Birmingham drug raid: man arrested in Nechells
A 26-year-old man was arrested after police seized drugs, cash and illegal cigarettes in a dawn raid on Great Lister Street, Nechells, Birmingham.
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Woman hugs man in Brierley Hill, steals gold necklace
A woman offered to sell gold to a man in Brierley Hill, hugged him, and stole his necklace with rings. Police appeal for help.
Dudley warned grass verge cuts could raise fire risk
Dudley councillors were warned that halving grass verge cuts could increase fire risk, as wildfires hit Stourbridge. Cabinet member defends savings, citing £9m cuts and £1m reinvestment.
DWP confirms April 2027 for disabled benefits claimants in 'huge win'
Disabled bus pass holders in England will get free travel at all hours from April 2027, funded by £40m from DWP and £20m from DfT, announced by PM Andy Burnham.
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Police swarm Nechells street, road blocked, bus diverted
Police swarmed Great Lister Street in Nechells during rush hour, blocking the road and diverting the 66 bus. Officers in tactical vests investigated an unclear incident.
Disqualified Bridgnorth driver jailed after being caught
Ben Upton, 27, of Highley, Bridgnorth, was jailed for 18 weeks after pleading guilty to driving while disqualified and without insurance in Much Wenlock on August 11.
Councillor warns against fly-tipping and ramming clothing banks
Quinton councillor Sam Forsyth warns residents after photos show a man trying to ram items into a full clothing bank, with a toilet among fly-tipped rubbish.
Two boys arrested after large Staffordshire fire
Two boys, aged 11 and 12, have been arrested on suspicion of arson following a large fire in Staffordshire that destroyed a nature reserve.
Disabled bus pass time limits scrapped in England
Disabled people in England will get unlimited free bus travel 24/7 from next April as the Government removes time restrictions, backed by £60m funding.
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M6 horror crash: Man dies in three-lorry pile-up
A man has died following a serious collision on the M6 in Staffordshire involving three lorries and a car. Emergency services closed the southbound carriageway between junctions 13 and 14 for investigation.
Birmingham resident fears for safety amid gang intimidation
A Quinton resident says a gang of adults has made his life hell for a year, with intimidation, drug use and threats, forcing him to move.
Brave Girl Raises Alarm in Stourbridge House Fire
A mother has praised her brave daughter for raising the alarm during a house fire in Stourbridge, which broke out in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Burnham scraps disabled bus pass time limits
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced that disabled people across England will be entitled to free bus travel 24/7 from April next year, removing current time restrictions.
Man raped woman in barbershop after offering job
A Kurdish man raped a woman in a barbershop back room after offering her a job, a court heard. He was found guilty and sentenced to 12 years in prison.
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Police Appeal After Attack and Car Damage in Wolverhampton
West Midlands Police appeal for information after a man was assaulted and a car damaged on Dudley Road, Wolverhampton, on April 19. They ask the public to identify men in new images.
Police Appeal After Knife Cuts in Balsall Common Disorder
West Midlands Police issue CCTV appeal after a man assaulted a group with a knife outside a Balsall Common pub on Station Road, leaving cuts, and fled in a car.
Police Appeal After Pub Disorder in West Midlands
A man assaulted a group of people outside a West Midlands pub, prompting a police appeal for witnesses and information following the disorder incident.
Woman killed, dumped in canal tied to slabs, court hears
Chereiss Bailey, 36, was violently killed, strangled, and dumped in a canal tied to paving slabs, Birmingham Crown Court hears. John Anslow, 65, denies murder.
Police Appeal After Fatal M6 Crash Near Stafford
Police are appealing for witnesses after a fatal M6 crash near Stafford claimed a man's life. The collision happened on the northbound carriageway between junctions 14 and 15. Officers urge anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
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Warrants issued against alleged Birmingham fly-tippers
Three people accused of fly-tipping in Birmingham failed to appear in court, leading to warrants for their arrest. Charges include illegal dumping and failing to comply with notices.
Sinkhole Investigation Underway on West Midlands Road
A sinkhole has appeared on a West Midlands road, prompting an investigation by the council. The hole, which emerged suddenly, has raised safety concerns. Residents are advised to avoid the area while repairs are planned.
Man Slashed in Face in Small Heath Midnight Attack
A 29-year-old man was slashed across the face in Small Heath just after midnight on Monday; police are reviewing CCTV and appealing for information.
Parents urged after boys arrested over Hednesford wildfire
Two boys, aged 12 and 13, were arrested after a wildfire in Hednesford damaged over three acres. Fire chiefs urge parents to discuss fire dangers.
Birmingham man sought after nightclub assault
Police release image of man with Birmingham links after two women were punched at Jalou nightclub in Newcastle, suffering black eyes. Incident occurred at 2.15am on 27 June.
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Rhinos smash cars at safari park, families fear death
Two families feared for their lives after fighting rhinos caused around £12,000 damage to their cars at West Midlands Safari Park. They say no rangers intervened and called the free tickets offered 'an insult'.
Fly-Tippers Due in Court After Warrants in Birmingham
Alleged fly-tippers in Birmingham will appear in court after warrants were issued, following council investigations into illegal waste dumping.
Tributes to 'darling boy', 19, killed in motorbike crash
Holton Knott, 19, from Chatteris, died in hospital after a crash between a Honda motorbike and a Jaguar XF on A1309 High Street, Trumpington, on August 11. His family pays tribute.
Stourbridge wildfire: resident's home saved by firefighters
A Stourbridge resident who fled a wildfire returned to find firefighters had saved their home, despite extensive damage to the surrounding area.
Birmingham shop sold Blue WKD to teen without ID
A Birmingham shop has been fined for selling Blue WKD to an underage teenager without asking for ID, a court heard. The incident was reported and led to prosecution.
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Stourbridge wildfire: residents return, 8 homes destroyed
Residents evacuated after the Stourbridge wildfire have begun returning home, as Dudley Council confirms 8 homes destroyed and 13 partially damaged. Firefighters continue battling blazes across the UK.
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