Sri Lankan-born artist Kanj Nicholas took up residence at the Museum of Cannock Chase to give visitors demonstrations of her water-colour work and wet-felting techniques.

The British Medical Association said ending Covid controls in England could have ‘potentially devastating consequences’.

Aston Villa's Tyrone Mings has hit out at Home Secretary Priti Patel after England players received racist abuse following their Euro 2020 final defeat.

Delivering a single source manufacturing solution for aluminium castings is helping a Black Country foundry bounce back from the pandemic.

The leader of Dudley Council vowed to celebrate businesses across the borough as he launched his Made in Dudley Borough initiative at a “pioneering” chemical firm.

Freedom Day must come with great caution, it was warned today as new figures show hospital cases rising.

A man murdered in a Wolverhampton flat hugged his girlfriend and told her he loved her moments before he was fatally stabbed, a jury heard.

More than 30 mayors and local leaders from across the country have today called for a 'power shift' to help combat climate change.

A new community hub which aims to be a place for sporting and mental wellbeing has been officially open by John Fury – the father of Tyson Fury.

A new campaign has been launched to encourage safer sex over the summer – following the announcement of the ending of Covid restrictions.

Almost 1,000 purple forget-me-not flowers have been placed in the heart of the Shugborough Estate as part of a hospice's appeal.

A new television ad campaign is celebrating 100 years of one of the West Midlands' most successful businesses.

The region will still be flying the flag for Black Country Day despite its events being scaled back once again due to Covid.

Wolverhampton Council has been shortlisted for multiple awards at the MJ Awards 2021 – which celebrate the best in local public services.

Police in the West Midlands were called to more than 60 incidents in relation to the Euro 2020 cup final on Sunday.

A fight broke out at a Black Country pub – hours before the England's 2020 Euros match with Italy.

Former Wolves star Geoff Thomas and his team have completed the full 2021 Tour de France route, one week ahead of the professionals.

A union has won a legal victory in its battle for compensation for workers who lost their jobs when Wolverhampton-based construction and outsourcing giant Carillion collapsed in January 2018.

A former hospital worker has spoken out about the moment she rushed to help a mother and her two children who were hit by a car while waiting for a bus.

A woman and two young children have been take to hospital after being injured in a hit-and-run in the Black Country.

The Health Secretary confirmed plans to go ahead with Step 4 of the road map next week but with strong guidance on the use of masks.

Almost £248,000 will be ploughed into tackling neighbourhood crime in Wolverhampton after a successful bid to a Home Office cash pot.

The Football Association also issued a statement saying it is ‘appalled’.

The Prime Minister said England is ‘tantalisingly close’ to having restrictions lifted.

The British Medical Association, which represents doctors, has said face coverings should continue to be worn in enclosed public spaces.

Social distancing is being scrapped but mask-wearing will still be recommended in some settings.

A “high quality” cocktail shop has been given the go-ahead to operate in Wolverhampton – providing it drops its “irresponsible” name.

Images posted on social media show long lines of travellers at Terminal 5.

The Duke of Cambridge was among those to respond after black England players were trolled.

Eleven new coronavirus deaths have been confirmed in the region's hospitals – in the latest figures released by NHS England.

Three people have been taken to hospital after a fight broke at out a pub minutes after the Euro 2020 final finished.

It’s no secret that the hair and beauty industries produce a lot of waste but Amy Church, owner of Tulip Hair in Stourbridge, is on a mission to change that.

Seven men arrested after a brawl involving knives have been released pending further enquiries.

Your photos as fans across the Black Country and Staffordshire cheered on England for the Euro 2020 final.

Crime in South Staffordshire has fallen overall by eight per cent over the past year but there is a "significant" amount of work to do, police chiefs say.

People in Norton Canes are being given the chance to shape the future of their village by having a say on everything from community facilities to new housing developments.

Railway enthusiasts will be in on the right track at a forthcoming auction of vintage items in Stourbridge later this month.

"That day, you took all that I am away from me; you took my confidence, my humour, my trusting nature, and my happiness."

Case rates are continuing to rise but the number of deaths remains at a low level.

Joy of joys - the hugely popular Lichfield Festival, a 10-day celebration of music and the arts attracting audiences from all over the region, is back.

The number of drive-in and drive-thru restaurants in England and Wales increased by 41% in the five years to the end of 2020.

Levels of household wealth have increased rapidly, in contrast to the falls seen in past recessions, says Resolution Foundation.

Classic car fans raised £1,000 for voluntary groups by driving 80 miles across the Black Country and Staffordshire.

MG Motor has seen a 76.3 percent growth in sales in the first six months of this year.

Youngsters have been learning to take care of mind and body during a special week-long celebration of sport and wellbeing.

Staff and volunteers have reached out to the community by tidying the canal towpath in Wolverhampton.

A day of excitement turned to elation, tension and eventual despair for England fans across the Black Country and Staffordshire.

England fans were out in force to show their support for the Three Lions in the Euro 2020 final against Italy.

Hundreds of people in the Black Country have been waiting more than a year for hospital treatment amid the backlog caused by Covid, while cancer delays are causing particular concern for bosses.

A Wolverhampton community space has been awarded a £301,000 National Lottery grant to help it develop its centre and activities.

Plans have been put forward for new housing estate and a car park on land next to a rail line near Lichfield.

Pupils at a Wolverhampton primary school have been getting into the Wimbledon spirit after their neighbours, Jardine Jaguar Wolverhampton, donated vital equipment including racquets, balls and nets.

Want to know where your taxes go to? One place you probably wouldn't think of looking is a barn.

People will “come to see” the demolition of the A34 Perry Barr flyover was the “right decision”, Birmingham’s council leader has said.

In the annals of skydiving, it must rank as one of the most extraordinary incidents ever.

A castle setting, disgusting eating trials involving insects and worms, unsympathetic hosts... No, this is not I'm A Celebrity – it's I'm a boarding schoolboy of yesteryear.

Things are really buzzing in Sedgley where members of the local Evening Townswomen's Guild have launched a Save The Bees campaign and designed a Post Box topper.

Wolves legend Steve Bull MBE has praised England fans in the region for their support ahead of the Euro final.

The Prime Minister will hold a press conference on the next stage of lifting lockdown on Monday.

Two young women were seriously injured when they were mown down by a car in what is being treated as a deliberate hit and run.

One man is seriously injured in hospital and seven others are in custody after a brawl involving knives in the Black Country.

Police are appealing for help to find a missing woman from Cannock.