We took a nostalgic trip back to the 1940s with the Black Country Museum - including vintage cars, Laurel and Hardy impersonators and a classic 'press man'
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James Vukmirovic
Senior Reporter
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Appeal launched and image released following theft in Birmingham city centre
A try-umphant international Rugby Union call-up for Sandwell police officer
'He had his whole life ahead of him' - Fundraiser launched to help pay funeral costs for teenager who drowned in Sutton Park
Police issue urgent appeal to find missing Sandwell man
Man wanted by police after robbery in Willenhall
Concern for welfare of 51-year-old man missing from Sandwell last seen at hospital
Man wanted on suspicion of 'aggravated burglary' in Stourbridge
Brave police officers receive awards after rescuing residents from burning Birmingham home
'We're a community and we love to celebrate that': Mad O'Rourke's Pie Factory gets into Black Country Day spirit with a special creation you won't want to miss
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Everything you need to know about the Midlands Fringe Festival - from acts and venues to ticket bookings
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'Wolverhampton still means a lot to me after all these years and I love performing there': Kevin Rowland talks about his musical journey, his roots in the Black Country, personal struggles and a frank new book two decades in the making
Beacon Centre celebrates 150 Years of supporting people with sight loss
Stone residents urged to give their views on £7 million rail upgrades to improve safety and journey reliability
'It's just awful' - Tragic death of boy in Sutton Park lake leaves residents and visitors devastated and disappointed
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Bilston textile firm fined £300,000 after worker struck by vehicle
Two women charged with running a brothel in Birmingham city centre
'Is it okay to leave them home alone?' - NSPCC encourage West Midlands parents to get in touch about child welfare after nearly 500 calls made to helpline
'I will always have ways to connect with others - no matter what happens' - Wolverhampton adult learning student honoured with award
Music and fun across five Wolverhampton pubs at special festival
Shock images show car in Walsall after it was covered in petrol and set on fire - police latest
Commonwealth Games legacy Volunteer Collective supports busy summer of events across West Midlands
Colourful procession through Walsall set to celebrate strength and solidarity of local women
Record number of show gardens and more than 90,000 visitors enjoy Gardeners’ World Live
'I was a student at Dudley College - and now I'm in charge' - Pride of principal who aims to create stars of the future
Exploding vape thought to have caused second fire in six months at Aldridge waste facility
Man arrested on suspicion of robbery at Wolverhampton shop
'He'll be there in spirit, leading us around the course': Popular charity ride continues to honour memory of young Wolverhampton cyclist
Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey set to bring unique flavours to Birmingham Cocktail Weekend with events across city
Boost for train travellers as Midlands Rail Hub scheme promising 20 million more seats wins Government funding
Air ambulance lands in Sedgley - police on the scene
Man charged with seriously injuring police officer in Birmingham during arrest
Merry Hill Subway franchise fined after mouse droppings found in sandwich preparation area
Fire which devastated Sutton Coldfield park is blamed on disposable barbecue
Teenager charged with attempted murder after boy, 15, stabbed in Birmingham
Rail passengers hit by delays and cancellations after points failure in Birmingham
Police appeal for help to find missing Wolverhampton woman
Two arrested after stabbing on Walsall streets - as police appeal for witnesses
Fire crews working to tackle blaze on grassland in West Bromwich
Appeal for information issued following burglary in Birmingham
Motorists warned to expect delays after vehicle breakdown causes congestion on M6 near Birmingham
Rail passengers face delays due to damaged overhead wires near Birmingham
£30,000 worth of illegal cigarettes and vapes seized in Sandwell Council and police raids
