A UK tourist in Paris was scammed €570 (£493) by a taxi driver who altered the card reader amount. Monzo refused a refund, citing lack of evidence. A gang of fake drivers recently faced court for similar scams.
Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo fully reopened its crocodile enclosure nine days after a three-year-old boy suffered serious injuries in an alleged incident. The boy is stable, and a suspect has been released on bail.
UK weather maps predict a new heatwave in July affecting 17 counties, with temperatures potentially reaching 38°C. The GFS model suggests a four-day heatwave starting July 8.
Two people were rescued from the wing of a microlight after it crashed into Cardigan Bay near Cardigan Island, Wales. RNLI lifeboats and a coastguard helicopter brought them ashore safely.
Police mobile speed camera vans have been deployed on Birmingham roads recently reduced to 30mph, issuing a warning to drivers that they face penalties for speeding.
Households in Tamworth and Lichfield will receive two new food waste bins from July 20 as part of a national shake-up of collection rules, aiming to turn scraps into renewable energy.
Three in 10 drivers are more likely to switch to EVs due to £20 rise in filling costs from Iran conflict, says RAC poll. 62% cut other spending to afford fuel.
Outgoing PM Keir Starmer's road safety strategy, including cutting the drink-drive limit from 35 to 22 micrograms, is set to become law, potentially making one drink enough to exceed the limit.
Drivers in the West Midlands face major delays on M6 and M42 due to roadworks, obstructions, and heatwave conditions. The M42 is closed both ways near Solihull, while M6 sees stop-start traffic.
Drivers could face fines up to £10,000 for ignoring engine management light, low tyre pressure, squeaky brakes, and oil warning lights, warns Yell. Each issue can cost up to £2,500.
Nearly 18,000 motorists were penalized in the first five months of 2026 at three notorious Birmingham bus lanes, continuing a trend of high violation rates.
The Beeches pub in Great Barr enforces wristbands, searches, and respect rules after a World Cup punch-up involving a machete. No arrests made, knife recovered.
West Midlands bus fares increase from Sunday, June 28, with adult day tickets rising from £5.20 to £5.50, sparking political backlash.
Thousands of drivers on West Midlands motorways have been fined for speeding despite going under 70mph, due to ignoring temporary lower speed limits enforced by cameras.
West Midlands Metro bosses decline to set a new opening date for the Dudley tram extension, calling delays 'regrettable but normal' as testing continues on the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill route.
West Midlands Combined Authority approves over £5.7 million for transport plans supporting Birmingham City's £3 billion Sports Quarter project, hailed as 'key for the country' by Deputy Mayor Stephen Simkins.
Birmingham Airport ranked among the UK's worst for flight delays in July 2024, with average delays of 31 minutes, according to new data.
Birmingham Airport has been ranked the 9th most stressful airport in the UK, according to a new study by travel experts. The airport scored poorly on factors like delays, distance to city centre, and passenger satisfaction.
A journalist's experience riding West Midlands buses during a red weather warning reveals they are 'saunas on wheels' with broken air conditioning and unbearable heat.
Average UK airport drop-off fees rise to £7.66 in 2026, up from £5.51. Birmingham Airport charges £7 for premium drop-off but offers free area 5-10 min walk. East Midlands among airports not increasing charges.
A £1.5m business case for extending Metrolink to Salford Crescent, Salford Quays, Wigan, and Bolton has been approved by the Bee Network committee.
A £25m funding package has been agreed for phase one of Bury Interchange redevelopment, including a new footbridge and access upgrades, moving the project forward.
National Express bus fares increase from June 28, with adult day tickets up 30p to £5.50, group tickets up 50p to £9.70, and weekly tickets rising £1 to £21. Single fares frozen.
West Bromwich Albion will travel to Portugal for a pre-season training camp, including a friendly match open to supporters, as part of their preparations for the upcoming Championship season.
West Midlands Metro services are suspended between key stations due to a technical fault, causing disruption for commuters. No replacement transport has been confirmed.
All West Midlands Metro tram services were suspended on Thursday after a vehicle damaged overhead power lines, causing major disruption across the network.
A HGV fire has closed the M54 westbound between J2 (Wolverhampton) and J3 (Albrighton) amid an extreme heat warning, with delays likely.
Motorists are warned of delays as an abnormal load travels through the West Midlands, requiring road closures and diversions. The load, measuring 4.5 metres wide, will be escorted by police.
Train services have resumed in Birmingham after a lorry struck a railway bridge, causing hours of disruption for commuters and passengers.
Aston Villa star Ross Barkley trained at FC Taormina's stadium during a holiday in Sicily, receiving a City of Taormina pennant as a memento from the club's sports councilor.