Police 'Supercomputer' Officer Makes 1,500+ Arrests
PC Mark Owen, nicknamed the 'walking police national computer', has made over 1,500 arrests for West Midlands Police. Discover his community-focused approach to tackling crime in Birmingham.
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760,000 miss out on £4,300 Pension Credit
Over three-quarters of a million UK state pensioners are failing to claim Pension Credit, worth an average of £4,300 yearly. Ministers urge eligible individuals to check their entitlement now.
Myleene Klass shares 'I hope you get cancer' troll message
Singer and presenter Myleene Klass has exposed a shocking message from an online troll wishing her cancer. The star, recently awarded an MBE, calls out the hate.
Black Country bakery's burnt cobs beat Greggs on price
Bake My Day, a family-run Black Country bakery, draws queues for its '24 carat burnt top cobs' and £1 sausage rolls, cheaper than Greggs. A third shop opens in Oldbury next month. Discover the secret behind their scratch-baked success.
Dudley Council approves maximum 4.8% rent increase
Dudley Council tenants will see rents rise by the maximum 4.8% from April, generating £3.9m for housing services, though most service charges will fall. Read the full details.
Romanian burglars jailed for UK crime spree
Ion Zaharia and Samir Barbulesteanu burgled homes in Warrington and Scarborough just a day after entering the UK. Read the full court report and sentencing details.
Police Chief Quits Over Controversial Football Fan Ban
Chief Constable Craig Guildford resigns after a controversial decision to ban Israeli football fans from a Birmingham match, sparking a political and media storm. Read the full investigation.
Birmingham Chippy Sells 20p Chips, Sparks Huge Queues
A Birmingham chippy boss brought back 1980s pricing with 20p chips for school kids. The nostalgic offer saw hundreds queue around the corner. Read the full story.
New Universal Credit Rates from April 2026 Confirmed
The DWP has confirmed Universal Credit payments will increase from April 2026, with the two-child limit abolished. See the full list of new rates for singles, couples, and parents.
Midlands drug gang leaders jailed after police ram taxi
Dramatic footage shows police ramming a taxi to catch two drug gang leaders. The 15-strong gang, jailed for over 70 years, flooded Nottinghamshire with Class A drugs. Read the full story.
Dad's dog poo side hustle earns £24k a year
A Derby father-of-four earns £24,000 annually cleaning dog waste for elderly and disabled clients. Discover how his 12-hour-a-week business Pet Poo Pick is booming.
Willenhall pub approved to become 10-bed HMO
The former Falcon Inn in Willenhall has been granted permission to be converted into a 10-bedroom House of Multiple Occupation (HMO). Read the full story on the local planning decision.
Birmingham MP's 'revolving door' fear for high street
Birmingham Northfield MP Laurence Turner demands action on the sale of cheap, high-strength alcohol near betting shops, blaming it for antisocial behaviour. Read his call for new powers.
Tesco van wrecks wall and drives off in Birmingham
Shocking footage shows a Tesco delivery driver damaging a resident's wall in Sheldon and leaving the scene. The householder slams the 'dangerous' behaviour.
New 'British Bigfoot' sighting reported at Cannock Chase
A Staffordshire dad claims he saw a tall, fur-covered creature moving rapidly through Cannock Chase woodland, adding to decades of local 'Bigfoot' rumours. Read his full account.
Legal threat to Birmingham's 3,500-home regeneration scheme
A major Birmingham regeneration project for 3,500 new homes faces potential delays due to a legal challenge from residents fearing community loss. Council warns of reputational damage.
Six Dog Rules That Can Lead to £1000 Fines
Dog owners in England and Wales must follow six key Public Spaces Protection Order rules or risk on-the-spot fines of £100. Learn the regulations to avoid prosecution.
Body recovered in search for Withernsea teen Grace Keeling
Police believe they have found the body of missing 15-year-old Grace Keeling, ending a two-week search after the Withernsea beach tragedy that also claimed two lives.
49-year-old charged with knife offence in Selly Oak
A 49-year-old man has been charged with possession of a bladed article after police were called to Selly Park Road over a suspicious person. Read the full details.
Amazon tells customer to return 'lost' phone
An Amazon customer paid two £108 instalments for a phone that was lost in transit. The company then told them to return the item to get a refund. Read the full story.
CCTV Appeal After Birmingham Bus Driver Attack
West Midlands Police release CCTV image after a bus driver was assaulted on the X1 service in Sheldon, Birmingham. The victim suffered a facial injury. Call 101 with info.
Meghan's 2016 Throwback as Harry Prepares for Court
Meghan Markle shares nostalgic 2016 video with Prince Harry, filmed by their daughter, as the Duke prepares to give evidence in his phone hacking case next week. Read the full story.
Man charged with rape appears at Kidderminster court
Henry Stokes from Shifnal faces multiple charges including rape and coercive control. He has been remanded in custody ahead of a crown court hearing next month.
Zara McDermott's £24 serum clears body blemishes
Love Island star Zara McDermott reveals the £24 skincare serum that made her body bumps 'vanish'. Discover the Naturium product transforming skin routines.
14 arrests, 4 officers hurt at Iran embassy protest
Four Metropolitan Police officers sustained minor injuries and 14 people were arrested during a protest at the Iranian embassy in London on Friday. Read the full report.
Pensioners Missing £4,000 in Unclaimed Benefits
Hundreds of thousands of UK pensioners are failing to claim Pension Credit, missing out on an average of £4,000 per year and vital additional support. Are you or a loved one eligible?
Telford Knife Attack: Police Hunt Suspect After Driver Hurt
Police are hunting a knifeman after a driver was injured in a 'targeted attack' on the B5062 in Crudgington, Telford. Witnesses with dashcam footage are urged to come forward.
Shirebrook Teen Pleads Guilty to Murder and Animal Killing
A 19-year-old has pleaded guilty to murdering his stepfather and killing the family dog at their Shirebrook home. Logan Procter will be sentenced in March. Read the full details.
UK family saves £1k+ monthly after moving to Egypt
A family from Derby relocated to Sharm El Sheikh, buying a two-bed apartment with sea views for £54,000. They now save over £1,000 monthly on bills and food.
Grok AI sexualised images reveal gaps in X's new rules
A Welsh content creator found explicit AI-generated images of himself on X. He says new rules to stop Grok editing photos of people in underwear fail to protect men from exploitation.
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