Read MoreThere are elections on 1 May in Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire and Worcestershire. BBC News
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Which West Midlands elections are held this year?
Litter endangering region’s wildlife, warns RSPCA
Read MoreIn 2024, the RSPCA received 87 reports of animals endangered by litter in the West Midlands. BBC News
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Presenter finishes 100 red noses charity challenge
Read MoreBreakfast show presenter Lee Blakeman thanks his listeners for their help in finding them all. BBC News
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Man jailed for sexual assault outside court
Read MoreDarnell McCollins, 24, of London, pleaded guilty to making repeated advances to two teenage girls. BBC News
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Teacher banned over inappropriate relationship
Read MoreJoanna Broad-Reeder’s conduct fell “significantly short” of expected standards, a panel found. BBC News
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Council agrees to buy its base to save money
Read MoreBuying the four-storey Civic Centre is intended to guard against losing money through rent hikes. BBC News
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Maligned landfill site now falls to Crown Estate
Read MoreA red tape wrangle means the site – linked to health fears – comes under the Crown’s land portfolio.…
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Woman jailed for faking twins pregnancy to partner
Read MoreLibby Vernon, from Staffordshire, used a fake baby bump to trick her partner. BBC News
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BBC Crimewatch Live appeal over summer disorder
Read MoreStaffordshire Police say more than 240 people have been arrested over the disorder in the county. BBC News
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University professor handed MBE at royal ceremony
Read MoreElaine Hay was awarded the honour by Prince William for her services to medical research. BBC News
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