Five Major Birmingham Developments Approved in 2025
Birmingham's landscape is set for a dramatic overhaul as five major schemes, including a new stadium and market demolition, received planning approval in 2025. Discover the details.
Birmingham's landscape is set for a dramatic overhaul as five major schemes, including a new stadium and market demolition, received planning approval in 2025. Discover the details.
A woman was arrested after police found a stolen puppy whimpering under a pile of clothes in Washwood Heath. 'Stechie' was reunited with his owner just in time for Christmas.
Hundreds of families had Christmas Day ruined after a kitchen extractor fan failure forced Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath to close. Read the full story of the last-minute cancellations.
Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath has reopened following an unexpected electrical fault that forced its Christmas Day closure. The restaurant confirms New Year's Day plans are unaffected. Read the full story.
A popular Midlands steakhouse was forced to cancel Christmas Day bookings for nearly 80 parties after a kitchen extractor fan failure. Families were left scrambling for last-minute alternatives.
A popular Midlands steakhouse cancelled Christmas Day bookings for nearly 80 parties due to a kitchen fault. Families were left scrambling for alternatives after last-minute notice.
The RETTACY Diary 2026, priced at £14.99 on Amazon, is helping UK shoppers stay organised with weekly and monthly layouts. Shoppers praise its design and quality for keeping their lives 'under control'. Discover this popular planning tool.
Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath cancelled Christmas Day bookings due to an unexpected electrical fault. Read the full story and local reaction here.
William Free, ringleader of a major South West drugs network, has had his sentence increased to 17 years. His gang was uncovered due to his link to a Birmingham courier, Anthony Cunningham. Read the full investigation details.
Exclusive police data maps Birmingham's most dangerous neighbourhoods. City centre leads with 4,694 violent and sexual offences in a year. See how your area compares.
Aston Villa captain John McGinn says discussions about a Premier League title challenge are forbidden at the club's training ground as they focus on their crucial festive fixtures. Read his full interview.
Police data reveals the most violent streets in Small Heath, Birmingham, after a man was fatally stabbed on Swanage Road. Two arrests have been made. Contact police with information.
Exclusive analysis of West Midlands Police figures ranks every Birmingham area for violence and sexual offences. See where your neighbourhood stands in the latest crime data.
A 23-year-old man is in custody after a fatal stabbing on Swanage Road, Small Heath. Police continue to investigate the incident which occurred on December 20. Contact police with information.
A 23-year-old man arrested after police find a machete, BB gun and over £7,000 in a Tamworth home. Investigation into cocaine supply continues.
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
Local councillors demand a developer withdraws a stalled plan for 450 homes in Dickens Heath, fearing it threatens the future of historic football and rugby clubs. Read the latest.
A 28-year-old man arrested over a fatal stabbing in Small Heath has been released on conditional bail. Police continue their murder investigation. Call 101 with information.
Discover the surprisingly calm and well-stocked shopping destinations in Small Heath and Yardley, Birmingham, for a stress-free festive shopping experience. Avoid the crowds and find everything you need.
A man has died after being stabbed in Small Heath, Birmingham. A 28-year-old man is in custody as police launch a murder investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
A man has died after a stabbing on Swanage Road in Small Heath. Armed police swarmed the scene and a 28-year-old man is in custody. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A murder probe is underway after a man was fatally stabbed on Swanage Road, Small Heath. A 28-year-old is in custody. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A new crime severity list ranks Birmingham as the 6th most dangerous area in Britain for violent crime. See where your town ranks and get the latest crime news.
Birmingham launches new speed cameras on the A45 Small Heath Highway to enforce 30mph limits. Part of a major safety drive after 23 road deaths. Find out the six high-risk locations.
Shoppers, including mothers with babies, were locked inside a Birmingham Greggs after a violent fight involving a gun erupted outside. Police are investigating the broad daylight incident in Sheldon.
Two men and a woman from Wolverhampton face charges after a series of cash machine burglaries netted over £300,000. Read the full details of the police investigation.
Several men face court over a sophisticated Midlands car theft ring targeting high-value vehicles. Police recovered stolen cars and parts in a major investigation. Read the full story.
Construction on five new West Midlands stations, including Kings Heath and Moseley, is finished. Passenger services will begin in early 2026, ending decades-long waits.
Staffordshire Police uncover £20,000 of cocaine and nitrous oxide after stopping a car in Tamworth. Two men arrested for drug and driving offences. Read the full story.
New crime severity scores rank UK towns and cities. See where Birmingham, Nottingham, and other Midlands areas place on the national list of most dangerous places.