Man charged over fatal Kings Heath hit-and-run
A 50-year-old man faces multiple charges after a fatal hit-and-run collision on Highters Heath Lane in Birmingham. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
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Why Birmingham's sky turned purple during Storm Goretti
Birmingham residents were stunned as the sky turned a vivid purple overnight during Storm Goretti. Discover the science and social media theories behind this breathtaking spectacle.
Couple jailed for 'web of lies' over fatal crash
A married couple who spun a 'web of lies' to evade justice after a fatal M62 crash have been jailed. Steven Naylor killed Owen Baugh while driving at 120mph.
Man arrested in Handsworth after police chase stolen car
A 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of theft, dangerous driving and failing to stop after a police pursuit in the early hours. The stolen vehicle was tracked from Great Barr to Handsworth.
Two arrested after dangerous Tipton police chase
Two men, aged 20 and 25, arrested in Tipton after a dangerous police chase involving red lights. Class A and B drugs seized, vehicle linked to earlier theft. Read the full update.
Driver jailed for 12 years over fatal crash lies
Steven Naylor killed Owen Baugh in a 2021 M62 crash, then spun a 'web of lies' about his health for years. He and his wife have now been sentenced. Read the full story.
Holiday Inn Rapist Jailed for 12 Years in Birmingham
Philip Duffield, 25, from Solihull, has been sentenced to 12 years for raping two women and assaulting a third. Judge branded him a 'dangerous' and 'unrepentant' offender.
Holiday Inn rapist jailed for 12 years after attacks
Philip Duffield, 25, from Solihull, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for raping two women and assaulting a third after spiking her drink. Read the full court report.
Police Shame Drivers for Dangerous School Parking
West Midlands Police issue tickets and shame drivers for 'inconsiderate and dangerous' parking on school zigzags in Halesowen, warning it puts lives at risk. Read the full story.
UK's Most Dangerous Roads in High Winds Revealed
Meteorologist Jim Dale identifies the UK's most perilous roads for van drivers during high winds, including the M62 and A57. Discover the full list and safety advice.
Rare Freezing Rain Warning for Northern England Saturday
A 'rare and dangerous' freezing rain event is forecast for northern England this Saturday at 6pm. The Met Office warns of extreme hazards for travel and aviation. Read the full forecast.
More snow forecast for Birmingham this week
The Met Office warns of sleet, snow, and strong winds hitting Birmingham from Thursday. A yellow ice warning is in place, with travel disruption likely. Read the full forecast.
Doctor's drink-drive crash leaves taxi driver seriously hurt
A doctor training to be a consultant caused a head-on collision while over twice the legal alcohol limit. The taxi driver suffered fractures and a long recovery. Read the full court details.
Man charged over Tipton burglary and dangerous driving
A man faces multiple charges after a burglary in Tipton where shutter doors were rammed and cable stolen. He was arrested following a dangerous police pursuit. Read the full details.
Joshua's driver charged after fatal Nigeria crash
Anthony Joshua's chauffeur faces four charges, including causing death by dangerous driving, after a crash in Nigeria that killed two of the boxer's friends. Read the latest updates.
Over 1,500 drivers repeatedly ran red lights
Shocking DVLA data reveals over 1,500 motorists were convicted multiple times for running red traffic lights. Experts warn of dangerous habits and call for stricter enforcement. Read the full report.
Birmingham's Chilly, Wet Start to New Year 2026
Birmingham faces a cold, wet New Year's Day with highs of just 6°C and scattered showers. Get the full Met Office forecast for the West Midlands and UK snow warnings.
Midlands driver in court after police helicopter chase
Callum Nightingale, 26, from Walsall, has been remanded in custody over alleged dangerous driving offences following a police helicopter pursuit in Sandwell. Read the full details.
BMW driver jailed for Bilston moped crash causing disability
Majinder Singh Virk sentenced for dangerous driving after hitting moped rider in Bilston. The victim suffered catastrophic injuries and now lives with a permanent disability.
Drunk Driver Crashes into Garden Wall, Arrested
A motorist significantly over the legal alcohol limit has been arrested after a high-speed collision into a garden wall in Yew Tree. The incident caused major property damage. Read the full story.
Man arrested for drink driving after police chase in Sandwell
A 26-year-old man is in custody after a dangerous police pursuit in the Black Country. The police helicopter was deployed to track the vehicle, which was being driven without headlights.
Banned driver jailed for 100mph wrong-way police chase
Saiful Islam led police on a dangerous 100mph pursuit in Birmingham, driving on the wrong carriageway. He has been jailed for 16 months. Read the full story.
Birmingham's 28 Dec Forecast: Overcast, Light Showers, 11C
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
Man charged over Wolverhampton hit-and-run
A 28-year-old man has been charged after a hit-and-run collision on Goldthorn Hill left a woman in her 50s in hospital. Read the latest from West Midlands Police.
School Car Park Crash Causes Life-Changing Brain Injury
A teenage girl has been sentenced after a friend suffered a fractured skull and permanent brain damage falling from a car she drove. Read the full court report.
Dangerous driver jailed for killing pedestrian in Oldbury
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.
Dangerous driver jailed for 70mph police chase
A disqualified driver who led police on a terrifying 70mph chase through residential streets and rammed a police car has been jailed. Read the full story and sentencing details.
Man arrested after Wolverhampton hit-and-run leaves woman in hospital
A 28-year-old man is in custody after a hit-and-run collision on Goldthorn Hill, Wolverhampton. The pedestrian, a woman in her 50s, remains in a stable condition in hospital. Police appeal for witnesses.
Two-year-old killed in A1 collision in Cambridgeshire
A two-year-old boy from London has died after a stationary car was struck on the A1 in Cambridgeshire. A 64-year-old man has been arrested. Police appeal for witnesses.
Two pedestrians killed in Bolton crash, teen arrested
Two women, aged 57 and 59, died after being hit by a VW Polo on Smithills Dean Road, Bolton. A 19-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Police appeal for witnesses.
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