Coseley 'ignored and neglected' says Reform UK councillor
Coseley is the 'forgotten and neglected part of Dudley borough' according to Reform UK councillor Sat Sherwani, who highlights overgrown verges and flytipping as signs of decline.
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Car wash boss sentenced for stalking and assaulting ex
Shezad Zaman, 37, who runs DAC Car Wash in Sparkbrook, received a suspended two-year jail sentence for assaulting, strangling and stalking his former girlfriend.
Woman's Body Found in Sandwell Valley Park Pool
A woman's body was pulled from Swan Pool at Sandwell Valley Country Park after she went missing just after 4.30pm. Emergency services recovered her, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Man Dies in 100ft Cliff Fall at Bournemouth Beach
A man has died after falling 100ft from a cliff at Fisherman's Walk, Bournemouth, during a heatwave. Beachgoers screamed in horror as he fell. Police have referred themselves to the IOPC.
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Check council tax band amid overcharged warning
Consumer experts Which? warn UK households may be overpaying council tax based on 1991 property valuations; 54% who challenged their band succeeded.
DWP: Report Holidays or Lose Pension Credit Payments
Pension Credit claimants must notify DWP of any travel outside England, Scotland, and Wales, including holidays, or risk having payments stopped or reduced. Over 1.4 million people are affected.
Labour to Fine Homebuyers Who Pull Out of House Purchases
Labour plans to fine buyers who pull out of house purchases without valid reason, replacing the current unlimited withdrawal period with earlier binding agreements by 2029.
HMRC £3,000 Gift Rule: Parents Face Tax Bill
Parents gifting deposits must follow HMRC's £3,000 annual allowance to avoid inheritance tax. Which? warns of hefty bills if rules are ignored.
Smethwick HMO Plans Rejected Twice Return Again
Plans to convert a Smethwick home into an HMO, rejected twice over parking and noise fears, have been resubmitted with reduced rooms but still face strong opposition from neighbours.
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Birmingham Traveller Camps June: Full List and Impact
Unauthorised traveller camps have sprung up across Birmingham every few days in June, causing event cancellations and resident concern. The council scrapped a pilot scheme and saw a 43% rise in encampments.
Bournville Parking Petition Hits 400 Signatures
Over 400 Bournville residents have signed a petition against parking chaos linked to Bournville Masjid and Community Centre on Cob Lane, citing blocked drives and safety risks.
Solihull 'Eyesore' House Extension Approved Amid HMO Fears
Solihull Council unanimously approved an extension for a Widney Lane 'eyesore' house, sparking fears it could become a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO).
Burnham Urged Not to 'Attack' State Pensioners Over Triple Lock
Andy Burnham faces pressure to maintain the Triple Lock for state pensions, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to it for the remainder of this Parliament.
Midlands Lake Tragedy: Boy, 13, Dies After Entering Water to Cool Off
Hayden Jones-Powell, 13, died after entering Meynell Lake in Leicestershire to cool off during a heatwave. His family described him as a 'cheeky boy' and an avid West Bromwich Albion supporter.
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Death of Man Pulled from Netherton Canal Unexplained
A man's body was discovered in a canal in Netherton near Halesowen Road at 8.40pm on June 25. Emergency services attended, but he was confirmed dead at the scene. Police treat death as unexplained and appeal for information.
Teen's Body Found in Lake Day After He Entered Water
Police confirm the body of a teenage boy was recovered from Meynell Lake in Syston, Leicestershire, a day after he entered the water. No suspicious circumstances.
WASPI Women Demand Justice After Burnham Rules Out Payments
WASPI women demand justice after Andy Burnham rules out payments for 3 million affected by state pension age changes, sparking outrage and calls for compensation.
Search for Forever Home for Poorly Cat from Hoarding Situation
A cat named Lola, rescued from a hoarding situation near Wolverhampton, urgently needs a forever home after receiving treatment for health issues.
Girl, 3, Found Dead; Man Arrested for Murder in Chertsey
A three-year-old girl was found dead at a home in Chertsey, Surrey, on 25 June. A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and taken to hospital with serious injuries.
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Birmingham Council Urged on Unauthorised Encampments
Birmingham councillors demand a new strategy as unauthorised encampments surge, after a pilot scheme was axed due to lack of suitable sites, causing frustration over park damage and clean-up costs.
Walsall residents hit with thousands in parking fines
Walsall residents on South Street Gardens face thousands in parking fines after WHG introduced enforcement on February 1, 2026, without prior notice, sparking calls for compassion.
Birmingham dad's devastation as kids lose home in fire
A Birmingham father speaks out after his children lost their family home in a Kings Heath fire, with a fundraiser set up to help them rebuild.
Birmingham man avoids jail for neglecting eight dogs
Meekaa'eel Abu-bakar Nawaz, 30, admitted neglecting eight dogs found living in hazardous, filthy conditions at two Birmingham properties. He received a suspended sentence and a 10-year animal ban.
Teen missing in lake at Syston Sailing Club sparks search
Emergency services are searching Meynell Lake in Syston, Leicestershire, for a teenage boy reported to have entered the water, with police, fire, and rescue teams involved.
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Teen Guilty of Murder in Handsworth-Aston Gang Stabbing
Oumar Traore, 18, was found guilty of murdering Yassin Alama, 19, in a postcode gang war stabbing on Hutton Road, Handsworth, on November 16, 2025.
Trainee surgeon jailed 14 years for social media rapes
Salil Korambayil, a trainee surgeon, has been jailed for 14 years for raping two women he met on social media in 2020 and 2021, following a retrial after his initial convictions were quashed.
Family warns after boy, 15, drowns in Lincoln lake
The family of Declan Sawyer, 15, who drowned at Swanholme Lakes in May, urges parents to warn children about open water dangers after an inquest opened.
Tamworth Man Stabbed Wife 78 Times: Police Welcome Verdict
Robert Alexander, 66, was convicted of murdering his wife Christina, 60, by stabbing her 78 times at their Tamworth home. Police hope the verdict brings closure.
Birmingham drug couple jailed after Selfridges receipt bust
A Birmingham couple were jailed after a Selfridges receipt helped police seize £51k in cash and 9kg of cannabis from their home, leading to their convictions.
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Two Boys Found Dead in Hot Car in France, Manslaughter Probe
Two boys, aged two and four, were found dead in a family car in Carpentras, France, during a heatwave. A manslaughter investigation is underway, with authorities urging vigilance.
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