Members of Rugeley & District Lions Club were out in force on March 4, collecting donations in support of the Marie Curie charity.

Jack Osbourne has proudly posted about the birth of his newborn daughter on social media and his named her after his Birmingham dad, Ozzy

In the early hours of Thursday morning (12 March) in Dubai, a drone hit a luxury residential building sparking a fire and evacuations.

Flights have been cancelled over the past week from Birmingham Airport to Middle Eastern destinations due to the conflict in the region - but today (Thursday 12 March) more routes have been axed due to other issues.

The issue is believed to be affecting signalling equipment

Three men and a woman from the Black Country have been jailed for more than 25 years for their part in a £1m County Lines cocaine operation

A Bridgnorth funeral director has returned home safely after being caught up in the trouble in the Middle East following a trip to New Zealand where he was speaking at an international conference for other professionals.

Grade II listed town centre hotel Bridgewood House in Stafford has been put on the market.

Readers respond to recent debates on energy policy, NHS missed appointments and the role of former political leaders.

The publication of the 'Mandelson Files' do not make easy reading for the Prime Minister.

The King's Fund report into the state of NHS finances should serve as a wake-up call for ministers, administrators, and the general public alike.

One of the biggest and most popular beer festivals in the Black Country returns this year for its 40th anniversary.

A new Wolverhampton restaurant will have to wait another month for a decision on its premises licence.

Drivers are being warned of delays after emergency gas works led to a lane closure on Birmingham New Road.

Passengers were forced to flee a bus after it caught fire on a road in Brierley Hill, with thick smoke pouring from the vehicle as firefighters rushed to tackle the blaze.

Head injuries found on a businessman found lying in a Wolverhampton street were consistent with him having interaction with a motor vehicle than any other explanation, the inquest has found.

A drop in the number of passengers using buses across the West Midlands has sparked concerns from councillors.

A plan to convert a Shropshire family business unit into a house is set to test a council’s green belt policies.

The Department for Education (DfE) has announced a drop in consultation for residents concerned about the new free school at Reedswood Park.

Safety bosses believe extending 20mph limits will help stop reckless, speeding motorists ruining lives in the West Midlands.

A bid to open a new driving test centre in Wolverhampton has been approved.

The first 30 homes on the latest phase of a major £36 million development scheme in Birmingham have been completed ahead of schedule.

We have rounded up nine brilliant attractions in the West Midlands that are offering free entry on Mother's Day.

About 25 years ago, Wolverhampton was officially was granted city status by the late Queen Elizabeth II. Here's how the city's changed in that time.

Here are some of the best Mother's day events happening in the Black Country area this weekend, as well as special offerings from Merry Hill.

AI is helping West Midlands firms work more efficiently and unlock new opportunities for growth, according to latest findings from the Lloyds Business Barometer.

A South Staffordshire glamping site has been granted permission to hold up to eight large events a year despite residents’ concerns about noise and road safety.

Children’s services staff at Staffordshire County Council have been praised after a recent Ofsted inspection found “significant improvements”.

A woman who was found with heroin and crack cocaine at the address where she lived in Wednesbury has been ordered to do 200 hours of unpaid work.

A Dudley man will stand trial after pleading not guilty to affray.

Rightmove has revealed the most expensive street in the West Midlands - where the average asking price is over £2 million.

As part of new initiative by National Trust, screenings of beavers will be shown at Birmingham's Victoria Square this Saturday (March, 14).

A historic Walsall hospital building could be converted into 14 flats in the latest proposals.

The Cork-born actor fronted the award-winning series for almost a decade.

The Dublin-born actor plays the illegitimate son who was abandoned by Tommy Shelby.

An emergency services incident has forced trains to halt.

A man accused of murdering his partner in a fit of rage after allegedly abusing her throughout their relationship has denied he is a “violent bully”.

A man was arrested after leading officers on a pursuit through Dudley and driving on the wrong side of a carriageway.

Firefighters were called out after a bus caught fire in Brierley Hill this afternoon.

Two men have been arrested after a flick knife was seized in Birmingham.

Bikers will be joining a ride out in tribute to a "caring" father who "died doing what he loved".

For several years now, a Birmingham pub steeped in cultural history has remained vacant and a shell of its former self.

A sex offender who sent explicit images of himself to a 13-year-old girl and arranged to meet up with her has been jailed.

The opening dates for two new railway stations in the Black Country and three in south Birmingham have been announced - here’s when passengers can jump on board

Bus users have been warned of disruption to their regular journeys following an incident in Dudley.

A former cemetery office could be given a new lease of life when it goes under the hammer at auction later this month.

Leaders from three Black Country voluntary and community sector organisations met with Employment Minister Dame Diana Johnson to highlight how local partnerships are helping people overcome health and social barriers to work including through the Wor...

Two men have been jailed after another man was chased down and shot in Birmingham city centre.

Pickle was found too weak to stand and struggling to breath in the West Midlands - now the gorgeous tiny pony is winning hearts in Blackpool at a farm

A project trialling raised litter bins has significantly reduced fly-tipping in a hotspot location.

A Wolverhampton care home is marking a major milestone this month as it celebrates its 10-year anniversary.

Popular SUV now features a variety of redesigned exterior features.

The Midland Metropolitan University Hospital has opened a new cardiac catheter lab, which will reduce waiting times for patients undergoing cardiology procedures.

Four people have been arrested following a protest in Birmingham last night.

Police have arrested a 55-year-old man after an elderly man was robbed and attacked in Whitmore Reans.

