In Solihull, 50 schools urge parents to delay smartphone purchases for kids West Midlands Schools Ban Phones as Parents Express Gratitude Solihull: A group of schools in West Midlands is asking parents to hold off on buying smartphones for their kids. They believe this will help improve mental health and focus in students. Fifty schools,…
Claire Howard from Solihull shares her journey of 13 trips abroad after a pay cut, embracing budget travel and newfound freedom. Teacher Enjoys 13 Budget-Friendly Trips After Taking Pay Cut Solihull: A teacher has found a way to travel a lot. Claire Howard, a West Midlands teacher, took a pay cut but still enjoyed 13…
Police arrested three individuals for serious violence in Coventry during a day-long operation targeting crime hotspots. Three Arrested for Serious Violence During Coventry Crackdown Coventry: Police had a busy day cracking down on crime. They made several arrests across the city, focusing on areas like Earlsdon and Foleshill. Officers from the North East SNT arrested…
Aldi is adding InPost lockers to 16 stores in the West Midlands, enhancing convenience for customers collecting and returning parcels. Aldi Makes Huge Change to 16 Midlands Stores with New Lockers West Midlands: Aldi is making a big change at 16 stores. They’re adding InPost lockers outside these locations. This new service makes it easier…
An interactive map reveals every Birmingham city centre street with weapon incidents, highlighting safety concerns and police activity. Mapped: Every Birmingham City Centre Street with Knife, Gun, and Weapon Incidents Birmingham: A new map shows where people were caught with weapons in the city centre. It highlights spots where police reported knife, gun, or weapon…
Drivers can now report dangerous driving by submitting dashcam or CCTV footage to police Motorists Can Now Help Catch Dangerous Drivers by Reporting Reckless Behavior Birmingham: Dangerous driving can really frustrate motorists. Speeding, running red lights, and tailgating are just a few examples. It’s not just annoying; it can be dangerous too. Now, there’s a…
A roundup of criminals sentenced in January 2025 from the West Midlands Jailed in January 2025: Grindr Robbery Gang and Deathtrap Car Dealer Birmingham: A roundup of criminals sentenced in January 2025 highlights serious offenses. This includes a gang that robbed gay men on Grindr and a crooked car dealer selling dangerous vehicles. One notable…
Coventry sees a drop in knife crime, but shoplifting rises significantly Crime Falls in Coventry as West Midlands Police Says We Are All Safer Coventry: Recent stats show knife crime is down in Coventry and the West Midlands. It dropped by six percent, totaling 4,930 offenses by September 2024, according to the Office for National…
A drug dealer caught with £4,000 of cannabis for friends avoids jail time Midlands Drug Dealer with £4k Cannabis Stash for Friends Walks Free Cradley Heath: A drug dealer was caught with a £4,000 cannabis stash. Owen Barnett, 40, claimed he only wanted to supply friends and family. Police found the drugs at his home…
VisitBritain launches a campaign to showcase West Midlands filming locations to attract tourists Filmed in Birmingham – Hollywood Blockbusters That Feel Familiar Birmingham: The West Midlands is getting some Hollywood love. A new campaign by VisitBritain will highlight local filming spots. It’s called ‘Starring GREAT Britain.’ This campaign will target tourists from the USA, Australia,…
Birmingham courts have sentenced several fraudsters for stealing from victims Think Twice Before Trusting Deceptive Birmingham Crooks With Your Money Birmingham: Recently, Birmingham Crown Court dealt with some serious fraud cases. Several criminals were sentenced for tricking people out of their money. These cases show how deception can ruin lives and trust. One of the…
A jury hears how a violent family brawl led to a fatal stabbing Uncle Threatened Nephew Before Fatal Stabbing, Court Hears Dudley: A court heard about a tragic incident involving a family fight. An uncle allegedly threatened his nephew just before being stabbed. The uncle, Mohammed Khan, reportedly said, “you’re going to die today.” This…
A Birmingham teen was sentenced for possessing and distributing Islamic State materials, promoting terrorism from his home. Birmingham Teen Jailed for Possessing Islamic State Material at Home Birmingham: A teenager named Shaan Farooq was convicted for having and sharing terrorism material. Police searched his home in Saltley on July 11, 2022. They found a phone,…
West Midlands Police seeks to revoke the Fox and Goose’s licence after a woman was knocked unconscious by a bouncer, raising safety concerns. Fox and Goose in West Bromwich Faces Licence Loss After Bouncer Incident West Bromwich: A pub might lose its licence again. A woman was knocked unconscious by a bouncer at the Fox…
Anochrome Ltd plans to stop using cyanide processes after a toxic spill in Walsall’s canal network last year Company to Eliminate Cyanide-Based Processes After Toxic Canal Spill Walsall: Anochrome Ltd is making big changes. They want to stop using cyanide-based processes. This comes after a toxic spill last year in the canal. Last week, Anochrome…
A group tried to break into a Dudley shop but fled without stealing anything. Police are investigating the incident. Thieves Attempt Ram Raid on Dudley Shop but Leave Empty-Handed Dudley: Some would-be thieves tried to ram raid a store early in the morning. They forced their way into a shop on The Straits, Lower Gornal.…
A woman in her 60s is in critical condition after a Birmingham house fire. Another woman suffered smoke inhalation and was also hospitalized. Police Provide Update on Birmingham House Fire Leaving Woman in Critical Condition Birmingham: A woman is fighting for her life after a house fire. This incident happened on Tuesday, January 28, just…
A nephew allegedly stabbed his uncle during a family feud, leading to a murder trial. The incident occurred in Dudley, raising serious legal questions. Nephew Stabs Bully Uncle to Death Amid Family Feud, Trial Reveals Dudley: A nephew allegedly stabbed his uncle during a family feud. The trial revealed that Mohammed Osman Khan confronted his…
Knife crime in the West Midlands has decreased by six percent, with police reporting a safer community overall despite rising shoplifting. West Midlands Police Claims Knife Crime Drop Makes Us All Safer West Midlands: Knife crime has dropped in the area. New figures show a six percent decrease, totaling 4,930 offences last year. This data…
Dudley Council’s decision to end commercial waste collection sparks outrage among local businesses and charities. Row Erupts as West Midlands Businesses Face Scrapping of Waste Collection Service Dudley: A big argument has started after Dudley Council announced it will stop its commercial waste collection service. Starting in April, businesses will need to hire private companies…
