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A writer from Wolverhampton today told of his fond memories in the crowd when the King of Pop performed one of his most memorable shows ever.

Drivers faced a nightmare on the roads and railways after two inches of rain battered the region, grounding its transport network to a halt.

A thief who stole wedding rings, jewellery and televisions from more than 40 homes across the Black Country and Staffordshire caused “untold unhappiness” to his victims, a court heard.

Motown legend Martha Reeves wants the big names of the music world to put on a star-studded show in tribute to Michael Jackson – which could replace his 50-date London tour, writes Women’s Editor Maria Cusine.

Lets get the basics out of the way first. This is Paul Weller; sincerity, sweat and songwriting come as standard.

Five thousand hardy music fans braved an early evening downpour to see a blistering performance by mod icon Paul Weller at Cannock Chase.

From growing up in a council house in Sandwell to his glittering career with Judas Priest, Ken Downing talks to Cathy Spencer about his life, his cooking and the golf course he’s built in his own “back garden”.

A knife-wielding robber fled with cash from a Black Country supermarket. The thug confronted a staff member at Nisa in Caldmore Green, Walsall, yesterday.

Thousands of Michael Jackson fans who bought tickets to see his comeback shows at London’s O2 will have to wait until next week to find out how to get their money back.

Pop mogul Pete Waterman today called Michael Jackson “the greatest entertainer who has ever walked the face of the earth”. The record producer and songwriter said he had worked with Jackson many times during his musical career.