Newport's Christmas lights switch-on event was "bigger and brighter" than ever before with the town hosting a full day of festivities throughout Saturday.

A wanted man who brazenly took his own carrier bag into shops in Sandwell to steal alcohol has been jailed following appeal to trace him.

Police have released a photo of a man they wish to speak to following reports of an indecent exposure on a Birmingham bus.

The countdown is on for one of the West Midlands' biggest beer festivals which opens its doors this week.

A year has passed since a man was shot dead inside a parked car on a Birmingham street - but appeals for witnesses continue.

Birmingham’s planning committee has voted to refuse proposals to build a student accommodation block on the former site of a city centre pub.

Here we revisit Bridgnorth across the decades, seen from the banks of the River Severn.

Three properties in Wednesbury, Oldbury and Smethwick — all empty for decades and never before placed on the market.

The Sandwell College Cradley Heath Skills Campus build is almost complete - with bosses saying that 'exciting' things are coming.

Shropshire Council has promised to replace an ancient street light in Bridgnorth after the authority removed the original as it was deemed unsafe.

The region's brightest and best apprentices and mentors were captured on camera as they celebrated at the Black Country Apprenticeship Awards 2025 at the Copthorne Hotel, in the Dudley borough.

Council chiefs have welcomed the arrival of an innovative additives manufacturing plant to a business zone on the Wolverhampton-Staffordshire border.

It's a pub which has become the focal point for community activities within the Shropshire village it's based in, as well as being one of the jewels of the estate which owns the land.

A Staffordshire farm is to plant a quarter of a million tulips using an autonomous tractor.

Rail fares are to be frozen for the first time in 30 years, the Government has announced.

“Birmingham is a city that at times is under-appreciated - not anymore,” Blues chairman Tom Wagner told the crowd at Digbeth Loc Studios.

A Black Country council has successfully stopped 10 fraudulent Right to Buy applications which has protected around £750,000 in public funds.

Kick-start your hair growth journey and combat winter with this simple routine.

A town's charity has joined forces with a high street building society to form a community partnership.

A convenience shop in Darlaston has applied for a licence to sell alcohol.

Three people were arrested and two motors were seized during a stop and check operation in Stafford.

Plans have been lodged for a new build on land near a conservation area near Stafford.

I’m getting into better fitness routines now so that I can relax over Christmas and not feel guilty about overindulging.

Panto stars joined thousands of families at the Wolverhampton Christmas lights switch on show.

Detectives hunting for the killer of a man have launched a fresh appeal for information on the first anniversary of the crime.

Police have launched an appeal for information after an indecent exposure incident on a bus.

A man has been charged after police recovered a shotgun from an address in the West Midlands.

Emergency crews have rushed to a main road in Walsall near the M6 motorway due to a collision.

A bus route in Smethwick is faced disruption this afternoon (November 22) following an 'incident.'

Households across Britain will see a small rise in their energy bills from January 1, 2026, after Ofgem confirmed its latest price cap will push costs slightly higher.

The run-up to Christmas is in full swing and thousands of people descended on Apley Farm Shop for the weekend's cosiest festive market.

The five men behind a daytime ram raid on a Birmingham jewellery shop have been ordered to pay back nearly £250,000 of their ill-gotten gains.

It’s started… Stepping into my local supermarket this Tuesday, I was greeted by the unmistakable brass tones of Jona Lewie’s ‘Stop The Cavalry’. Christmas tunes blaring on November 18. The world’s gone nuts…

A train worker was assaulted when he attempted to stop a fight on a train heading to Birmingham.

A woman and a man have been arrested after reports of an alleged theft from a vehicle in Birmingham.

An urgent warning has been issued after three Christmas food products were recalled due to an allergen concern.

Two men who killed an 83-year-old man in a failed bid to rob him of his watch outside a Birmingham rehabilitation centre are facing jail for his manslaughter.

A father and son have been sentenced for their roles after heroin worth over £20 million was seized in Birmingham.

A Staffordshire woman has been charged with multiple fraud offences in connection with the alleged sale of Oasis tickets earlier this year.

Officers who are investigating a disorder incident in Wolverhampton have appealed for the identities of two more men following six others being arrested and one charged.

Three men were arrested in Wednesfield yesterday for various separate offences - including robbery and sexual assault.

A Birmingham man has been banned from owning animals for 10 years after a Staffordshire bull terrier named Minnie was found in 'awful condition'.

The iconic refurbished 'Three Men and a Boat' automaton is to be unveiled in Walsall this December.

Black Friday is coming to Merry Hill and with it comes a rush of unmissable offers including many items on sale for half price - or even less!

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

Stars from across the UK are set to travel to Wolverhampton to feature in the anticipated Grand Theatre's Sleeping Beauty pantomime this Christmas.

Born in '58, one reader fears everything they were taught at school is now being categorised as ‘wrong’, and getting lost thanks to misleading signs, your letters today.

Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has urged film-makers to “try us” following the launch of a West Midlands agency.

Let's step back half a century to 1975.

Dudley Building Society has announced it is to open its first branch in Worcestershire, with a new location in Bromsgrove set to launch in spring 2026.

The Ivy Collection has launched its Christmas menu for 2025 which features a smoking Santa on a cloud of cream and we tried it out at the Birmingham restaurant

Police have released a video of the moment officers investigating county lines drug dealing in Telford raided a dealer's home in Tipton.

36 establishments across the West Midlands have received new food hygiene ratings in the latest set of inspections.

A decision on plans to convert a shop into a HMO in a south Birmingham suburb has been pushed back.

Wavensmere Homes has sold 60 off-plan houses to Clique members - a club of existing customers who have already bought two or more of its homes.

