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Midlands Investment Firm Launches First Funding Round for University Spinouts - NATIONAL NEWS
Midlands Mindforge has completed its first round of investments, marking a significant step in efforts to support high-growth businesses emerging...
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250 new homes approved for Coventry's historic Daimler car factory site
Coventry City Council has granted outline planning permission to Dandara Central Limited for up to 250 new homes on the site of Britain's first car factory, with the historic Daimler Powerhouse to be retained as the centrepiece of the development
Cars at the Spa partners with local charity Achieving Results in Communities
ARC works with more than 500 people each year, supporting some of the most vulnerable members of the local community.
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Proposals to revamp former Earlsdon bank 'not up to standard' says campaigners
Coventry Society says the developers' plans are totally unsympathetic and will not make a positive contribution to the conservation area
Chilling moment Coventry murderer told police 'it was me...I did it' after horror knife attack
James Ritchie walked into Coventry Central Police Station and admitted his crime after fatally stabbing Anthony Wilson in the neck
More Savers Facing Large Tax Bills as Interest Earnings Rise - NATIONAL NEWS
Growing numbers of savers are facing substantial tax bills on the interest earned from their bank accounts, according to newly released figures.
Takeaway plan in former fashion shop refused as it would lead to 'overconcentration'
The council said the proposals would lead to an excessive number of hot food takeaways in the area, well above the national average, and cause a nuisance to neighbours
Coventry car wash fined again after two men found 'working illegally' in Home Office raid
Clean Car Centre Ltd on Binley Road has been handed a penalty of £120,000 after two foreign nationals were found 'working illegally' during a Home Office immigration enforcement raid.
'Brazen thieves stole by motorbike - but if I claim on insurance my premiums rise by £2,500 a year'
Hugo Jennings says the motorbike theft from Knight Avenue in Stoke has had a 'profound impact' on him
'It was part of our lives' - residents reminisce as city says goodbye to Coventry airport
The Pride of Willenhall asked members to share their memories
West Midlands Police spent £15m on vehicle repairs after nearly 4,000 crashes
In the past seven years, 3,970 West Midlands Police vehicles were involved in road traffic collisions – and 342 were written off completely, with vehicle repair costs topping £15 million according to a Freedom of Information request
'Devastated' family's tribute to Coventry teen Natalia Cestaro after hospital death
Natalia 'Tali' Cestaro was autistic and had complex mental health needs including EUPD
Coventry and Warwickshire footballers included in King's Birthday honours
They've each been awarded an MBE
Man dies in 'unexplained' incident at Whitmore Park Post Office in Coventry
Paramedics were called to Holbrook Lane yesterday (June 11)
Coventry and Warwickshire rush hour traffic LIVE as road still closed after bridge collapse
Marston Lane near Bedworth remains closed after a bridge partially collapsed yesterday. We’re bringing you road and rail disruption from that incident and other traffic and travel news from across Coventry and Warwickshire to help you get home for the weekend
City Centre South takes another step forward as new partner appointed for £450m scheme
Milligan has been appointed as commercial leasing partner for Coventry's £450m City Centre South regeneration project, as the development moves from demolition into delivery.
National Express West Midlands bus fares to rise - new prices in full
National Express West Midlands has announced widespread bus fare increases from 28 June 2026, with the all-day ticket rising 30p from £5.20 to £5.50 and a weekly pass going up from £20 to £21.
Warwickshire bikeability lead up for rising star award
Louise Newham has been shortlisted for the prestigious ‘Rising STAR Award’ at the 2026 national Bikeability Awards.
FOOTBALL - Coventry City have club-record £20million bid for goalkeeper Carl Rushworth rejected
According to The Athletic, Brighton have turned down Coventry's bid for the shot-stopper.
FOOTBALL - Florent Malouda believes Frank Lampard's Coventry City success gives credibility to managerial career
Malouda and Lampard played together for five seasons at Chelsea, winning the Champions League, Premier League, three FA Cup's and a Community Shield.