An academy school and a primary school in Cheslyn Hay has received a heart defibrillator that can be accessed in an emergency by both schools.

A new procedure that can reduce the risk of stroke in patients who cannot take blood thinning medication has been successfully completed at Wolverhampton’s New Cross Hospital.

An imbalance between supply and demand for properties remains the primary reason driving the climb in house prices, Halifax said.

People interested in becoming a foster carer in Wolverhampton can find out more about it by popping into a new pop-up "shop" in a shopping centre.

A banned driver who led police on a high-speed pursuit in Black Country streets before crashing his car and abandoning his heavily pregnant partner at the scene has been given a community order.

Relatives of a 28-year-old motorcyclist who died in a horror crash at a notorious crash site were left with unanswered questions after his inquest.

A man squeezed a woman's neck during a domestic attack before assaulting a police officer in Wolverhampton.

Union members at the University of Wolverhampton are concerned that there won't be enough staff to teach students in several subjects next year as staff feel "pressure" to accept resignation offers.

Walsall swimming star Ellie Simmonds is helping to inspire youngsters in the Black Country through a major campaign to promote the sport.

The first phase of works to improve public spaces in Wednesbury town centre is on track to be completed by the end of July.

David Baddiel summed it up as well as any political commentator when the Prime Minister was greeted with a cacophony of boos at St Paul’s Cathedral, while celebrating the Platinum Jubilee.

A 22-year-old man found with a stun gun in Walsall has pleaded guilty to drug dealing offences.

Britain is also to supply Ukraine with long-range multiple launch rocket systems to strike Russian artillery systems.

The Three Lions supporters were arrested after trouble in Munich on Monday.

Conservative MPs across the Black Country and Staffordshire have now had their say on Boris Johnson's future.

Schoolchildren ducked under their desks after three teenagers with a knife on the premises triggered a lockdown.

Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said that Moscow’s forces have ‘liberated’ 97% of the Luhansk region.

Staff at the University of Wolverhampton have called the university's 'voluntary resignation' scheme "chaotic cruelty".

A van containing £20,000 worth of wedding decorations has been stolen in Staffordshire.

Two men are being sought by police after a 20-year-old man was doused in petrol and set on fire as at a petrol station in Dudley.

Fuel prices continue to climb with no sign of stopping and warnings that petrol could soon reach £2 a litre.

The memory of a Black Country schoolgirl has been honoured through charity donations and a memorial garden.

Boris Johnson urged ministers to cut government costs and promised lower taxes to boost the economy as he sought to repair his battered leadership.

A proud member of the Ukrainian community in the region has helped to raise funds for charity through a half-marathon.

West Midlands Metro services will finally resume on Thursday, after being suspended for over two and a half months.

A drug dealing rapper has admitted shooting dead teenager Kimani Martin in Tividale.

All none-emergency activity at West Park Hospital will be stopped during the Commonwealth Games cycling event Wolverhampton.

The founder of a West Midlands charity has hailed its volunteers after recent royal recognition.

A leading supplier of labour to the construction industry has won a contract with HS2 which will create more than 500 jobs.

Staffordshire MP Michael Fabricant has warned Boris Johnson he needs to "get a grip on delivering" for the British people or risk defeat for the Tories at the next election.

More than 10,000 tickets have already been sold for a major music and entertainment festival being held at Weston Park in the summer.

The UK is to send its first long-range missiles to Ukraine.

The Ukrainian president called the Prime Minister a ‘true friend of Ukraine’ after Boris Johnson survived the confidence vote.

Passengers travelling from Birmingham Airport have continued to face delays before departing as disruptions remain.

A son who slashed his father in the belly resulting in surgery has been locked up for more than three years.

Luxury car maker Jaguar Land Rover has been given the green light to store crates at its Stone site despite objections from nearby residents.

A 98-year-old World War Two veteran, inspired by Captain Sir Tom Moore, has raised £20,000 for Motor Neurone Disease by taking daily walks in his garden – despite the fact he broke his back in three places in 2016.

The car ended up lodged in the side of Shannon’s pub in Birmingham.

Tim Hortons, the Canadian restaurant chain, will open its new drive-thru site at the Merry Hill shopping centre on June 20.

Police have warned there is no ‘magic supply’ of officers to tackle increasing booze-fuelled crime in Walsall town centre.

