Kitten rescued from Birmingham sewer after 3-day ordeal
A tiny kitten named Olivia Twist was saved from a Handsworth sewer in a complex RSPCA mission. Read the full story of her dramatic rescue and recovery.
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RSPCA reveals bizarre animal rescues of 2025
The RSPCA has shared its most unusual rescues from 2025, including a lost puffin, a snake in a chippy, and a kitten in a sewer. Read the heart-warming tales and support their vital work.
Kitten rescued from Birmingham sewer after three-day ordeal
A terrified kitten trapped for days in a Handsworth sewer was saved in a dramatic RSPCA rescue. Named Olivia Twist, she was rehomed after her cries alerted a passerby. Read the incredible story.
How Birmingham residents defeated HMO plans in 2025
A look at how community action led to the rejection of several HMO applications in Birmingham in 2025, from Handsworth to Erdington. Read the success stories.
Man held in Handsworth for smuggling ads on social media
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth for allegedly advertising illegal people smuggling services on social media. A second man was found illegally in the UK. Read the full details.
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.
Man held in Handsworth for 'people smuggling ads on social media'
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth on suspicion of advertising people smuggling on social media. The NCA and West Midlands Police seized electronic devices in the raid. Read the full details.
Birmingham's growing sewage blockage problem revealed
Severn Trent reveals the grim reality of what gets flushed in Birmingham, causing 30,000 blockages a year. See the shocking items and learn the 'three Ps' rule to help.
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.
Second person charged in Birmingham teen murder case
Olivier Gabbis, 20, charged with assisting an offender following the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Yassin Alama in Handsworth. Police continue their investigation.
Four injured in Birmingham two-car crash, boy hospitalised
A boy and three adults were injured in a two-car collision at a Handsworth junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Get the latest Birmingham traffic news.
Driver charged after fatal Soho Road crash in Birmingham
A driver faces multiple charges after a collision on Soho Road, Handsworth, left a pedestrian dead and a woman seriously injured. Police appeal for witnesses.
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.
Man arrested after fatal Soho Road crash in Birmingham
A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a collision on Soho Road, Birmingham, which killed a 54-year-old man. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Birmingham hit-and-run: Man killed on Soho Road, police hunt driver
A man in his 50s died at the scene after a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Handsworth. A woman was injured. Police are searching for the driver of a Vauxhall Corsa. Call 101 with information.
Soho Road hit-and-run leaves man dead, woman in hospital
A man in his 50s has died after a hit-and-run on Birmingham's Soho Road. A woman was also injured. Police hunt for the Vauxhall Corsa driver. Call 101 with info.
Hit-and-run kills man, injures woman in Birmingham
A man has died and a woman is in hospital after a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Handsworth. Police are hunting the driver of a Vauxhall Corsa. Call 101 with information.
Birmingham man charged after guns found at city address
Carlo Reid, 23, of Handsworth, appears at Birmingham Magistrates' Court charged with firearm possession and related offences after police discovery. Follow for breaking updates.
Police hunt hit-and-run driver after Soho Road collision
Police are searching for a driver who fled the scene after a collision left two pedestrians injured on Soho Road in Handsworth. One person has serious injuries. The road is closed.
Serious collision closes A41 Soho Road in Handsworth
A serious collision has led to the closure of the A41 Soho Road in Handsworth, Birmingham. Police are investigating and bus diversions are in place. Follow for live updates.
Birmingham's top crime hotspots named in new data
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous postcodes for violent and sexual offences. See the full list and police response to the city's crime wave.
Reggae Icon Apache Indian Wins Major Community Award
Reggae legend Apache Indian receives an Honorary Music Champion award, expressing pride in his Handsworth roots and British identity. Read his inspiring speech.
Midland Metro tram breaks down in West Bromwich rush hour
A broken-down tram at Kenrick Park has halted all Midland Metro services between West Bromwich Central and Handsworth Booth Street, causing major disruption. Passengers are advised to use their tickets on National Express West Midlands buses. #Birmingham
Man shot in Handsworth drug deal, court told
A man was shot in the stomach after attempting to buy drugs in Handsworth, Birmingham Crown Court hears. The trial continues as the defendant denies attempted murder.
Handsworth residents oppose six-bed HMO plan
Plans to convert a Handsworth family home into a six-bedroom HMO face local opposition over anti-social behaviour concerns. Residents say 'we don't want it here'.
Teen charged with murder of Yassin Alama in Birmingham
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 19-year-old Yassin Alama, who was fatally stabbed in Handsworth. The accused will appear at Birmingham Magistrates' Court.
10 Tonnes of Debris Removed Daily from Birmingham Sewers
Severn Trent is clearing 10 tonnes of wet wipes and nappies from Birmingham's sewers daily. A major project aims to remove 1,000 tonnes to fix blockages. Remember: only flush the 3 Ps.
Two teens arrested after Birmingham stabbing
Two teenagers arrested, one for murder, after 19-year-old Yassin Alama was fatally stabbed in Handsworth Wood. Police are appealing for information.
Birmingham hit-and-run: Man assists police enquiry
A male pedestrian suffered serious injuries in a hit-and-run on Radnor Road, Handsworth. Police confirm a man has now come forward. Call 101 with information.
Birmingham Council Sells Former Nursery at Auction
Cash-strapped Birmingham City Council is selling the former Birchfield Community Day Nursery in Handsworth at auction on December 10. Guide price is over £300,000 for the 17,513 sq ft site.
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