Dai Fujikura's reworked trombone concerto, Vast Ocean II, received its UK premiere in Birmingham with soloist Peter Moore. The CBSO and conductor Kazuki Yamada followed with a vibrant Mahler First Symphony.
Adam Mahmood, 20, sentenced to four years in youth detention for possessing a terrorist bomb-making guide linked to the Manchester Arena attack. Police found an arsenal of weapons in his bedroom.
QPR join Sheffield United in the race to sign Birmingham City midfielder Marc Leonard this January. Meanwhile, defender Liam Morrison could depart Loftus Road on loan. Get the latest Championship transfer news.
Charlton Athletic are reportedly set to beat Leicester City and Ipswich Town to the signing of Birmingham City striker Lyndon Dykes this January. Nathan Jones seeks extra firepower.
The iconic Caledonian Sleeper train launches a new stop at Birmingham International on January 15, 2026, marking its biggest timetable change in three decades. Discover how this boosts travel and tourism.
The government has approved the Northern Powerhouse Rail plan, but key details on funding and a delayed Birmingham-Manchester line until the 2040s raise concerns. Explore the analysis.
The government pledges a new rail link between Birmingham and Manchester to ease pressure on the West Coast Main Line, but provides no completion date. The project will follow the delivery of Northern Powerhouse Rail.
A new railway line could connect Manchester and Birmingham, as the government prepares to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail upgrades. Learn about the potential route and the legacy of HS2.
Rachel Reeves to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail revival, including a new line between Birmingham and Manchester. Construction not expected until after 2036.
A cowboy roofer led police on a 70mph chase through Birmingham before killing a mum-of-three on a golf course. John McDonald admitted causing death by dangerous driving. Read the full court report.
John McDonald, 52, pleaded guilty to causing the death of Suzanne Cherry, 62, by dangerous driving during a police pursuit in Birmingham. The sentencing hearing continues.
A power outage at a key radar site halted arrivals into Birmingham Airport overnight, causing over 20 flights to be cancelled, diverted or severely delayed. Read the latest on the disruption and past incidents.
A power outage at a key radar site has forced Birmingham Airport to suspend all incoming flights. Nine flights are cancelled or diverted, with delays exceeding four hours. Follow for live updates.
A mystery EuroMillions winner in Birmingham must claim a £1,000,000 prize by February 11. Three other UK millionaires also have unclaimed tickets. Find out how to check if you're the lucky player.
A forklift driver in Birmingham took matters into his own hands to move a badly parked Volkswagen Tiguan. The incident mirrors a 2022 case where a farmer was cleared for similar actions. Read the full story.
Marvin Ducksch scores twice as Birmingham City end their winless run with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Championship leaders Coventry City in a Midlands derby. Read the full match report.
In 1992, estate agent Stephanie Slater was kidnapped and held in a coffin for eight days. Her survival story and the hunt for killer Michael Sams.
Exclusive documents reveal Jewish groups warned West Midlands Police that banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match could be seen as antisemitic. Read the full investigation.
Hundreds of revellers in Birmingham's Centenary Square were left disappointed after a promised fireworks display failed to materialise for the second year running, following false online claims.
Hundreds of revellers braved the cold for a New Year's Eve fireworks display in Birmingham's Centenary Square that never happened, duped by online misinformation. Discover how fake events strain emergency services.
Exclusive photos reveal the current state of the HS2 high-speed rail project, showing progress on stations and viaducts as the new CEO promises a 'fundamental reset'. Discover the latest.
A Ryanair flight to Tenerife made an emergency U-turn after severe turbulence over France. A doctor onboard treated injuries, describing a 'horror scene'. Full details on the incident and passenger accounts.
Nearly a year into Birmingham's bin strike, residents face fly-tipping, vermin and environmental collapse. We investigate the human and ecological toll of the ongoing industrial action.
A Guardian investigation reveals how unregulated 'exempt' housing in Birmingham is failing vulnerable residents. In Selly Park, 42% of properties are now such homes, with 30,000 units city-wide. Read the full report.
Settlements for female council staff in roles like cleaners and carers have exceeded £1.1bn, with thousands more claims expected. The GMB union warns councils to negotiate or face huge bills.
Discover how retired teacher Ken Bonham, 79, filled his Birmingham flat with intricate memory boxes and dioramas inspired by a lifetime of travel and teaching. A heartwarming story of creativity.
A 41-year-old man faces multiple charges after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road, Birmingham. One pedestrian died, another was injured. Read the latest.
A senior West Midlands Police officer apologises to Birmingham's Jewish community after suggesting some supported banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from the Aston Villa match.
A man who used a flatsharing app to lure a vulnerable teenager to his home, where he strangled and raped her, has been jailed for 12 years. Read the full court report.
A Warwickshire police constable faces three theft charges for allegedly stealing cash and property while on duty. The case will be heard at Birmingham Crown Court.