The fire service responded to a late-night car fire in Bridgnorth.

A haulier company in Sandwell is seeking an update to its goods vehicle operator's licence.

A video shows the moment police found a revolver, heroin and crack cocaine in a Tipton man’s bag.

An alleged victim of historical sexual abuse has spoken of his anguish as he faces a lengthy wait to see his alleged perpetrator in court, after a judge adjourned his trial for two years.

The vital role of farmers to help put Christmas dinner on people’s plates was discussed in a virtual NFU Education lesson that brought farming into classrooms across the region.

William Lee’s take on the classic supernatural werewolf trope made for highly entertaining teenage fiction - though it needed polish in some areas. Kirsty-Louise Card reviews ‘Gone Before the Moon’ - the debut novel by West Midlands author Will...

We've taken a look at the archives and picked out photos which show pubs from across the region in their best light.

We love any chance to come together for a celebration, and this collection of pictures shows just that.

What do business leaders in the Black Country and wider West Midlands hope and wish for in the coming year ahead?

Birmingham residents face having to pay new parking charges at three beauty spots in 2026 despite a wave of opposition to the proposals.

Take a short stroll through Birmingham and it’s hard to miss the skyscrapers springing up across the city centre’s ever-chaning skyline.

A proposed 16-home development in a village near Shifnal has drawn concern from locals over traffic safety and infrastructure, with residents warning the site could increase risks on a "high risk" road.

A West Midlands-based cemetery and crematorium has reported a 20 per cent increase in cremations at its recently-renovated Burntwood site which underwent a £350,000 upgrade.

Dudley Council looks set for a momentous 2026 as it continues to face challenges including pressure on its finances, political upheaval, unrest on immigration and delayed regeneration projects.

West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker hailed key moments and developments which have taken place in the region as he looked back on 2025.

The owners of a restaurant in West Bromwich have applied to open until 3am.

Up to 50 firefighters battled a blaze in a Shropshire Wetherspoon pub that saw diners and drinkers evacuated.

Network Rail engineers have completed its refurbishment of the Newport Road bridge at Stafford Railway Station.

Staffordshire Police Road Crime Team's relentless pursuit of uninsured drivers and their delight at sending vehicles to the pound saw them branded as Grinches.

A major retailer has issued an urgent recall of a children’s toy amid fears it could pose a serious choking risk - with shoppers being advised to stop using the item “immediately.”

Four men have been arrested and several weapons were recovered following an armed robbery in Birmingham.

Police are appealing for information after a woman was left seriously injured after being run down by a vehicle in Tipton on Christmas Day.

Eight fire crews have been sent to tackle a blaze at a Wetherspoon pub in a Shropshire town.

A woman has been arrested in connection with the murder of a Wolverhampton man on Christmas Day.

Flowers and tributes left where a Wolverhampton father was stabbed to death in Heath Town reveal the pain his friends and family are suffering.

A Smethwick man has been charged in connection with a knife point robbery in Birmingham.

Black Country tradesmen who have had tools stolen in 2025 have been urged to contact the police after officers seized items believed to have been taken in thefts.

A speeding driver who led officers on a chase at more than 100mph in Birmingham has been jailed.

The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte has died aged 65, the band have said.

A section of the West Midlands Metro tram network was brought to a halt on Monday morning after an ambulance became stationary on the tracks in Birmingham.

Pub company Marston’s has toasted a successful 2025 with a significant surge in profits attributed to the success of its innovative new pub formats, which are proving a major hit with customers and driving strong commercial returns.

Free parking on council-run car parks is likely to be restored in Dudley next year, the council leader has said.

A stunning seven bedroom country house has just gone up for sale on the border of Shropshire and South Staffordshire.

The debate among residents about whether Wolverhampton feels like a city and whether it has made the most of its city status is one which has rumbled on since it was first awarded.

What are animals trying to say to humans and how can we be a good listener? Those are the questions Amelia Thomas hoped to answer during her journey of discovery in which she came face to face with many creatures great and small.

Whether it’s a classic mojito, a rich espresso martini or a fruity cosmopolitan – our thirst for cocktails is showing no signs of slowing down.

The site of a former day centre for vulnerable adults could be redeveloped into a new store after the cash-strapped local council approved more property sales.

A visit to Smethwick High Street was one of the highlights of the police cadets who accompany the High Sheriff of the West Midlands on their duties.

Resorts World is treating visitors to an artistic touch from emerging talent at one of its shopping outlets alongside 50 well known brands

Mark Andrews takes a wry look at the week's news

Companies in fintech, flexible education and artificial intelligence are just some of those which our panel of experts says might be making waves over the next 12 months.

The ‘noisiest’ areas of Wolverhampton have been revealed—use our interactive map to see how your local area ranks!

A man who handled more than £5,000 of stolen construction machinery belonging to a Walsall company has been ordered to do unpaid work.

Comments on rising costs for charities and flood fears on the Severn – your opinions today.

The Severn Valley Railway is looking ahead to 2026 after its 60th anniversary year was marred by a “catastrophic landslip”.

Wolverhampton's main civic church is to get a new rector, after two-and-a-half years without a priest.

A Staffordshire enforcement company staged a double celebration for two of its long-serving directors – who happen to be twin sisters.

More than a pub a day is expected to have closed its doors in the UK this year, with Wolverhampton not immune to the sad decline of the pub trade, with some pubs closing and others changing their business - here's a look at the changing fortune of fi...

