Birmingham City Council will completely refurbish a widower's mould-ridden council house after his 'inhumane' living conditions were exposed. 67-year-old John Marshall will be moved to temporary accommodation during the works.
Three people sustained serious injuries after a car overturned on Stafford Lane in Codsall. A 24-year-old man from Wigan has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Trading Standards officers have seized almost £38,000 worth of illicit tobacco and vapes from 14 shops across Staffordshire. Investigations are underway, with some shops facing prosecution.
Storm Claudia batters the UK with 30mph winds and amber rain warnings. Stay informed on travel disruption and safety advice for the Midlands.
A murder investigation is underway after a man was discovered dead in a Hanley flat. Staffordshire Police have arrested a 56-year-old suspect and are conducting forensic examinations.
Officers recovered £100,000 and Class A drugs after stopping an erratic car on the M6. A woman was arrested and four pedestrians were reported to immigration. Read the full details.
Discover the South Staffordshire Railway Walk, a flat 5.5-mile route with rich history and lovely views. Ideal for walkers, cyclists, and wheelchair users. Plan your visit today!
Discover why the charming Staffordshire city of Lichfield, with its winding streets and stunning cathedral, has been rated one of Britain's best places to live.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of beloved grandfather Dennis Whiston, 73, in Tamworth. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Graeme David McLardy, 43, has been sentenced to two months in prison after pleading guilty to four counts of shop theft in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Police confirm increased patrols are reducing crime.
Two Staffordshire police officers displayed incredible bravery during a violent Hanley protest, disarming armed individuals without protective gear. Read their heroic story.
Heavy rain triggers severe flooding across Birmingham, stranding cars and causing two-hour traffic jams. Fire services received over 150 calls. Officials urge caution.
Abdulrahin Abbker, 25, has been sentenced to two years in prison after stabbing two men with scissors in Stoke-on-Trent's Hanley Park following an argument. Read the full details.
Kyle Purcell, 21, has been sentenced to nine years for attacking two women with bottles and setting fire to his flat in Burton-on-Trent. Read the full court details.
A teenage girl was left petrified after a man screamed 'I'm going to stab you' in a Staffordshire Sainsbury's female toilet. Police are investigating. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Tributes paid to Dennis Whiston, 73, who died after a Halloween assault in Tamworth. Police continue investigation and appeal for witnesses.
Plans for 510 new homes in South Bristol progress as Allison Homes submits detailed application. The Centric Parc scheme includes affordable housing and green spaces. Discover the vision for this sustainable neighbourhood.
Furious Handsworth residents celebrate as council rejects 14-bed supported housing plan. Locals say area is treated as a 'dumping ground' for HMOs. Read the full story.
Vulnerable households nationwide are receiving emergency support packages containing essential items as fuel poverty reaches critical levels this winter.
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner demands immediate halt to DWP benefit deductions as families struggle with soaring living costs, warning of devastating consequences for millions.
A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.
The UK government announces a massive £7 billion funding injection for social housing, promising thousands of new affordable homes and major regeneration projects across the country.
A Tamworth predator has been jailed for 12 years after a brutal attack, with police commending the bravery of his victim who confronted him during the trial.
A heartwarming Christmas campaign launches in Coventry as local foodbank deploys giant festive bear to highlight growing food poverty and rally community support during cost-of-living crisis.
Sandwell Council faces mounting criticism as new data reveals a critical shortage of housing developments in the borough, with local leaders blaming planning delays and bureaucratic hurdles for the growing crisis.
Construction begins on state-of-the-art 330,000 sq ft logistics facility at Chatterley Valley, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting Staffordshire's economy
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering scale of Birmingham City Council's asset disposal programme, with everything from community centres to office equipment being sold off to tackle the authority's financial crisis.
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.
Ambitious regeneration plans could transform the West Midlands with thousands of new homes, commercial spaces, and community facilities set to breathe new life into the region.
Severe disruption on the M6 in the Midlands following a serious collision between junctions 12 and 13, with emergency services on scene and motorists facing lengthy delays during Thursday morning rush hour.