Double-decker's roof torn off by bridgepublished at 11:43 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
The vehicle's top deck was "completely removed" when it went through the tunnel in Birmingham.
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Double-decker's roof torn off by bridgepublished at 11:43 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Coventry sign Reading's Barrett on loanpublished at 11:39 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Coventry City sign Reading forward Josh Barrett on a loan deal until the end of the season, starting from 2 January.
Read MoreBirmingham celebrates Commonwealth winpublished at 11:34 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
As Birmingham celebrates hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2022, do people think the second city can pull it off?
Read MoreChristmas getaway: Roadworks lifted to help driverspublished at 11:32 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Allen Cook
BBC NewsFor many people across the West Midlands, tomorrow marks the start of the annual Christmas getaway, as people move around the country to be ready for Christmas Day.
To try and help, Highways England says it's lifting or finishing almost 400 miles of roadworks by tomorrow morning, external including on the A446 Stonebridge Road near Coleshill.
Image source, Getty ImagesHowever, several are staying in place as the organisation says they'll be too dangerous to remove, including:
- M6 Junction 16 (Crewe) to 19 (Knutsford) - Motorway upgrade - 20 miles
- M6 Junction 8 (West Bromwich) to M5 Junction 3 (near Oldbury) - Structural repairs with speed limits - 7 miles
The bus with a torn-off roofpublished at 11:26 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
The top of the double decker is left lying in the road after the railway bridge mishap.
Read MoreYour reaction to Brum hosting the 2022 Gamespublished at 11:20 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Stephanie Barnard
BBC NewsHere are some of the tweets in response to Birmingham being announced as host for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Badminton player Fontaine Wright tweets her support, after backing the initial campaign.
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End of twitter postKare Adengan, wheelchair athlete from Coventry posted:
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End of twitter post 2And Birmingham City FC can't contain their excitement:
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End of twitter post 3But what do you think? Have your say - Email-tweet @BBCMTD, external or get in touch via Facebook., external
Birmingham to host Commonwealth Gamespublished at 11:19 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Birmingham will host the 2022 Commonwealth Games - the most expensive sports event to be held in Britain since London 2012.
Read MoreCommonwealth Games to see 'dramatic regeneration' of citypublished at 11:15 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Kathryn Stanczyszyn
Political Reporter, BBC WMThe majority of the money to host the Commonwealth Games will be coming directly from government, according to mayor Andy Street, who said it would mean a "huge government pay into the region".
The games are set to cost £750m, making it the most expensive event since London 2012.
Image source, West Midlands MayorMr Street said remaining funds would come "from a number of sources", but admitted "we don't know the final budget yet".
"We will see dramatic regeneration" of the city, with both the extended Alexander stadium and the athlete's village located in the Perry Barr area of the city," he said.
"The economic case for this is overwhelming", Mr Street said, with "new transport being provided as well as new construction jobs.
"But we will have to raise some additional new cash".
'22 reasons why Brum'll be a good host'published at 11:06 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
The organisers behind the games have given us 22 reasons to support the impending games, including, external:
- Bid for the West Midlands, not just #Brum, external
- Regeneration plans will be accelerated
- Hollywood and music stars sprinkle a little stardust on the bid
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In the papers: Birmingham to host gamespublished at 11:00 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Here are some of the stories making the headlines on the Birmingham Mail website this morning:
- Birmingham confirmed as host for Commonwealth Games 2022, external
- Teen, 18, 'critical' after stabbed in chest in Staple Lodge Road, Northfield, external
- Double-decker bus loses roof after ploughing into railway bridge
PM congratulates city on Commonwealth Games successpublished at 10:54 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Prime Minister Theresa May tweeted her congratulations to Birmingham after the successful Commonwealth Games bid.
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End of twitter postVenues set to host Commonwealth Games eventspublished at 10:48 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
The wider West Midlands area will benefit from the Commonwealth Games in 2022, according to Mayor Andy Street.
Coventry's Ricoh Arena will host netball, and Leamington Spa is set to host lawn bowls and para lawn bowls.
