West Midlands Police are looking to speak to a man following a burglary in Walsall - do you recognise him?

Staffordshire-based PJD Mechanical Engineering, part of engineering group and parent company, Ropsley Ltd, proudly announces the acquisition of the business and assets of Unit Engineers and Constructors Limited (UEC) from UnitBirwelco Limited

Alex Ballinger, Labour's MP for Halesowen, has welcomed major new policing reforms announced by the Home Secretary, saying they will help tackle rising crime, speed up police response times and rebuild neighbourhood policing.

Local Staffordshire fine artist Victoria Heath has created a unique and thought provoking interpretation of The Stations of the Cross in the form of 15 large oil paintings to be on public display from February 18 at Holy Trinity Parish Church in Eccl...

The largest gathering of entrepreneurs and innovators from across the region is set to take place in the Black Country for the first time.

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

There has been a road collision in Bilston on Wednesday morning with motorists warned of major delays on an A road

Wolves Former Players’ Association have made another donation to support the incredible work delivered by Compton Care, this time to support the catering department who have revolutionised the menu for patients at the facility.

Ash Grange Care Home in Bloxwich, Walsall, West Midlands, is welcoming the local community to its weekly coffee mornings, held every Wednesday from 11am to 2pm.

An iconic house music DJ will be making his Stafford debut on Saturday, February 14, after playing at world famous venues such as Ministry of Sound, Warehouse Project, Pacha, Amnesia & Hi Ibiza.

Students from across Birmingham played a central role in a powerful national commemoration this week, as young people from CORE Education Trust schools took part in Echo Eternal 2026, marking the 80th anniversary of the Windermere Children on the eve...

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning covering the West Midlands on Wednesday morning- full details here

More police officers and specialised units will be patrolling Dudley today (Wednesday) - full details here

One lane is closed on the A38 southbound in Staffordshire due to a carriageway defect.

A new survey has ranked the UK's top 50 most romantic cities - and Wolverhampton is included. Find out how it compares to other cities on the list and what locals think about love in our beautiful Black Country city

Black and ethnic minority people are still more likely to be stopped and searched by West Midlands Police, a new report has found.

This collection of photographs offers a glimpse in and around our town as it was more than half a century ago.

A "one-man Wolverhampton crime wave" who threatened shop staff with knives and machetes has once more had his sentence adjourned.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been urged to take action on the Birmingham bins strike by more than 30 MPs.

Dudley Council is set to scrap parking charges in its car parks - here's the latest on when the changes are due to come in

A Black Country MP says she will be 'seeking further clarity' about the closure of a live music venue which closed suddenly following a dispute between the licensee and a pub company.

Birmingham’s striking bin workers and their supporters have called for negotiations to resume amid pledges to ‘stay out for as long as it takes’.

Following a tumultuous 2025, the Severn Valley Railway is to welcome back families for its 2026 season next month.

Journey back through the years with our Newport photo gallery.

The parents of a teenager killed in a Shropshire horror crash have welcomed Northern Ireland's move to bring in graduated licences for new drivers.

From energy bills that leave pensioners out of pocket to soaring water charges, and the call for reliable funding for local hospices - these are some of the topics in today’s letters.

A specialist board has been set up to tackle a worrying rise in tuberculosis (TB) cases in Birmingham.

A war memorial has been built in South Shropshire to remember five pilots who lost their lives when their Wellington bomber crashed during a military exercise more than 80 years ago.

South Staffordshire residents are set to see the tax they pay for district council services go up by around £5 a year from April.

The trial of a woman accused of killing her baby in West Bromwich has heard that bizarre trauma injuries happening in the home were a rare occurrence.

Two men who were in a car which was stopped in Wolverhampton as part of a police operation have been jailed

Staffordshire County Council’s acting leader has hit back at claims there has not been enough scrutiny of Reform UK’s first budget at the authority - here's why

Ofsted nspectors say there has been a ‘significant improvement’ in the way Staffordshire County Council responds to concerns over vulnerable children after it was rated as 'requires improvement' previously.

An MP is urging people to put down their tablets and smartphones to spend 10 minutes a day reading.

A roundabout on the rabbit run will be closed overnight for a week next month for resurfacing.

The Government's package of measures to support the beleaguered pub trade have been met with a lukewarm response from the Campaign for Real Ale (Camra).

The jury in the trial of a couple accused of murdering a baby in Staffordshire has been told they sent acrimonious messages to each other.

A council in the West Midlands has been ordered to discolose documents relating to a historic child sex abuse review

Tucked away on the banks of the River Severn, Alveley is a village that quietly gets on with things — and residents would not have it any other way.

The Grenadier made a big impact when it was launched, but initial criticism has been addressed with this new, sharper version. Jack Evans tries it out

The decline in the mental health of children and young people is “one of the biggest challenges of our time”, leading charities have warned.

The Government must recognise neurodegenerative conditions among footballers as industrial disease, campaigner Dawn Astle has said.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of an 84-year-old woman in a village near Whitchurch.

Two weapons seized by police during a raid in Tipton were found to be BB guns.

Bantock House's Tea Rooms has launched a half-term promotion that is perfect for young visitors hungry for a tasty deal.

Delays of around 30 minutes have been reported on the M42 near Birmingham Airport following a crash between three vehicles.

One lane of the A38 south near Lichfield remains closed due to carriageway defects.

Family-run Hills Coaches of Wolverhampton has been acquired by FirstGroup in a move that aims to protect the legacy of the long-running firm.

Police are seeking witnesses after an elderly woman was left with serious injuries after being struck by a car.

A man from Birmingham has been put behind bars after attempting to attack another man with a chainsaw during a heated dispute.

