Two die in Shropshire crash days after Christmas
A man and woman, both in their 70s, died at the scene of a collision on the B4380 near Much Wenlock. Police appeal for dashcam footage and witnesses.
A man and woman, both in their 70s, died at the scene of a collision on the B4380 near Much Wenlock. Police appeal for dashcam footage and witnesses.
A look at how community action led to the rejection of several HMO applications in Birmingham in 2025, from Handsworth to Erdington. Read the success stories.
Anora Sharma condemns the 11-year jail term for Diogo Bettencourt, who murdered her brother Anthony in a Birmingham HMO. She says the justice system has failed her family.
Birmingham Hospice is opening a new community cafe, Hive In The Park, in the historic Rookery House in Erdington in early 2026. The 'warm and welcoming' space will offer cheap food and drink. Read more and find out how to volunteer.
A Ryanair flight to Faro collided with a fuel tanker while taxiing at Edinburgh Airport, forcing an emergency evacuation. No fire reported. Full details and passenger reactions.
Diogo Bettencourt, one of Birmingham's most mentally unwell men, is jailed for life for murdering neighbour Anthony Sharma. He was on clozapine, a 'last resort' medication.
West Midlands Police's Operation Skybridge team has made a major impact in Erdington, making 10 arrests and seizing over 20 vehicles. Discover how proactive policing is tackling burglary and drug crime.
West Midlands Police made ten arrests and seized over 20 vehicles in Erdington as part of Operation Skybridge. 19 charges were brought following the proactive operation.
Disability charity Scope announces plans to close 77 of its 138 UK stores, including Erdington in Birmingham, to save £4 million. Read the full list of closures and the reasons behind the decision.
A boy and three adults were injured in a two-car collision at a Handsworth junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Get the latest Birmingham traffic news.
A 78-year-old woman has died after being hit by a van in an Asda car park in Shaw. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage following the tragic incident.
A driver faces multiple charges after a collision on Soho Road, Handsworth, left a pedestrian dead and a woman seriously injured. Police appeal for witnesses.
The family of Tomasz, 47, pay heartfelt tribute after he died in a collision on the M6 northbound. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a collision on Soho Road, Birmingham, which killed a 54-year-old man. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A man in his 50s died at the scene after a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Handsworth. A woman was injured. Police are searching for the driver of a Vauxhall Corsa. Call 101 with information.
Motorists fined for reversing on hard shoulder to avoid A2 crash delays. Police warn of £100 penalty and points. Learn the law to stay safe.
A man and a woman were rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital following a two-vehicle collision on Longbridge High Street. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
A man has died and a woman is in hospital after a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Handsworth. Police are hunting the driver of a Vauxhall Corsa. Call 101 with information.
Diogo Bettencourt receives life sentence for the brutal murder of neighbour Anthony Sharma in an Erdington HMO. The killer, who has schizophrenia, hid the body and tried to use the victim's bank card.
Police are searching for a driver who fled the scene after a collision left two pedestrians injured on Soho Road in Handsworth. One person has serious injuries. The road is closed.
A serious collision has led to the closure of the A41 Soho Road in Handsworth, Birmingham. Police are investigating and bus diversions are in place. Follow for live updates.
Diogo Bettencourt has been sentenced to life for the brutal murder of Anthony Sharma in an Erdington HMO. The killer, who has schizophrenia, concealed the body in a sleeping bag. Read the full court report.
Plans for a vital 20-bed safe centre in Erdington to support vulnerable West Midlands children are recommended for approval, addressing a critical regional shortage.
Police appeal for witnesses after a car and motorbike collision on High Street, Wordsley, leaves a man with potentially serious injuries. Call 101 with information.
A 21-year-old man has sustained potentially life-changing injuries after a collision with a car on Charter Avenue in Coventry. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
An 81-year-old woman has died after a hit-and-run on Longmoor Lane, Fazakerley. Police are hunting the driver of a dark-coloured vehicle and appealing for dashcam footage.
West Midlands Police uncover a large-scale cannabis farm across three floors of a Stockland Green property. 143 plants seized. Investigation ongoing.
Police are urgently seeking the driver of a small white vehicle who may have witnessed a fatal collision on Whitchurch Road, Shrewsbury, which claimed the life of an 83-year-old man.
Phillip Tetley, 42, died after a collision on the A620 near HMP Ranby. His heartbroken family describe him as a 'much-loved' husband and father. Police investigation continues.
Eleanor 'Ellie' Hague, 16, died in a collision between a minibus and a car in Tadcaster. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage after the fatal crash.