Five Jailed for Birmingham Street Shooting and Brawl
Five men have received substantial prison sentences following a violent armed confrontation in Stechford, Birmingham, where a gun was fired multiple times during a public street brawl.
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700,000 Surge in DWP Benefit Claims Forecast
New forecasts warn the DWP will see 700,000 more benefit claimants by 2030 due to rising unemployment, with Universal Credit at a record 8.2 million.
Acocks Green Murder Suspect Still at Large After Week
Police continue their search for Zachariah Liburd, wanted over the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Chris Ikouara in Birmingham's Acocks Green area.
Supermarket Trolley Hack: Unlock Without £1 Coin
A shopper reveals a clever trick to unlock supermarket trolleys at Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, and Asda using a standard key, saving you from forgotten coins.
Birmingham Dealer Jailed in Chinatown Drug Bust
Bong Bui, 24, has been sentenced to 4.5 years for supplying Class-A and B drugs worth over £15,500, following a police operation in Birmingham's Chinese Quarter.
Supermarket Thief Jailed for Post-Christmas Crime Spree
Marcus Henry has been sentenced to 36 weeks in prison for stealing hundreds of pounds worth of goods from two Rowley Regis supermarkets and breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order.
DWP PIP Review Starts February: What to Know
The Timms Review of Personal Independence Payment begins in February 2026, examining assessments, eligibility, and work support amid rising claimant numbers and costs.
Pig's Head Hate Crime Shocks Stockport Muslim Family
A Muslim family in Stockport has been left shaken after two individuals mounted a pig's head on their gate in what police are treating as a deliberate hate crime incident.
Man Found Dead on Wolverhampton School Grounds: Family Plea
The family of Neil 'Chuck' Thompson, found dead at Smestow Academy, urge witnesses to come forward as police treat his death as unexplained.
Cocaine Dealer Jailed for Seven Years After Police Chase
Jobe Larrassey, 33, has been sentenced to seven years in prison after crashing into a lorry during a police chase in Rugby. Officers discovered cocaine and cannabis worth over £200,000.
Quad Bike Gang Hunted After Worcestershire Crime Spree
West Mercia Police are investigating a series of quad bike thefts across Worcestershire villages, with four reported stolen in 48 hours. Rural crime officers urge owners to enhance security measures.
Pub's Rooftop 'Statue' Turns Out to Be Real Dog
A man in Willenhall captured a bizarre moment when a dog standing on a pub roof was mistaken for a statue, with the husky-type pet reportedly a regular rooftop observer.
Birmingham Council Urged to Rebuild Trust Over Druids Heath
Birmingham City Council faces delays to the Druids Heath regeneration scheme after a legal challenge. Councillors call for better engagement with angry residents as transparency concerns emerge.
Chainsaw Attacker Jailed for Birmingham Woodland Assault
Lewis Whitsey sentenced to two years after attacking a dog walker with a deactivated chainsaw in Solihull woodland. The court heard details of the terrifying confrontation.
Urgent Appeal for Missing Schoolboy Cody in Warwickshire
Warwickshire Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 14-year-old Cody, last seen near Polesworth. Public assistance requested with search efforts.
Tributes to Man Found Dead at Wolverhampton School Grounds
Neil 'Chuck' Thompson was discovered on Smestow Academy grounds. Police treat death as unexplained, appeal for information on his final movements.
Croydon Blue Badge Abusers Ordered to Pay £6,000
Croydon Council has secured convictions against seven drivers who abused Blue Badge privileges, resulting in nearly £6,000 in fines and criminal records for all offenders.
Man jailed for brutal attack on ex-partner in Stoke-on-Trent
Ammar Khan, 27, has been sentenced to 46 weeks imprisonment after launching a violent assault on his former partner in Norton, forcing her to escape through a window for her safety.
Shoplifter jailed for 18 weeks after £1.1k alcohol theft spree
A prolific shoplifter has been sentenced to 18 weeks in prison after stealing over £1,100 worth of alcohol from stores in Telford and Whitchurch while breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order.
DWP Faces Grilling Over Carer's Allowance Overpayments
MPs will question DWP officials about systemic failures that led to 90,000 Carer's Allowance overpayments, leaving thousands of carers with life-changing debts.
Brooklyn Beckham's statement a 'worst nightmare' for brand
Brooklyn Beckham's public statement on the family feud is a PR disaster for David and Victoria's 'squeaky-clean' brand, warns a celebrity PR expert. Discover the fallout.
Birmingham residents' 'daily hell' under 150m HS2 bridge
Residents in Birmingham speak out about life in the shadow of the colossal 150m Bellingham Bridge for HS2, describing blocked sunlight, noise fears, and disruption. Read their stories.
£500 Cost of Living payments open for Camden households
Camden Council opens £500 emergency payments for residents in severe financial hardship. Check eligibility and how to apply for the Cost of Living Fund.
Choirs raise over £2,000 for North Gwent heart charity
Tredegar Orpheus Male Voice Choir and Crickhowell Choral Society raised vital funds for cardiac rehabilitation through festive concerts. Discover how the money will help local heart patients.
RAC: Get tested for cataracts and glaucoma if dazzled
The RAC warns drivers struggling with headlight glare to get tested for cataracts and glaucoma. These common, often symptomless conditions can worsen dazzle perception.
Stroke survivor, 35, volunteers as a magistrate
Sheila Chingono, who had a stroke at 33, now serves as a magistrate. The government launches a major recruitment drive for volunteers in the West Midlands to deliver justice.
Birmingham HMO Plans Recommended for Approval Again
Controversial plans to convert a Cotteridge shop into a six-bed HMO are recommended for approval a second time after the landlord provided new management assurances. The decision goes to committee on January 22.
First Guide Dog Puppies of 2026 Born in Kidderminster
The first litter of Guide Dogs puppies for 2026 has arrived—10 adorable pups beginning their journey to become life-changing companions. Discover their story and how to volunteer.
Chester student's night Snowdon climb for Myeloma UK
University of Chester nursing student Harry Illingworth will tackle a night-time ascent of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on August 1 to fundraise for Myeloma UK, inspired by his brother's condition. Support his vital cause.
£8m of illegal goods seized in Birmingham shop crackdown
Birmingham City Council's Trading Standards team has confiscated over £8 million worth of illegal items from 24-hour shops. The operation targets organised crime and exploitation. Read the full story.
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