Josh Sandiford

The driver is alleged to have been drinking before getting behind the wheel - he has since been charged and is due to appear before the courts

Temperatures are starting to dip in Birmingham with the city braced for chilly conditions. Saturday, October 12, will see sunny spells and isolated showers but you might want to take your hat and gloves out on Sunday.

Hopeful UK weather maps have hinted an Iberian plume is on its way - bringing with it hopes of an “Indian Summer” and rising temperatures.

Stargazers will this weekend be able to see a rare “once in a lifetime” comet. The celestial treat known as Comet C/2023 A3 will be visible to the

The comet will reach its closest approach to Earth between October 12 and 13 before fading into darkness and not being seen for tens of thousands of years

The suspect is accused of 17 offences across Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Sandwell and Solihull - he has also been charged with absconding from HMP Springhill in Buckinghamshire

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with wounding and possession of an offensive weapon, West Midlands Police said

Shoppers told of their shock this morning after a man was reportedly knifed during violent scenes in broad daylight. The incident happened in Upper Market Square, Hanley, just after 11am.

Anybody who sees Olivia is being urged to dial 999 immediately - an image of the young girl has been posted on social media

There is a huge desire to live in the affluent suburbs around Sutton Coldfield - but the town centre is struggling