A Bristol defence tech firm and London manufacturer are creating 100 jobs across South West England. This joint venture boosts sovereign UK manufacturing of advanced sensing systems for national security.
Saint Francis Hospice's first Strictly event dazzled 850 guests, raising over £46,000 for palliative care. Amateur dancers competed for the Glitter Ball Trophy in an unforgettable evening.
Plans for a 263-bed student accommodation block on the former Golden Eagle pub site in Birmingham city centre have been recommended for approval. The development aims to transform this prominent location.
A knifeman remains at large after a man suffered serious stab wounds in Birmingham city centre. Police are urging witnesses to come forward with information.
Syer Hair & Beauty, a family-run salon for four decades, has closed at the Gracechurch Centre. Read the story behind this local landmark's final chapter.
Step inside Amazon's colossal £500m Sutton Coldfield fulfilment centre. Discover the robotics, algorithms, and 2,500-strong workforce powering this logistics behemoth. Read the full story now.
Discover three festive garden centres in the West Midlands transforming into winter wonderlands for Christmas 2025. Plan your magical visit today!
The trial of Djeison Rafael, accused of murdering Katie Fox in a Birmingham city centre stabbing, has been scheduled for May 2025. Police continue to appeal for witnesses.
West Midlands Police boost city centre patrols after the unprovoked fatal stabbing of Katie Fox, 34, at a Birmingham bus stop. A 21-year-old man has been charged with murder.
Fashion brand White Stuff is making a Birmingham comeback, opening a new Grand Central store. Discover the latest retail boost for the city centre and what other brands are arriving.
Discover how a massive £1bn investment is transforming Wigan, Leigh, and surrounding towns through 11 major regeneration projects set for completion by 2028.
Katie Fox, 34, tragically died after a stabbing near a Birmingham bus stop. A 21-year-old man has been charged. Our thoughts are with her family.
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.
West Midlands Police have charged 19 individuals following significant disorder in Birmingham city centre, with offences including violent disorder and weapon possession after coordinated police action.
Heritage campaigners sound alarm as Burslem's historic town centre faces being added to England's 'at risk' register, with iconic buildings deteriorating and urgent action needed to save Stoke-on-Trent's mother town.
Exciting plans revealed to transform empty Darlington Street Methodist Chapel into vibrant community space with café and heritage features in Wolverhampton city centre.
Discover how Birmingham's revolutionary 360-degree 4K screen is creating immersive digital art experiences in the heart of the city centre, attracting visitors with stunning visual displays.
Violence mars Aston Villa's European clash as police make multiple arrests following disorder in Birmingham city centre. Flares and confrontations overshadow football spectacle.
A Birmingham man faces crown court after allegedly destroying a high-performance BMW M4 and causing extensive damage during a dramatic city centre incident that left emergency services scrambling.
Shocking daylight assault near Birmingham's Grand Central sees 30-year-old victim punched to ground in unprovoked attack. Police release CCTV images of suspect.
A Stockport day care centre for dementia patients is set for significant renovations after technology reseller MusicMagpie donated £10,000 to the Forget Me Not charity, enhancing facilities for vulnerable residents.
A vital campaign launches in Southport encouraging residents to seek medical help at the first sign of lung cancer symptoms, as early detection dramatically improves survival rates.
West Midlands Police release CCTV image of man wanted for questioning after threatening behaviour towards bus driver in Birmingham city centre
Shocking scenes unfolded in Birmingham city centre as violent yobs launched fireworks at police officers during a night of chaos that left emergency services under attack.
Thousands of frustrated shoppers at John Lewis Birmingham encounter major accessibility challenges as multiple escalators remain out of order, sparking concerns about mobility access and customer experience.
The popular Coffee#1 café in Sutton Coldfield's Gracechurch Shopping Centre has closed unexpectedly, with staff reportedly learning about the closure just hours before shutting down permanently.
HSBC announces the permanent closure of its landmark New Street branch in Birmingham city centre, affecting thousands of customers and marking the end of an era for high street banking.
A murder investigation is underway in Tamworth after a 46-year-old man died following a serious assault in the town centre. Police have arrested a 41-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
A groundbreaking £15 million high-value engineering centre is coming to Coventry, creating 150 jobs and positioning the city as a global leader in advanced manufacturing and sustainable technology.
West Midlands Police are investigating after a protest banner calling for Conservative councillors to be hanged appeared during a pro-Palestine demonstration in Birmingham city centre.