Local Headlines from Monday, April 13th, 2026

Major HS2 plans set for approval

Major plans to create “characterful” public spaces around the new HS2 station in Birmingham city centre have been recommended for approval.
Titanic Exhibition returns to Birmingham with major new artefacts

One of the UK's most celebrated touring exhibitions is returning to Birmingham this spring and it arrives with a collection more extraordinary than ever before.
Independents in Walsall steal official opposition title from Labour

Labour are no longer the official opposition group at Walsall Council after a group of independents overtook them.
Stolen vehicle recovered as arrest made in Sandwell

Police in Sandwell recovered a stolen vehicle and arrested a suspected thief in Tipton yesterday morning.