Halesowen College’s nursery, Nursery@B63 is having open days on the next two Saturdays.

Trebor Developments and Schroders Capital UK Real Estate Fund have secured detailed planning consent to build a parcel hub of approximately 60,000 sq ft for DPD at Wolverhampton.

In Boris Johnson’s eyes, Monday's confidence vote brought with it the chance to finally move on from what he called “the media’s favourite obsession”.

Waste management company Biffa has signalled it would be willing to accept a potential £1.4 billion bid from a US investor.

The cost-of-living crisis, the war in Ukraine and dealing with a divided party are just some of the difficulties the Prime Minister continues to face.

It was unclear how many bodies might remain at the plant.

A former executive assistant from Wolverhampton who took voluntary redundancy is now helping hundreds of key business support staff overcome feeling ‘invisible and alone'.

Walsall’s newly-elected mayor has today defended her name after being suspended over a WhatsApp post.

A new species of bug has been found by volunteers at a nature reserve near Bridgnorth.

Peter Bradley's new book tells the heartbreaking story of a family ripped apart by the Nazis.

The UK's automotive industry suffered its second weakest May in three decades, figures show.

Several West Midlands MPs have announced they will support the Prime Minister in a no confidence vote after scores of Tory MPs called for him to be replaced.

A man in his 70s had to be cut out of a vehicle following a collision between a van and a car.

It's been an incredible year for Eva Abley, as the 14-year-old finished in fifth place on Britain's Got Talent.

In an age when gleaning facts can be difficult, proper journalism matters.

Former Wolves owner Steve Morgan urged Tory MPs not to ditch the Prime Minister ahead of Monday night's confidence vote.

A Staffordshire support group for people with dementia - as well as their loved ones and carers - has celebrated the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in style.

Britain united over the Bank Holiday weekend to eat, drink, sing, and celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Passengers have been left facing a string of delays at Birmingham Airport with the longest wait being around 16 hours amid disruption across the UK.

People on the high street have been strong in their opinions on Prime Minister Boris Johnson, with many believing it is time for him to go.

A man in his 40s suffered "nasty head and face injuries" during a robbery in Walsall in which his wallet was stolen.

Sandwell Council has referred itself to a housing watchdog after an historical issue with electrical installation condition reports (EICR) for social housing was discovered.

Patriotic Black Country homeowners are happily tearing down the bunting today after being driven to distraction by motion sensor security cameras during the Platinum Jubilee weekend.

Police are investigating after a spate of vehicle thefts in Staffordshire.

The weaponry has a longer range than any missile technology currently in use in the war.

The case against an Argentinian national accused of murdering a Crufts dog breeder has been officially closed after he died in custody.

Hollywood star Johnny Depp has been mobbed by hordes of fans in the West Midlands ahead of an expected appearance onstage with his friend Jeff Beck.

Police are continuing their inquiries after human remains were discovered in woodland in Walsall.

Human remains have been discovered in woodland in Walsall.

HS2’s designers have released updated designs for the land surrounding the section of the high-speed rail line that crosses the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal between Sutton Coldfield and Marston.

Three men and three youths have pleaded not guilty to murder after a man was fatally shot at a house in the Black Country.

Tories in the region today blasted "self-indulgent" MPs opposing Boris Johnson as they backed the PM to win tonight's confidence vote.

Walsall’s new American owners, Trivela Group, have taken over the Saddlers as part of their aim to have a ‘multi-club ownership model in global football’.

Shifnal's mayor has hailed the opening of a new police base in the town as a major step forward in the relationship between the police force and the community.

Sandwell's "dancing mayor" was happy to shake a leg at the Brasshouse Community Centre's Platinum Jubilee Party.

Ian Kirwan worked as a contractor for Jaguar Land Rover.

Bogus tradesmen and tree surgeons have been targeting the vulnerable in South Staffordshire by cold-calling, police say.

A man who was badly burned in a car fire at a petrol station in Dudley remains in hospital, police say.

Two newly-qualified police dogs have joined the ranks of Staffordshire Police after an intensive 13-week training course – bringing the total in the force to almost 30.

A Festival of Vehicles will be held at the Black Country Living Museum to celebrate the region's rich vehicle-manufacturing history.