Leanne Gregory, 36, from Stapleford, drowned in the Bahamas after rescuing her two sons from a rip current. Her husband Nathan paid tribute to his 'hero' wife, thanking her for keeping their boy above water as she sank.
A baby pigeon found wounded at Stourbridge Bus Station has been hand-reared by senior veterinary nurse Vanessa Stokes for nearly seven weeks, giving him a fresh start in life.
Stourbridge Town Cat Leo, a beloved ginger and white cat known for roaming the town centre, has died after being hit by a car on Birmingham Street on October 7.
Shoppers at Merry Hill were stunned when a woman dancing outside Bodycare turned out to be Tracy Beaker star Montanna Thompson, 37, at a store launch.
Celebrating Brummie families: Laura's toddler's liver transplant, Deborah's daughter's cancer battle, Milly's fostering and new play centre. Share your story.
Brandon Grimes, 26, from Seaham, died in a hit-and-run in Florida on September 25. His family and partner David Jackson are raising funds to bring him home.
West Midlands Police dog Snow, who detained a rape suspect and received multiple commendations, retires on his ninth birthday after eight years of service.
Birmingham singer Jamelia reveals her second marriage ended suddenly while she was four months pregnant, and calls her ex a 'deadbeat dad'.
Joe Swash's son Harry, 18, rarely appears on social media. Here's why, plus details of their close bond, court battle, and family life.
Browns at the Bullring has closed after 15 years, while Erdington's La Galleria gets a makeover, Joule's Brewery plans changes at Bistrot Pierre, and a LEGO-themed cafe opens in Harborne.
Jane Bedenham, 62, from Evesham, has returned to Whitemead Forest Park annually since 1999, building a three-generation tradition that now includes more than 40 relatives and friends.
Birmingham's new Tyseley tip shop sells refurbished Dyson vacuums, TVs, vinyl, and more. I explored it and found bargain cassettes and pizza scissors for £3.
Kelly Robinson, 45, broke down in tears after winning £76,923 in the Postcode Lottery, calling it a gift from her late brother. Partner Micky joked about running naked down the street as neighbours in Penkridge celebrate their windfall.
Kavan Murphy responds to online body shaming after Love Island, shows he can still lift 40kg dumbbells, and reveals post-villa hospital visit for an abscess.
Gemma Owen is dating Red Morgan, a fellow horse rider and son of billionaire Steve Morgan. Here's her full dating history, from Love Island's Luca Bish to ex Jacques O'Neill.
University of Chester graduates Gina and Jacob Dodds married at Storyhouse in a sustainable wedding, with Gina wearing a £2 pre-loved gown and a charity shop engagement ring.
Jesy Nelson has gone Instagram official with new boyfriend Ben Davies, a landscaper from Essex, months after her split from ex-fiancé Zion Foster.
Photographer David Shaw spent 18 months documenting everyday life in Jaywick, leading to a youth storytelling programme and exhibition on August 21.
Two adorable kittens named after iconic Lord of the Rings duo Frodo and Samwise are seeking forever homes in the West Midlands after being rescued.
Kipling's Seoul backpacks survive school, university, work and travel, shoppers say. The Seoul Large Laptop Backpack costs from £98 with a 27L capacity and 31 colours.
Birmingham couple Dawn Emmett and Neil Haycock's TikTok account 'Everyone Needs a Neil' has amassed 23.8 million views and 55,400 followers since February, with their Facebook page gaining nearly 30,000 followers in just one week.
A grandmother from Evesham has visited Whitemead Forest Park for over 25 years, with more than 40 relatives joining the annual tradition that began in 1999.
World's oldest living person Ethel Caterham, 117, celebrated her birthday at Hallmark Lakeview Care Home, reflecting on a year of firsts including meeting King Charles.
Kathleen Gray, a former ballroom dancer who won competitions with her late husband Allan, celebrated her 100th birthday at Church Farm Care in Cotgrave with family and friends.
A Black Country mother has given birth to rare mixed triplets, with two identical twin girls and a boy, defying odds of one in a million.
Kelly Osbourne, 41, shared a heartfelt Instagram tribute to her son Sidney Wilson, calling motherhood the 'greatest privilege' and him her 'greatest love'.
Ellie Chadwick and Finley Maddock from Love Island 2026 are still together, with Ellie moving to London. They're not 'officially official' yet, but Finley has two weeks to make it so.
Angelista Gunda, who finished third on Love Island 2026, reveals she was originally cast for the 2025 series and flew to Majorca with the OG Islanders before being pulled.
Ariana Grande debuts a new 'I do love you' tattoo matching boyfriend Ricky Álvarez's, spotted at her London show on the Eternal Sunshine Tour.
Love Island 2026 winners Lorenzo Alessi and Julia Mayska have ended split rumours by sharing a festival date on Instagram, captioned 'Dating 101: backstage at Keinemusik.'