Staffordshire County Council leader Ian Cooper is under urgent investigation by Reform UK after allegations of racist and bigoted social media comments. Anti-racism group Hope Not Hate published the claims.
A 39-year-old man from Staffordshire secretly placed a tracking device in his ex-partner's bag to spy on her. He received a community order. Read the full story.
Reece Winter, 27, ran a 'ghost' drug line in Tamworth, sending thousands of messages. He was jailed for over five years. Read the full story of the police investigation.
A coroner hears PC Rehaan Akhtar, 28, is believed to have drowned after a night out in Bristol. The 'greatly respected' South Wales Police officer's body was recovered from the harbour.
A coroner has ruled the death of 30-year-old Jason Brierley, found in his Wolstanton bedroom, was drug-related. Discover the full inquest findings and the impact on his family.
Shocking CCTV shows Mohammed Amin trying to force his way into a vehicle on Waterloo Road. The 38-year-old has pleaded guilty to multiple charges. Read the full story.
Reece Winter, 27, imprisoned for running a 'ghost' line that sent 2,800 drug sale messages. Staffordshire Police warn of networks exploiting vulnerability. Report drug dealing.
A Birmingham man has been disqualified from keeping animals for five years after his German Shepherd attacked a woman in Wigginton Park. Read the full court details.
Sean Philip Vincent, 38, bombarded a woman with hundreds of calls despite a court order. He has been sentenced to two years in prison. Police urge victims to come forward.
Mark Bardell, 36, has been sentenced to seven years for rape. Staffordshire Police commended the survivor's 'tremendous bravery' in coming forward. Read the full story.
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield closed for three months after authorities seized suitcases of illegal tobacco and vapes. Report illegal sales via the Trading Standards hotline.
William Preece has been sentenced to 17 years for raping a child he befriended online. Staffordshire Police urge survivors to come forward.
A man in his 40s was pronounced dead on Longford Road, Cannock, after a major emergency service response. Police are investigating the unexplained death and appealing for witnesses.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands is expanding from 75 to 100 stores, creating up to 500 new jobs by 2027. Discover the latest retail growth in Cannock.
Staffordshire Police are investigating after a man was found dead on Longford Road in Cannock. The death is being treated as unexplained. Contact police with information.
Stafford town centre is set for a major transformation with plans for 100 new homes and a 100-bedroom hotel in the Eastgate area. The £30m project aims to boost the local economy and create new jobs.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested in a Midlands village after police uncovered drugs, an offensive weapon, and counterfeit currency. Read the full details of the police operation.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet in Cannock is set for a major expansion, creating 500 new jobs and adding 25 stores by 2027. Discover the exciting plans for the popular shopping destination.
Families can save with a 2-for-1 ticket offer for Drayton Manor's Christmas Wonderland. Experience festive rides, Santa's Grotto and more for just £25 for two.
Sharuyan Sasikumar, 23, sentenced to eight years for causing death by dangerous and drink-driving in Knutton. His passenger, Shejuti Pasha, 32, died in the collision.
A murder investigation is underway in Werrington after a man in his 50s was found dead. Five people, including a child, have been arrested. Police reassure the public.
An inquest hears Elizabeth Bury died from injuries sustained after falling on a speed bump. The coroner has filed a report to prevent future deaths.
A 17-year-old from Stafford has been charged with possession of explosive substances and accessing terrorist information. He has been remanded in custody.
A woman was injured during an attempted robbery outside Lidl on Bolebridge Street in Tamworth. Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses to the Saturday incident to come forward.
Staffordshire Police make 200 arrests in two-month crackdown on violence against women and girls, vowing daily action to secure justice for victims.
A former young offender from Staffordshire reveals how carrying a knife made him a target for county lines drug gangs. Read his shocking story and learn why he's now speaking out.
Andrew Kieron Simmons, 38, has been sentenced to four years and nine months for assault, coercive control and witness intimidation. Support is available via New Era on 0300 303 3778.
An inquest hears 12-year-old Mia Lucas had treatable autoimmune encephalitis, not just psychosis, before her death in a mental health unit. Read the full investigation.
Billyjoe Broad, 32, has been handed a three-year driving ban after failing to provide a breath specimen following an incident where a vehicle rolled into a Staffordshire pub. Read the full story.
A derelict mortuary in Staffordshire, complete with its original embalming room, has been purchased for £137,000 and is set to be converted into a unique two-bedroom luxury holiday let.