A Ryanair flight from Malaga to Birmingham declared a mid-air emergency, issuing a 'Squawk 7700' alert. The Boeing 737 diverted safely to London Stansted. Full details on the incident and passenger updates.
A Ryanair flight to Tenerife was forced to turn back after severe turbulence flung passengers from seats. One woman describes the traumatic mid-air emergency. Read the full story.
A scaled-back plan for a boat launch crane on the River Wye aims to aid emergency services and reduce bankside damage. Public feedback open until 18 January.
Three people remain unaccounted for after a devastating house fire on Brimscombe Hill, Stroud, in the early hours of Boxing Day. One person was hospitalised. Emergency services are on the scene.
The search for two men missing after a Christmas Day swim in Devon has ended. Tributes are paid to Matthew Upham as families thank emergency services.
Former NHS, care, Armed Forces and emergency service pensioners are urged to check eligibility for a Blue Light Card to combat rising winter costs. New research shows 83% are concerned about expenses.
A quick-thinking 12-year-old boy from Wales averted disaster when his mother fainted while driving on the A40. Read his incredible story of bravery and calm under pressure.
A one-year-old dog from Birmingham had a lucky escape after swallowing a sharp ceramic Christmas tree bauble, requiring emergency endoscopic surgery. Read his incredible survival story.
A Birmingham family's Christmas was nearly ruined after their Golden Retriever, Milo, ate a ceramic teddy bear ornament. The one-year-old dog needed urgent endoscopic surgery. Learn how to keep your pets safe this festive season.
A male driver has died following a medical emergency in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services rushed to Wake Green Road but could not save him. Read the full story.
A male driver has died following a medical emergency on Wake Green Road in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services were called at 7.28am on December 22. Read the full story.
A major incident is ongoing in Whitchurch, Shropshire, after a significant sinkhole and landslip affected the canal. Emergency services are on scene. No casualties reported. Stay away from the area.
Emergency services have declared a major incident in Shropshire after a landslip and sinkhole opened on a canal in Whitchurch. Residents are urged to avoid the area.
Warwickshire Police list the most inappropriate 999 calls of 2025, including a missing pineapple and an Emmerdale complaint. Learn when to call the emergency services.
Emergency services, including an air ambulance, responded to a serious two-car crash at Parc Tawe Retail Park in Swansea on Friday afternoon, with two people trapped. Read the full report.
A plane has crashed near Statesville Regional Airport, USA, with multiple fatalities reported. Emergency services are on the scene. Get the latest updates here.
A comprehensive guide to Christmas services, carol concerts, and community events across Conwy, Gwynedd, and Anglesey. Find times for Midnight Mass, Christingle, and festive celebrations near you.
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.
Churches across Rochdale, including St Luke's, St Mary's, and St Chad's, have released their schedules for Advent and Christmas services, community groups, and fundraising events. Find service times, study groups, and festive activities.
Concerns rise as Birmingham's bin strike impacts Solihull with increased fly-tipping. Council data shows over 3,000 incidents, with plans for a new enforcement strategy underway.
Birmingham enforces new 30mph limits on 27 major routes, cutting speeds from 40mph. Council declares 'road safety emergency' with new cameras installed. Find out which roads are affected.
A massive £264.1 million government funding injection aims to revolutionise bus services in the West Midlands, promising faster, cheaper, and more reliable travel. Read the full details.
CrossCountry train passengers can travel as normal this Saturday after the RMT union called off planned strike action. Check your journey for engineering works.
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
Rail passengers can breathe a sigh of relief as RMT union calls off planned CrossCountry strikes. Normal timetables are reinstated for key December Saturdays, though engineering work will cause some changes. Check before you travel.
Birmingham Airport announces a £3.8 million investment in new ambulifts and staff training to improve services for passengers with disabilities and reduce waiting times.
Emergency services are tackling a building fire in Birmingham city centre this morning, close to New Street station and Grand Central. Video shows smoke billowing. More details to follow.
A man has been rushed to hospital with potentially serious injuries after being hit by a bus on Digbeth High Street. Emergency services were called to the scene opposite Birmingham Coach Station.
New data reveals a worrying rise in A&E waiting times at Birmingham hospitals, with fewer patients seen within the four-hour target. Read the full report on the trust's performance.
A man in his 20s was stabbed at The Abbey pub in Bearwood. Three men are in custody as police continue their enquiries. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.