£20m heroin racket smashed in Birmingham
A father and son avoid jail after a £20.3m heroin haul was found hidden in fruit juice from Afghanistan. The NCA is now hunting two other suspects.
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Woman arrested for £1,500 Selfridges theft in Birmingham
A 40-year-old woman was arrested for stealing £1,500 of goods from Selfridges as police step up patrols for one of Birmingham's busiest Christmas shopping weekends. Join our WhatsApp for breaking news.
Birmingham Councillors Row Over Safety Emergency
Conservatives demand Birmingham Council declare a public safety emergency after violent attacks, but Labour accuses them of 'playing politics'. Read the full story.
Gang jailed for stealing 330,000 bullets in heist
A criminal gang has been sentenced for stealing over 330,000 rounds of ammunition from a lorry in Sutton Coldfield, an act police described as an 'unimaginable threat to public safety'. Read the full story.
Essex programme transforms girls' lives through sport
The Girls Inspired programme in Essex is helping vulnerable young women escape unhealthy relationships and criminality through sport and mentoring. Discover how this initiative creates positive change.
Midlands gang sentenced for double stabbing and machete attack
A violent gang has been sentenced after two teenagers suffered life-changing injuries in a West Bromwich stabbing and car machete attack. Read the full court details.
70 Arrests in West Midlands Knife Crime Crackdown
West Midlands Police's expanded Project Guardian Taskforce has made over 70 arrests and seized nearly 70 weapons in a major crackdown on knife crime and serious youth violence.
Teen charged with knife possession in Kings Norton
A 17-year-old boy has been charged after police were called to reports of children with knives in the Shannon Road area of Kings Norton, Birmingham.
Birmingham's Cardboard Carnival Champions Climate Justice
Over 200 people joined a vibrant Cardboard Carnival parade in Birmingham, showcasing creative animal models and demanding climate action alongside COP30. Discover how local youth are leading the change.
Formby Optician Sponsors Youth Football Club Kits
Specsavers Formby invests £1,200 in Formby Wanderers, funding new kits for grassroots football teams and promoting community inclusivity. Support local sport today!
Police launch major crime blitz in Erdington
West Midlands Police launch Operation Skybridge in Erdington, targeting vehicle crime, drugs and burglary. Officers have already made multiple arrests and seized weapons.
Teen machete thug told 'you got what you deserved'
A Nottingham teenager who was stabbed with his own machete during a gang confrontation has been told by a judge that the public will say he 'got what he deserved'. Discover the full story.
Birmingham knife crime: Weapons offences triple national rate
A spate of stabbings has shaken Birmingham, with two fatalities. Exclusive data reveals weapon possession offences in the city are over three times the national average. Read the full report.
Plymouth pair jailed for brutal 'is he dead yet?' attack
Tommy McTighe and Gemma Vanstone sentenced for premeditated stabbing in Plymouth. Read about the shocking case and police response to violent crime.
Birmingham duo wanted after £20m drugs seizure
Two Birmingham men are on the run after a £20m heroin shipment, concealed in pomegranate juice, was seized. Shamut Khan and Matiullah Zamankhel are wanted by the NCA. Contact authorities with information.
Two charged with vehicle theft in Birmingham
Police detained two people at a Birmingham apartment block following reports of vehicle crime. Lisa Wise and Emile George have been charged with theft from a motor vehicle.
£20m heroin juice smugglers avoid prison
A father and son avoided jail after smuggling £20m of heroin into Birmingham hidden in pomegranate juice. Two other suspects remain at large in this major NCA bust.
Kidnappers jailed for horrific West Midlands crimes
Multiple kidnappers convicted in the West Midlands for subjecting victims to brutal attacks, sexual assault, and ransom demands. Read the full details of these shocking cases.
South Wales young musicians star at Royal Albert Hall
220 young musicians from South Wales schools delivered a spectacular performance at the Music for Youth Proms. Discover how this initiative empowers the next generation.
Loughborough pupils win 5 medals at European Laser Run
Three Loughborough Grammar School students and their coach won five medals representing GB at the European Laser Run Championships in Turkey. Discover their phenomenal success story.
£50k Donation for Merthyr Tydfil Youth Training
The Persimmon Foundation donates £50,000 to Stephens and George Charitable Trust for vocational training, supporting 100 young people in Merthyr Tydfil. Discover how this transforms local futures.
Sheffield teen wins award for disability advocacy work
Aroob Haroon, 15, from Sheffield, triumphs at Youth Awards despite personal adversity. Her powerful question about wheelchair representation inspires change. Read her incredible story.
£5k Grant for Free Youth Football in Rushcliffe
Rushcliffe Borough Council awards £5,000 for free Premier League Kicks football sessions, boosting confidence and social skills for 8-16 year olds. Book now!
20,000 Youth Training Pledges in West Midlands
West Midlands Mayor launches Youth Plan to create 20,000 training opportunities, tackling youth unemployment rates double the national average in some areas.
Children Inspired by Magpas Air Ambulance Visit
Eighteen children had an unforgettable day with Magpas Air Ambulance, trying lifesaving kit and seeing the helicopter in action. A heartwarming initiative by EACH.
Handsworth stabbing: Police hunt for teen suspect
Police remain at a Handsworth scene 48 hours after a 19-year-old was fatally stabbed. A manhunt is underway for 17-year-old Oumar Traore. Call 999 with information.
New Partnership Supports Kent Foster Care & Youth Sport
Diagrama Fostering partners with Borough Green Junior Football Club to tackle the foster carer shortage in Kent. Discover how sport creates community support.
Birmingham safety fears after city centre attacks
Residents reveal growing unease in Birmingham city centre following a series of violent incidents, including a fatal attack. West Midlands Police increase patrols.
Birmingham's most dangerous areas ranked for 2025
New crime data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous neighbourhoods for violent and sexual offences. Lozells and East Handsworth top the list with over 2,200 incidents each.
Gangster's 'Treasure Map' Guns Plot Exposed
Crime boss Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh drew a treasure map to hidden machine guns in a failed bid to reduce his 21-year sentence. The NCA's encrypted phone crackdown uncovered the audacious ruse.
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