The CR-V might be a name which has been around for a little while, but is it still worth considering in 2025? Jack Evans finds out.

Liv Garfield will step down at the end of the year and hand over the helm to internal successor James Jesic.

Josh Newbury, the Labour MP for Cannock Chase, has successfully ‘graduated’ from a National Farmers’ Union scheme for Members of Parliament and has vowed to continue to champion farmers in Westminster. The ‘Food and Farming Fellowship Scheme�...

Cloud Accounting Support Services (CASS) is proud to announce that the team has been recognised as a double finalist at the prestigious 2025 The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers LUCA Awards, held on Monday 17 November at the QEII Centre in Westmins...

Helen Barnard, director of policy, research and impact at Trussell says the cruel two-child limit policy is punishing families and must be scrapped.

Children in Halesowen stand to gain more days of learning as Labour’s Education Secretary has set local schools an individual minimum attendance target – part of an urgent drive to restore absence to pre-pandemic levels.

Two members of staff at City of Wolverhampton College are celebrating after a regional association they are part of was recognised with a national award.

A lorry and a van have been involved in a crash on the M6 near the junction with the M5, and emergency service crews have attended.

A short detour off the A5 led me to a village far livelier and friendlier than I ever expected.

A busy gateway route into Wolverhampton city centre will finally reopen on Friday - 10 months after it closed for improvement works.

A subsidy to ‘secure’ the West Midlands bus network and stop services being cut has been given the green light.

A huge black hole in the budget for the West Midlands transport network has been mostly plugged.

A decision to open a new late-night off-licence in Bearwood is set to be made after several residents complained another new shop was turning its high street into a ‘health and safety risk'.

Cannock-based crystal and mindfulness shop Heavenly Treasures has celebrated its 10th anniversary.

A pensioner has become the oldest pupil at a Kingswinford driving school to pass her test - and at the first time of asking.

An employee who was run over by a wagon at the yard of Wolverhampton company Jack Moody Landscaping has described the horrific injuries he suffered during the industrial accident.

The murder trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court concerning the death of Walsall father Matthew Adams is drawing to a close.

A Bridgnorth barber has completed the 'trim of his career' after being asked to cut football legend Cristiano Ronaldo's hair.

The news that agency workers brought in to empty Birmingham’s bins have now voted to down tools themselves has triggered a furious response.

A Black Country MP says 'this government means business' when it comes to tackling the asylum crisis in Britain.

The sounds of live music are set to resonate around the ancient halls of Lichfield Cathedral as part of festive celebrations.

A town council has assured residents that a series of train statues removed this week will not be "melted down".

The item I really want for Christmas this year is the Regatta Frankie Borg Gilet.

Begin your New Year hair transformation sooner with Dr Vegan’s Hair Saviour supplement.

A West Midland MP accused the Government of 'taking the full English breakfast from the high street' in a debate on the future of town centres.

The community across Wolverhampton are being encouraged to come together to provide urgent humanitarian aid for people affected by Hurricane Melissa.

Major plans for 800 new homes in Albrighton will no longer be considered by councillors this month, it has been confirmed.

A developer has lodged outline proposals for almost 600 new homes on farmland in a "crammed" village near Wolverhampton resulting in calls for more time to consult with residents.

A group of pubs are calling on customers to help spread festive cheer by writing Christmas cards to those facing loneliness and isolation this Christmas.

Christmas is coming early at a Black Country church, which holds its festive fete at the weekend.

A Black Country theatre will be hosting three short plays for the price of one in a special production this weekend.

A contestant in the final of Miss UK this week dropped into a Smethwick based food bank to see the work they do.

A 'Santa Spruce Up' is set to take place in Wolverhampton city centre on Thursday December 11.

A man has admitted stealing thousands of pounds from elderly victims in Dudley and Wolverhampton.

A yoga teacher who survived the Southport attack is urging the public to start "a consumer-driven movement" to encourage manufacturers to switch to round-ended kitchen knives.

A Black Country law firm has launched a unique new business networking event which introduces guests to the growing game of padel.

Staffordshire’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner has spoken out after the Government announced the role will be axed in the coming years.

Digbeth could be forever changed if major plans to redevelop an entire city block are given the green light this week.

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Tributes have been paid to a former mayor of Bridgnorth and a Shropshire councillor who has died after a quarter-century of public service.

Police have objected to a plan to extend the opening hours of a restaurant and shisha lounge in Oldbury.

A group of high school pupils had an unforgettable day when they came face to face with the Princess of Wales.

Prepare for the party season with Smilie teeth whitening products and get 70% off.

A town council is preparing an "active community plan" to protect its services following "the likely fallout from Shropshire council's ongoing financial situation".

More than a third of people experienced a problem with their most recent parcel delivery across a market that is “broken”, Citizens Advice has said.

An investigation has been launched after a teenage boy was robbed in Dudley.

M&S Merry Hill has revealed its transformed womenswear, kidswear and beauty offers as part of its ongoing extension and renewal works.

A man was arrested and drugs and an offensive weapon seized after police stopped and searched a suspected stolen car.

An appeal for information has been launched after a man was found lying in the road in Birmingham.

Award-winning visitor attraction Black Country Living Museum is set to serve yet another of the region’s most iconic brews at its two historic pubs.

N E Fasteners and it’s online arm Screwshop.co.uk – the home of own brands Rhino and Turboqwik screws, are proud to be celebrating their milestone in the trade.

A new state-of-the-art swimming centre where youngsters can learn to swim has been opened in Staffordshire.

