Dramatic footage captured a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole on the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch. A major incident was declared, with three boats lost and over 50 firefighters responding. No injuries reported.
A major incident was declared in Shropshire after a huge sinkhole breached the Llangollen Canal, swallowing three narrowboats. Emergency services evacuated residents with no casualties reported. Read the latest update.
A major incident in Whitchurch after a canal bank collapse creates a 50m sinkhole, trapping three boats. Emergency services respond. No injuries reported.
West Midlands Police increase patrols in Birmingham city centre after reports of anti-social behaviour and a firework incident. A dispersal order is now in place.
Sensitive UK diplomatic data feared stolen in a major state-sponsored cyber attack linked to China. The government is reviewing defences amid rising tensions.
The Range has been ordered to pay over £412,000 after mice and rats were found gnawing Easter eggs and leaving droppings across a Midlands store. Read the full details of the hygiene breach.
Daniel Langford, 34, overtook a police car while rushing to his ex-partner's home. He admitted dangerous driving and was given a community order and a driving ban. Read the full story.
A 75-year-old man feared for his life after a cow attack left him with a severed artery. The farmer has been fined over £12,000 for health and safety breaches. Read the full story.
Simon Matthews, 54, has been given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from multiple Droitwich stores for two years after five shoplifting convictions. Report any breaches to police.
Kieran Hayler, ex-husband of Katie Price, has pleaded not guilty to three counts of rape and one of sexual assault. The alleged offences date back to 2016. Get the latest court updates.
A Worcester woman must tear down a two-storey garden building after neighbours complained. The council refused retrospective planning permission for the 'eyesore'.
Stephen Briscoe, 60, of Dudley, receives suspended sentence and 10-year order after vigilante group exposed online communication with a child. Read the full details.
Rochdale Borough Council has issued decisions on a range of planning applications, including home extensions, tree removals, and commercial changes. Discover the latest outcomes for properties across the borough.
A Birmingham father-of-four has been sentenced to nine-and-a-half years in prison for threatening to torch his ex-girlfriend's home after she discovered he was a registered sex offender. Read the full court details.
McDonald's UK rolls out 'Order Ahead' nationwide, using geofencing to prepare orders as customers approach. Get faster service for takeaway, drive-thru, or table delivery.
A 15-year-old girl's quick-thinking 'pizza order' call to police led to the arrest of a Birmingham man who groomed her on Snapchat. Abdul Kahar, 41, pleaded guilty to multiple charges.
West Midlands Police will deploy a 12-horse mounted unit from spring 2025 to tackle riots and football violence, costing nearly £6,000 per horse annually. Read the full story.
Residents in Worcester's Pearmain Close clash with the council over a historic cedar tree. The council cites its high value, but locals claim roots are damaging property. Read the full story.
Uzair Mohammed, 25, stunned officers by admitting he had a firearm after being stopped for nitrous oxide. He has now been sentenced to five years in prison. Read the full story.
The Duke of York's relocation to a King Charles property is stalled by reported demands for a large house with full staff. Get the latest on the royal rift.
A Solihull council tenant has been banned from his property for three months after a court granted a Closure Order due to reports of Class A drug misuse and anti-social behaviour. Report issues confidentially.
Andrew McNab, 40, has been given a suspended sentence and a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order after a 'nasty and unprovoked' assault on a police officer in Telford. Read the full details of the ban.
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.
West Midlands Police impose a 48-hour dispersal order in Bloxwich to tackle anti-social behaviour and crime. Extra officers will patrol Stephenson Square and Avenue.
West Midlands Police have destroyed a modified Nissan Skyline involved in a 2022 illegal race that killed two teenagers. The driver was jailed for 13.5 years. Read the full story.
The Duke of York has been formally stripped of his last two royal honours, as reports suggest his move from Royal Lodge is delayed until next year. Read the full story.
Emirjon Gjuta, 34, has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for illegally re-entering the UK after being deported twice. Read the full details of the case here.
Asda has apologised after failing to display mandatory unit prices on items like Weetabix and dishwasher tablets, breaking UK consumer law. Discover which products were affected.
A contractor at Birmingham Airport forged 85 training certificates, risking 'catastrophic' security failures. Read the full investigation into the breach that nearly closed operations.
Ryan Whatley claimed he saved indecent images as 'evidence' but his story was dismissed in court. He received a community order and must sign the sex offenders register. Read the full details.