Wolverhampton and West Midlands News
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Arrest after police cars rammed and officers hurt
One officer needed hospital treatment after the ramming in Birmingham, the force says.
'Why I've taken part in almost 300 Parkruns'
Jo Yarnall has even taken part in a Parkrun in Poland, in an attempt to "fill out the alphabet".
Arrest after car hits people outside nightclub
Police say a 22-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Ex-pupils honouring 'magical' first comprehensive
Churchfields was more than just one of the first comprehensive schools in England to some former pupils.
Funeral home job is so fulfilling, says Alfie, 19
Alfie Wilkinson has worked as a mortuary technician for his family's company since the age of 17.
Family of hit-and-run victim in information appeal
Freya Theobald had her spine fractured and suffered a bleed to the brain as a result of the crash.
Firefighter jailed after photographing dead body
Cameron Hancel shared the images on WhatsApp after a two-car crash in Staffordshire.
Airport seeks night flight deal as demand grows
Papers say the airport has seen a rise in low-cost carriers and is handling 40% more passengers.
How do police prove 3D-printed guns can fire?
Officers have need of very special kit when seeking convictions over make-it-at-home assault rifles.
Coaches resign at women?s football team
The coaches step down weeks after players accused the club of neglect and lack of respect.
The cyclist helping to catch hundreds of bad drivers
Tim, of Birmingham, says clips from his helmet camera have resulted in hundreds of police sanctions.
The Englishman who saved Udinese, and the legends reviving them
English striker Keinan Davis saved Udinese from Serie A relegation in May - now two club legends are helping revive them.
'The care cliff and how I fell off it aged 18'
Oscar says care leavers like him are not being offered enough support once they reach adult age.
Canal towpath reopens after cyanide spill
The canal towpath will open two months after 4,000 litres of chemicals leaked into the water.
From pub job and PlayStation to writing an award-winning play
Nathan Queeley-Dennis's debut play is following Fleabag and Baby Reindeer from stage to screen.
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News Natter: Nicola, Nikki & Trish discuss London's mass wedding and the pros/cons of tying the knot.
Mr Prepared - why Emery is Villa's man for all seasons
Unai Emery has transformed Aston Villa from Premier League strugglers to conquerors of Bayern Munich. So how has he done it?
Birmingham 'the team to beat' in League One - May
Birmingham City's seven-game winning run in League One is creating a "superb" feeling around the club says striker Alfie May.
Alan Dedicoat talks Strictly and Midland Red
The Voice of the Balls will be in Wythall this Sunday to celebrate Midland Red Bus event
Brother speaks out after death at West Brom game
Mark Townsend is believe to have had a heart attack whilst at Hillsborough with nephew.
Parkrun marks 20 years of local community events
Graham Staplehurst welcomes around 250 runners to Edgbaston Reservoir most weekends
Dash cam footage sent to police on the increase
Operation Snap allows video uploads to the police and one cyclist tells the BBC it works
Beirut evacuees land in Birmingham
Mahasen El Dada from Manchester who arrived in Birmingham last night with her two sons.
Birmingham Council Leader tackles bin collections
Councillor John Cotton answers criticism on a disorganised waste collection service.
Snooker legend discusses family ties in Dudley
Ronnie O'Sullivan tells Sarah Julian all about his roots here in the West Midlands.
Emery on Champions League win over Bayern Munich
Villa make it two wins in two in their Champions League campaign, with a win over Bayern.
Bradford face Aston Villa in semi
Bradford's reward for knocking Arsenal out of the Capital One Cup is a semi-final against Aston Villa, while Chelsea take on Swansea.
Albion old boy Clement on racing charge
Former West Bromwich Albion footballer Neil Clement, now a racehorse owner, is charged with breaches of racing's rules.
Teams wary of Albion - Odemwingie
West Brom forward Peter Odemwingie feels that other teams have begun to play more cautiously when facing them.
Benteke frightening, says Lambert
Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke has the potential to "be anything he wants", says boss Paul Lambert.
Diop extends Birmingham contract
Papa Bouba Diop agrees a one-month contract extension at Birmingham City to keep him at the club until 17 January.
Walsall v Colchester
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Walsall and Colchester in League One.
Rider Auty agrees Brummies return
Birmingham Brummies confirm that Josh Auty will return to Perry Barr for the 2013 Elite League season.
Skornicki makes return to Wolves
Adam Skornicki returns to Wolverhampton Wolves for his fourth spell, after agreeing a deal for the 2013 season.
Bell and Trott see England home
Jonathan Trott and Ian Bell both make centuries as England win a series in India for the first time since 1984-85.
Spiking victims 'let down' by emergency services
Two women say they were discouraged from going to the police and made to feel it was their fault.
Man arrested over acid attack on schoolgirl bailed
A 14-year-old girl suffered "potentially life-changing" injuries in the attack in London.
Human remains found under sheltered housing patio
Police say the remains found during building work are "very old".
Man arrested following airport 'stowaway' incident
Police say they were called to reports of a man boarding a flight without correct documentation.
Charity world-record attempt halted due to potholes
Mike Land halted his world-record attempt after pulling a 1.5-tonne van for nine hours.
Two children, aged 4 and 6, injured by four dogs
A woman is in custody after being arrested on suspicion of having dogs dangerously out of control.
Child murderer has appeal bid rejected
The Criminal Appeals Office says David Boyd's bid to appeal over the 1992 murder had failed.
Thousands take part in pro-Palestinian march
Protesters in London have called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the Middle East conflict.
'People travel across the world for slowest Parkrun'
Tourists love Great Yarmouth North Beach Parkrun - dubbed the slowest because of the sandy terrain.
Horror injury strongman 'may never compete again'
Dan Jones talks about his recovery after ripping his patellar tendons while carrying 80kg in a race.
Arrest after car hits people outside nightclub
Police say a 22-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Teen from bombed Ukrainian uni gets UK scholarship
Mariana Kachun, 19, fled to York after her university in Ternopil was bombed in April 2022.