Dave Robertson, MP for Lichfield, has accused Royal Mail of ‘lying’ and ‘pretending’ not to prioritise parcels over letters while claiming his constituency was ‘the worst area in the country’ at one point

The EV5 is the electric alternative to the brand’s best-selling Sportage SUV. Cameron Richards has driven it to find out more.

Patients and staff at Cannock Chase Hospital have welcomed the re-introduction of the ward trolley service which had to cease during the pandemic.

Sandwell Council has officially opened the newly upgraded Britannia Skate Park in Rowley Regis, following redevelopment works carried out by Maverick Skateparks. The reopening took place on Saturday (March 8), after the original launch date in Februa...

Union members have been on all-out strike for exactly a year in protest at plans to reform Birmingham’s refuse collection service

We asked our readers whether they would reconsider travelling to the likes of Cyprus and Dubai as the war in the Middle East rages on.

Poppy T. Perry, Donna David and Siren Knight have been selected by the GLL Literary Foundation as three of the 20 children’s authors across the UK to receive a bursary placement for 2026 worth up to £4,000 each.

Holidaymakers in Cyprus have revealed the current situation in the holiday hotspot after an Iranian drone hit the UK's RAF Akrotiri base on Sunday (1 March).

April at the Civic is packed with variety—from Children’s Easter events to ITV’s weatherman Des Coleman performing live, and plenty more to enjoy.

The new location for the iconic Walsall Leather Museum has finally been announced following weeks of speculation.

Hayes Green WI held their first meeting of spring on March 3 at Five Ways Inn.

Firefighters were called to a blaze involving multiple vehicles at a car garage in Walsall on Wednesday morning.

A Shropshire MP has voiced concerns about the threat posed to British forces by Iran's stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons.

A thrilling challenge for anyone with an adventurous spirit or a thirst for adrenaline has been issued by a Cannock-based charity searching for people to take part in a sponsored firewalk to fund urgently needed specialist equipment for disabled chil...

Meet the amazing NHS heroes who have a combined 7,000 years of service.

A stretch of the M54 in Shropshire is set to close overnight this week for essential road maintenance.

King Edward VI College in Stourbridge is inviting former students to play a special part in its 50th anniversary celebrations by contributing to a major creative showcase.

A voice from the Black Country has been printed as part of a landmark anthology by global working-class creatives.

Three more teenagers, including a 13 year-old, have been arrested this morning (Wednesday) over the murer of Zeshan Afzal outside a mosque in Smethwick

Residents living near a Smethwick street where a man was left seriously injured after being shot in the leg have spoken about their shock, but also about it being the latest in a set of violent incidents in the area.

Police want to speak to the man in this photo after a theft from a store in Brownhills

The new Seal 6 Touring brings long-distance prowess through its plug-in hybrid setup, but what else can it offer? Nigel Swan finds out.

Three intrepid teenage adventurers climbed Wales's tallest mountain in treacherous conditions to raise £2,500 for a cancer support charity - but that was just the start of their fundraising mission.

Wolves Foundation hosted a morning of music, joy and laughter at a celebration event for Molineux Memories.

A van has crashed into a tree at a Walsall cemetery narrowly missing gravestones and causing significant damage to the metal fence.

A man has been remanded in custody charged with attempted murder following a shooting in Wolverhampton last year.

An all-female run funeral provider, a Brierley Hill design agency and one of the UK’s theatrical gems were among the latest cohort to be named as Bostin’ Black Country businesses.

One lane is closed on the M6 in Staffordshire due to a broken down vehicle blocking the carriageway.

West Midlands Railways is operating under an amended timetable ahead of three football games taking place in the West Midlands.

Birmingham City Council’s bins boss has urged striking workers to ‘come back to work’ amid a grim milestone.

There is nothing quite like a jukebox musical to lift the spirits, and this week at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre Shaun Kitchener’s pop sensation musical “Here and Now”, which is peppered with songs from the hit pop group Steps, is just the t...

A main road through Smethwick was adorned with police tape after a man was shot in the leg in the early hours of the morning (March 11).

An understatement to say, a ‘fun’ afternoon was created by two ‘potty’ ladies Elaine and Julia, from Derby. This enthusiastic duo brought their quirky fun, to follow a delicious meal at Cannock & District Ladies Probus Club.

Dudley MP Sonia Kumar has joined the debate about the safety of town centre traders and shoppers

The VLE replaces the EQV electric MPV and sits on Mercedes’ new ‘VAN.EA’ platform.

Birmingham’s world-famous balti dish, invented in the 1970s, is bidding for UNESCO protected status after fears it’s under threat from ‘balti frauds’

The Stone Food & Drink Festival is turning 21 in 2026 – and to mark the occasion, organisers have unveiled brand new VIP tickets designed to take the festival experience to the next level.

Dudley MP Sonia Kumar has called on the council to drop its plan to reintroduce 'pop-up tips' in the north of the borough, and to instead negotiate a deal to use the tip in neighbouring Bilston

A British tourist has reportedly been arrested in Dubai after "filming Iranian missiles".

A former industrial building turned café in Wednesbury is to be given a new lease of life after being acquired by a local entrepreneur.

Overflowing bins, dumped mattresses and litter in the streets are among the sights that greet you as you walk down certain streets in Selly Oak.

A 27-year-old man from Birmingham has been charged with murder after a man died at Tamworth railway station.

There was plenty of sparkle, sweetness and smiling faces at a Kidderminster nursery as children rolled up their sleeves to create heartfelt surprises for a very special occasion, Mother’s Day.

Strong winds and heavy rain are on their way to the West Midlands wtih gusts of up to 48mph are forecasdt - here’s the latest update from the Met Office as weather warnings are extended