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Three injured in West Bromwich road crash

Three people were injured, one seriously, in a two-car crash at a West Bromwich junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Sunday evening. Read the latest updates.

Rail devolution for English regions, not Wales

The UK Government invites English mayoral authorities to bid for rail control while rejecting calls for Welsh devolution, sparking a funding row. Discover the details and political fallout.

Christmas Day Steam Trains: 'Pay What You Can' Near Birmingham

A heritage railway near Birmingham is running special Christmas Day steam trains on a 'pay what you can afford' basis. Enjoy mince pies and mulled wine on a festive journey from Loughborough and Leicester. Book your magical alternative now!

Birmingham men jailed for Handsworth hit-and-run

Three men from Birmingham have been sentenced for a deliberate hit-and-run that injured two teenagers and a woman. The motive for the attack remains unclear. Read the full court report.

Police renew appeal after Handsworth hit-and-run

West Midlands Police issue fresh appeal for information after a man in his 30s was seriously injured in a hit-and-run on Hamstead Road, Birmingham. Call 101 with dashcam footage.

Three arrested after Birmingham shooting in Hockley

West Midlands Police have arrested three people after a targeted shooting on Great Hampton Row in Birmingham. A man in his 20s is in hospital with serious injuries. Police are appealing for witnesses.

Inmate Ethan Black escapes from HMP Sudbury

Police are hunting Ethan Black, 36, who escaped an open prison in Derbyshire. The public is warned not to approach him. Contact Derbyshire Constabulary with information.

Pupils' festive run raises £223 for air ambulance

Early Years children at Blackawton Primary School in Totnes have raised vital funds for Devon Air Ambulance through a sponsored Santa run. Donations can still be made via their JustGiving page.

Great North Swim 2026: Entries Now Open

The Great North Swim returns to Lake Windermere in June 2026. Join 7,500+ swimmers in the UK's premier open water event. Distances from 250m to 10k. Secure your place now.

Hospice workers trek Great Wall of China for charity

Two East Cheshire Hospice employees, Laura Lamptey and Charlotte Bains, are training to trek the Great Wall of China in November 2026 to raise vital funds. Discover their inspiring reasons and how to support them.

Soho Road holds silence for hit-and-run victim

The Handsworth community gathered for a poignant minute's silence after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road. A 54-year-old man died and a woman was injured. Police have made an arrest.

Birmingham pupils raise £6k for hospice in festive run

Pupils at Dorrington Academy in Perry Barr have raised over £6,000 for Birmingham Hospice by taking part in a festive Reindeer Run. The heartwarming community effort will support vital end-of-life care across the city.

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