Sandwell16 May 2026'Outstanding' geology of Black Country examined by artistStuart Whipps is examining more than 420 million years of geological history in the West Midlands. 16 May 202611 May 2026Protest votes and illegal immigration drove town away from Labour People in Blackheath, Sandwell, say why they voted for Reform UK. 11 May 202611 May 2026Wife joins study to boost dementia carer supportDudley's Sue Meese cares for husband Mick, whose 2024 dementia diagnosis turned things upside down.11 May 202610 May 2026Reform 'absolutely ready to run councils'Many West Midlands local authorities are under no overall control, signalling difficult times ahead.10 May 20269 May 2026Hope for change after councils change handsIn the town centres some shoppers said concerns about immigration was a key issue. 9 May 20268 May 2026Reform takes control of Walsall and Sandwell councilsReform takes control of the two Black Country authorities as Labour and the Tories lose seats.8 May 20267 May 2026Polls close in West Midlands local electionsBallots will now be counted with results expected to be announced on Friday.7 May 20267 May 2026Voting under way in West Midlands as polls openElections are taking place across 11 different West Midlands councils.7 May 20266 May 2026How Thursday could be Sandwell's biggest election in decadesLabour has run Sandwell Council since 1979 but there are signs the party's grip is under threat.6 May 2026...
