Local Headlines from Thursday, July 17th, 2025

The memory of Electric Light Orchestra’s keyboardist is being honoured with the opening of a new production suite at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

Arriving just in time for the summer holiday's, visitors to Dudley Zoo are able to say hello to their adorable newborn sloth.

People can enjoy a game of outdoor chess with new tables that have been installed at Stevens Park in Quarry Bank and Abbey Street Park in Gornal.

Three Black Country MPs have blasted Dudley Council after the Government issued the authority with a Best Value Notice.