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Martinez Red Card Controversy Mars Aston Villa Victory Over Wolves
Aston Villa's dramatic 2-1 victory over Wolves was overshadowed by major VAR controversy involving Emiliano Martinez and a heated return for Jack Grealish at Villa Park.
Alleged Racist Rape of Sikh Woman Shocks West Midlands
MPs express horror as a Sikh woman is reportedly raped in a suspected hate crime in Oldbury, West Midlands. Police investigate the racially-aggravated attack that has sent shockwaves through the community.
Police Hunt Attacker After Tame Road Rape in Oldbury
West Midlands Police have launched a major investigation following a serious sexual assault on Tame Road, Oldbury. Detectives are urgently appealing for witnesses and information.
Police apologise for removing Sikh man's turban in custody
West Midlands Police has issued a formal apology after CCTV footage showed officers removing a Sikh man's turban in a custody suite in Oldbury, sparking outrage from community leaders.
Grand Designs Plot with Planning Permission for Sale
A rare opportunity to build a spectacular Grand Designs-inspired home has emerged in the West Midlands. This plot in Kinver, South Staffordshire, comes with full planning permission for a cutting-edge, four-bedroom property with breathtaking countryside v
Riot Police Deploy as Birmingham Erupts After England Defeat
Chaos unfolded in Birmingham city centre as riot police clashed with violent crowds following England's Euro 2024 final loss to Spain. Shocking scenes of smashed windows, vandalised buses, and street brawls captured on video.
40 Arrested in Major County Lines Drug Gang Crackdown
Derbyshire, West Midlands, and West Yorkshire police forces execute coordinated dawn raids, arresting 40 suspects and seizing drugs, weapons, and cash in a major blow to organised crime networks exploiting vulnerable individuals.
Dog Walker Seriously Injured in Wolverhampton Park Attack
A dog walker was left with life-changing injuries after being brutally attacked by a gang of youths in a Wolverhampton park. West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses.
Teacher avoids ban after drink-driving conviction
A primary school teacher from the West Midlands avoided a driving ban after being caught drink-driving, with the court accepting her 'exceptional hardship' plea to keep her job.
Mum mistaken for daughter's sister in viral mix-up
A 42-year-old mother reveals how strangers constantly mistake her for her 21-year-old daughter's sister in a viral TikTok that's left viewers stunned by their uncanny resemblance.
Football thug arrested after violent police attack at Villa Park
Violence erupts outside Villa Park as a football thug is apprehended for a brutal assault on police officers following the Aston Villa vs Legia Warsaw Europa Conference League clash. Full details on the arrest and the heightened police investigation.
Pastor's protest stops Black History mural removal
A West Midlands pastor's peaceful protest against the removal of a Black History Month mural has ignited a fierce debate on racial equality, community values, and local council decision-making in the UK.
Stalker's terrifying 70mph motorway rampage attempt
Exclusive: A brave mother reveals her nightmare as her obsessed stalker used his car as a weapon in a chilling 70mph motorway pursuit, leading to a landmark legal sentence.
Birmingham Islamic Centre Vandalised in Hate Crime Attack
West Midlands Police launch investigation after a Birmingham Islamic centre was defaced with a St George's Cross and offensive graffiti, in an incident condemned by community leaders.
Nazi-obsessed schoolboy jailed over school attack plot
A 15-year-old neo-Nazi fanatic from the West Midlands has been sentenced to custody after amassing a terrifying arsenal of weapons, including crossbows and machetes, for a planned attack on his school.
Cadbury World: 30 Years of Chocolate & Royal Visits
Discover how Cadbury World in Birmingham became a beloved UK attraction, celebrating over three decades of chocolate history, royal visits, and family fun. Explore its magical evolution.
Three Men Charged in West Bromwich Child Abduction
West Midlands Police charge three men with kidnap and false imprisonment after an 11-year-old boy was abducted in West Bromwich. The suspects remain in custody awaiting a court appearance.
Graham Potter in Advanced Talks for West Ham Return
West Ham United are in advanced negotiations with Graham Potter to make a sensational return as manager, replacing David Moyes. Exclusive details on the deal.
Wales sees first population dip in 170 years, ONS reveals
Exclusive ONS data reveals Wales's population fell for the first time since the 1850s, while England's West Midlands became the fastest-growing region outside London, signalling a major post-pandemic demographic shift.
Neighbour's cruel laugh at simple request sparks vile parking row
A UK mother's polite request to a neighbour about parking erupted into a shocking torrent of abuse, threats, and cruel laughter, captured on a viral doorbell camera. The distressing incident highlights the intense pressures of modern neighbour disputes.
Police Hunt Knifeman After Birmingham Sexual Assault
West Midlands Police launch urgent manhunt for a knifeman who sexually assaulted a woman in a Birmingham alleyway. CCTV image released as public warned to stay vigilant.
GMB Union launches major recruitment drive in England
The GMB union announces a significant expansion effort, targeting 50,000 new members in the West Midlands and North East England to bolster worker representation in key industrial sectors.
Yvette Cooper Evacuated in Hotel Security Alert
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper was swiftly evacuated from a Holiday Inn in Castle Bromwich after a suspicious vehicle triggered a major security scare, involving a controlled explosion by bomb squad officers.
Blind man's home firebombed in vile disability hate crime
A blind man was targeted in a horrific firebomb attack on his home in Walsall after flying England flags. The assailant, feared to be armed with acid, screamed hate-filled threats in a shocking case of disability hate crime.
Fit father, 37, dies from undiagnosed heart condition
The family of Matt Greasley, a seemingly healthy 37-year-old from the West Midlands, are left devastated after he suffered a fatal cardiac arrest caused by an undiagnosed heart condition. They now urge others to learn the warning signs they never saw.
Urgent Hunt For One-Eyed Rape Suspect - Do Not Approach
An urgent manhunt is underway for a one-eyed suspect, Terence Papworth, after a teenage girl was raped in a park. Police warn the public not to approach him and to call 999 immediately.
Mass knife brawl erupts on Birmingham street
Dramatic footage captures a violent street brawl involving a large group of men, some armed with knives and weapons, on a residential street in Birmingham. Police are investigating the disturbing incident which has left the local community in shock.
Cancer Dad Murdered in Drive-By Shooting Outside Takeaway
A devoted father battling terminal lung cancer was brutally gunned down in a drive-by shooting outside a pizza takeaway in West Bromwich, leaving his family shattered and a community in mourning.
Shropshire's £312m NHS Hospital Rebuild In Crisis
A critical £312 million NHS hospital transformation in Shropshire faces collapse after government housing targets were dramatically reduced, threatening a decade of planning and leaving health services in crisis.