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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
West Midlands Police uncover a sinister murder-for-hire plot as a Birmingham man is sentenced to life for conspiring to kill his ex-wife in the United States.
West Midlands Police release dramatic CCTV footage and appeal for information after a violent attack leaves a man with serious injuries in Birmingham city centre. Detectives are searching for three suspects.
A brutal organised crime gang has been sentenced for their vile puppy ear cropping operation in the West Midlands. Discover the shocking details of the case that has horrified the nation.
A pub landlady in Brierley Hill recounts the terrifying moment a woman tried to snatch her newborn son from her arms, forcing her to barricade herself in and call 999.
Vandals have sparked outrage after daubing graffiti over St George's Cross flags in Birmingham, in what locals are calling a 'mindless' act of disrespect.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across London and the West Midlands, with potential travel disruptions and flooding risks.
West Midlands Police release CCTV footage of a violent attack in Manchester, urging the public to help identify the suspect involved in the disturbing incident.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson accuses the Conservatives of failing the West Midlands amid a growing row over the region's mayor.
Dozens of passengers faced delays at Birmingham Airport after a flight from Amsterdam made an emergency landing due to a medical incident, requiring urgent assistance from West Midlands Ambulance Service.
Birmingham Airport was evacuated following the discovery of a suspicious package, causing significant flight disruptions and emergency response deployment.
West Midlands Police are conducting a large-scale manhunt in Birmingham after a dangerous prisoner escaped custody. Residents urged to stay vigilant.
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper accuses the Home Office of failing to address rising crime rates in West Midlands and Greater Manchester, calling for urgent reforms.
A student journalist claims West Midlands Police attempted to silence her after she reported on the force's handling of a misconduct case. The university and press freedom advocates have condemned the actions.
Police in Coventry recover high-value stolen vehicles, including a Jaguar and Volkswagen, in a targeted operation highlighting rising car thefts in the region.
A controversial mural of ex-England boss Sam Allardyce in Dudley has divided locals, with some branding it 'disgraceful' while others defend it as a tribute to football history.
A new mural of football manager Sam Allardyce in Dudley has divided locals, with some praising the artwork while others question its relevance.
Former England manager Sam Allardyce has been honoured with a quirky mural in Dudley – while tucking into his favourite takeaway. Discover the story behind this hilarious tribute to British football culture.
Ex-England boss Sam Allardyce was seen in Dudley, West Midlands, fueling rumours about his next career move after leaving West Bromwich Albion.
A joint initiative by Crimestoppers and West Midlands Police aims to combat drug-related offences in the region, urging the public to report suspicious activities anonymously.
Hospitals across the Midlands, South West, and North West are struggling with severe overcrowding, as NHS faces mounting pressure amid rising patient numbers and staff shortages.
A reckless BMW driver has been sentenced to prison after leading police on a dangerous high-speed pursuit through Birmingham, endangering lives and causing chaos.
A major UK retailer in the West Midlands has been targeted by hackers, raising concerns over customer data security. Here's what we know so far.
Three men have been arrested in early morning raids by counter-terrorism officers in London and the West Midlands. The suspects, aged 29, 26, and 24, are being held under the Terrorism Act.
A major police operation targeting organised crime has led to the seizure of £1.2 million in cash and 12 arrests across Birmingham, Walsall, and Manchester.