Essential safety investigations into unstable mine shafts must be completed before the transformative £50 million Dudley Metro extension can proceed, with work potentially starting within months.
Discover which West Midlands communities have been named among the best places to live in 2025, from picturesque villages to thriving market towns offering exceptional quality of life.
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals how thousands of savvy motorists are beating M6 congestion with strategic toll road usage as new data shows dramatic traffic shifts across Midlands motorways.
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.
Frustration mounts as the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension encounters significant setbacks, pushing completion to late 2025 and raising concerns about escalating costs and traffic disruption.
London taxi passengers face significant fare increases as TfL approves higher rates for black cabs amidst ongoing cost of living pressures.
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street challenges Labour to extend free bus fares beyond current age limits as election battle over public transport intensifies.
West Midlands Police release disturbing CCTV showing young children handling and igniting fireworks in residential areas, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire services.
Dramatic video captures dangerous fireworks attack on busy Midlands street as police launch urgent investigation into reckless endangerment.
West Midlands Police reveal shocking details of highly organised criminal networks targeting luxury vehicles across the region, with keyless car theft becoming the weapon of choice for sophisticated gangs.
Get ready for a new era of rail travel across the Midlands as state-of-the-art trains prepare to hit the tracks, offering enhanced comfort and reliability for thousands of daily commuters.
A major £20 million investment is set to transform the Black Country into a pioneering hub for sustainable technologies and digital innovation, creating new opportunities for businesses and residents across the Midlands.
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.
Historic railway stations return after 60-year absence, transforming transport links and reconnecting communities across the Black Country with stunning new facilities.
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.
West Midlands Police issues urgent warning as extremist groups target Coventry city centre, with significant police operation planned to maintain public safety.
West Midlands Police release urgent CCTV footage after mother was violently assaulted while shopping with her children at Birmingham's Pallasades shopping complex.
A 39-year-old man faces multiple charges following a violent knife attack that left three people injured in Wolverhampton city centre on Tuesday evening.
West Midlands Police and Home Office immigration enforcement officers discover suspected illegal living conditions during coordinated raid on Smethwick storage facility, with multiple individuals taken into custody.
Discover how a once-overlooked West Midlands neighbourhood has transformed into the nation's trendiest destination, beating competition from Manchester, Bristol and Glasgow to claim the ultimate urban cool title.
A pedestrian has sustained serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Birmingham city centre. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident that occurred near St Martin's Queensway.
A major emergency operation unfolded in Bearwood after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle, forcing complete road closure and causing significant traffic disruption throughout Wednesday.
West Midlands Police have made an arrest following the tragic death of a father in Willenhall, with murder enquiries now underway in the quiet residential area.
A woman has tragically died after being mauled by a dog in a Solihull property, prompting a major police response and community shock.
West Midlands Police uncover disturbing slavery network in Birmingham as woman faces multiple charges following coordinated raids across the city
A mysterious hole drilled directly through a historic portrait of the Crown Jewels has been discovered in Birmingham, with a toy bat left at the scene in what police are treating as a bizarre incident.
West Midlands Police have made four arrests and recovered multiple firearms along with a significant quantity of drugs during a targeted raid on a property in Birmingham, marking a substantial blow to organised crime in the region.
West Midlands Police have released CCTV images and are appealing for information after a woman was seriously assaulted in Birmingham city centre on Saturday night. The incident occurred near the Bullring shopping area.