Breakthrough in Hanley woman's unexplained death probe
Staffordshire Police have identified a man after a CCTV appeal following the death of a woman in a Stoke-on-Trent doorway. Read the latest on this investigation.
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Council's £1m hotel bill for homeless 'not sustainable'
Stoke-on-Trent City Council spent over £1m housing homeless in B&Bs last year, leaving taxpayers with an £850k bill. Councillor admits the situation is unsustainable. Read the full report.
Tipton father avoids jail for Christmas Eve assault
A Tipton father who attacked his daughter after 15 beers on Christmas Eve receives a suspended sentence. Read the shocking details of the holiday cottage violence.
Dad avoids jail after Christmas Eve assault on daughter
A Tipton father who attacked his daughter after drinking 15 pints on Christmas Eve has received a suspended sentence. Read the shocking details of the family holiday turned violent.
Knifeman jailed after terrifying students in 3.30am burglary
A homeless burglar who woke two students by standing over their bed with a knife has been jailed for 45 months. Read the full story of the terrifying Staffordshire incident.
Register Your Christmas Tree for Recycling with Dougie Mac
Dougie Mac hospice urges Stoke-on-Trent residents to register Christmas trees for eco-friendly collection on Jan 9 & 12. Your donation funds vital patient care. Sign up now!
Paintball Gun Pointed at Boy's Head in Newcastle Row
A 12-year-old boy feared he would be killed when Michael Jarvie pointed a paintball gun at his head in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Read the full court details and sentence.
Paedophile jailed 17 years for rape and death threats
Thomas Green, 28, given extended sentence for raping a child and threatening to kill her if she reported the abuse. Read the full court report from Stoke-on-Trent.
Birmingham men jailed for Handsworth hit-and-run
Three men from Birmingham have been sentenced for a deliberate hit-and-run that injured two teenagers and a woman. The motive for the attack remains unclear. Read the full court report.
Child rapist jailed for 14 years in Stoke-on-Trent
Thomas Green, 28, has been sentenced to 14 years for child rape. The judge deemed him 'especially dangerous'. Police urge victims to come forward.
Birmingham's growing sewage blockage problem revealed
Severn Trent reveals the grim reality of what gets flushed in Birmingham, causing 30,000 blockages a year. See the shocking items and learn the 'three Ps' rule to help.
Mum avoids jail after baby's death on sofa
A mother has received a suspended sentence after her five-month-old daughter died while she slept beside her, following a night of drinking vodka. Read the full court details.
Discover Henley-in-Arden: A Medieval Gem Near Birmingham
Explore Henley-in-Arden, a historic West Midlands market town with storybook streets, lively pubs, and a 12th-century heritage. Perfect for a day trip or a new home.
Burton Bands Reunite for Christmas Charity Single
Former frontmen of rival Burton bands from the 80s reunite for a Christmas single, 'Coming Home', to raise funds for Treetops Hospice and the Stroke Association. Download now to support vital local charities.
Father drove at 70mph to stop family dogs fighting
Daniel Langford, 34, overtook a police car while rushing to his ex-partner's home. He admitted dangerous driving and was given a community order and a driving ban. Read the full story.
Woman found dead in Stoke-on-Trent, police probe unexplained death
Staffordshire Police are investigating after a woman in her 40s was found dead at a property on Ridgway Road, Stoke-on-Trent. The death is being treated as unexplained.
Flooding Cancels Birmingham-Stratford-upon-Avon Trains
Rail passengers face major disruption as flooding cancels and diverts West Midlands Railway services between Birmingham New Street and Stratford-upon-Avon. Rail replacement buses are running.
Thug jailed after blinding man in unprovoked bar attack
Jayke Pender-Lovatt, 32, has been sentenced for a brutal assault in Burslem that caused life-changing injuries. The victim lost sight in one eye after the attack.
BBC Radio star Sir Humphrey Burton dies aged 94
Tributes pour in for Sir Humphrey Burton, the revered BBC Radio 3 broadcaster who died at 94. His family confirmed the sad news in an emotional statement.
Seven men jailed for 48 years in Staffordshire drugs bust
A gang of seven men have been sentenced to a combined 48 years for supplying vast quantities of cocaine and heroin across Staffordshire. Read the full details of the police operation.
James Goulding jailed for 13 years for rape and coercive control
James Goulding has been sentenced to 13 years for rape and coercive control in Staffordshire. Police commend the survivor's bravery in coming forward.
Burglar jailed 23 years for Biddulph attempted murder
Jordan Williamson admitted attempted murder after a horrific break-in left a man with life-changing injuries. Read the full story of the attack and sentencing.
Midlands dad jailed for threats after sex offender secret exposed
A Birmingham father-of-four has been sentenced to nine-and-a-half years in prison for threatening to torch his ex-girlfriend's home after she discovered he was a registered sex offender. Read the full court details.
£75 Pint: Britain's Priciest Draught Beer Served in Warwickshire
A tasting room in Stratford-upon-Avon is serving a £75 pint of rare American stout. Discover the story behind this ultra-premium, 21% ABV beer with a 33-month ageing process.
Newcastle flat with 'floating' bed pod on sale for £199k
A unique studio apartment in central Newcastle, featuring a bed suspended from the ceiling in a blue fabric pod, has hit the market for £199,000. Discover this Manhattan-inspired space.
Stoke-on-Trent Named a Drink-Driving Hotspot
Stoke-on-Trent ranks 8th in England for drink-driving penalty points as the government prepares to slash the legal limit next year. Experts warn of serious financial and safety consequences.
Stoke-on-Trent named a top drink-driving hotspot
Stoke-on-Trent ranks 8th in England for drink-driving penalty points. The news comes as the government confirms plans to slash the legal alcohol limit for drivers next year.
Man, 30, found dead in Midlands home in drug-related death
A coroner has ruled the death of 30-year-old Jason Brierley, found in his Wolstanton bedroom, was drug-related. Discover the full inquest findings and the impact on his family.
Knifeman tries to enter car in Cobridge traffic
Shocking CCTV shows Mohammed Amin trying to force his way into a vehicle on Waterloo Road. The 38-year-old has pleaded guilty to multiple charges. Read the full story.
Mark Bardell jailed for rape in Stoke-on-Trent
Mark Bardell, 36, has been sentenced to seven years for rape. Staffordshire Police commended the survivor's 'tremendous bravery' in coming forward. Read the full story.
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