Pub Blaze Linked to Suspected Cannabis Factory in Balsall Common
A major fire at The Railway Inn in Balsall Common is under investigation, with crews finding evidence of an illegal electricity bypass. No injuries reported. Read the latest.
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West Midlands Station Accessibility Plans Shelved
Accessibility upgrades for Small Heath, Ledbury & Whitchurch stations are halted. The DfT cites funding concerns, impacting 19 national projects. Read the full story.
Major Fire Service Response to Sutton Coldfield High-Rise Fire
A significant fire service operation in Sutton Coldfield saw 20 firefighters tackle a blaze in a nine-storey tower block on Berryfields Road. Three people evacuated safely. Read the full details.
Major Wolverhampton Fire Sends Smoke Cloud Over City
A huge fire on Sunbeam Street in Wolverhampton required 80 firefighters. Thick smoke drifted for miles, prompting health warnings. No injuries reported.
Premier Inn owner hit with £35m tax blow from Labour budget
Premier Inn owner Whitbread warns of a £35 million business rates hit from Labour's Autumn Budget, as UK Hospitality reports 574 hotels at risk of closure. Read the full analysis.
Whitbread sells nine Premier Inn hotels for £89m
Hospitality giant Whitbread sells nine Premier Inn hotels to Londonmetric for £89m, part of a wider £250m-£300m property strategy to fund expansion and conversions. Read the full details.
Planners rule on 10-bed HMO in former Willenhall pub
Walsall Council's planning committee meets to decide the future of the former Falcon Inn in Willenhall. A petition with 375 signatures opposes the 10-bed HMO conversion. Read the latest.
Fire at Jodie Marsh's animal sanctuary kills two marmosets
A devastating fire at former glamour model Jodie Marsh's Essex animal sanctuary resulted in the deaths of two marmosets. The accidental blaze, caused by an electrical item, broke out on Saturday. Read the full story.
Birmingham pub promises 'instant ban' after vandalism
The Bournbrook Inn in Stirchley pledges an instant ban after toilets were graffitied just days after a fresh paint job. Staff call the act 'deflating and defeating'.
WMR hits back at critic over Storm Goretti train suspensions
West Midlands Railway suspends all services as Storm Goretti causes major disruption. The firm defends its 'do not travel' warning after a social media spat. Full details and travel advice inside.
Homeless turned away from paid hotel booking in -6C freeze
Two homeless men were refused entry to a Manchester Holiday Inn despite a paid booking as temperatures hit -6C. The 'inhumane' act sparks outrage and accusations of discrimination.
Huge Birmingham Fire as 40 Firefighters Deployed
A major fire has erupted in Tyseley, Birmingham, with 40 firefighters tackling the blaze. The public is urged to avoid the Seeleys Road area. Live updates.
Holiday Inn Rapist Jailed for 12 Years in Birmingham
Philip Duffield, 25, from Solihull, has been sentenced to 12 years for raping two women and assaulting a third. Judge branded him a 'dangerous' and 'unrepentant' offender.
Holiday Inn rapist jailed for 12 years after attacks
Philip Duffield, 25, from Solihull, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for raping two women and assaulting a third after spiking her drink. Read the full court report.
Leek man assaults two women and headbutts police sergeant
A grandfather from Leek has been sentenced after a violent altercation over a cigarette led to assaults on two women and a police officer. Read the full court details.
Black Sabbath pub car park blocked by Birmingham council
Birmingham City Council halts unauthorised car park at The Crown pub, birthplace of Black Sabbath. Campaigners call it a 'small victory' and demand owners refurbish or sell the historic site.
Camp Hill Line Stations See First Trains in Driver Training
Driver training has commenced at Birmingham's three new Camp Hill line stations, marking a major step towards restoring passenger services for the first time since WWII. Read the latest updates.
Mayor's 2026 Plan for West Midlands Transport & Housing
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker outlines key 2026 projects: new railway stations, housing, and a fund to revive high streets. Discover the region's upcoming developments.
Train breakdown blocks line near Hamstead, delays services
Rail services between Birmingham New Street and Walsall face severe disruption after a train broke down near Hamstead. Check for live updates and alternative travel arrangements.
Midlands 'Pub of the Year' Closes After 174 Years
The award-winning Druid Inn in Birchover serves its final pint tonight after 174 years. Owners and locals are 'gutted' by the sudden closure. Read the full story and share your memories.
Birmingham pub's 'spotty bottoms' free pint game
The Bournbrook Inn in Stirchley is running a quirky 'Spotty Bottoms Monday' promotion. Eagle-eyed customers who spot a mark at the bottom of their glass win a free beer. Find out how to claim.
UK schoolgirl, 15, confirmed as Swiss ski resort fire victim
Charlotte Niddam, 15, from Hertfordshire, has been named among the 40 victims of the devastating blaze at Crans-Montana's Constellation bar. Authorities are investigating safety measures.
West Midlands Railway changes name and ownership
West Midlands Railway will transfer to public ownership on 1st February 2026, operating as WM Trains Limited. Passengers are advised of the legal change affecting data handling.
Birmingham New Year's Eve Tower Block Fire: 20 Firefighters Respond
Twenty firefighters tackled a blaze on the sixth floor of a Birmingham high-rise on New Year's Eve. Two people were rescued from the Granville Street flat. Read the full report.
Contactless rail payments lead to higher fares for some
Rail passengers in southeast England face higher fares as contactless payment rollout aligns with TfL peak times. Some off-peak tickets are now more expensive.
HS2 confirms 2033 deadline unachievable
HS2 Ltd's CEO admits the high-speed rail line cannot open between London and Birmingham by 2033. Read the latest on the project's 'fundamental reset' and revised schedule.
HS2 confirms delay for London-Birmingham rail link
HS2 Ltd CEO Mark Wild confirms the 2029-2033 opening schedule is unachievable. Read the latest on the project's 'reset' and construction progress.
Grandad dies after alleged pub punch in Leicestershire
David Darke died days after an alleged attack outside The Crown Inn. Leicestershire Police have launched a murder investigation. Read the family's tribute.
Murder probe after man dies following pub assault
A murder investigation is underway after David Darke, 66, died from a head injury sustained in an alleged punch outside The Crown Inn in Appleby Magna. Police urge witnesses.
Walsall's £1.5bn transformation projects update for 2026
A detailed look at the major projects across Walsall, from town centre regeneration to new railway stations, as the borough's £1.5bn transformation programme advances into 2026.
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