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'We are getting better at solving child knife crime murders' West Midlands Police homicide team boss speaks out after another boy is convicted

West Midlands Police are investigating a rising number of child murderer cases - but detectives say they are getting better at bringing justice for families.

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Detective Nick Barnes

A previous Vaisakhi procession from Wednesfield to Willenhall.

Road closures as thousands prepare for Willenhall and Wednesfield Vaisakhi festival

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Staffordshire council announce temporary traffic closure on high street

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Managers James Green Halgh and Rachel Swinscoe

Inside the newly renovated pub in the quaint Severn Valley village that has just reopened with a new food menu

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Walsall Post Office reopens with new owners

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Dan Morris: Nothing like the sound of His Master's Voice

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