£20m heroin racket smashed in Birmingham
A father and son avoid jail after a £20.3m heroin haul was found hidden in fruit juice from Afghanistan. The NCA is now hunting two other suspects.
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Driver jailed for fatal 63mph Quinton crash
Danielle Mitten sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting and killing student Lucy Atkins. Learn how this tragedy highlights the dangers of speeding.
Birmingham ram-raiders forced to repay £250k
Five men sentenced to 72 years for a terrifying daylight ram-raid on a Birmingham jewellers. They must repay £250k or face more prison time. Read the full story.
Over-70s face roadside eyesight tests in police crackdown
Wiltshire Police launch roadside eyesight checks for drivers over 70. Those failing face DVLA referral. Ensure your vision meets legal standards this Christmas.
Woman arrested for £1,500 Selfridges theft in Birmingham
A 40-year-old woman was arrested for stealing £1,500 of goods from Selfridges as police step up patrols for one of Birmingham's busiest Christmas shopping weekends. Join our WhatsApp for breaking news.
Bentley seized and nine arrests in police crackdown
West Midlands Police seized 66 uninsured vehicles, including a Bentley, and made nine arrests during a major 24-hour road safety operation. Discover the full results of the crackdown.
Birmingham duo caught smuggling drugs from Thailand
Two strangers from Birmingham arrested smuggling cannabis on same Thailand flight. One jailed, one gets suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Birmingham duo jailed for Thailand drug smuggling
Two strangers from Birmingham, Leon Coley and Gemma Edgar, were caught smuggling over 60kg of cannabis on the same flight from Thailand. Discover their stories and sentences.
Solihull Massage Parlour Closed Over Exploitation
A Solihull massage parlour, Dragon Phoenix, has been shut down by court order after police found evidence of illegal sex work and exploitation of Chinese women. Read the full investigation details.
Kelly Osbourne's Christmas heartbreak over Ozzy
Kelly Osbourne shares emotional tribute to father Ozzy, revealing festive traditions 'won't be the same' following his tragic passing in July. Read the family's heartbreaking confessions.
Frozen Pensions Deny Triple Lock to UK Expats
Hundreds of thousands of UK state pensioners living abroad are being denied the Triple Lock increase due to a 'frozen pensions' policy, sparking outrage in Canada.
Dog attack injures jogger at Earlswood Lakes
A man in his 30s was seriously injured after being bitten by a loose dog while jogging at Earlswood Lakes. Police are appealing for the owner to come forward.
Couple save £100k building home with polystyrene
Hannah and Charlie Bird share how they're saving over £100k by building their own home using polystyrene blocks instead of traditional construction methods.
Pensioners Warned of Council Tax Hike Under Labour
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers doubling council tax for top bands, potentially forcing pensioners from homes. Learn the impact and reaction.
Expert's Guide to Decorating Your Christmas Tree
A former florist reveals the simple sequence for decorating your Christmas tree like a professional, avoiding common mistakes with lights, garlands, and baubles. Transform your tree this festive season!
Man gets life for murdering friend in Dartford
Ernestas Juska sentenced to life for murdering family friend Nina Denisova in Kent. Read the full details of this shocking case and the police investigation.
Driver drank 11 pints before killing teenager
Danny Francis consumed 11 pints of cider before a fatal crash that killed 17-year-old Benjamin Worrall. Read the full tragic story and court sentencing details.
Benefits Street reacts to 'Budget for Benefits Street'
Residents of James Turner Street in Birmingham give their mixed reactions to the Budget, with some welcoming extra funds and others calling the plans 'daft'.
Eight Young Boys fans arrested after Villa Park disorder
Eight Young Boys supporters arrested for alleged assault on police and violent disorder at Aston Villa's Europa League match. Objects thrown at officers and players.
'Big Wolf' to repay only £8,864 of £12m cocaine fortune
Coventry drug dealer Steven 'Big Wolf' Woolridge, jailed for running a £12m cocaine empire, has been ordered to pay back less than £9,000. Discover the staggering details of the Proceeds of Crime hearing.
Birmingham Councillors Row Over Safety Emergency
Conservatives demand Birmingham Council declare a public safety emergency after violent attacks, but Labour accuses them of 'playing politics'. Read the full story.
DWP's Triple Lock pension policy 'not sustainable'
Ex-minister Vince Cable warns the state pension Triple Lock is unsustainable, urging reform. Discover the future of UK pensions and what changes may come.
Machete thugs jailed for Wolverhampton street attack
Two men, Faisal Hussain and Jassdeep Singh, have been sentenced for a brutal machete attack in Wolverhampton. Discover the full details of the police investigation.
Oldbury Rape: Police Hunt for Two Suspects
West Midlands Police continue to investigate a horrific September rape in Oldbury. A £30,000 reward is offered for information leading to the conviction of the two attackers.
Teen stabbed at Merry Hill on Black Friday
A teenage boy was stabbed at Merry Hill's Eat Central food hall during Black Friday shopping chaos. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident which caused major traffic delays.
Druid's Heath £1bn Regeneration Plan Approved
Birmingham's Druid's Heath regeneration plan for 3,500 new homes, including 51% affordable housing, has been approved. Discover the details and resident concerns.
Electric heater warning over dangerous fire risk
Safety experts issue a critical warning to UK households: never plug electric heaters into extension leads. This common mistake significantly increases the risk of fire.
Universal Credit stopped in disputed £16k savings case
A Universal Credit claimant fights the DWP after payments were stopped over an alleged £16,000 in savings they insist they never had. Discover the full story and what to do if it happens to you.
Asylum seekers feel 'very vulnerable' after protests
Asylum seekers in Worcester, who escaped religious persecution and death threats, feel 'very vulnerable' after summer protests. A local charity calls for a refugee forum.
Birmingham residents protest estate demolition plans
Residents of Druids Heath in Birmingham express fury over council regeneration plans that would demolish their homes. Locals demand better communication and fair treatment.
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