Stirchley attack – suspect named
Police are also appealing for anyone who saw the attack in Stirchley to come forward.
Hillsborough police in search for forgotten evidence
With new inquests due to take place next year, the search for the truth is becoming more important.
Stab policeman among those honoured
Four West Midlands police officers have received bravery awards.
Police welcome report
A national report into policing mental health suffers has been released.
Honours not just about luvvies
A Birmingham police officer has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list for his work in the community.
App apt for better interaction
A mobile phone application which aims to improve communications between young people and the police is being designed with help from the University of Wolverhampton.
Anti-surveillance campaigners to mark publication of 1984
On 8th June anti-surveillance campaigners around the world will issue a mass “we do not consent” on 1984 Action Day.
Saying goodbye to the Grocer’s Daughter
Laurence Inman’s acerbic commentary on the late Baroness Thatcher
Silent Witnesses: Using theatre to combat crime
This week the Silent Witnesses project working with Year Five pupils across ten inner-city primary schools will visit primary schools in Birmingham.
When irish eyes…
Birmingham police are issuing advice to anyone intending to enjoy St Patrick’s Day in Digbeth.
New project with Victim Support to be launched
Students at the University of Wolverhampton are working with experts at Victim Support to launch a new advice and support service.
Annual UK drug deaths fall seven per cent
Annual deaths related to heroin and morphine are continuing to drop significantly, falling from 41 per cent of total drug-related deaths in the UK in 2010 to 32 per cent in 2011
Coventry criminology students talk juvenile justice with top New York judge
A group of criminology students from Coventry University met with a leading judge and advocate for juvenile justice on a recent fact finding trip to New York.
New laws will deal firm blow to metal thieves
The Bill proposes wholesale changes to the £5.6bn scrap metal industry, the principle recipients of stolen metal
£1 million research into children who sleep rough
A pioneering £1 million research project into runaway and homeless children who sleep rough is to be launched by the University of Wolverhampton.
Be our Valentine say local police
Solihull bobbies are asking residents to make them feel loved.
Cash ban tackles metal theft crime
Cash ban and police efforts deliver 60% reduction in metal theft attacks
Memory of dead officers lives on
West Midlands Police are to pay tribute to the bravery of their officers.
Metal theft legislation on track for reform
Energy Networks Association has applauded the efforts of MPs and Peers as the Scrap Metal Dealers Bill has been voted through the House of Lords
Witch doctor ordered to repay £28,500
A self-appointed witch doctor has been ordered to pay back £28,500 in one of the most bizarre cases of money-laundering West Midlands Police have encountered.
When Light Entertainment Hits Dark Times
‘Times were different then’ say some under the legal post Savile spotlight. No, they weren’t says journalist Richard Lutz
Domestic abuse campaign drive takes to the buses
“You are not alone” is the message from police.
Police seek help in murder hunt
The death of a Birmingham man at a local beauty spot has led to a call for witnesses.
Justice Tonight
Today marks the 38th anniversary of one of the saddest days in the city’s history, the Pub Bombings of 1974. Here the campaigning group Justice for the 21 talk about their quest to uncover the truth behind this atrocity.
Children in genuine need
Agencies throughout Birmingham are working to stamp out bogus fund raising.
Speed kills
Police are cracking down on illegal road racing in Birmingham.
Road deaths up – DriveSafe urges action
The Government should be doing more to help young drivers and cyclists stay safe, according to motoring safety charity DriveSafe.
Your vote counts
There’s an election next month. Make sure you can take part.
Portland Club Robbery – Appeal
Police are seeking witnesses to a burglary at a top Birmingham venue.
Police help for local business security
West Midlands Police have released a film aimed at cutting crime against commercial premises.