Boy racer avoids jail for 80mph stunt in West Bromwich
Oskar Arif, 22, received a suspended sentence after racing at 80mph on a 40mph road in West Bromwich. He is the 14th driver punished under a Black Country-wide injunction.
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Woman's M25 escape bid to Tunisia ends in court
A Longton woman who tried to flee to Tunisia in breach of a court order was intercepted on the M25. Maria Shaw, 46, was given a suspended sentence for perverting justice and forgery. Read the full story.
81 Birmingham Bus Routes Suspended or Changed Tonight
Severe weather disrupts over 80 National Express West Midlands bus services. Check the full list of suspensions and route changes for Friday, January 9.
Midlands bus services suspended due to heavy snow
National Express West Midlands suspends all services as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and 'difficult' road conditions. See the full list of affected routes and latest updates.
Storm Goretti Causes Major Midlands Travel Suspension
Storm Goretti's heavy snow brings Midlands travel to a standstill. National Express West Midlands suspends all buses until at least 8:30am. Check latest updates.
Birmingham Airport flights suspended due to heavy snow
Birmingham Airport suspends all runway operations after heavy snowfall from Storm Goretti. Passengers urged to contact airlines before travelling. Latest updates.
Bus diversions across Birmingham and Midlands in heavy snow
Storm Goretti brings heavy snow, causing travel chaos. National Express West Midlands diverts dozens of bus services. Check the full list of affected routes and latest travel advice.
Prolific shoplifter jailed for 40 weeks over 20 thefts
A prolific shoplifter has been jailed for 40 weeks after admitting 20 charges of theft from stores in Telford, including stealing coffee worth £12. Read the full police statement.
Eight Durham Police Officers Suspended Over Spain Trip
Eight officers from Durham Constabulary suspended pending investigation into alleged misconduct during off-duty holiday in Spain. The force's professional standards department is leading the probe.
Former Ref David Coote sentenced over child abuse video
Former Premier League referee David Coote receives a suspended prison sentence after a category A indecent video of a schoolboy was found on his laptop. Read the full court details.
David Coote sentenced over indecent child image
Former Premier League referee David Coote receives a suspended prison sentence after a category A indecent video of a schoolboy was found on his laptop. Read the full court details.
National Grid urges West Midlands to prepare for Storm Goretti
National Grid urges West Midlands residents to prepare for power cuts as Storm Goretti brings up to 20cm of snow and -12.5C temperatures. Call 105 in an emergency.
Amber Snow Warning Issued for Midlands
National Highways issues an amber severe weather alert for snow across the Midlands from Thursday evening. Drivers urged to plan for significant travel disruption.
Amex £600 Bonus Points Offer for UK Customers
American Express unveils limited-time Platinum and Gold Card sign-up offers worth up to £600 in points and travel credit for UK customers. Apply by January 13, 2026.
15cm Snow Warning for Midlands Motorways
National Highways issues an amber alert as Storm Goretti threatens 15cm of snow on M6, M5, M40 & M42 from Thursday night. Check the full list of affected junctions and travel advice.
Snow Hill Queensway Closure: Weekend Bus Diversions
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 Jan 2026 for a crane lift. Key National Express bus routes diverted. Full diversion details here.
Birmingham Bus Diversions: Snow Hill Queensway Weekend Closure
Snow Hill Queensway in Birmingham city centre closes from 10-11 January for a crane lift. National Express West Midlands services 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 52, 74, 101, 126, X8 & X10 diverted. Full diversion details here.
Amex £600 Bonus Points Offer: Eligibility Explained
American Express has launched new limited-time offers on Platinum and Gold Cards, allowing customers to earn up to £600 in points and travel credit. Find out if you're eligible before the January 2026 deadline.
New UK Road Safety Strategy Targets 65% Fewer Deaths by 2035
The government's new national road safety plan, the first in ten years, targets a 65% cut in road deaths by 2035. West Midlands leaders welcome the 'long overdue' strategy.
Bus driver seriously hurt in Small Heath van collision
A National Express bus driver suffered potentially serious injuries in a crash with a van at a Birmingham roundabout. Two passengers were also hospitalised. Read the latest traffic and safety update.
Bus and van crash at Birmingham roundabout near Asda
A National Express bus and a van collided at Heybarnes Circus in Small Heath during Monday's rush hour, causing significant traffic disruption. Read the latest traffic update.
Birmingham snow causes school closure and travel disruption
Snowfall in Birmingham forces Uplands Manor Primary School to shut and disrupts transport across the West Midlands. Get the latest travel updates and weather warnings here.
Birmingham bus diversions due to icy weather
National Express West Midlands bus services face major disruptions in Birmingham and the Black Country on 5 January 2026 due to severe ice. Check routes before you travel.
Sister knocked out with metal pole in birthday row
William Doyle, 51, attacked his sister after she forgot his birthday present. He avoided jail but received a suspended sentence and a five-year restraining order.
West Midlands bus diversions due to frost and snow warning
Multiple National Express bus services in Birmingham, West Bromwich and Dudley are diverted due to icy conditions. A Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice starts Sunday. Check your route.
West Midlands travel disruption as temperatures hit -5C
Bus services across Birmingham face major disruptions due to icy conditions after snow. National Express urges passengers to stay safe. Follow the latest weather and travel updates.
Bus Crashes Into Birmingham Hospital Stop, Injuries Reported
A double-decker bus ploughed into a crowded stop outside a major Birmingham hospital, causing multiple injuries. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest updates.
Bus crashes into stop on icy Birmingham roads
A double-decker bus crashed into a stop in Perry Barr amid treacherous icy conditions. No injuries reported as gritters are deployed across the city.
Bus crashes into Birmingham stop on icy road
A 997 bus collided with a bus stop outside One Stop Shopping Centre in Birmingham after hitting black ice. No one was injured, but the incident highlights widespread travel chaos.
Tesco's Secret Code Offers Free Food After 9:30pm
Shoppers are discovering a Tesco Express scheme where items marked 'CS' are free after 9:30pm. Learn how the initiative cuts food waste and benefits customers.
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