Wolverhampton and West Midlands News
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Two in hospital after fair ride 'drops to ground'
The 55m-tall ride "failed and crashed", emergency services say.
Cafe owner's concern over Brownhills redevelopment
A Walsall cafe owner is worried the building could be compulsory purchased by the council.
'I can finally live a normal life'
Finley Hill, from Worcestershire, had two stem cell transplants by the age of 10.
Parents who caused death of buried boy jailed
Abiyah Yasharahyalah, three, had a "catalogue of injury and disease" when he died, a judge says.
Fifteen regional winners in contention for Unsung Hero award
Asha Rage, who set up Dream Chasers FC in Small Heath, is named the West Midlands winner.
Ex-PC who shared information with criminal jailed
Lorna Pennycook shared sensitive information with Anthony Kennedy while at West Midlands Police.
Nightclub licence suspended after man killed
DeCode - also known as Discotheque.life - in Walsall is unable to open for the next four weeks.
City hit by four viruses sees strain on hospitals
NHS bosses urge people to take up available vaccines.
Man admits charge over fatal hit-and-run
Tyrone Moran, 19, admitted to dangerously driving over the death of Salma Rafique last year.
Man jailed for 24 years over historical sex abuse
Clive Penniall admits 15 counts of child indecency at Wolverhampton Crown Court.
Noddy Holder saved by UK-first new chemotherapy
The Slade frontman was given six months to live after being diagnosed with oesophageal cancer in 2018.
'I want to return to Syria and celebrate freedom'
Nour Al-Baarini spoke of his emotional reaction after watching the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Complaint over police chair racism 'nonsense' post
A whistleblower who complained about racism within West Midlands Police calls for Richard Cooke to quit.
Care home hosts pole dancing masterclass
Thirty residents from Parkfield Grange care home watched a performance by Pole Finesse dance group.
Wolves 'united' behind manager O'Neil - chairman Shi
Wolves chairman Jeff Shi acknowledges results need to improve but says the club is "united" behind under-pressure manager Gary O'Neil.
De Pauw leaves Aston Villa after six months in charge
Robert De Pauw leaves Aston Villa after less than six months in charge following Sunday's 4-0 defeat by Arsenal.
Trophy run 'momentum' for promotion push - Johnson
League Two leaders Walsall are getting "extra momentum" from their success in the Vertu Trophy, says striker Danny Johnson.
'I love the competition' - Duran sends message with Villa stunner
Jhon Duran continues to make his case to be Aston Villa's starting striker with a stunning strike in their 3-2 away win over RP Leipzig in the Champions League.
Walsall and Birmingham among EFL Trophy winners
Walsall score a dramatic 97th-minute equaliser before beating nine-man Reading on penalties to make it through the EFL Trophy last 16 with Birmingham City and Wrexham among the other winners.
Pearson's 'incredible challenge' to walk again
Former Leicester City and Watford manager Nigel Pearson says "learning to walk again has been an incredible challenge".
Groom chooses Brummie accent for his wedding vows
Jack from Birmingham has cerebral palsy and wanted a new accent for his wedding day.
Oasis tickets scam hits people in Birmingham
One person who's been sharing their story with BBC WM is Olympic swimmer Oliver Morgan.
Should there be a 20mph speed limit in Birmingham?
Potential measures are being discussed looking to improve road safety in the city.
The story behind Digbeth's Peaky Blinders mural
Brummie painter tells Radio WM how Stephen knight came to commission his artwork
Reddich MP "vital football remains affordable"
MP Chris Bloore wants increased fan representation on club boards to protect the game.
Taxi driver attacked in Kings Heath
An online fundraiser has been set up to support 80 year old taxi driver Hukum Dad.
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.
Police chiefs call on ministers to guarantee funding
Police chiefs have warned the government that without further funding neighbourhood police officers - a government priority - could be cut.
'Train phone snatcher stole £21,000 from my bank apps'
Niall fell victim to theft while on a train and police data shows a rise in reports of these crimes.
Palace investigates after Household staff incident
A Buckingham Palace employee was reportedly arrested after an unofficial Christmas party at a bar.
'My driving instructor stalker made my life hell'
A woman stalked by her driving instructor while a teenager is calling for more protection for pupils.
Parents who caused death of buried boy jailed
Abiyah Yasharahyalah, three, had a "catalogue of injury and disease" when he died, a judge says.
Two in hospital after fair ride 'drops to ground'
The 55m-tall ride "failed and crashed", emergency services say.
Questions must be answered over Sara murder, PM says
It follows calls to change the law so children like Sara Sharif, suspected to be victims of abuse, cannot be home-schooled.
Body found in search for rugby star missing in flood
Police believe Tom Voyce tried to cross a flooded ford and his car was pulled along by the current.
Psychiatric nurse tried to free patient stuck in window
Jessica Powell, 20, died three days after the incident at a hospital in Yeovil in 2020.
Man jailed after police rammed in stolen car chase
Darrell Duddin stole a car and drove along motorways before being stopped by police in Lincolnshire.
Party pays bill after 'dine and dash' backlash
A Grantham restaurant owner has been reimbursed after six diners left without paying.
'Fairy tale' relationship became 'nightmare' - trial
Kiena Dawes, 23, took her own life after allegedly being driven to despair by an abusive relationship.