Horror as driver dies in crash at golf course

A 61-year-old driver and a motorcyclist in his forties were killed in separate tragic crashes near Wolverhampton.


Uninsured driver in police car chase drama

An uninsured and unlicensed driver who led police on a 60mph chase around residential West Midland streets has walked free from court.


Boy suffers pitbull attack in West Bromwich park

A schoolboy has been left with horrific injuries after being attacked by a pitbull-type dog in a park in the Black Country.


Taxi drivers must pass English test

New taxi drivers in South Staffordshire will have to pass an extra driving test – and prove they can speak English – before being allowed to get behind the wheel, under plans revealed today.


Luke Walker’s pals shocked over murder allegations

Friends who have known murder suspect Luke Walker for years today told of their shock at the allegations he is facing – as his claims of innocence received a boost.


Wolverhampton market could be on the move

Wolverhampton’s struggling outdoor market could be moved back to its original home of St Peter’s Square under plans revealed today to boost trade.


Fishing pool is dumping ground for fly-tippers

A sofa, old television sets and shopping trolleys – just some of the rubbish dragged out of a fishing pool in the Black Country that has become a dumping ground for fly-tippers.


A Team’s ‘Face’ – Dirk Benedict – the interview

He’s The Faceman that fired a thousand bullets in The A Team, but never hit anyone.


Warnock’s fear of James Milner sale

Villa defender Stephen Warnock fears Manchester City’s spending power could yet force the sale of team-mate James Milner.


Queen’s Speech – the deficit is the ‘priority’

The new Government’s commitment to tackling mammoth UK debt levels have been outlined in the Queen’s Speech.

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