Oldbury homes evacuated after WWII mortar found
A Second World War mortar round discovered in Oldbury led to evacuations and a planned controlled explosion at Warley Woods; police warn of loud bang.
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Ford Driver 33 Killed in Tyburn Road Crash
A 33-year-old Ford Focus driver died after his car left Tyburn Road, hit a tree and overturned. Two passengers hospitalized. Police appeal for dash-cam footage.
Worker Stable After Tamworth Church Hall Fire
A worker is in stable condition after an accidental fire at St Editha's Church Hall in Tamworth, prompting air ambulance response and cancelling community picnic.
Man Dies, Two Injured in Birmingham Car Crash
A 33-year-old man has died and two others have been injured after a car hit a tree and overturned in Birmingham, according to West Midlands Police.
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Car Fire in Bridgnorth: No Injuries
A car was completely destroyed by fire on a road in Bridgnorth, with no injuries reported. Fire crews from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service attended the incident.
Woman Seriously Injured in M5 Multi-Vehicle Crash
A woman suffered serious injuries in a multi-vehicle crash on the M5 northbound near Bromsgrove on Tuesday evening, closing the motorway between junctions 5 and 4a.
British Gas £1,700 Grants for Rival Supplier Customers
British Gas opens Individual and Families Fund offering up to £1,700 in energy debt relief to prepayment and credit customers of any supplier, including those in Birmingham.
Man hit by car in Wolverhampton city centre
A man suffered potentially serious injuries after being hit by a car in Wolverhampton city centre on Sunday, July 19. Police sealed off Chapel Ash and the pedestrian was taken to New Cross Hospital.
Jet2 Flight Diverts 600 Miles After Medical Emergency
A Jet2 flight from Glasgow to Lanzarote was diverted over 600 miles to Faro, Portugal, due to a passenger requiring urgent medical attention on July 16.
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Blue Badge Holders Exempt from July Hosepipe Ban
All 3.2 million Blue Badge holders in the UK are exempt from the July hosepipe ban enforced across six water company areas, avoiding a £1,000 fine.
Woman Rushed to Hospital After Morrisons Incident
A woman was taken to New Cross Hospital with potentially serious injuries after a car-pedestrian collision at Morrisons Pendeford in Wolverhampton on July 13.
British Hikers Alive with Burns After Spanish Wildfire
Two British hikers were found alive with 40% burns after Spanish wildfires near Bedar. At least 12 died, including four Britons. Rescuers heard faint cries.
First Direct to Axe First Directory Insurance Add-On
First Direct is closing its First Directory insurance add-on on July 31, 2026. Customers will have free cover extended until October 31, 2026, but must find alternatives after.
Man dies after fall at Birmingham Children's Hospital
A man has died after falling from a construction site at Birmingham Children's Hospital. Police and HSE are investigating the incident.
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Adult Dies as Measles Spreads in West Midlands
An adult has died from measles in the West Midlands as cases continue to rise, with the region reporting the highest number of infections in England.
Prison worker jailed for searching records of killers
A prison worker has been jailed for illegally accessing records of notorious killers Lucy Letby and Rose West while employed at HMP Birmingham.
More ambulances as Birmingham service tackles heat and World Cup
West Midlands Ambulance Service has deployed additional ambulances to cope with extreme heat and World Cup-related demand, with over 3,000 calls on one Sunday alone.
DVLA provisional licence ban on L plates for commercial work urged
The London Assembly has urged the Labour government to ban provisional licence holders from using L plates for commercial work, citing safety risks from food delivery riders on repeatedly renewed CBT certificates.
Man's Life Saved by Off-Duty Paramedic at Pure Gym
A man was resuscitated by an off-duty paramedic and ambulance crews at Pure Gym in Brierley Hill after suffering a medical emergency on July 7.
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M42 crash: Woman seriously hurt in four-vehicle collision
A woman suffered potentially serious injuries in a four-vehicle crash on the M42 near Sutton Coldfield. She was rushed to Heartlands Hospital after the collision between junctions 10 and 9.
Toddler Found Alive in Morgue After Wrongly Declared Dead
An 18-month-old boy who fell into a swimming pool was mistakenly declared dead and placed in a body bag, only to be discovered alive nearly six hours later in a hospital mortuary.
Brain dead patient wakes up crying before organ harvest
Anthony Thomas 'TJ' Hoover, declared brain dead after a drug overdose, regained consciousness and cried as doctors prepared to remove his organs for transplant in Kentucky.
Frankie Dettori Hospitalized After Car Flips in Crash
Racing legend Frankie Dettori was taken to hospital with broken ribs and a broken thumb after his car was struck and flipped in Newmarket, Suffolk, on Wednesday evening.
Ticks Rise on Sefton Coast as Roe Deer Population Grows
Ticks are becoming more common on the Sefton Coast due to increasing Roe Deer numbers. Learn how to protect yourself from these tiny pests and the diseases they may carry.
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Boy, 14, Seriously Injured in A442 Crash Near Bridgnorth
A 14-year-old boy suffered serious injuries in a single-vehicle crash on the A442 near Bridgnorth. A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Tesco and Lidl Recall Ham Over Listeria
Tesco and Lidl have recalled ham products from their premium ranges due to possible listeria contamination, affecting Brady Family items and others with use-by date July 16.
Glasgow Hospital Lockdown Over Possible Ebola
Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow enters lockdown after a patient with recent travel to an Ebola-affected country presents with concerning symptoms; testing underway.
Train Passed Red Signal Before Fatal Crash: 1 Dead
A train passed a red signal before a crash that killed the driver and injured 100 passengers near Birmingham, an investigation has revealed.
Fire Service Hot Weather Safety Advice for Drivers
West Midlands Fire Service warns drivers to take precautions amid heatwave, including carrying water and planning journeys to avoid breakdowns and fires.
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Bus Crash in Wales: Major Incident, Several Injured
A major incident has been declared after a bus crash on the A484 in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, with reports of at least 26 people injured and air ambulances on scene.
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