The 390-year-old Barley Mow pub in Wolverhampton has been forced to close temporarily due to a water leak from the neighbouring Penn Golf Course. The team is working to resolve the issue. Read for updates.
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.
A car overturned on Kings Heath High Street, Birmingham. Two people were assessed for minor injuries. Bus routes were temporarily disrupted. Read the latest traffic updates.
Rail passengers in southeast England face higher fares as contactless payment rollout aligns with TfL peak times. Some off-peak tickets are now more expensive.
Drivers on the M6 face major disruption in early 2026 as a 60-year-old railway bridge is replaced. Full closures planned for two weekends. Plan your journey now.
HS2 Ltd's CEO admits the high-speed rail line cannot open between London and Birmingham by 2033. Read the latest on the project's 'fundamental reset' and revised schedule.
HS2 Ltd CEO Mark Wild confirms the 2029-2033 opening schedule is unachievable. Read the latest on the project's 'reset' and construction progress.
A major Birmingham road was closed for hours after a building fire required 20 firefighters. Read about the disruption and bus diversions.
A detailed look at the major projects across Walsall, from town centre regeneration to new railway stations, as the borough's £1.5bn transformation programme advances into 2026.
The rollout of contactless payments on UK railways has led to higher peak-time fares and reduced off-peak options, sparking criticism from MPs and passenger groups. Find out how the changes affect your journey.
Plan your New Year's Eve with our guide to West Midlands Railway's early shutdowns, engineering works, and replacement bus services from Dec 27. Check last train times now.
A year after meeting on a late-night London Northwestern Railway service, Steve Higgs recreated the journey and proposed to Payal Pandya with the train guard's help. Read their heartwarming UK love story.
The Met Office has issued a 20-hour yellow weather warning for Christmas Day, warning of strong winds and potential power disruptions across 26 areas in South West England and Wales. Find the full list here.
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!
Network Rail begins vital track replacement near Ingatestone station over five weekends from Jan 10. Expect bus replacements and level crossing closures. Check before you travel.
Construction is finished on five new railway stations in Birmingham and the Black Country, restoring passenger services to some areas for the first time since WWII. Read the full details.
Staff shortages cause major CrossCountry train cancellations and delays through Birmingham New Street on Dec 22, disrupting travel from Nottingham to Cardiff. Check your journey.
The Brecon Mountain Railway in Wales has been ranked as one of Europe's top ten most scenic train journeys. Just over two hours from Birmingham, it offers a stunning and affordable day out.
A Welsh steam railway just over two hours from Birmingham has been ranked among Europe's most beautiful scenic train journeys, based on Tripadvisor reviews. Discover this affordable day out.
The Met Office warns of snow and ice across the West Midlands this week, with travel disruption likely. Stay informed and prepare for hazardous conditions.
Three new Birmingham railway stations are finished, with passenger services set to start early next year. The project ends an 80-year wait for rail travel in the area.
Construction is finished on five new stations in Birmingham and Walsall, marking a major step for the Camp Hill line's return. Passenger services are set to begin early in 2025.
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.
Major disruption on Birmingham rail lines after a train struck an obstruction between New Street and International stations. Delays and alterations expected. Get the latest travel updates here.
Construction on five new stations in Birmingham and the Black Country is finished. Services will begin in early 2025, restoring passenger trains to some lines after decades. Read more.
Rail passengers face major disruption as flooding cancels and diverts West Midlands Railway services between Birmingham New Street and Stratford-upon-Avon. Rail replacement buses are running.
Bus station workers and customer service staff in the West Midlands walk out for a second time, rejecting a 3.2% pay offer. UNISON warns of disruption to transport and projects.
Elton and Orston station in Nottinghamshire was used by just 212 people last year, making it one of the UK's least-used. Discover the story behind the quiet platform.
Drivers on the M6 face major disruption as the motorway shuts between junctions 39 and 40 for two consecutive weekends in January for essential bridge work. Plan your journey now.
A Willenhall businessman says his firm faces a 'slow and painful death' due to railway works, demanding £260k compensation. Read his story and the official response.