Oldbury street plagued by anti-social behaviour

Residents on Imran Way in Oldbury report feeling unsafe due to persistent anti-social behaviour including drug use and fireworks. Read more on the community's plea for action.

Birmingham's Foxy Line drug dealers jailed for 40 years

Five drug dealers from Birmingham and Solihull who ran the Foxy Line county drugs operation have been sentenced to nearly 40 years combined. West Midlands Police uncovered the network after finding a WhatsApp group with 2,000 members.

Mum saves son and pets from arson house fire

A courageous mother risked her life running into a burning house to rescue her teenage son, cats and bearded dragons after a drunken ex-lover torched a caravan. Read the full story.

Car flips in Codsall, driver arrested for drink-driving

Three people sustained serious injuries after a car overturned on Stafford Lane in Codsall. A 24-year-old man from Wigan has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving. Police are appealing for witnesses.

Birmingham gang killer dies in prison

Lisa Clarke, convicted for the sadistic torture murder of ex-soldier Brian Farmer in Birmingham, has died in custody. An independent inquiry into her death is underway.

Vintage doll's epic 4,490-mile journey for hospice

A rare My Girl Doll donated to Sobell House Hospice Charity took a 4,490-mile detour via the USA before reaching Italy. Manager Jay Boydon's persistence secured the £310 sale, funding vital hospice care. Support their work.

Strictly's Neil Jones mourns father's death

Strictly Come Dancing professional Neil Jones announces the death of his father, receiving an outpouring of support from fans and co-stars. Read the emotional tribute.

Kent's Best Playgrounds with Parent Cafés

Discover 5 top-rated playgrounds in Kent with excellent cafés, perfect for parents seeking a coffee break while their children play. Plan your next family day out.

Unwrapped Christmas Gifts: A Generational Divide

New research reveals a generational split in Christmas gift-wrapping etiquette, with 20% of Gen Z and Millennials finding unwrapped presents acceptable. Discover the festive trends.

Teen girl murdered in Cefn Fforest stabbing

A 17-year-old girl, Lainie Williams, was tragically stabbed to death inside her Cefn Fforest home. Her mother was seriously injured. An 18-year-old man is in custody. Read for details.

Liverpool's 31-storey Lighthaus Tower completed

The 31-storey Lighthaus Tower, featuring 278 apartments and premium amenities, has been completed on Liverpool's Princes Dock, marking a major milestone for the £5bn Liverpool Waters regeneration. Discover how this development is reshaping the city's nort

£38k illegal tobacco and vapes seized in Midlands

Trading Standards officers have seized almost £38,000 worth of illicit tobacco and vapes from 14 shops across Staffordshire. Investigations are underway, with some shops facing prosecution.

Paedophile jailed after fleeing to Philippines

Wayne Hassall, 59, has been sentenced to 28 months for a 2021 sexual assault on a girl at his Cheshire farm. He fled to the Philippines before being arrested at Manchester Airport. Read the full story.

Teenager found dead on Oldbury's Park Street

Family pays tribute to 'beautiful' Lily Whitehouse, 19, found dead on Park Street, Oldbury. A 41-year-old man has been charged with murder. Police appeal for witnesses.

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