The National Crime Agency have published their updated list of criminals who are subject to Ancillary Orders - including drug dealers and fraudsters from the West Midlands.

Whether it’s Let it Snow, Winter Wonderland or White Christmas, there’s nothing like hearing these much-loved classic songs to get you in the mood for the festive season.

The Sycamore Gap is to grow again – and Staffordshire is playing its part.

With freezing nights causing chaos across the UK, find out if you could get £25.

The Manthey Kit consists of aero discs on the rear wheels, an extended under body air deflector, a redesigned air diffuser with larger fins.

A man and a woman have been arrested after officers seized a shotgun and ammunition.

Eleven of the region’s leading businesses ‘made history’ last night when they were named the ‘Best in the Black Country’ at a glittering ceremony in front of 450 people at the University of Wolverhampton at The Halls.

Five men have been charged with multiple offences after police carried out drug warrants in Birmingham.

Disruption has been reported on the M6 due to a vehicle breaking down on the route.

Train lines between Birmingham New Street and Crewe have reopened following a 'major signalling fault' in Staffordshire - though disruption to journeys is expected until the end of the day.

A huge 30% off Black Friday discount is live on premium men’s grooming, including bestselling fragrances, body washes, shaving gear and skincare essentials

Detrash’s limited-edition dive watches — made from recycled surgical steel and ocean plastic — are in a rare Black Friday deal with a free vegan strap and your choice of serial number

Two teenagers - including a young man from Walsall - have pleaded not guilty to carrying out a cyber attack on Transport for London (TfL).

Workers on rail operator CrossCountry, who operate services in the West Midlands, are to stage a series of strikes next month in a dispute over pay.

The cute and stylish city car will sit alongside the electric 500e model when it goes on sale next year.

A 'vaxmobile' is being rolled out to hospitals in Wolverhampton and Walsall to help give winter flu jabs.

A cocaine dealer who was part of a gang supplying drugs in Cannock has been jailed.

Oh yes it is! Christmas has arrived in the West Midlands — and whether you're after a classic panto laugh, a magical winter circus, or a festive day out, there’s plenty to choose from.

Police have revealed the face of a Tipton man who has been jailed for dealing 'Monkey Dust'.

Football fans have been reacting to the dramatic unveiling of Birmingham City's Powerhouse Stadium - and it's not just Blues fans who are impressed

The Korean firm is showcasing this new concept at Los Angeles’ Automobility show.

Hyundai’s premium sub-brand wants to take on some of the world’s fastest road cars with the Magma GT.

Get ready for a delightful holiday experience at the Black Country Artisan Fairs on December 6th, happening on the lower Mall of the Mander Centre!

A 38-year-old man has been charged with the murders of two men in Wolverhampton.

The British-built electric SUV will be available in four trim levels with prices starting from £32,249 with the ECG.

There’s something undeniably enchanting about a festive lights trail, and this year’s exhibit at the Trentham Estate in Staffordshire is no different.

Renowned DJ, musician and producer, Fatboy Slim, will be playing at the stunning Forestry England Cannock Chase on June 25, 2026.

Wetherspoons has announced that it will be opening the doors to a brand-new Birmingham pub in 2026 after partnering with students union.

Wolves Foundation have opened a new weekly Skills Hub called Foundation Futures, aiming to help more people into work and support economic prosperity and employment.

Dudley Building Society is proud to announce the opening of its first branch in Worcestershire, with a new location in Bromsgrove set to launch in Spring 2026. This marks another significant milestone as the Society continues to go from strength to s...

A talented young artist from Maple Hayes Hall School in Burntwood has won first place at the Royal Birmingham Society of Arts (RBSA) Young Artist Prize, proving that with the right support, children with dyslexia can excel in their creative strengths...

Throughout this year, hundreds of thousands of schoolchildren have boldly embraced the Jubilee call from Pope Francis to become ‘Pilgrims of Hope’. Over 1,000 schools in England and Wales took the Jubilee pledge, making a long- term commitment to...

Business lender UKSE has taken their popular Networking on Two Wheels event to Derby Velodrome, offering West Midlands businesses the opportunity to combine professional networking with track cycling.

A Shropshire farm is offering people the chance to 'cuddle a cow' in a new experience taking social media by storm.

In the final concert of the Newport Music Club’s 50th anniversary year held on the evening of Saturday, November 15, at Cosy Hall, Newport, the audience was treated to a truly outstanding performance of chamber music by the Lumas Winds Trio.

Birmingham-based property consultancy Johnson Fellows has announced its search for two degree apprentices as the firm continues its commitment to nurturing young talent in the property industry.

An electrical services company has supported an apprentice and invested in expansion plans after receiving funding from community lender BCRS Business Loans.

A local hospice is asking people who are thinking of their loved ones this festive season to spare a thought for those who may be facing their final Christmas, as it launches its annual appeal.

Local organisations are being encouraged to apply for funding to support infrastructure projects that improve quality of life across Lichfield District.

The People’s Platform celebrated its first anniversary this week with a vibrant, packed-out event at Stourbridge Social, the modern and chic bar on Mill Race Lane. The venue was filled from the moment the doors opened, a clear testament to the grow...

Ambitious plans to grow the region’s visitor economy through a new partnership have taken a step forward following the appointment of a new Chair, Deputy Chair and board members.

Black Friday weekend means fantastic bargains and exciting Star Buys are up for grabs at Newlife The Charity for Disabled Children’s Cannock Superstore – where shopping also means helping children with disabilities receive the vital specialist eq...

West Midlands Police are looking to speak to multiple people following disorder outside Religion nightclub in Walsall last month - do you recognise any of these people?

Police in Staffordshire have seized a vehicle after routine checks found it was being driven illegally.

Firefighters have tackled a house fire near Wolverhampton caused by a portable heater.