Shoppers and visitors to Lichfield city centre will spot a splash of colour this week as more than 1,600 metres of hand-made bunting has been put up to celebrate the start of this year’s Lichfield Festival in early July.

Volvo’s best-selling car has just received some minor tweaks. But does that take it to the top-of-the-class? Cameron Richards finds out.

As part of an ongoing community safety campaign in Dudley, new lifesaving bleed control kits have been donated to local primary schools up and down the borough.

Edgbaston Stadium have announced the international cricket matchday at the Women’s IT20 between England vs India will be a ‘Go Green Game’, a sustainability-focused experience that helps to raise awareness of climate change amongst spectators a...

A Bipolar UK ambassador has been awarded the British Citizen Award for creating its Mood Tracker app that has helped tens of thousands of people living with bipolar to manage their condition and reduce hospital stays.

One of Lichfield’s most cherished summer traditions is back. Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park returns this September, promising an evening of live music, community spirit, and entertainment under the stars.

Did you know that the number of children and young people aged 4 to 17 involved in Scouts in Birmingham has increased by nearly 7% in the last two years? There have been significant increases in Squirrels (boys and girls aged 4 to 6), Scouts (boys an...

The Evenfields Black Talent Awards (BTA) has officially announced the shortlist of finalists for its upcoming 2025 awards ceremony, shining a spotlight on outstanding Black professionals across the UK.

West Midlands Police is urging drivers to think before putting lives at risk as new figures reveal 3,000 dangerous driving offences in just six months.

A friend who flew a lot once told me the only time you should be scared on an airliner is when the cabin crew start screaming. That's because, unlike the passengers, they know exactly what is going on, what to worry about and what to ignore.

West Midlands Police has unveiled the latest litter of police puppies in training - all named after British motorsport legends.

West Midlands Police have charged a man following a fatal collision in Birmingham where a four-year-old died and three others were injured.

West Midlands Police's four-legged officers helped to detain two suspected criminals during an active night in Dudley.

The dual impact of National Insurance hikes and Donald Trump’s tariffs led to caution among businesses in the second quarter of 2025, a new economic survey has revealed.

PICTURE FROM THE ARCHIVE: A visit by the Free French leader General de Gaulle to the English Electric Co factory in Stafford on Wednesday, October 22, 1941. Due to wartime censorship the location was not given but it later emerged that this was the f...

Plans to bulldoze the Bull Ring Indoor Market in Birmingham have been refused leaving developers frustrated

Four play areas in Walsall are set to be upgraded with funding awarded by Local Trust

Mark Andrews explains why the Black Country has plenty to shout about

Disquiet is growing over plans that could see wholesale changes to the map of town and parish councils across Telford and Wrekin.

Councillors in Staffordshire approve plans for a replacement house where a run-down bungalow stood

Dudley Council has responded to concerns that it has stashed away millions of pounds from developers which is due to be spent on community projects

Wolverhampton Grammar School was founded in 1512, quickly becoming an institution of advanced learning and academic excellence.

Grievances against Cannock Chase Council have reduced - but there is an increase in the escalation of cases taken to a higher level

A Cannock community stalwart who served as a district councillor for 24 years has died.

Residents in a Dudley village raise concerns about micro pub plans - but some people think it's a great idea

Walsall, Sandwell and Telford are the disability hotspots of the West Midlands, with one in eight people claiming benefits.

A retrospective plan for two mobile homes at a proposed traveller site in the Shropshire countryside has been recommended for approval despite significant opposition.

The King has called on the nation to remember the “extraordinary courage and compassion” in the face of the horrors of the July 7 bombings.

Watch as Yungblud led a supergroup through a cover of Black Sabbath's 'Changes' at an emotional farewell gig that took place at Villa Park.

A man who was found with a knife and cannabis in two separate stop-and-searches has been sentenced.

Cancer Research UK's Race for Life 5k has returned to Himley Hall as hundreds of runners lace up their shoes for charity.

Stourbridge has been filled with performers, musicians, traders and plenty of street food for its annual town centre carnival.

Police Community Support Officers worked with the council to tackle an anti social hot spot in Dudley which had attracted rough sleepers

It was an emotional sight to see the Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne, take to the stage in what might be the last performance of one of my most loved bands.

A Shropshire firm asked to engrave limited edition trainers for Black Sabbath's final gig was one of the “proudest moments” of the company's history.

Police are appealing for information about a crash in Walsall that left a motorcycle rider in a serious condition.

Police were called to reports of anti social behaviour involving secondary school pupils in Walsall town centre

We went to the first night of Jeff Lynne's farewell tour at Birmingham Utilita Arena - here's our verdict on the show

Super-sweet video shows three newborn bush dog pups as they get their first vet check-up at Peak Wildlife Park.

The Dudley-based Black Country Innovative Manufacturing Organisation (BCIMO) has entered administration.

West Midlands Police has arrested a teenager and seized a number of off-road and e-bikes during a planned operation in Dudley.

Residents in the West Midlands may be forgiven in thinking normal service is resumed as the rain and clouds affect the county following weeks of sunshine.

While Black Sabbath stole the headlines for their last ever gig on Saturday, prog rock/pop icons Jeff Lynne also returned to his home city of Birmingham for his final tour.

A convicted Wolverhampton killer has been jailed for a second killing which took place while he was on remand at HMP Birmingham

Three men who took part in a counterfeit cigarette sales conspiracy have been put behind bars for more than 12 years combined.

