Police have issued a picture of a man they want to speak to after items were stolen from a store on St John's Retail Park in Wolverhampton.

Last month, the European Union ditched its plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2035.

Family favourite restaurant chain TGI Fridays has shut 16 sites in a takeover deal - including one in Walsall.

Video footage shows a huge blaze at a factory unit in Wolverhampton which has sent smoke billowing over the city.

West Midlands Police Chief constable Craig Guildford wrote to the Home Affairs Committee to apologise.

An accident in West Bromwich is causing some issues for early morning commuters.

Shropshire firefighters were at the scene of a barn fire near Bridgnorth on Wednesday morning.

An amateur darts player has described the “surreal” experience of throwing a nine-darter.

There have been reports of a major fire in Wolverhampton this morning (Wednesday).

An early morning accident on Bilston Road, Wolverhampton means there is no service on the Midland Metro currently between Priestfield and Wolverhampton.

A man has appeared at court accused of stealing and having a blade in Sutton Coldfield.

Wouldn’t it be great to have the UK’s Town of Culture here in the West Midlands.

MP Sonia Kumar makes the case for why Dudley should be Britain's first town of culture

The race has begun to select Britain's first town of culture, with a Black Country town one of the first out of the blocks to stake its claim.

Every area needs its own place where locals can gather, meet up and make new friends, and Claregate is no different.

Cannock Chase District Council is set to discuss the Prince of Wales Theatre at this week's Economic Prosperity Scrutiny Committee.

Plans to build 69 new homes on land next to the M54 in Shifnal have been submitted to the local authority for consideration.

Take a trip back to the 1970s and explore life across Sandwell.

The Aldridge-Brownhills MP has spoken out against plans for a home extension in Streetly.

Unite the union have accused Birmingham Council’s most senior officer of ‘misleading’ comments on the bins strike negotiations.

West Midlanders are using local buses less with thousands of less journeys recorded in latest figures as transport chiefs outline three key reasons

More than thirty people had a good time at a special event to mark the second anniversary of a Staffordshire friendship group set up for families affected by memory loss.

The animal sanctuary was forced to close its doors after Storm Goretti destroyed a number of its enclosures.

Crisis-hit Birmingham City Council is planning to sell a former office block near a high street to developers amid its financial turbulence.

A project to build new council housing in Tipton has gone nearly £1m over budget.

A remarkable deal has slashed the price of a 90-minute indoor role play session to just £1.48 per child

More than £6 million has been secured by Wolverhampton Council to ensure 140 new council homes on 14 development sites across the city will be provided as social housing.

Principle Estate Management has celebrated the qualification of a seventh chartered surveyor as well as three other staff members achieving coveted places on a prestigious property sector list.

A decision over whether an empty pub can re-open as an Indian grill will finally be made months after it was discovered flats had been built without permission.

A generous donation from a Black Country real estate firm will help a former Royal Marine Commando to grow his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu club in Wolverhampton.

Halesowen-based housebuilder Barratt Homes West Midlands built 522 new homes in the region in the last financial year, contributing more than £113 million to the UK economy, a new report confirms.

A unique high-energy sound and light experience is returning to the Severn Valley Railway next month following an “incredible response” to its debut last year - how to get early bird tickets

Readers speak out: AI fears, shoplifting chaos and the future of hunting.

Some older people are taking “drastic measures” such as using less electricity, having baths or showers less often or skipping meals this winter to make ends meet financially, Age UK is warning.

The electric saloon will be equipped with a battery pack that exceeds 100kWh and uses the firm’s ‘Neue Klasse’ design language.

The Government has announced its intention to build a new railway line between Birmingham and Manchester.

Two men whose actions led to the death of an 83-year-old man in Birmingham in a failed bid to rob him of his watch have each been jailed for 15 years today.

A murder investigation has been launched after a man was fatally stabbed in Acocks Green.

These pictures show the efforts today to refloat one of the three canal boats that were left stranded following the collapse of a canal embankment at Whitchurch.

