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Great New Partnership Helping Young People Back Into Work!

KIC Studios team up with Black Country NHS Workwell to support young people back into work.

KIC Radio Funding Success from The National Lottery Community Fund!

Kids In Communication (KIC) Secures £240,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund to Expand Media and Youth Voice Opportunities

Young Achievers Celebrate Qualification Success at KIC Radio

A group of talented young individuals proudly received their qualifications after completing a Level 1 Award in Skills For Working In Digital Industries programme at KIC Radio, marking a significant milestone in their personal and professional development.

Busill Jones Primary Pupils Take a Stand as Knife Crime Ambassadors

A group of dedicated Year 6 students from Busill Jones Primary School in Bloxwich have taken a stand against knife crime, stepping into their roles as Knife Crime Prevent Ambassadors as part of a pioneering initiative led by West Midlands Police.

Student guilty of murdering his on-off girlfriend

Zhe Wang was fatally stabbed by US national Joshua Michals, a fellow student at Goldsmiths University.

Teenage asylum seekers sentenced for raping 15-year-old girl

A judge has lifted reporting restrictions on naming the attackers, Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niaza.

Fraudster released from prison after staffed fooled by fake email

Junead Ahmed is sentenced after being wrongly released from Chelmsford jail in 2023.

Protesters and police clash as trees cut down

One protester had to be treated at the scene after police said she "fell to the floor".

Rapper Ghetts admits death by dangerous driving

The musician killed Yubin Tamang, 20, in Ilford, north-east London, in a hit-and-run collision.

Jewish leader 'disappointed' by Maccabi ban claims

Ruth Jacobs says she claims Jewish representatives did not agree to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.

'Danger to life' warning issued for Storm Bram

The Met Office said it expects disruption as flooding could cut off communities.

Reform councillor's firm fined over illegal worker

Durham councillor Andrew Harrison says the worker was legal and he is appealing against the fine.

Woman who died after crash 'extraordinary mother'

The family of a 39-year-old mum who died pay tribute to her "kindness and gentle strength".

Man who fell from hot air balloon took own life

The inquest heard Jesus Lato Garzon had "waved at the camera" before leaving the balloon.

No refunds for 'awful' Christmas drone show

Organisers Lumina Sky Theatre says it will not offer refunds, but is holding a private show.

'Lovable giant' looking for forever home

Brody, the "goofy" giant, is attracting a lot of attention for Animal Concern Cumbria.

Twin brothers embark on Christmas kindness mission

George and Stanley's 12 good deeds include giving presents to people in York care homes.

Poppy seller amazed by Instagrammer's £12k gift

Denis Scaife's fundraising total now stands at £38,000.

Police horses back 'on the beat' after 26 years

Officers on patrol give advice to people about their driving and conduct stop and searches.

Why are there bananas on the beach?

Here is what we know so far after 16 containers fell from a cargo ship in the Solent.

'Stone thieves are stealing our street's history'

Thieves have been ripping up centuries-old Yorkshire stone, leaving residents calling for help.

Poverty champion ran secret hate mail campaign

Ex-Labour councillor Gerard Woodhouse may have targeted multiple victims, a BBC investigation finds.

'I ran 5k then was told I had breast cancer'

Ellie Philpot was 23, and a runner and gym-goer working 12 hours shifts - before she found a lump.

Jury changes making law students rethink careers

Students say the justice system is at risk under the government's plans.