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Tommy Fury issues major update on baby name and says 'all will be revealed'

Boxer, Tommy Fury, welcomed a baby son with partner, Molly-Mae Hague in early June

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Three mystery heroes at Birmingham Airport save man’s life after he collapses in car park

A man collapsed and went into cardiac arrest at a BHX car park as he rushed to meet his son who was picking him and his wife up

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King of Clubs closed after violent disorder sees 100-plus attack police

The violent disorder took place outside King of Clubs in John Bright Street, Birmingham city centre, on Saturday, May 23, as revellers were leaving the venue

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Birmingham burglary update after £35,000 worth of jewellery stolen from home

Offenders smashed a window to get inside, before stealing items worth over £35,000

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First Strictly Come Dancing 2026 contestant confirmed as fan-favourite star

The star will be taking to the ballroom for the first Strictly series hosted by Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdicombe

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Midland man uncovered as drug dealer thanks to Kinder Surprise

Officers discovered an empty Kinder Surprise container, £395 in cash, three wraps of heroin and a mobile phone

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BBC Doctor Who Christmas special axed as Russell T Davies confirms exit

The BBC confirmed the disappointing announcement earlier today (June 10)

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Woman 'sexually assaulted' inside Birmingham shop - police appeal

A woman was touched inappropriately by a man in a city convenience store - with police appling for help to identify the suspect

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Woman killed ex-partner as he was on the toilet and hid body for nearly a year, court hears

The remains of Robert Kellett - an engineer working in the Midlands - were found by a lodger 11 months after he was reported missing

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Major UK bank makes ‘infuriating’ change to paying off your credit card

Bank has removed the option to pay off their credit card balances using debit cards on its online banking services.

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Graffiti artists turn Wolverhampton street into 'open air gallery'

The artwork has been painted on numerous walls with the permission of land owners

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Detained Birmingham activist shares 'vile experience' aboard Gaza flotilla

Hasnain Jafer was aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla which aimed to deliver humanitarian aid to people in Palestine

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What is the average price of a house in Birmingham?

Brummies are facing average costs of over £200,000

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DWP issues new update on WASPI compensation payouts worth £2,950

DWP has ruled out WASPI payouts after the Ombudsman suggested £2,950 payouts for historic state pension injustices.

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New 20mph limits proposed for 10 Birmingham roads - full list

Birmingham City Council says concerns were raised by residents over accidents in the area

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Man accused of crushing girlfriend with truck in Oldbury told police he 'didn't do no murder'

Mohammed Azim is accused of murdering girlfriend Lily Whitehouse

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Reality of student homelessness revealed as Birmingham City University teams up with major charity

In 2026, eight per cent of respondents to the National Student Accommodation Survey 2026 said they had experienced homelessness as a student

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DWP confirms 50% allowance cut for PIP and DLA claimants from July 1

From July 1, changes to the Motability Scheme mean DWP claimants who lease cars face mileage allowance changes.

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Two small boat pilots jailed after being first to be sentenced under new law

Both men were sentenced on Wednesday

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Staffordshire man, 83, charged after biker dies in crash

Michael Bibby, 41, died following a crash between a grey SYM Jet motorbike and a silver Ford Ecosport