Op Fearless Hits Soho Road Crime
West Midlands Police deploy 20 officers in Operation Fearless to tackle knife crime, drugs, theft, and anti-social behaviour on Soho Road and Handsworth Triangle.
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Rossendale Ramblers Enjoy Diverse Walks and Scenic Views
Rossendale Ramblers had a busy week with walks ranging from nine to twelve miles, including Pendle Hill and Standedge Canal Tunnel. Upcoming walks and holiday details announced.
Viral Fruit Fly Trap Uses Common Kitchen Items
A viral TikTok hack using washing-up liquid, vinegar, and sugar creates an effective fruit fly trap. Experts say cleanliness is key for long-term prevention.
Angle Grinder Thieves Ram-Raid Pokemon Shop Birmingham
Thieves using angle grinders and a van ram-raided Griffins Gaming in Digbeth, stealing cash and Warhammer items, causing thousands in damage.
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CCTV Released in Walsall Car Break-In Probe
Police have released CCTV images of two men in connection with a car break-in in Walsall. A window was smashed and a handbag with cash and valuables was stolen.
British Gas to pay £20m over prepayment meter scandal
British Gas agrees to £20 million compensation settlement after regulator Ofgem found it installed prepayment meters without customer consent, affecting vulnerable households.
Man in 60s critically injured in Stafford stabbing
A man in his 60s is fighting for his life after a stabbing in Stafford's Castlefields area. Police are hunting a suspect in his 20s.
UK Government Rejects Petition for Pets in Airline Cabins
The UK government responded to a petition backed by thousands to allow small pets in aircraft cabins on flights entering the UK, citing biosecurity and operational concerns.
Kilburn Headteacher Challenges Pupils to 107-Mile Charity Ride
Headteacher Rob Hull of Kilburn Junior School will cycle 107 miles for charity, challenging his 150 pupils to match the distance in a Scootathon.
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2026 Charity Film Awards Winners Announced in Birmingham
The winners of the 2026 Charity Film Awards were announced at a ceremony in Birmingham, honoring impactful films that promote charitable causes and social change.
Build-A-Bear Recalls Toy Over Choking Risk
Build-A-Bear has issued an urgent recall for a popular toy due to a choking risk. Customers are urged to return the product immediately for a full refund.
Ellie Goulding Receives MBE from Prince William
Singer Ellie Goulding was awarded an MBE by Prince William at Windsor Castle for her services to music and charity, including environmental activism.
Three Men Guilty of Solihull Shooting
Three men have been found guilty in connection with a shooting in Solihull. The court case concluded with convictions for firearm offenses and violent conduct.
Crufts Dog Breeder Murder Suspect Kills Himself in Prison
A man accused of murdering a Crufts dog breeder in Lichfield took his own life in prison, an inquest has found. The suspect died while awaiting trial.
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Pastor in Court After Baptism Drowning
A pastor has appeared in court following the drowning of a man during a baptism ceremony in Birmingham. The incident has raised questions about safety protocols.
Community Pub Faces Uncertain Future; Regulars Rally
The Griffin Inn, a 250-year-old community pub and brewery in Haslingden, faces an uncertain future as the building is up for sale. Regulars are fundraising to help landlord Alejandro Romero secure a mortgage.
Ex-Gang Member Jailed for Walsall Family Home Shooting
Former gang member Sharif Cousins, who vowed to appeal any sentence, has been jailed for 15 years for shooting at a Walsall home. A getaway driver also received a 9.5-year sentence.
DWP Lists 28 Reasons for Universal Credit Sanctions Crackdown
The DWP confirms 28 reasons for Universal Credit sanctions as figures show record highs under Labour, with 90% due to missed mandatory interviews.
DWP Urged to Crack Down on Benefits 'Racket'
Blaenau Gwent, the UK's benefits capital with 38% on disability benefits, faces calls for a DWP crackdown as locals say the welfare 'racket has gone too far'.
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DWP rule leaves state pensioners £7,000 worse off
State pensioners in mixed-age couples are missing out on up to £7,000 a year in benefits due to a DWP rule. Campaigners urge the government to scrap the policy.
Warning to Dog Owners Over West Midlands Theft Stats
West Midlands Police investigated 291 dog thefts from 2022 to 2025, but only four people were prosecuted. Suspects were unidentified in over a third of cases.
Woman Slams Justice System for Silencing Survivors Over Trial Delay
A Midlands woman criticizes the justice system for delaying the trial of her alleged abuser, causing distress and feelings of betrayal.
M54 Closed for Hours After Serious Crash in Shropshire
The M54 in Shropshire remains closed for hours after a car crashed off the carriageway. Emergency services are on scene with a diversion in place.
Cannock Paedophile Jailed for Breaching Order on Instagram
Neil Fillingham, 45, from Cannock, sentenced to 2 years 8 months for breaching Sexual Harm Prevention Order after contacting children on Instagram and Kik.
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Deal Community Garden Beds Open for Applications
Deal Town Council's community garden scheme offers three free raised planting beds for local groups, with a summer trial from June 2026. Apply by May 22.
Ex-Imam Jailed for Life for Raping Girls as Young as 12
Abdul Halim Khan, a former imam, was jailed for life for raping and sexually abusing seven women and girls, including a child under 13, between 2005 and 2014.
Police Appeal After Man Punched in Wolverhampton Attack
West Midlands Police issue CCTV image after a man was punched in the face in Wolverhampton city centre, suffering cuts and bruising.
Man Arrested After Woman Raped at Wolverhampton Novotel
A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape after a woman was attacked at Novotel in Wolverhampton city centre. Police investigations continue.
Man admits murder of talented singer at Cambridge hostel
Liam Rush has pleaded guilty to the murder of Granville Graham, a father-of-eight, who was stabbed multiple times at a Cambridge hostel in February 2025.
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Topless Thief Joins Gang in Sparkbrook Car Break-In
Shocking footage shows three hooded thieves, including a topless man, breaking into a car in Sparkbrook, Birmingham. Police investigate the incident on Oakfield Road.
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