College football player arrested for stabbing teammates
A University of Alabama at Birmingham football player faces attempted murder charges after allegedly stabbing two teammates hours before Saturday's game. Both victims are in stable condition.
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Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans revealed
Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a revolutionary 62,000-capacity stadium, the 'Powerhouse', set to open by 2030. A £3bn project set to transform the city's skyline and become a global beacon for sport and entertainment.
Baby loses tongue after drinking drain cleaner
A 13-month-old Birmingham baby suffered a heart attack and lost his tongue after mistaking caustic soda for milk. His family is now fundraising for life-changing surgery.
UK Snow Alert: -10C Temperatures and Blizzards Forecast
Britain faces its first major cold snap with temperatures plummeting to -10C and snow blizzards reaching as far south as Birmingham. Amber Cold-Health Alert issued for vulnerable residents.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strikes are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
Gary Numan's brother John dies suddenly aged 60
Electro-pop legend Gary Numan announces the sudden death of his brother John, aged 60, hours after an emotional breakdown on stage in Birmingham. Our thoughts are with the family.
Birmingham bin strikes escalate as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strikes are set to intensify as agency workers vote to join picket lines from 1 December. The dispute over pay and jobs could now extend beyond May's local elections.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency staff
Birmingham's bin strike intensifies as agency workers vote to join the picket lines from December 1, with Unite warning the dispute could last beyond May's local elections.
Gary Numan halts Birmingham gig after 'worst news'
Music icon Gary Numan left fans worried after breaking down on stage in Birmingham. His wife rushed to comfort him as he revealed receiving 'the worst news'. Read the full story.
Villa beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 4-0 amid protests
Aston Villa secured a dramatic 4-0 victory against Maccabi Tel Aviv in a European night overshadowed by pro-Palestine protests and heightened security at Villa Park.
Police clash with protesters at Israeli-linked Birmingham factory
West Midlands Police confronted demonstrators during tense Birmingham protests targeting an Israeli defence contractor factory. Latest updates on arrests and community tensions.
Villa vs Tottenham abandoned after power failure
Chaos erupted at Villa Park as the Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Tottenham was dramatically abandoned due to a catastrophic power failure, leaving thousands of fans in darkness and confusion.
Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future
The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.
Benson Boone Cancels UK Tour: London & Birmingham Shows Axed
Rising pop sensation Benson Boone has unexpectedly cancelled his entire UK tour, including scheduled performances in London and Birmingham, citing unforeseen circumstances.
Benson Boone cancels Birmingham show due to allergic reaction
Rising pop sensation Benson Boone was forced to cancel his Birmingham concert halfway through after suffering a severe allergic reaction, leaving fans concerned but supportive.
Birmingham bus firework attack: Nine arrested
Disturbing video captures the moment a packed Birmingham bus was deliberately targeted with fireworks in a reckless attack that endangered passengers. West Midlands Police confirm nine arrests following the terrifying incident.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Barriers Review: Birmingham Rep's Gripping Social Drama
Birmingham Rep's powerful new production 'Barriers' delivers a raw, thought-provoking examination of contemporary British society, exploring the invisible walls that separate us through compelling storytelling and innovative staging.
Birmingham German Market drops German signs in accessibility move
Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market faces backlash after displaying English-only signs, raising questions about authenticity and cultural representation during the festive season.
Reeves scraps Birmingham NEST hub in economic shake-up
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abruptly terminated the planned £150 million NEST innovation hub in Birmingham, marking one of her first major economic decisions and raising concerns about the UK's regional development strategy.
670 Grams: Birmingham's unlikely fine dining destination
Grace Dent discovers a culinary masterpiece in Birmingham's unlikeliest location, where chef Ben Tesh serves extraordinary food that challenges postcodes and perceptions.
Man fined £500 for clearing rubbish from public alleyway
A Birmingham resident faces a hefty £500 penalty from the council after taking matters into his own hands to clear fly-tipped waste from a communal alleyway, sparking debate about civic responsibility versus council regulations.
Mother jailed for life after shaking baby to death
Kristie Wilmott, 31, has been jailed for life after violently shaking her 10-month-old son, Baby Gee, causing fatal injuries in their West Bromwich home. The court heard harrowing details of the incident that ended an innocent life.
Footballer's family avoids prison in manslaughter case
In a dramatic court ruling, the mother and teenage son of Jamaican footballer Leon Bailey received suspended sentences for killing a handyman, with the judge citing their 'positive contributions' to society.
Charge in 36-year-old jeweller murder case
Breakthrough in decades-old murder mystery as detectives charge 58-year-old man over execution of Birmingham jeweller Daniel Bostock in 1988.
Mystery illness outbreak investigated across England
Public Health England launches urgent investigation as unexplained vomiting and diarrhoea cases emerge in Birmingham, Bridgwater, and surrounding areas. Health authorities work to identify source.
HS2 Chiltern tunnel breakthrough completes 10-mile bore
In a landmark moment for Britain's transport infrastructure, HS2's giant tunnelling machine 'Florence' has completed its 10-mile journey beneath the Chiltern Hills, marking a critical milestone for the high-speed rail project connecting London and Birming
Bellingham's dad reveals Hurst's role in Jude's development
Mark Bellingham shares the remarkable story of how England legend Sir Geoff Hurst played a pivotal role in his son Jude's football development during his Birmingham City days.
Birmingham unites against racism in citywide poster campaign
A grassroots movement in Birmingham is challenging divisive far-right narratives through a citywide poster campaign celebrating diversity and community solidarity.
Birmingham: 95,000 children living in poverty
Shocking new data reveals Birmingham as England's child poverty capital, with nearly half of all children living in deprivation. Exclusive investigation uncovers the human stories behind the statistics.
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