Derby City Council has spent £1,400 on security guards to protect workers removing England and Union flags following 'threatening behaviour'. Full details on the council's U-turn and costs revealed.
West Midlands Police appeal for public help to locate suspects wanted for serious crimes including robbery and assault. See the images and share information anonymously.
Jack Robinson discusses his difficult start at Birmingham City and why he still believes the squad can push for Premier League promotion, despite their current 14th place standing.
Chris Davies urges Birmingham City players to keep heads up after 1-1 draw with Derby County. Blues rue missed chances and a red card ahead of Southampton clash.
Jack Robinson's first goal for Birmingham City salvaged a 1-1 Boxing Day draw with Derby County, but captain Christoph Klarer's late red card marred the result. Read the full player ratings and match report.
Birmingham City face Derby County in a crucial Championship Boxing Day clash at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park. Follow live updates and team news for the 12:30pm kick-off.
West Northamptonshire Council proposes a crackdown on banned turns, box junctions, and one-way offences using ANPR cameras. Have your say in the consultation.
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.
Under-pressure Chris Davies is set to shake up his Birmingham City side for the crucial Championship clash with Derby County. Get the full predicted XI and team news here.
Year 12 students at Derby Cathedral School organised the school's inaugural Christmas market, raising over £2,000 for local charities. The event featured 35 stalls and was part of the Archbishop's Young Leaders Award.
Exclusive analysis of West Midlands Police figures ranks every Birmingham area for violence and sexual offences. See where your neighbourhood stands in the latest crime data.
Keshi Anderson is a major doubt for Birmingham City's Boxing Day clash with Derby County. Get the latest team news and Chris Davies' selection headache.
Thousands more drivers have been fined after Birmingham City Council moved bus lane cameras on Broad Street. Discover the impact of the enforcement change and the surge in penalties.
Thomas Green, 28, has been sentenced to 14 years for child rape. The judge deemed him 'especially dangerous'. Police urge victims to come forward.
Staff from Firs Primary School in Derby brought Christmas magic to eight-year-old Michal Winter in hospital after he missed the school's 'Breakfast with Santa' due to his rare condition. Read this heartwarming story.
Chris Davies faces a defensive headache as Birmingham City prepare to host Derby County on Boxing Day. We predict the starting lineup, with Kyogo tipped for a start.
A former Midlands dance instructor has been imprisoned after pleading guilty to sexual offences against students. She exploited her position to groom victims, causing lifelong trauma. Read the full story.
Derby County are ready to make Dion Sanderson's loan move permanent in January. The defender, once written off, has revived his career under John Eustace. Read the latest transfer news.
A dedicated supporter's monthly donation will provide 100 nights of expert end-of-life nursing care for families across Derby and southern Derbyshire. Discover how community generosity sustains vital hospice services.
New crime severity scores rank UK towns and cities. See where Birmingham, Nottingham, and other Midlands areas place on the national list of most dangerous places.
Aston Villa's Premier League clashes with Brighton and Wolves have been moved for TV broadcast. The West Midlands derby is set for a Friday night under the lights, pending European commitments.
James Goulding has been sentenced to 13 years for rape and coercive control in Staffordshire. Police commend the survivor's bravery in coming forward.
Derby County are closing in on a permanent £350,000 transfer for Birmingham City defender Dion Sanderson. Get the latest on the January move and what it means for both clubs.
Rebecca Joynes, jailed for six-and-a-half years for sexual activity with pupils, could be banned from teaching for life after a conduct panel ruled her actions caused 'enormous damage'.
New data reveals Birmingham's worst roads for speeding fines, with average speed cameras catching thousands. Discover the city's top traffic offence hotspots and new safety plans.
Two Midlands mothers share their journey from isolation to optimism after completing a work academy with East Midlands Railway. Discover how sector-based programmes are creating pathways to jobs.
New enforcement cameras in Exeter and Barnstaple caught thousands breaching bus lanes and gates. Drivers get warnings first, then fines. Read the latest traffic updates.
A major incident declared in Derby after police raid leads to two arrests for explosives offences. 200 properties evacuated as Army bomb disposal teams work at the scene.
A controlled explosion was carried out in Derby after 200 homes were evacuated. Two men are in custody as police confirm it is not a terrorism incident. Read the latest.
Over 200 homes evacuated in Derby after police arrest two men on suspicion of explosives offences. Army bomb disposal teams are on scene. Read the latest updates.