Lifestyle experts Muddy Stilettos name the eight most desirable spots in the West Midlands for 2026, from Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter to Solihull. Discover the top areas for property, commuting, and lifestyle.
New data reveals nearly 90,000 speeding offences in the West Midlands last year, with Birmingham's A4540 the worst road. More average speed cameras are planned for 2026.
Eight National Express West Midlands bus routes are diverted due to ice and snow on Friday, January 2. Check the full list of affected services and diversions here.
A major new campaign urges UK drivers to reduce speed by 5mph to halve fatal collisions. Learn the shocking stats and official warnings for safer roads.
A Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice is causing major travel disruption across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Check your journey before you travel.
New data reveals 90,000 speeding offences in the West Midlands in 2025, with A4540 New John Street West the top hotspot. See the full list of roads and daily offence rates.
New data reveals 64.9% of 2023's fatal UK crashes involved a 'Fatal Four' factor. Labour considers new driving laws and tech to combat speeding, drink-driving, phone use, and seat belt offences. Read the full analysis.
West Midlands Metro ticket prices will rise in 2026, with single fares increasing by up to 50p. Find out the new costs and the major 'tap-in' payment changes coming to the tram network.
From a selfless teen saving a life on a bus to Black Sabbath's historic reunion, discover the uplifting stories that defined the Midlands in 2025. Read the full round-up.
Lambeth Council is installing new speed cameras and a traffic filter to tackle dangerous speeding and cut-through traffic, following resident concerns. Find out the key locations affected.
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street reflects on his tenure, highlighting transport wins, housing progress, and the battle for more devolved powers. Read his full vision for the region.
Police in West Bromwich have arrested five people and seized over 100 wraps of heroin and crack cocaine in a raid on Trinity Street. One man was detained in the garden. Follow for more crime 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 woman was taken to Royal Shrewsbury Hospital after a road collision in Coley, Newport. West Midlands Ambulance Service sent an air ambulance and other crews. Read the latest traffic and emergency news.
Step back to 1968 in the West Midlands. See the Bull Ring, Kennedy mosaic, and a region transforming. Explore our gallery of 30 rare photos.
West Midlands Police seek public help to trace Patricia Hale, 35, suspected of outraging public decency in West Bromwich on September 6. Call 101 with info.
Birmingham Council plans new traffic calming on Cranes Park Road in Sheldon. The scheme, part of a wider plan to prioritise people over cars, includes a refuge island and mini-roundabout. Have your say in the consultation.
The sister of Anthony Sharma, murdered by Diogo Bettencourt, shares her grief and calls for witnesses. West Midlands Police appeal for information on the brutal attack.
West Midlands Police are investigating a hate crime after a man dumped raw meat outside the Guru Narak Gurdwara in West Bromwich. The incident, caught on camera, occurred on December 22. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
West Midlands Police are investigating after a man was filmed dumping raw meat outside a Sikh Gurdwara in West Bromwich. The incident is being treated as a religiously aggravated hate crime.
Discover the ultimate guide to festive events in Birmingham, Solihull, Warwick & beyond. From light trails to pantos and ice skating, plan your perfect Twixmas break.
A new hub in Birmingham, funded by a £2m donation, aims to tackle child poverty and food waste by delivering millions of meals and providing skills training. It's a key part of King Charles's national vision.
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's speeding hotspots as average speed cameras record 90,000 offences. Discover the city's most notorious roads and new safety plans.
Lifestyle experts name the eight best areas to live in the West Midlands in 2026. Discover the top picks, from Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter to vibrant Kings Heath.
A man is in a critical condition after being shot on Wordsworth Road in Willenhall. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident that occurred hours before Christmas Eve.
Muazzam Luqman, 22, was sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting a woman at over 70mph in a 40mph zone. Read the full report.
A woman in her 70s has died after being struck by a van on Worcester Road in Chadbury. A 54-year-old driver is in custody. Read the latest on the investigation.
Discover seven of the prettiest villages in the West Midlands for a delightful Christmas stroll away from the festive hustle. Perfect for families seeking a quaint escape this holiday season.
Over 1,600 motorists fined in 39 days on Kent's A299 Thanet Way due to urgent safety measures for damaged road surfaces. Police urge drivers to respect the limit.
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.