The Coca-Cola Christmas Truck embarks on a 15th anniversary tour across the UK this year - but will it stop near you?

A fresh appeal has been launched to ask for help finding a suspect in a murder case as a man was arrested in connection with the incident.

Stafford and Cannock League of Hospital Friends attended the Christmas market held at The Haling Dene in Penkridge on Saturday 15th November 2025.

Leading new homes provider Bromford is celebrating a successful partnership with Tilia Homes, part of the untypical group, after the final set of keys was handed over for the Shared Ownership homes at a development in Telford. 

The Mayor of Wolverhampton is inviting people to kick off the festive season in style with a special Charity Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop on Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 7pm.

Half of people in the West Midlands do not feel safe using roads in the region – and believe that roads have become more dangerous over the past year, new research has revealed.

Last month, West Midlands Hospital had the pleasure of hosting two distinguished surgeons from Hungary: Dr. Csaba Gombar and Dr. Gellert Sohar, both from the University Hospital in Szeged.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences in Birmingham as part of a pre-planned operation by police.

A distinctive new development of flexible business units in Staffordshire is being brought to market by commercial property consultancy Burley Browne.

Technical issues at Cloudflare have sparked concerns about another mass-online outage as users left unable to access multiple websites today (November 18).

Lichfield District Council has revealed exciting plans for the creation of a new Linear Park – a wide, landscaped green avenue that will transform the approach from Lichfield City Station into the heart of the city.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at a Lichfield housing development, where a family-friendly festive event is set to spread seasonal cheer.

Helen Thursfield had come along to give us a demonstration on arrangements for Christmas.

A lively Birmingham neighbourhood is set to welcome a new pizzeria called Dough & Fire that promises a true taste of Italy with authentic Neapolitan pizzas

Struggling with parking? These clever bits of technology can take some of the stress away.

LCP UK, part of M Core, has welcomed Coffee At The Wood, a brand-new independent café, to Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre.

People who want to improve their maths skills can study from home by signing up to an online course being run by City of Wolverhampton College.

A leading Midlands law firm is giving disabled people expert advice to get on the property ladder.

The Mayor of Wolverhampton has expressed his heartfelt thanks to two local organisations for their recent fundraising efforts in support of the Mayor’s Charitable Fund.

New electric model brings a range of up to 329 miles.

Leading hygiene and catering products distributor Sybron has taken over a rival to boost its presence in Stafford.

Emergency water works will result in a temporary lane closure on a main road between Willenhall and Wolverhampton.

Every year, smartphone makers promise to reinvent how we work. Most deliver a faster processor, a better camera, and a few new tricks – but the reality for small business owners rarely changes much. The Google Pixel 10 Pro, offered through Vodafone...

A yellow weather warning for icy conditions is set to be in place over the West Midlands tomorrow as an 'Arctic flow' strikes the UK.

A winter essential for less – Regatta’s cosy neck gaiter is now just £5 for members in an early Black Friday deal.

A man was set to appear in court this morning (Tuesday) accused of stealing thousands of pounds from elderly victims in Dudley and Wolverhampton.

The family of a man who died after an accident in South Staffordshire have paid tribute to him.

The University of Wolverhampton has been awarded a top accolade at the prestigious Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards 2025,

Walsall residents are being asked to check their medicine cabinets and return any unused or expired antibiotics to their local pharmacy as part of an amnesty for safe disposal.

Birmingham Health, Safety and Environment Association (BHSEA) is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a Gold Award at this year’s Safety Groups UK (SGUK) Awards, in recognition of the outstanding work of its Training Committee.

West Midlands Safari Park is set to bring extra Christmas magic this year with the return of its popular Santa Safari and several new festive attractions.

‘Turn left’ I heard. I was in a supermarket and concentrating on my shopping. I did not want distractions. I was in a hurry.

An Oldbury dental practice has improved and met all requirements after a follow up inspection by a government body

Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce has acquired a West Midlands training company for an undisclosed fee – underlining its ambitions for growth.

Two people have been arrested after a stolen car was spotted in Lichfield 40 miles from where it was snatched.

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHFT), the lead provider of mental health, learning disability and autism services across the Black Country, is proud to present (Un)spoken Word: Poetry for the Soul at this year’s Wolverhampton Liter...

Students at Aldersley High School pedalled their way to France on Friday, completing a massive virtual cycle challenge from Wolverhampton all the way to Parc des Princes, the home of Paris Saint-Germain.

Camping and holiday parks in the West Midlands are urging the government to show support for their sector in November's Budget.

As flu cases begin to rise across the region, Walsall Council Public Health is urging everyone who is eligible to come forward for their flu vaccination as soon as possible.

On Wednesday, November 12, Wolgarston High School in Staffordshire held its annual Enterprise Day event.

Fire, police and ambulance crews rushed to the scene of a three-car collision.

Motorists travelling on the M6 are facing 45-minute delays due to over running overnight roadworks in Staffordshire and Walsall.

Mokka GSE packs a potent 276bhp motor and engineering tweaks. Is it the performance halo model Vauxhall promises? James Batchelor finds out.

A Staffordshire man has denied repeatedly raping a woman, shooting her with an air rifle and smashing a glass over her head.

A Shropshire barber is offering haircuts for as little as £1 to spread a bit of Christmas cheer this year.

Tickets for a popular Santa's grotto in Shropshire have gone on sale.

One of the UK’s leading manufacturers of sustainable steel reinforcement and building products has outlined a three-year growth plan to make the most of the infrastructure boom in the UK.