Five Major Birmingham Developments Approved in 2025
Birmingham's landscape is set for a dramatic overhaul as five major schemes, including a new stadium and market demolition, received planning approval in 2025. Discover the details.
Birmingham's landscape is set for a dramatic overhaul as five major schemes, including a new stadium and market demolition, received planning approval in 2025. Discover the details.
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 14-year-old Lexus from Solihull. Last seen on December 27, she has links to Birmingham city centre. Call 999 if seen.
A woman was arrested after police found a stolen puppy whimpering under a pile of clothes in Washwood Heath. 'Stechie' was reunited with his owner just in time for Christmas.
Hundreds of families had Christmas Day ruined after a kitchen extractor fan failure forced Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath to close. Read the full story of the last-minute cancellations.
Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath has reopened following an unexpected electrical fault that forced its Christmas Day closure. The restaurant confirms New Year's Day plans are unaffected. Read the full story.
A popular Midlands steakhouse was forced to cancel Christmas Day bookings for nearly 80 parties after a kitchen extractor fan failure. Families were left scrambling for last-minute alternatives.
A popular Midlands steakhouse cancelled Christmas Day bookings for nearly 80 parties due to a kitchen fault. Families were left scrambling for alternatives after last-minute notice.
Matthew Upham, 63, is missing after a stormy Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services launched a major rescue operation. Read the latest.
The search for two men missing after a Christmas Day swim in Devon has ended. Tributes are paid to Matthew Upham as families thank emergency services.
Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath cancelled Christmas Day bookings due to an unexpected electrical fault. Read the full story and local reaction here.
Emergency services called to Budleigh Salterton after swimmers got into difficulty. Two men remain missing as police urge people not to swim on Boxing Day.
Angel Madu, 39, an NHS nurse, faces her last Christmas after a lump she thought was from breastfeeding became terminal stage four cancer. Her family races to fund £75k treatment in Mexico.
Aston Villa captain John McGinn says discussions about a Premier League title challenge are forbidden at the club's training ground as they focus on their crucial festive fixtures. Read his full interview.
Police data reveals the most violent streets in Small Heath, Birmingham, after a man was fatally stabbed on Swanage Road. Two arrests have been made. Contact police with information.
West Midlands Police urge the public to call 999 if they see 15-year-old Miriam, missing from Sheldon. She was last seen wearing a black puffer coat and leggings.
A 23-year-old man is in custody after a fatal stabbing on Swanage Road, Small Heath. Police continue to investigate the incident which occurred on December 20. Contact police with information.
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
Local councillors demand a developer withdraws a stalled plan for 450 homes in Dickens Heath, fearing it threatens the future of historic football and rugby clubs. Read the latest.
Sonia Exelby, 32, from Portsmouth, was found dead in Florida. Dwain Hall, 53, is charged with her murder after she allegedly flew to the US to be killed.
A 28-year-old man arrested over a fatal stabbing in Small Heath has been released on conditional bail. Police continue their murder investigation. Call 101 with information.
Discover the surprisingly calm and well-stocked shopping destinations in Small Heath and Yardley, Birmingham, for a stress-free festive shopping experience. Avoid the crowds and find everything you need.
A man has died after being stabbed in Small Heath, Birmingham. A 28-year-old man is in custody as police launch a murder investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
A man has died after a stabbing on Swanage Road in Small Heath. Armed police swarmed the scene and a 28-year-old man is in custody. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A murder probe is underway after a man was fatally stabbed on Swanage Road, Small Heath. A 28-year-old is in custody. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Birmingham launches new speed cameras on the A45 Small Heath Highway to enforce 30mph limits. Part of a major safety drive after 23 road deaths. Find out the six high-risk locations.
Shoppers, including mothers with babies, were locked inside a Birmingham Greggs after a violent fight involving a gun erupted outside. Police are investigating the broad daylight incident in Sheldon.
From Galaxy Truffles to Time Outs, discover the 11 beloved chocolates removed from Cadbury Heroes, Roses, Quality Street and Celebrations tubs. Find out what's changed in your festive favourites.
Construction on five new West Midlands stations, including Kings Heath and Moseley, is finished. Passenger services will begin in early 2026, ending decades-long waits.
Officials in Newport fear geese are being stolen from Black Ash Park to be eaten for Christmas dinner. Councillor urges public to report suspicious activity.
Staffordshire Police are investigating after a woman in her 40s was found dead at a property on Ridgway Road, Stoke-on-Trent. The death is being treated as unexplained.