Officers 'had to make own judgement' on pursuit of vehicle which crashed and killed Oldbury teen Benjamin Hopton
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Mum, dad and daughter to star in regional Annie production
Charges for shop theft in Sandwell as police aim to tackle rise in retail crime
Black Country haulier celebrates 45th anniversary milestone
'All factors taken into consideration' - Officer who started pursuit of car which crashed, killing Benjamin Hopton
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Council decision to reject converting West Bromwich home into sweet shop will be reviewed
Tipton firm set for growth as construction starts on new North East site
'Dangerous' youth who murdered Walsall teenager is back in court after vicious attack on fellow inmate
Chris turns from car parts to clean ovens with Ovenu Rugeley
Date clocks go back in October - why the clocks change and if your clocks will update automatically
Seven ancient West Midlands towns and cities named in the Domesday Book and still thriving today
'One disaster after another': Fears grow that opening of Dudley tram link could be delayed until next year
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Sandwell comic named as winner of major award at Birmingham Comedy Festival
Man left needing hospital treatment after being attacked near Asda in Smethwick
Concern for missing Sandwell teenager as appeal made for help finding him
Top industry leaders appointed to West Midlands Mayor’s Night-Time Economy Commission
Three men sentenced after £100,000 conned out of victims with fraudulent purchase of mobile phones and watches
Family of Oldbury rape victim condemn ‘horrific’ attack
West Midlands Police organises 'reassurance patrols' in Jewish communities following Manchester synagogue attack
22 West Midlands restaurants, pubs and takeaways get top marks in latest food hygiene inspections - read the full list here
Could you work on Peaky Blinders and other top TV shows? - New scheme offers training and workshops for creative talent in the West Midlands
Storm Amy to hit West Midlands on Saturday - full details here
Five people escape West Bromwich flat fire as firefighters called to the scene
Reform UK 'will contest every Sandwell and Dudley ward' in next year's local elections
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There were 'failings' and 'shortcomings' before death of 76-year-old at Midlands Metropolitan Hospital, inquest finds
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West Bromwich navy veteran still waiting for repairs to broken window he reported in May - despite £146 bill
'Anti-social behaviour magnet': Bid to open club on Smethwick industrial estate thwarted by inspectors
Police hunt for man who stole £8,000 worth of jewellery at knifepoint from couple in Oldbury
'I hope they can get the work done quickly' - businesses in West Bromwich struggle as main road is closed
Cause of death of 'loving' mother of six who died at new Midlands Metropolitan Hospital revealed as inquest begins
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Plans for 24-hour gym plans on site of former West Bromwich steelworks rejected
Free travel schemes delivered 9million journeys across the West Midlands - with new initiative launched for half-term travel
We've picked out some of the best places in the West Midlands to enjoy Oktoberfest
Accident blocking Cape Hill junction in Smethwick - motorists asked to avoid area
14-foot deep sewer collapse cause of emergency roadworks in West Bromwich resulting in disruption
Father and son trek nearly 30 miles for charity to watch their beloved Leicester City at West Bromwich Albion
Plea for public’s help to identify man after attempted robbery in Smethwick
Charity, community and business leaders from across Black Country given royal honour after being named new Deputy Lieutenants for the West Midlands
Tipton man denies assaulting police officer during disorder at London protest
'It is absolutely vital that money starts to filter down the chain' - Industry leader speaks out on JLR crisis funding
Teenager taken to hospital after being hit by car in Oldbury
Emergency roadworks in West Bromwich resulting in bus diversion continues
Jury shown CCTV footage of bar room brawl which sparked savage beating of Matthew Adams in West Bromwich
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'He was like the dad of the group': Firefighters who climbed 'Welsh Three Peaks' in full kit made mountain-top tribute to late colleague
Council rejects move to replace 100-year-old Bearwood garden shop with new takeaway
21 amazing photos of community heroes from the Black Country as they receive their British Empire Medals
'You ok, mate?' - West Bromwich Albion captain joins men's mental health appeal
Best of Black Country kebab houses reach semi-finals for major industry award