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End of twitter postThe Genting Arena would host badminton, and Arena Birmingham the artistic and rhythmic gymnastics. Both have a 9,000-capacity.
Villa Park, the famous stadium of former Champions of Europe Aston Villa, will host rugby sevens.
The Symphony Hall, opened by The Queen in 1991 and home to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, will host weightlifting and para-powerlifting.
Three halls at the NEC will also be used, meaning most of the venues needed to host the games are already in place.
A new aquatics centre will be built in Sandwell.
London velodrome to host Commonwealth Games cyclingpublished at 10:40 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Kathryn Stanczyszyn
Political Reporter, BBC WMTrack cycling will be held in London, says the leader of Birmingham City Council Ian Ward.
He said the short lead-in for the games means they need the existing capacity the capital can offer.
He also confirmed there will be no shooting in the competition, which is on the Commonwealth Games Federation's (CGF) list of optional sports.
Image source, Birmingham City CouncilMan in critical condition after stabbingpublished at 10:26 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
BreakingStaple Lodge Road in Northfield, Birmingham is closed in both directions after an 18-year-old man was found with stab injuries to his chest and leg.
He's in a critical but stable condition, police say, after the stabbing which happened at about 20:30 last night.
Officers say they believe it was a targeted attack, and there was no danger to other members of the community.
The road remains closed for forensic examinations to continue.
Commonwealth Games: 'New chapter in Birmingham's history'published at 10:17 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Culture Secretary Karen Bradley says Birmingham will put on a “brilliant Games that will showcase the best of Britain to the world and make the entire country proud”.
Making the announcement, Commonwealth Games President Louise Martin told pupils at a Birmingham school assembly the games would "celebrate diversity, create opportunities and drive business links".
"We want this to be a brand new chapter in Birmingham's history, and we want you to be part of that," she said.
Are you happy to see the games come to Brum?published at 10:06 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Stephanie Barnard
BBC NewsGet in touch and let us know you're happy to see the Commonwealth Games come to Birmingham. Email - tweet @BBCMTD, external or get in touch via Facebook., external
Coventry sends its best wishes to its neighbouring city, after only recently been confirmed as the City of Culture.
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End of twitter postTable Tennis player, Kelly Sibley from Leamington Spa tweets:
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End of twitter post 2Mimi-Isabella Cesar, a rhythmic gymnast from Sutton Coldfield and a Team England Athlete Ambassador says she's thrilled that her home city is playing host.
New stadium promised as part of Commonwealth Games bidpublished at 09:59 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
As part of its bid to host the Commonweath Games Birmingham has proposed to create the UK's largest permanent athletics stadium, supplemented by four indoor arenas.
The Alexander Stadium, used by US athletes ahead of London 2012 Olympics, could see its capacity increase to 50,000, with a permanent capacity of 25,000.
As well as hosting the opening and closing ceremonies, it would be the athletics venue for the games.
Its proposed 25,000 seating plan would match that of Edgbaston Cricket Ground.
Commonwealth Games comes to Brum - Watch the announcementpublished at 09:41 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
So it's finally been revealed that Birmingham is hosting the global sports event in five years time in 2022.
Here's the moment it was announced...
Media caption, Birmingham named 2022 Commonwealth Games host
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street tweets:, external
Quote MessageAnd there we have it. Birmingham is the host city for the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Well done @BrumLeader @birminghamcg22 @BhamCityCouncil and everyone who has made this possible. What a fantastic Christmas present for our region!"
Andy Street, West Midlands Mayor
City officially to host Commonwealth Games 2022published at 09:30 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
BreakingIt's official, Birmingham has been announced as the host city for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
The announcement was made by Commonwealth Games President, Louise Martin at a special assembly at the Arena Academy in Birmingham.
Press conference ahead of 2022 Commonwealth announcementpublished at 09:21 Greenwich Mean Time 21 December 2017
Stephanie Barnard
BBC NewsEarlier this morning we told you Birmingham is set to be announced as host of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
This morning a press conference is being held. BBC WM reporter Daz Hale is there and will be bringing us all the latest.
We're expecting an announcement in the coming hour.
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