Birmingham and West Midlands News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Birmingham and West Midlands. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.
Lisa Bennett death: Couple convicted of homeless woman's murder
Kathleen Salmond and Kevin Flanagan killed Lisa Bennett, dumped her body in a bin and claimed her benefits.
Man arrested in Solihull on suspicion of terrorism offences
The 49-year-old is detained by counter-terrorism officers at an address in Solihull.
Sutton Coldfield death: Murder arrests after injured man dies
A 72-year-old man who suffered serious head injuries has died in hospital, police say.
Injured dog found alone in water-filled ditch in Birmingham
"Nelly" had recently had puppies but was in such a bad state she will have to have a leg amputated.
Oldham Athletic: Bid to wind up club by HMRC dismissed by High Court
A bid to wind up League Two side Oldham Athletic by HM Revenue & Customs is dismissed by the High Court.
Liam Payne on alcohol: 'My family were very worried'
The star talks about sobriety, Cheryl, and the song that saw him accused of trivialising bisexuality.
Banksy's Birmingham artwork highlighting homelessness preserved
Banksy's reindeer highlighting the plight of the homeless is covered with protective sheeting.
Maximus appeal: 'Lucky cat' recovers after Great Barr rescue
Thousands of pounds were donated to help severely ill Maximus after being rescued in Great Barr.
Birmingham gang jailed over 'chop shop' racket
The group was fixing salvaged cars using parts stolen-to-order on a huge scale, say police.
Rail operator Avanti West Coast to offer three classes of travel
A premium economy service will be on offer to passengers on the West Coast Main Line.
Wigan Athletic v West Bromwich Albion
Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Championship game between Wigan Athletic and West Bromwich Albion.
Birmingham City v Queens Park Rangers
Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Championship game between Birmingham City and Queens Park Rangers.
Birmingham City: Winding-up petition dismissed at High Court with debt paid
Birmingham City clear an unspecified tax debt owed to HM Revenue & Customs and a petition to wind up the club is dismissed.
Former Birmingham boss Smith, 79, dies
Former Derby County, Oxford United and Portsmouth manager Jim Smith dies at the age of 79.
Brighton v Wolves: Two arrests for homophobic abuse during Premier League match
Brighton say two "visiting supporters" were arrested for homophobic abuse during Sunday's Premier League game against Wolves at Amex Stadium.
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.
Jaden Moodie murder: Man guilty of killing boy in gang knife attack
Drug dealer Ayoub Majdouline repeatedly stabbed Jaden Moodie in a targeted attack in London.
Lisa Bennett death: Couple convicted of homeless woman's murder
Kathleen Salmond and Kevin Flanagan killed Lisa Bennett, dumped her body in a bin and claimed her benefits.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport: Private plane overshoots runway
A jet that skidded off the runway at Liverpool Airport was carrying one of the owners of Liverpool FC.
Premier League star faces Bentley crash trial
AFC Bournemouth's Jordon Ibe is accused of crashing his Bentley into a coffee shop and driving off.
Mid Essex whistleblower gets £127k for unfair sacking
Andrew Smith receives compensation for his 2015 sacking from Mid Essex Hospital Services Trust.
Woman and child, 4, spotted on M62 in West Yorkshire
The pair, thought to be asylum seekers, walked to Hartshead Services in West Yorkshire on Tuesday.
Mohammed Tabraz jailed for 2001 Luton hammer murder
Mohammed Tabraz killed Soheil Mumtaz over comments the victim allegedly made about his sister.
London homicides highest for year since 2008
The stabbing of a 47-year-old man took the number of killings in the capital to 142 since 1 January.
Police probe after claim fox killed during Quorn Hunt
Anti-hunt campaigners said the group should be disbanded after a fox was killed during a meet.
Injured dog found alone in water-filled ditch in Birmingham
"Nelly" had recently had puppies but was in such a bad state she will have to have a leg amputated.
Alan Wood death: 'New leads' in 2009 'disturbing murder'
Alan Wood was bound and tortured before he was killed in his Lincolnshire home, in October 2009.
Lorry stuck on Essex crossing barrier almost hit by train
A concrete lorry came within seconds of being struck by a train carrying passengers in Essex.