Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has made a significant leadership decision, appointing defender Ezri Konsa as vice-captain behind World Cup winner Emiliano Martínez in a strategic move ahead of the new season.
Historic South Elmsall cricket club receives major funding injection to develop two-lane training facility, enhancing community sports provision in West Yorkshire.
An innovative partnership between Black Country organisations and KIC Radio is transforming youth employment support, creating new opportunities and breaking down barriers for young job seekers across the region.
A dedicated teenager from Littleover has become the first junior participant to complete 250 parkruns at Markeaton Park, marking an extraordinary milestone in the popular weekly event.
Leading law firm Gateley Legal continues its backing of Birmingham Panthers basketball teams in an expanded partnership for the 2024/25 season, supporting both elite performance and community development programmes.
Discover how William Shakespeare's literary genius unexpectedly influenced the development of cricket in his hometown, creating a unique sporting heritage that continues to thrive today.
Shocking footage of a brutal assault on a vulnerable man in Wolverhampton sparks national debate as perpetrators receive community orders, prompting victims' families to demand tougher youth sentencing laws.
Former Birmingham City goalkeeper Ian Bennett speaks out against Joey Barton's inflammatory comments about female football pundits, calling the remarks 'embarrassing' and highlighting the progress of women's football.
A remarkable community initiative in Nottinghamshire has provided over 400 vital toiletry packs to children and young people facing hardship, ensuring access to basic hygiene essentials.
Discover inclusive outdoor experiences this autumn with Woodcraft Folk's accessible camps in the beautiful Peak District. Perfect for families, young people and adults seeking adventure.
Budding filmmakers from Rotherham and Doncaster prepare for red carpet moment as their short films debut at prestigious Wentworth Woodhouse festival this July.
Action for Children distributes vital hygiene packages to young people facing hardship across Leicester, addressing hygiene poverty with community support.
Unai Emery faces defensive headache as Pau Torres joins growing injury list ahead of vital Premier League fixtures, dealing major blow to Villa's European ambitions.
Former England footballer Karen Carney becomes BBC's first female chief football analyst in landmark broadcasting appointment following her Strictly Come Dancing appearance.
West Midlands Police have arrested multiple teenagers, including a 16-year-old girl, following a dramatic police pursuit through Birmingham's streets. The operation targeted dangerous driving and vehicle thefts across the city.
Eleanor Riddington, an inspirational 11-year-old from Surrey, has written an incredible 50,000 words in just one month, raising over £2,000 for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice through her extraordinary literary efforts.
A Birmingham teenager who brutally raped a woman in a park attempted to justify his actions to police by claiming his youth made him 'not a monster', as he receives lengthy prison sentence.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested following a serious stabbing incident in Birmingham's Ladywood area, as police continue their investigation into the violent attack that has rattled local residents.
Manchester United icon Paul Scholes has dramatically walked away from his television career, citing frustrations with modern football coverage and a desire for authenticity in sports broadcasting.