Wolverhampton and West Midlands News
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Passengers break liquids rule daily - airport boss
Birmingham Airport claims one non-compliant bag can add 20 minutes to each passenger's wait time.
Large supporters club flag 'stolen' at England game
A branch of the Birmingham City Supporters Club was due to take it to Germany for Euro 2024 on Friday.
M6 closed for hours after collision
The accident involved a lorry and an overturned car, according to traffic data service Inrix.
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Increase in child deaths recorded
In the 2022-23 year, 128 deaths of under-18s were recorded across the Black Country.
Missing 14-year-old girl causes police concern
She was last seen wearing a black shirt with the words "Baby Girl" written in large font.
Photographers highlight Birmingham's green spaces
Images taken by local residents going on display at city art venue.
Tower blocks could provide hundreds of new homes
The seven buildings are earmarked for the Winson Green area of Birmingham.
Man murdered former friend in his car
Tarik Al-Mitheab was convicted despite claiming to have stabbed his victim in self-defence.
Millions of fake Xanax pills made in sheds - trial
Two men go on trial accused of helping a counterfeit medicine operation.
Man found seriously injured in high street
A crime scene has been set up, as police investigate how he sustained his life-threatening injuries.
Ex-rugby pro to 'pick up baton' for Rob Burrow
The Matt Gallagher Foundation has raised more than £370,000 since its formation in January.
Woman raises money for hospice ice-lolly fridges
Helen Tottey's mother, Sue, would often want ice lollies or ice cubes to help manage her symptoms.
Woman who survived cancer leads blood donor calls
Nadine Rose-Smith says she wants more people of black heritage to come forward to be blood donors.
Raine rips through Bears to seal Durham win
Ben Raine records his maiden T20 five-wicket haul to seal Durham?s second win in as many days as they triumph against Birmingham Bears.
Armitage stars as Diamonds beat Sparks to end winless start
Hollie Armitage leads from the front as Northern Diamonds end their losing streak with a 13-run win over Central Sparks at Edgbaston.
Lightning hold off Bears challenge to stay top of North Group
Luke Wells stars with bat and ball as Lancashire Lightning inflicted a first T20 Blast loss on Birmingham Bears to stay top of the North Group.
Birmingham appoint Spurs' Davies as new manager
Birmingham City appoint Tottenham assistant boss Chris Davies as their new manager.
From Exeter to England - how Watkins has risen to top
If Ollie Watkins makes the England squad for Euro 2024, it will mark quite the rise from his debut for Exeter at Hartlepool a decade ago.
Warwickshire legend reflects on 501
Brian Lara chatting to the BBC's Malcolm Boyden about his highest individual score ever.
Ukrainian band hosts army fundraiser in Birmingham
Taras Topolia frontman for Ukrainian band Antytila hosts army fundraiser.
Peaky Blinders movie to be filmed in Digbeth
The Peaky Blinders movie has been officially given the green light by Netflix.
Huge boost for mentoring initiative in West Brom
A boxing club which offers free sessions to children has been offered £12,000.
Birmingham reacts to King Charles banknotes
Banknotes with a King Charles III go into circulation across the West Midlands & beyond.
Mental health 'stigma' in the construction sector
PJ Ellis discusses mental well being issues faced amongst construction site workers.
McGinn's 'best asset' stars in new calendar
Merchandise of John McGinn's bum has been made by a Redditch man for Euro 2024.
Bellingham on the verge of greatness
It's a very busy summer for Jude Bellingham & it starts with the Champions League final.
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.
'Proud' 20,000 bikers finish Dave Myers tribute ride
A procession made up of thousands of motorcycles arrives in the Hairy Biker's Cumbrian home town.
Man arrested after crashed vehicle found abandoned
A badly damaged vehicle was found in dense bushes and undergrowth in Polegate on Friday night.
Tories pledge to scrap outer London Ulez
Transport Secretary Mark Harper announces the plan, saying the Conservatives "will back drivers".
Tower of London heritage status faces 'real threat'
Historic England says the danger comes from draft policies on offices and tall buildings.
Grandad spends 14 years camped in garden
David Priestley insists "we are all animals" and sleeping indoors is "overrated".
Passengers break liquids rule daily - airport boss
Birmingham Airport claims one non-compliant bag can add 20 minutes to each passenger's wait time.
Crowds celebrate at 248th Appleby Horse Fair
There are about 10,000 Gypsies and travellers in Westmorland for the annual event.
Woman with anorexia 'had to get worse to get help'
Rheanna Hazel wants support criteria reviewed after she had to lose more weight to qualify for help.
School 'like a sanctuary' for Ukrainian children
The weekend school is teaching refugee children their own language and traditions.
Man held over nitrous oxide haul at Parklife
The 34-year-old was arrested within the festival grounds on Friday afternoon, police say.
Council votes to kill moles over 'safety' fears
A church warden said the council was "making a mountain out of a molehill".
Runners honour 'legend' Rob Burrow
Organisers say the run was to "celebrate the life of a true rugby league legend and inspiration".