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Police Apologise for Entering Sikh Gurdwara with Shoes On

West Midlands Police issues a formal apology after officers entered a Sikh gurdwara in Oldbury with shoes on, a serious breach of religious protocol. Chief Superintendent Richard Fisher expresses 'deep regret' for the distress caused.

Sikh woman raped in racist hate crime in Oldbury

A Sikh woman was brutally raped in a horrific hate crime in Oldbury, with her attacker using racist slurs. West Midlands Police are hunting for the suspect and appealing for witnesses.

Urgent MMR Vaccine Call as UK Measles Cases Surge

UK health officials issue an urgent plea for parents to check children's MMR vaccine status as measles outbreaks spread rapidly across England, with a major surge in cases in the West Midlands.

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.

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

Ryan Moore's Shock Warning for Derby Favourite City of Troy

Champion jockey Ryan Moore delivers a stunning verdict on the hotly-tipped City of Troy ahead of the Epsom Derby, revealing critical concerns that could derail the favourite's chances in the world's most famous flat race.

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.

Four men arrested in UK terror plot investigation

Counter-terrorism police have arrested four men in Leeds, Huddersfield, Derby and West Bromwich on suspicion of preparing acts of terrorism. The coordinated raids mark a significant development in a national security investigation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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