Woman injured in Walsall rush-hour crash, buses diverted
A woman was hospitalised after a two-vehicle collision on Aldridge Road in Walsall during Friday morning rush hour. Bus services were diverted. Get the latest traffic updates.
A woman was hospitalised after a two-vehicle collision on Aldridge Road in Walsall during Friday morning rush hour. Bus services were diverted. Get the latest traffic updates.
Solihull councillor demands investigation into why people avoid buses despite regular services. West Midlands Mayor agrees to research boosting public transport patronage.
Two men were injured, one seriously, after a car left the road and collided with a tree on Bromford Lane in Erdington. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Contact police with information.
A former Environment Agency director from the Midlands has received a suspended sentence for selling 'lethal' chemsex drugs to men on Grindr. Discover the full court details.
West Midlands Mayor launches Youth Plan to create 20,000 training opportunities, tackling youth unemployment rates double the national average in some areas.
A serious multi-vehicle collision has shut the M6 northbound between J8 and J9, causing 75-minute delays. Avoid the area and check for updates.
A £50 million subsidy protecting West Midlands bus routes from cuts has been extended for 15 months. Discover how this decision secures vital transport links for communities.
A Telford man has been jailed and given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from specific shops after a spree of thefts and assaults on staff. Read the full story.
Over 600 properties in Nottinghamshire are without power after a high voltage incident. National Grid engineers are working to restore supply. Full list of affected NG12 postcodes inside.
West Midlands Metro tram fares are set to increase in the new year. The hike, approved by transport bosses, aims to ensure the network's long-term financial sustainability.
An Arctic blast is set to bring freezing temperatures, frost, and potential snow to the West Midlands. Discover the full forecast and how to stay safe in the cold snap.
A man in his 20s has died after a stabbing on Hutton Road in Handsworth Wood. Police urge witnesses to come forward as a murder investigation is launched.
Police are hunting a woman after staff at a Walsall Morrisons were threatened with a knife during an alcohol theft. Can you help identify her? Call 101.
A councillor calls for cheaper short journey bus fares in the West Midlands as passengers pay £3 for any trip. A new fares strategy is expected by 2027.
Councillor calls for reinstatement of 'short hop' bus fares in West Midlands to tackle cost of living crisis and boost passenger numbers. A new fares strategy is due in 2027.
A £50 million grant extension will protect West Midlands bus services from cuts until 2027, preventing serious social and economic suffering for residents.
Residents in Moseley, Kings Heath, and other Birmingham wards can claim a week's free bus travel. Apply online by December 1. Leave the car at home this winter!
Grammy-winning superstars Maroon 5 are set to light up London's Hyde Park this summer as part of American Express presents BST Hyde Park. Discover everything you need to know about dates, tickets, and what promises to be an unforgettable performance.
Discover the inspiring journey of a West Midlands para-cyclist who transformed tragedy into triumph, becoming national champion just two years after a devastating accident.
From traditional carveries to gastropub gems, we reveal the West Midlands establishments serving the most spectacular Sunday roasts that locals can't stop raving about.
Major transport boost for West Midlands as five new bus services launch, connecting communities and improving travel options across the region with enhanced frequency and extended operating hours.
Drivers using the M5 between Bromsgrove and Oldbury face at least another year of disruption as National Highways confirms smart motorway conversion works will continue until spring 2025, causing significant delays and lane closures.
Two men have been sentenced after police uncovered a massive cannabis cultivation operation in Birmingham worth over £1.2 million, marking one of the region's largest drug busts this year.
West Midlands Police release disturbing CCTV showing young children handling and igniting fireworks in residential areas, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire services.
Major speed camera installation planned for key M6 junctions in Staffordshire and Cheshire as National Highways launches new safety initiative to reduce accidents.
A major new visitor attraction is coming to Dartmoor National Park, promising immersive experiences and sustainable tourism with significant economic benefits for the region.
A 42-year-old man from the West Midlands has been arrested as part of a major National Crime Agency operation targeting organised crime through the compromised EncroChat encrypted phone network.
Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of 36-year-old Michael O'Connor, who vanished from his Birmingham home over a week ago. Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information.
Explore why the historic market town of Ludlow has been named one of Britain's finest places to visit, from its medieval architecture to award-winning food scene and vibrant community spirit.
West Midlands Labour leaders launch scathing attack on Mayor Andy Street's bus service reforms, warning of 'managed decline' and devastating impacts on vulnerable communities across the region.