering free entertainment, live music, and diverse culinary delights from local establishments.
QVC Spring Garden Sale: Best Products for 2026
Discover five must-have QVC gardening products on sale to prepare your garden for spring and summer 2026, from lawnmowers to pressure washers and comfortable seating.
Huntley's Head 'Split in Two' in Prison Attack, Russell Charged
Anthony Russell, 43, has been charged with murder after Ian Huntley died in hospital following a vicious assault at HMP Frankland. Huntley reportedly suffered severe brain trauma with his head 'split in two' during the attack.
Walsall Man Arrested After Mum Dies in Staffordshire Crash
A 32-year-old man from Walsall has been arrested following a fatal collision in Barton-under-Needwood that claimed the life of 33-year-old Sian Sanghera.
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47 Experts 'Alarmed' by Walsall Museum Plans Including Carl Chinn
Forty-seven leather and fashion industry professionals, heritage experts, and academics have signed letters calling for a halt to the Leather Museum relocation plans in Walsall, citing serious concerns over democratic process and transparency.
Tesco Guard Assaulted in Walsall Booze Theft, Police Seek Duo
A security guard was assaulted as thieves fled a Tesco store in Walsall with stolen alcohol. West Midlands Police have released CCTV images and are appealing for witnesses to the January 14 robbery.
Women Skydive 14,000ft for Treetops Hospice in Memory
Three local women are preparing for a 14,000ft skydive to support Treetops Hospice, each motivated by personal experiences of the charity's care. They have already surpassed fundraising targets.
Universal Credit Payments Rise £750 for Millions in April
The DWP has confirmed new Universal Credit payment rates effective April 2026, with millions of households set to receive an average annual increase of £725.
Countryside 'Destroyed' by Housing Targets in Worcestershire
Wychavon District Council's planning committee approved 59 homes in Drakes Broughton, citing government-imposed housing targets as forcing the destruction of countryside and overwhelming local infrastructure.
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Birmingham Inmate Killed by Fellow Prisoner at Midlands Jail
A 42-year-old Birmingham prisoner, Dennis Green, was killed by inmate Damien Ward at HMP Fosse Way. Ward has been sentenced to seven-and-a-half years for manslaughter after a violent assault.
Midlands Priest to Be Freed After 14 Years for Child Abuse
Alexander Bede Walsh, a former Catholic priest convicted of indecent assault against a child in the 1980s, is scheduled for release from prison in October 2026 after serving 14 years of a 22-year sentence.
Rapist Used Stolen Victim Data to Threaten Prisoner
Shane Davis, a convicted rapist, exploited sensitive information unlawfully obtained by advisor Lauren Leese to intimidate a fellow inmate at HMP Dovegate, with both pleading guilty to unauthorised computer access.
Heating Oil Bills Surge Due to Iran War, Rural UK Hit
Rural UK households dependent on heating oil face sudden price spikes as costs jump from 62p to £1.73 per litre, with charities warning of affordability crises and supply issues.
Sandwell Council's £1-a-Year Lease Deal with Charity
Sandwell Council is set to transfer a 25-year lease of Ocker Hill Community Centre to Options for Life charity for just £1 annually, as part of cost-cutting measures to save £2.5 million yearly from its property portfolio.
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Smethwick Leisure Centre Demolition Planned for New Homes
Sandwell Council proposes demolishing the deteriorating Harry Mitchell Leisure Centre to make way for up to 80 new flats and houses, citing high refurbishment costs and better alternatives.
Safest Midlands Area Is Minutes from Birmingham
A new study reveals North Warwickshire as the safest district in the Midlands, with low crime rates making it an ideal commuter area for those who can afford it, just a short drive from Birmingham.
Manchester Council to Build 1,600 Homes with Pension Fund Deal
Manchester City Council has agreed a deal with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund to finance the construction of 1,600 homes on seven brownfield sites, with over 20% designated as genuinely affordable under the Manchester Living Rent scheme.
Vistry Plans 1,491-Home Community at North Leigh Park
Detailed plans for a new community of 1,491 homes and a trunk road section at North Leigh Park have been submitted to Wigan Council, aiming to transform a former industrial site.
Body Found in Search for Missing Woman Susan Pryde
A body has been discovered in Burton-on-Trent, believed to be that of missing 65-year-old Susan Pryde from Yoxall. Police are not treating the death as suspicious.
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Sky Sports Presenter's Brother Loses Family in Murder-Suicide
Monika Rubacha, 44, is believed to have shot her two children, Josh, 14, and Emma, 11, before taking her own life in their Florida mansion while husband Richard James was abroad.
Mum Drags Son Back to Fatal Crash Scene, Testifies in Court
A mother marched her son back to the scene where he fatally struck an 81-year-old pedestrian, then testified against him at trial. David Brown was sentenced to four years for causing death by dangerous driving.
Drug Dealer on Licence Accused of Murdering Mum in Leicester
Chukwuemeka Ahanonu, a drug dealer released on licence from prison, is on trial for murdering Nila Patel, 56, in a violent stamping attack following a car crash. He admits manslaughter but denies murder, citing diminished responsibility.
Ex-Officer Walks Free Despite 'Repugnant' Phone Images
A former Merseyside Police officer has received a suspended sentence after extreme pornography was discovered on his phone, with a judge describing the content as 'repugnant'.
Teen Charged with Terrorism Offences After Police Raid
An 18-year-old man from Cradley Heath has been charged with disseminating terrorist materials after a pre-planned police operation in the West Midlands.
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Ex-Firefighter Jailed for Raping Schoolgirl After Open Day
Scott Cameron, 41, groomed a 13-year-old girl after meeting her at a school open day, raping her in his partner's car. He was sentenced to 12 years in prison.
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