Rail passengers across the West Midlands are being warned to expect significant disruption to train services throughout the festive period, with reduced timetables, early finishes and rail replacement buses in place on key routes between Boxing Day a...

Black Country residents enjoying their Christmas presents have been urged by Dudley Police to register them to thwart thieves.

A man who died on Christmas Day after being stabbed in Wolverhampton has been named on social media.

An urgent appeal has been launched to ask for public help with finding a teenager who has been reported as missing.

Students studying British Sign Language and Deaf Studies were given the opportunity to gain experience through interactive events.

Thousands of shoppers have rushed to their favourite shopping outlets to grab a post-Christmas deal this year.

Judging by Toyota’s recent run of good cars, hopes are for the Urban Cruiser. James Batchelor sees if it’s another winner.

A conservation scheme by Staffordshire Council has helped to provide healthier heathland and benefit wildlife year round.

It was a morning for families and friends to come together and brave the cold and help to raise funds for charity.

Our intrepid reporter James Vukmirovic decided to take on a Boxing Day tradition alongside more than 100 other hardy souls as he entered the depths of Chasewater.

The organisers behind a fundraiser for boaters hit by the Whitchurch Canal collapse said they have been "overwhelmed" after the appeal topped £60k.

A Gurdwara has launched an appeal for public help after suffering what it described as a hate crime from raw meat being dumped outside.

Hundreds turned out to cheer on the Albrighton and Woodland Hunt's annual Boxing Day meet - amid government plans for a fresh ban.

Nigel Swan hasn’t spent much time with an EV before, so can the Renault Scenic show him that it’s the best way forward?

West Midlands Police Chief Constable joined officers patrolling Sutton Coldfield this festive period.

Residents of a 'quiet' Wolverhampton neighbourhood have been left terrified following a murder on their road on Christmas Day.

Big-hearted paramedics and ambulance staffs dropped off presents instead of patients to New Cross Hospital.

Kim Warren’s all-year-round festive café in Shropshire has closed, however she will continue to sell Christmas products online.

The Abarth 600e is one of the firm’s latest go-faster electric vehicles, but how does it feel on the road? Jack Williams finds out.

West Midlands and Staffordshire Police dogs were given festive treats after successfully apprehending suspects.

Christmas presents are often one of the highlights of the festive season — but not every gift hits the mark.

A West Midlands Police officer has received royal recognition for his service after being presented with the King’s Police Medal at a ceremony in London.

Police have asked for help in finding a 29-year-old who has gone missing from Birmingham.

The famous ‘Himmy’ now has something of an iconic status, but what will living with one prove? Jack Evans finds out.

Police have urged vigilance while shopping online for Boxing Day deals this year.

Fans were heartbroken following the death of former Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne.

Before the lights go up and the music begins, there’s a whole other side of Fiddler on the Roof happening backstage.

As friends and families come together to play games over the festive holiday, we take a look at a selection of toys and games from years gone by.

Shocking murders, major drugs operations and cruel abuse all came through West Midlands courts in 2025 - here are some of the biggest cases that resulted in jail time this year.

Keen ramblers and nature lovers can enjoy these 11 winter walks in the West Midlands, offering space to breathe and clear your head.

A developer looks set to be allowed to re-build new flats on the site of a former doctor’s surgery after demolishing the building without permission.

It's set to be a busy time for food outlets as they welcome in people out looking for bargains, so we've taken a look at some of the prime places offering a place for people to sit down, relax and enjoy a hot or cold meal.

More than a pub a day is expected to have closed its doors in the UK this year, with towns across the Black Country not immune to the sad decline of the pub trade.

A former shop destroyed by fire will be replaced with new flats.

Talks, games, crafts, lunches and plenty of laughter are among the activities being enjoyed by residents attending a popular social gathering in Wolverhampton.

A planning application has been submitted to build ‘affordable’ flats on the site of a former Rowley Regis day centre and library.

The landlords of a Stourbridge pub have said this Christmas will be their last running the popular Hare & Hounds due to spiralling costs.

Why one reader believes culture and mentoring matter more than school rules, and how to start the new year by looking after your hearing, says hearing loss charity...

Boxing Day is nearly here, and with it comes one of the UK’s biggest annual shopping events as retailers slash prices across fashion, tech, beauty and homeware to clear out stock after Christmas.

A drink driving pensioner from Staffordshire has been banned from the road after being caught over the limit.

It could be a bleak time ahead for pubs across the region as they look at rising rates and increased costs and try to work out how to survive the ongoing cost of living crisis.

Plans have been submitted to convert former newspaper offices in Walsall into housing.

Drivers are being warned to expect a surge in post-Christmas Day traffic as millions of people take to the roads to visit loved ones or go shopping.

Black Country babies gave their parents a Christmas present they will never forget when they arrived today.

A 19-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a woman in Oldbury.

Two men are being held by police on suspicion of murder in Wolverhampton in the early hours of Christmas Day.

A renewed appeal has been launched by West Midlands Police to ask for help from the public with finding 10 local people who have been missing for years.

Police have arrested two men after a man was stabbed to death in Wolverhampton in the early hours of Christmas Day.

Staff and residents at a Codsall care home are celebrating not just Christmas but also the 102nd birthday of its oldest resident.

No one in the UK is waking up to snow on Christmas Day, according to the Met Office, but warnings for cold and windy weather are set to come into force.

Hundreds of gifts, food items and toiletries have been handed over to those most in need at Christmas by West Midlands Police officers.

We have listed 12 West Midlands residents who are registered on the national missing persons list this year.