Worcester councillors have condemned West Mercia's PCC office as a 'gravy train for failed Tory politicians' amid police cuts controversy. Discover the full story behind the abolition of the role in 2028.
Motorists in West Bromwich face new 20mph restrictions on Dudley Street as part of ongoing road safety measures near schools. Learn how this affects your journey.
A teenage boy was attacked and stabbed at the Merry Hill shopping centre in Brierley Hill on one of the busiest shopping days of the year. He has been taken to hospital for treatment.
Marks & Spencer has officially opened its fully transformed 100,000sq ft flagship store at Merry Hill, featuring a larger food hall and new fashion sections. Explore the new shopping experience today!
Police are appealing for witnesses after two men were punched and kicked unconscious outside the Village Hotel in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
Latest developments from Dudley Council include major housing approval, rent increases for tenants, and service challenges in children's care and mental health.
A police watchdog has ruled an officer will not face misconduct action after Ayuub Abdi fell to his death in Birmingham when Tasered. Read the full investigation details.
Richard Taylor, 42, appears at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court charged with assault after two women were pushed into a road in Dudley. One victim sustained facial grazes.
West Midlands Police are seeking a man after an 80-year-old woman had her purse, containing cash and a bank card, stolen on Birmingham New Road. Contact police with information.
A car flipped onto its roof in a dramatic two-vehicle collision on Laurel Road, Dudley. Remarkably, no serious injuries were reported. Read the full details of this shocking incident.
A former mayor warns Dudley's grade II listed post office, left decaying by an overseas owner, may have to be demolished. Calls grow for urgent action to save the historic building.
Patients in Dudley face waits up to 252 days for vital mental health assessments as referrals surge. Council invests £215k to tackle backlog. Read the latest developments.
Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.
Dudley Council grants outline permission for 650 homes on the former Ketley Quarry site after resolving road access disputes. Discover the details of this major development.
Armed police arrested four people and recovered two zombie knives after a chase in Shirley Park, Solihull. Read the full story of the police operation.
Dudley Council tenants face a 4.8% rent increase, averaging £4.76 more per week. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget could add another £2, pushing bills even higher. Discover the full impact.
Birmingham Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to the A457 Dudley Road, aiming to create a safer, city-wide network and reduce car dependence.
Ofsted inspectors found high caseloads are hindering Dudley Council's children's services. While social workers are dedicated, service delivery remains inconsistent. Read the full report.
Birmingham City Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to A457 Dudley Road. Have your say on the updated designs.
Burglars armed with crowbars targeted a Stourbridge filling station in early hours raid. Police arrested suspect 90 minutes later. Read the latest updates.
West Midlands Police unveils its new Dudley station in a converted call centre, featuring a victim care suite and improved public facilities. Discover how this vital hub will serve the community.
New research reveals Dudley has one of Britain's worst driving theory test pass rates at just 38.2%. Discover which areas struggle most and Scotland's surprising success.
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of three suspects after stolen bank cards were used at a Dudley petrol station. The cards were taken from a car on Grosvenor Road. Contact police with info.
Police release CCTV of three men after a 90-year-old man had £3,000 stolen from his car boot in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
Dramatic footage shows police dog PD Bear tackling a suspect in Dudley. The wanted man attempted to flee but was quickly detained. Read the full story here.
Police release CCTV of three men wanted after £3,000 was stolen from a 90-year-old man's car boot in Dudley. The victim had just withdrawn the cash. Contact police with information.
A stolen Volkswagen Golf R led police on a dramatic chase through Sheldon, Birmingham, ending in a crash and the driver being bitten by a police dog before his arrest. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Shocking report reveals staffing crises in Dudley children's services as councillor describes child forced to fend for themselves. Urgent reforms needed.
Leon Haughton tracked his victim using GPS devices before a point-blank car park shooting in Dudley. Discover how police uncovered this pre-planned attack.
Leon Haughton sentenced to 32 years for attempted murder after a pre-planned shotgun attack in Dudley. Read the full story of the police investigation and dramatic arrest.