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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Murder arrest as golf course crash victim named
The woman died in hospital on Tuesday, after being struck by a van involved in a police chase on Friday.
Bin strike talks over Easter if needed - council
The Unite union had claimed the authority would not resume discussions until Wednesday.
Region leading the way on green transport - mayor
Richard Parker, the mayor of the West Midlands, says the region is "leading the way" on green public transport
Anger as fair ride firm returns to scene of crash
A woman injured in the crash says the firm's involvement in a current event is "disrespectful".
Volunteers are tracking the health of city's rivers
Nearly 100 people have learned to identify water species in the city's rivers and streams.
Proposals for new public square in city centre
Birmingham City Council wants to transform an area, as it looks to boost visitor numbers.
Crackdown on street preachers and buskers planned
The council says residents and businesses are being affected by excessive noise in the city centre.
Why are Birmingham bin workers on strike?
The BBC answers some of the most-asked questions about the ongoing strike.
Birmingham bin strike to continue as talks collapse
The leader of Birmingham City Council says refuse collectors need not lose a penny.
Birmingham council 'on track' to clear waste backlog
Bin workers remain in a stand-off with the council after an all-out strike started on 11 March.
'Bin strike frustration is turning into anger'
A group of volunteer litter-pickers in Birmingham say they are desperate for a resolution.
Joe Lycett hails 'Blitz spirit' in Birmingham during ongoing bin strikes
The comedian says he is at the tip "more regularly than most" to offload dirty nappies and wipes.
Army experts called in over Birmingham bin strike
The government says office-based military experts will help because of the "public health risk".
Union anger after bin workers urged to agree deal
The Deputy Prime Minister says striking Birmingham bin workers should accept an improved offer.
Union bosses held up Birmingham bin deal, BBC told
A strike by hundreds of Birmingham refuse workers has seen rubbish piled high on streets.
Neighbouring council to help clear bin strike waste
Lichfield District Council says it will help clear the rubbish that has accumulated on the streets of Birmingham.
Europa League anthem played at Champions League quarter-final
A system malfunction led to the wrong anthem being played before Aston Villa's Champions League quarter-final second leg against Paris St-Germain.
Protest students feared for university futures
Mariyah Ali and Antonia Listrat were part of a pro-Palestinian demonstration at the University of Birmingham.
Man charged with attempted murder after shooting
Leon Haughton from Wolverhampton is due to appear before magistrates in Birmingham later.
Appeal after woman breaks spine in hit-and-run
The woman continues to recover from her injuries at home, three months after the crash, police say.
Man pleads guilty to nightclub manslaughter
Kevin Taylor died after being punched to the ground by Kejuan Malone last December.
Wolves fans encouraged to join Pride parade
The football club wants fans, staff and players to take part in Birmingham and Wolverhampton events.
Pub can reopen despite lock-in violence
The Old Crown, now known as Paradise Bar, was closed in March after a man was knocked unconscious.
Police appeal over woman hit by van on golf course
Officers are looking for three men who fled the scene after the woman was hit last Friday.
Man arrested following shooting
Police say the man was arrested in Wolverhampton after another man was shot in Dudley earlier this month.
'It has taken 20 years, but pride is on the up'
Tuesday marks 20 years since car marker MG Rover collapsed, leaving thousands unemployed.
Mowbray hoping extra finishing practice pays off
West Brom manager Tony Mowbray hopes extra finishing practice pays off in closing weeks of season.
'He was on fire' - so was Emery wrong to replace Rashford?
Marcus Rashford produces arguably his best display as Aston Villa come close to completing a stunning comeback against Paris St-Germain.
100% jeopardy: Every Championship team can still go either up or down
The Championship boasts wide open promotion and relegation battles, no VAR, record attendances - with just four games to go.
'Despair for Emery, but Villa showed they belong'
Aston Villa fell short against PSG - but Unai Emery's side showed they now belong in this elite company, writes Phil McNulty.
Promotion still 'right in front of us' - Sadler
Walsall boss Mat Sadler says promotion is still 'right in front of us' - despite the former League Two leaders' loss of form.
Bears beat Durham by one wicket in dramatic finale
Ed Barnard hits a century as Warwickshire beat Durham by one wicket in a gripping finale for their first win of the 2025 County Championship season.
BBC Radio WM Special
Exploring how Pebble Mill became a place for pioneering day-time TV.
Gold medallist Steve Cram fun running in Wythall
Steve Cram CBE won Gold at the World Championships in Helsinki back in 1983.
Why has iconic Birmingham shopping centre closed?
Stores, pubs & restaurants at The Square shopping centre closed suddenly this week.
How is the Black Country accent exotic?
Brit award winning musician Jorja Smith has got people talking about her accent.
No sign of moving fallen tree in Wolverhampton
The Corsican pine fell into the garden of Peter Scarrott during Storm Darragh.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
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.
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Review into body armour for prison staff after Abedi attack
The announcement comes after Manchester Arena bomber Hashem Abedi attacked prison officers at HMP Frankland.
Murder arrest as golf course crash victim named
The woman died in hospital on Tuesday, after being struck by a van involved in a police chase on Friday.
Teacher accused of child sex assault faces extradition
Rebecca Richardson from Herefordshire faces an extradition hearing after a request from Turkey.
Large blaze breaks out at World War One airfield
The fire service has issued a warning to those in the area to stay indoors and keep windows closed.
Toby Carvery owner 'sorry' over ancient tree felling
The chief executive of the company which felled an ancient oak apologises and opens a review.
Call for older driver eye tests after fatal crashes
Visual legal standards for motorists is "ineffective and unsafe", a coroner says.
'Ill-equipped' selfie-hunters blamed for beauty spot callouts
Young people are often drawn to the Lake District after seeing images on social media, rescuers say.
Boy, 16, arrested in murder probe after house fire
A 16-year-old boy is held on suspicion of murdering an elderly man and woman.
Stab victim had 'genuine heart of gold', say family
Rebekah Campbell was found badly injured at a tower block in Huyton, on Tuesday, say police.
Man jailed after headbutt victim needed surgery
Jamie Liley, 38, from Scarborough, headbutted the victim during an attack at a pub in the town.
More than 80 dogs rescued from 'squalid' house
The animals were found living surrounded by "faeces and filth" at a house in Tickhill.
Homeless man 'overwhelmed' with job offers
Mark Hamblin is offered hundreds of jobs after writing a sign asking for work rather than money.
Source: BBC News