Dudley Zoo and Castle has been counting the cost after Storm Goretti swept through the region battering its flamingo attraction and causing damage that's likely to cost more than £75,000 to repair.

Birmingham Light Festival reveals the full programme for 2026, including a gallery of spectacular, illuminated artworks from internationally renowned and local artists, plus a series of special events

One of the three canal boats that were left stranded following the collapse of a canal embankment has been refloated and has rejoined the Llangollen Canal.

This is the moment a cowboy roofer who took police on a 70mph chase through the streets of Birmingham before ploughing into a mother of three as she played golf stepped over her body as he fled the scene, a court has heard.

Firefighters have tackled a fire at a vape shop in Stafford.

Once again, the people of Halesowen have shown incredible generosity and community spirit. Local residents pulled out all the stops to support the Kids Clothes Project, donating an amazing four car loads of clothes and toys to help children and famil...

Food waste from South Staffordshire will soon be turned into energy, fertilizer and compost when a new recycling service is introduced later this year.

A Wolverhampton businesswoman who faced a barrage of online harassment following being at the scene of a terror attack has launched a new programme. The Social Media Frontline is designed to help charities, organisations and business owners manage on...

As we look ahead to 2026, the motivations of Staffordshire homeowners are evolving – shaped by economic pressures, the rise of multigenerational living and ever-increasing focus on sustainability.

Firefighters have been spotted tackling a blaze at a property in Wolverhampton.

When Michelle Carter stepped back into her wedding dress after 26 years, it wasn’t just a dress‑up moment — it was a victory. A moment that said, loud and clear, that resilience, support, and the right plan can change everything.

A man with links to Wolverhampton and Shropshire is being sought by police in connection with a rape investigation.

My Choice Healthcare has announced a three-year sponsorship of the YogaBugs wellbeing programme at Bridgtown Primary School in Cannock, providing children, families and staff with free access to yoga and mindfulness resources as part of YogaBugs’ n...

Persimmon Homes Central has strengthened its top team following an internal promotion.

A bargain MOT deal spotted in West Bromwich is undercutting the national price by more than £25 — and it comes with a free winter car check too

Alex Ballinger MP has today welcomed news that, in the first ever release of such data, Labour-led Sandwell Council has been given a ‘green’ rating, the highest possible, for its pothole performance. The announcement comes ahead of National Potho...

A West Midlands man is to appear in court after being charged with terrorism offences.

A one-hour, family-friendly half-term show featuring some of Britain’s funniest clowns is coming to Rugeley.

Tributes have been paid to former Kinver Parish Council chairman Henry Williams, who has died at the age of 85.

A rogue roofer who ran over a mother-of-three on a golf course during a police chase has been jailed for 13-and-a-half years for killing her.

A major update on the opening date for the new rail stations in Birmingham and the Black Country has been issued as train testing gets underway

The Filante will sit at the top of the firm’s SUV line-up and uses a new ‘E-Tech’ hybrid setup.

Letters are taking up to two weeks to be delivered in parts of east Shropshire, an MP has said.

A former West Midlands Police officer is set to appear in court charged with multiple counts of misconduct in police office and drug-related offences.

Dudley Council has asked housing watchdog to lift a Regulatory Notice after spending millions of pounds surveying its homes.

The third-generation CX-5 will go on sale in the UK this spring.

A West Midlands road has been cleared after it was blocked following a crash on Tuesday morning, as emergency services cleaned up oil and debris.

Police are appealing for information after a pedestrian was injured in a non-stop crash in Cannock.

The K4 Sportswagon will be available with petrol and mild-hybrid powertrains.

As we move into 2026, more local homeowners are investing time and creativity into transforming their outdoor spaces. Bradley Smith from Codsall Driveways & CobbleCrete has seen the shift first-hand.

Police have arrested two men after officers spotted a stolen car while on patrol in Sandwell.