Walsall's economy is falling down behind national averages on nearly every front, according to council data

Bosses of a construction trade enterprise are planning to move their plant vehicles to premises in Bilston.

It's a pub which is a leading venue in its community and which has been recognised as one of the best pubs in the West Midlands, full of good cheer, good beer and a warm and friendly welcome.

Plans have been lodged to make changes to the design of a Lichfield public house.

A county lines drug dealer jailed earlier this year for four years for bringing class A drugs into Telford from Birmingham has been ordered to pay back £1, despite the police seizing his car.

A Wolverhampton man has been jailed after carrying out a string of burglaries and car thefts - including one from a longstanding friend.

Council chiefs have attracted an extra almost £4 million to fill potholes across the Dudley borough as the roadworks programme continue.

It's one of the longest-running beer festivals in the region, providing lovers of real ale, stout, cider and perry with a wide range of choice and helping to draw more eyes to the work of breweries in the Black Country and further afield.

The rocker – who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019 – plans to continue to record music but will not perform live again.

The Department for Education is rolling out family hubs across England and investing £500m into the scheme

A bostin' time was enjoyed by all at the Bostin’ Black Country Bash held at Walsall Arboretum as part of an international celebration.

Adorable video shows Ozzy - the newest police dog recruit - going out with officers as they gear up for the Black Sabbath show at Villa Park.

Families and friends came together to enjoy a fun-packed Halesowen Carnival and Music Festival as it marked a decade of the popular event

Here are the pictures from inside Villa Park at Black Sabbath’s epic final concert

Police are appealing for information after an 80 year-old pedestrian died in a road collision in Birmingham involving a taxi

A balaclava clad gang has been jailed for a combined total of more than 60 years after a series of armed robberies, car thefts and burglaries at pubs, supermarkets and off licenses.

There's definitely a party atmosphere in the air as heavy metal fans from home and abroad hot-foot it to Black Sabbath's mega Back to the Beginning concert at Villa Park in Birmingham.

The father-of-three, who married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso 11 days before the accident, died alongside his brother, Andre Silva.

Police are appealing for help to find a 15-year-old boy who went missing from Bridgnorth yesterday afternoon.

Family and friends of footballer Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva gather for the funeral in Portugal

Heavy Metal stars have travelled from across the globe to be in Birmingham for Black Sabbath’s final every gig

Reds manager Arne Slot and captain Virgil van Dijk were among the mourners.

Here's our updates from the mega West Midlands summer weekend with Black Sabbath's final gig at Villa Park and Jeff Lynne performing in Birmingham on his final tour and more

A fire has broken out in Tipton in the early hours of Saturday (July 5) as fire fighters urge people to ‘avoid the area’

PICTURE FROM THE ARCHIVE: Albrighton Football Club players and officials, July 1963. The caption pasted to the back of the original image reads: ‘Albrighton Football Club players and officials have good reason to look happy on this picture, which s...

Sizzling hot summers, Corona orangeade delivered to the door.

A music and beer festival will be making its return to Newport later this month.

Final preparations are being made for the return of Newport Show next week.

The rumours are true – I’ve been made ‘an offer I couldn’t refuse’. Ladies and gentlemen, The Godfather is in.

Six people have been jailed over drugs and modern slavery crimes, including criminals from the West Midlands

Wolverhampton Council has called the mindless vandalism 'sickening'.

A senior West Midlands Police officer has spoken of the dangers of unsafe driving following the sentencing of a man who killed a two-year-old while speeding in Smethwick

A judge condemned the actions of a killer driver who caused a crash which killed a beloved two-year-old boy while behind the wheel of a stolen car.

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

A South Shropshire pub and popular haunt for bikers and classic car owners has gone up for sale.

Watch as an ice cream van serves sweet treats to motorists stuck in standstill traffic on the M18.

A drink driver who crashed into another car on the A442 offered helpers £3k not to call the police.

Charlie Butler left his career in huge retail business including Habitat and Ikea to serve products for dogs in his dedciated shop in the West Midlands town that loves dogs

The leader of Staffordshire County Council said support for children with special educational needs, an ageing population and roads were among issues squeezing its budget.

England and Wales get under way at Euro 2025 in Switzerland.

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has ordered a nationwide immigration “enforcement crackdown” which the Government says will target illegal working in the gig economy.

Mourners have gathered at the São Cosme Chapel in Portugal to pay their respects to the late footballer Diogo Jota.

Black Sabbath might be grabbing the headlines ahead of their last ever gig at Villa Park, but they are not the only iconic Birmingham band bidding farewell this weekend.

The seats have arrived at Wolverhampton's revamped city centre cinema which is opening its doors to film fans.

A man was rushed to the hospital after the e-scooter he was riding crashed into street furniture in Bilston.

A reckless motorist who killed a two-year-old boy in a horror hit-and-run crash in Smethwick while driving a stolen Porsche has been jailed for more than 15 years.

A boy aged 13 has been handed a life sentence for murdering teenager Jahziah Coke in a drug related row in Oldbury

SUV will join the existing Jaecoo 7 in the brand’s range.

A care service in the West Midlands has stepped up and raised much-needed funds for a cancer charity by taking on a walking fundraiser.

A man from Walsall has been charged with wounding and possession after another man was stabbed multiple times.

Police have thanked the public for their help apprehending a suspect following a robbery in Birmingham.

Sharjeel Shahzad ran off seconds after his stolen Porsche smashed head-on with a Toyota, causing fatal injuries to two-year-old Shehbaz Singh.

A youth was twice subjected to a sexual assault while travelling on the Stourbridge Shuttle service.