‘Bully’ Behind £10,000 Blackmail Scam That Forced Birmingham Couple From Their Home Sentenced Tuesday, January 20, 2026 blackmail intimidation birmingham crime threats court sentencing scam abuse victimization A man who blackmailed a Birmingham couple out of nearly £10,000 and forced them to leave their flat has been sentenced to five and a half years in prison. Twaha Kaana, aged 27, targeted the couple after they refused him entry … Read More
Solis, Osman and the Loan Dilemma: Birmingham City’s Predicted XI to Face Sheffield Wednesday Tuesday, January 20, 2026 birmingham sheffield championship football loans injuries lineup stansfield osayi-samuel davies sport Birmingham City face a crucial test tonight as they visit Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough, seeking their first away Championship victory since October. With the game kicking off at 7:45pm, the Blues are under pressure to … Read More
Inside the Planned Retribution Shooting of a Father on His School Run Monday, January 19, 2026 shooting retribution gangcrime birmingham wolverhampton firearms violence law court crime A chilling premeditated attack saw a father gunned down outside his home as he returned from the school run, culminating in five men receiving a combined sentence exceeding 65 years in prison. The brutal shooting took place … Read More
Special Needs Children Face Failing System as Birmingham Council Spends £51m on Transport Monday, January 19, 2026 send transportation birmingham education disabilities localgovernment costs parents procurement inclusion sport Families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are facing significant challenges within a struggling system, according to the CEO of an online school. A recent report reveals that Birmingham City … Read More
Birmingham’s Most Dangerous Postcodes: Where Violent Crimes Are Most Prevalent Monday, January 19, 2026 birmingham crime violence lozells handsworth aston gangviolence sexualoffences innercity policing Certain areas of Birmingham experience significantly higher levels of violent and sexual crime compared to other parts of the city. Inner-city neighborhoods, in particular, consistently report the most serious offences, with … Read More
Full investigation launched at Birmingham's QE Hospital following death of beloved staff member Monday, January 19, 2026 hospital investigation communication brainaneurysm nhs death birmingham trust healthcare inquest A devoted father and committed hospital worker, Craig Green, tragically passed away after critical failings and missed opportunities within the very hospital where he was employed. The 39-year-old catering assistant at Queen … Read More