Watch UK Scrabble champion Natalie Zolty from the West Midlands discuss how she got into playing the game competitively.

The first of two machines which will dig HS2’s tunnel to Euston has been launched, despite uncertainty over the development of the central London station.

West Midlands police and crime commissioner Simon Foster today (Tuesday) issued a robust defence of his handling of the Maccabi Tel Aviv controversy.

A multi-million pound package of support has been announced to help to lift spirits at pubs but the offering is "actually an insult to hard-working publicans" - that’s the message from one Dudley landlord who has described the last 12 months as his...

Got a larger family and need extra space for child seats? There are some great options available on the new car market.

A Cannock based charity which has stores selling brand new stock around the UK, has been shortlisted as a finalist for a prestigious retail award for an initiative which saw items of school uniforms sold for just £1.

The after effects of Storm Chandra are being felt across the region as a number of flood warnings and alerts have remained in place.

The Met Office is warning of a risk of ice after Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the region.

West Midlands Police’s new acting chief said he is focused on repairing the damage the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan banning row has caused to the Jewish community.

Bin strike protesters in Birmingham have threatened a 'council tax strike' at a rally today (Tuesday)

Tributes have been paid to an "amazing" woman who died following a tragic fire in a Shropshire town centre.

West Midlands Police has charged a man with more than a dozen shop thefts across Birmingham and Sandwell.

Towler Shaw Roberts has successfully been involved in completing a trio of commercial warehouse lettings at Bilston Industrial Estate alongside joint agents Fisher German.

Black Country-based pub company Marston’s has launched a refreshed, bespoke training 'journey' designed to set new pub partners up for success from their first day in business.

A cocaine dealer has been put behind bars for more than two years after being found in a car with more than £1,000 worth of drugs.

On Sunday, January 25, the Jarualda Quartet, comprising four inspiring soloists, came together to provide us with a memorable concert, writes Diana Corlett.

For avid Pokémon fan Dylan Jeffs from Cradley Heath, the trading card game has been more than a hobby - it's been a source of comfort during his cancer treatment at Birmingham Children’s Hospital (BCH).

A police joint operation saw 2,000 illegal cigarettes seized from stores in Walsall.

I cannot believe it! They are moving in. They are all dressed up for the occasion too. I suppose it is smart to them, but I expected something a bit better and exciting for the first inhabitants.

A total of 1,001 drivers were surveyed by Tempcover on vehicle ownership and how long they keep hold of their cars.

A serving West Midlands Police officer has pleaded not guilty to assaulting a woman while dealing with a domestic dispute.

The artists and makers are back in the Mander Centre for their Imbolc Handmade Event!

The Renault Duster features a premium-feeling interior and more cabin space compared to the Dacia variant.

A man was arrested after police were called to reports of erratic behaviour near a petrol station.

Labour backbenchers, including Alex Ballinger MP for Halesowen, are signalling their support for an Australia-style social media ban for under 16s.

The Acting Chief Constable of West Midlands Police apologies as the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban row is discussed at the Accountability and Governance Board meeting at Lloyd House today (Tuesday)

The electric SUV features high-efficiency photovoltaic panels on its roof, bonnet and tailgate.

An appeal has been launched to find a missing Walsall boy.

It was a busy weekend for members of a specialist police team as arrests were made and drugs and a knife seized.

Residents across the region have been warned of the possibility of disruption throughout the day as Storm Chandra makes an impact.

Goldsmith Primary Academy in Walsall, part of the Windsor Academy Trust family, is celebrating a landmark achievement after being recognised as one of only two primary schools in the country to be awarded three ‘Exceptional’ grades under Ofsted�...

Award-winning homebuilder Spitfire Homes has reported a record year in 2025, achieving 70% growth with 303 homes completed as part of the brand’s continued expansion across the Midlands region.

Libby Macdonald, a 21-year-old student from Wolverhampton, is set to complete her final year at university before taking on a 315-mile cycling challenge from London to Paris in July, following in her dad’s footsteps.

Pubs are expected to receive around £100 million a year until 2029 through additional financial support.

Shropshire-based Royal Warrant awarded brand Heaven Skincare has introduced a trailblazing unlimited leave initiative to help staff suffering from hormonal changes and imbalances.

A large Victorian house in Wolverhampton with potential for conversion into flats is set to go under the hammer at Bond Wolfe’s next property auction.

Long-awaited demolition work in Willenhall has finally started.

Chief executives from two of the West Midlands hospices that received government funding have shared their gratitude for the cash injection, but insist more needs to be done to support their organisations.

A new Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime is heading to a town centre in Dudley later this month.

It's set to be another bumper weekend of fun and music as a popular festival returns to Wolverhampton.

West Midlands Police’s response to emergency calls the force receives has improved, data has revealed.

The judge in the trial of a mother accused of killing her baby girl in West Bromwich was left apologising to jurors after she failed to arrive three days in a row.

People power will be having a say in the controversy over the removal of grit bins from Dudley borough streets.

Independent retailer and manufacturer of kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms Avanti is celebrating a boost in revenues and new investment plans as it marks 45 years in business.

A former Chinese Restaurant in Aldridge will become a children’s nursery after a refusal was overturned by a government inspector.

Tensions between Birmingham City Council and Unite the union continue to rumble on after the bins strike costs were laid bare in a report.

From taxes to rubbish to parenting, readers share their frustrations and fears across the Midlands.

Staffordshire based JCB has secured a massive deal to supply the United States armed forces with more than 500 machines in a deal worth up to $205 million.

Black Country based investment outfit LGPS Central has confirmed the appointment of Paddy Dowdall as investment director for local investment to strengthen its private markets leadership team at a pivotal time.