Wolverhampton Councillors Asha Mattu (Lab, Graiseley) and Sally Green (Lab, Blakenhall) joined forces with the Elias Mattu Foundation and international NGO We Care for Humanity (WCH) to host the Global Santa Wolverhampton Christmas celebration — a ...

Following recent bouts of heavy snow and icy conditions across much of Staffordshire and the country, Cannock Chase MP Josh Newbury is urging Staffordshire County Council to step up gritting efforts after numerous complaints from local residents.

Featuring a special concert presentation, which celebrates the music of ABBA, reliving special memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves.

Two men have been arrested after officers recovered a stash of Class A drugs when we stopped a suspicious vehicle in Wolverhampton.

“I want some sweets.” How often we have heard this cry in a supermarket? Sometimes the child even lies on the floor in protest. Often it is easiest to give in. “Oh, that’s alright we have plenty of those at home,” said the dad and the littl...

A Shropshire quiz enthusiast is set to take on one of TV’s most formidable challenges tonight when he appears on ITV's The Chase.

Off-roading plug-in hybrid is expected to launch in the UK soon.

Police are seeking the public's help to identify a woman who stole a purse from a shoppers handbag in Wolverhampton - do you recognise her?

Sixth Forms across Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust will be exhibiting at the Connexions Sandwell New Year New Start Careers Fair in January 2026.

A local high school has received a boost to its sports and wellbeing facilities thanks to a generous donation of fitness equipment from Pulse Fitness, the supplier chosen to install the gym equipment at Burntwood Leisure Centre and the new Lichfield ...

Weather forecasters are predicting that snow is returning to the West Midlands today - here's when

A man, aged 40, has been jailed after stealing alcohol from a supermarket in Sandwell and assaulting a security guard

The magic of the panto is well and truly alive for a popular community group - but this year it will move from Wednesbury down the road to Darlaston

It was more than 40 years ago that an advert placed in the dating section of the Express & Star led to two soul mates from Walsall finding each other.

Ten new bedrooms will be created at Stafford's hospice after its £1.5 million extension was given the green light by planners.

Illegal working arrests and raids, including in the West Midlands, are at the highest level in British history according to new Home Office figures.

The surprising outcome of 16 complaints against parking wardens in Dudley have been unveiled following accusations including accusations of rudeness and swearing.

Lidl has announced the opening date of its latest supermarket in Staffordshire

A planning application has been submitted to establish a Next store a retail park in Staffordshire

A judge told prospective jurors in a major Wolverhampton case to check with loved ones about any surprise getaways after a previous trial collapsed last summer due to holiday commitments.

A top West Midlands judge has condemned local criminals 'total disregard for the safety' for their community after a father was shot in broad daylight in the Black Country.

A retailer of snooker and darts equipment has expanded by launching a third store in the West Midlands.

An indoor centre specialising in a fast-growing tennis-style sport will open in Dudley town centre, if planning permission in granted.

Traders and shop owners are never normally reticent to speak out and give their views - so it proved when the Express & Star's Mark Andrews visited Dudley to get their views on the 40th anniversary of the Merry Hill Shopping Centre.

Planners will be asked to decide whether enforcement action should be taken after a gipsy site in the Staffordshire green belt was extended without planning permission.

A plot of land in a "great strategic position" next to the Aston Expressway in Birmingham is to be sold at auction on behalf of Birmingham City Council.

A former pub in Hednesford could be converted into a self-service car wash if plans are approved this week. The scheme, for the lower car park of the former Globe Inn on East Cannock Road, have been recommended for approval. The pub closed in 2012.

Planners will be making a final decision on a proposal to convert a former Willenhall pub into a 10-bed House of Multiple Occupation (HMO).

Councillors will decide this week whether controversial plans to demolish a house near Rugeley and replace it with two detached houses should be approved.

Nourished, the flagship brand from Birmingham-based health-tech scale-up Rem3dy Health is bringing its personalised gummy vitamins, the world’s first personalised nutrition experience, to selected Boots stores and the retailer’s online customers.