Lawn Tennis Origins: Birmingham's Global Sporting Gift
Discover how Major Harry Gem and Augurio Perera invented lawn tennis in Birmingham's Edgbaston in 1859, sparking a worldwide sporting phenomenon. Explore the city's pivotal role.
Discover how Major Harry Gem and Augurio Perera invented lawn tennis in Birmingham's Edgbaston in 1859, sparking a worldwide sporting phenomenon. Explore the city's pivotal role.
Residents on a posh Birmingham street demand action over a 23-storey 'sick building' that mars their skyline. Discover the clash between luxury and decay in Edgbaston.
Nearly 180 people have signed a petition urging Birmingham City Council to install traffic lights outside City Road Primary School in Edgbaston to improve child safety on the busy Cavendish Road.
Armed officers swiftly detained a man on Edgbaston Street after reports of a firearm. A 38-year-old has been charged. Full details on the police response.
Families in Birmingham's Edgbaston, the UK's burglary hotspot, reveal their trauma after break-ins. Crooks stole children's pocket money, shoes, and even ice cream. Read their stories.
A Birmingham mother and daughter are left scared to stay after burglars raided their home in Edgbaston, stealing everything from jewellery to ice cream. Police appeal for information.
Discover the six Birmingham neighbourhoods named as the city's best places to live in 2026, from the historic Jewellery Quarter to family-friendly Bournville. Explore what makes each area special.
Birmingham City Council greenlights huge plans for Villa Park, Edgbaston Stadium, Botanical Gardens, and the Jewellery Quarter, securing their future and boosting the city's economy. Discover the details.
Birmingham's iconic Villa Park, Edgbaston Stadium, Botanical Gardens and Jewellery Quarter are all set for major redevelopment, securing their future and boosting the local economy. Discover the plans.
Four men arrested and weapons recovered after a police chase in Birmingham. Masked robbers targeted a shop near Five Ways. Call 101 with info ref 20/485966/25.
House prices in Birmingham's Five Ways South and Calthorpe Park estate have soared by 112% in a year. Discover why this conservation area is now the city's most desired neighbourhood.
House prices in Birmingham's Five Ways South and Calthorpe Park area have skyrocketed by 112.3% in 12 months, with some properties fetching over £1.5 million. Discover why this leafy suburb is in such high demand.
Residents of Edgbaston Manor care home welcomed Harper Bell School pupils for a day of carols and shared memories, reviving festive traditions. Discover this heartwarming intergenerational story.
Birmingham's Edgbaston Cricket Ground will host Vegfest Free, the UK's largest free vegan festival, on 25 April 2026. Featuring 170 stalls, live music, and talks, it's a major event for the plant-based community.
Demolition begins on historic stands at Edgbaston Stadium for a £46m revamp, featuring a Radisson RED hotel and new facilities, set for completion ahead of the 2027 Ashes. Discover the future of Birmingham's iconic cricket ground.
Two women from Edgbaston, aged 18 and 19, have been charged with wounding after a man was stabbed on City Road. The victim's injuries are not life-threatening. Read the latest.
Demolition starts on Edgbaston's Raglan and Priory Stands, paving the way for a new £46m stand and Radisson RED hotel ahead of the 2027 Ashes. The project will boost jobs and the local economy.
Two women from Edgbaston have been charged with wounding after a man in his 20s was stabbed on City Road. The victim's injuries are not life-threatening. Read the latest police statement.
Two teenagers arrested after a man was stabbed on City Road, Edgbaston. Police believe those involved were known to each other. Witnesses urged to come forward.
A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a reported stabbing on Portland Road, Edgbaston. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident.
Explore Luminate, the dazzling illuminated trail at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Running until 1 Jan 2026, it's a glowing winter escape. See the stunning gallery.
Birmingham's B15 postcode has the highest burglary rate in Britain. Police data reveals the streets hit and a shocking £12k gold theft case. Share your story.
West Midlands Police release images of two males wanted in connection with an arson attack at a Cannon Hill Park community centre on 23 September. No one was hurt. Call 101 with info.
Tennis legend Boris Becker and wife Lilian welcome daughter Zoe Vittoria. The newborn arrived a day before Becker's 58th birthday. Read the full heartwarming story.
Police issue a new appeal for witnesses one year after Raad Asmael, 27, was fatally shot in his car in Edgbaston. Eight arrests were made but no one has been charged.
West Midlands Police issue CCTV appeal to find driver after a collision in Edgbaston left a motorbike rider with serious leg injuries. Can you help? Call 101.
Wimbledon's debenture tickets will be exempt from a proposed UK ban on reselling tickets above face value. The All England Club warns the ban would dent crucial investment.
Two Birmingham tennis coaches, Carolle Forde Garcia and Iman Mahmood, are finalists for a UK Coaching award, recognised for their inclusive project that has welcomed over 500 women and children.
New property data uncovers Birmingham's most expensive neighbourhoods, with affluent suburbs commanding premium prices in the city's competitive housing market.