Festival attracts 56,000 visitors to the old power plant site
In the Capital of Culture year, the "Begehungen" art festival in Chemnitz attracted a record number of visitors. The venue had it all.
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Strong start: Munch exhibition attracts thousands of visitors
The famous Scream motif and almost 100 works by Edvard Munch - the exhibition in Chemnitz delights visitors and ensures long queues in the Capital of Culture year.
Biodiversity in the garden - BUND gives tips for animal lovers
Gardens can be a refuge for biodiversity, says the German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation. Even amphibians can become garden dwellers with a little human assistance.
Almost 58 million euros for urban development in Chemnitz
For the Capital of Culture year, numerous buildings and squares in Chemnitz have been spruced up at a cost of millions. But there have also been setbacks.
Novel "Rummelplatz" comes to the opera stage - in slow motion
The Second World War is over, but a nuclear arms race is underway between East and West. Miners in the GDR play an important role in this. They are now appearing on the opera stage in Chemnitz.
Lime treatment from the air for Saxon forests
The consequences of the acid rain at the end of the last century are still measurable in the forest soils in Saxony. Lime is now being spread again to improve the situation.
Germs in drinking water - no all-clear in Chemnitz
A bacterium has been causing problems in the drinking water network in Chemnitz for several weeks. The responsible supplier is still looking for the cause of the contamination.
Major Munch exhibition in Chemnitz - painting returns
Edvard Munch was once in Chemnitz himself and created paintings there. The art collections are now dedicating a major exhibition to the Norwegian artist entitled "Angst".
Chemnitz presents major Munch exhibition - painting returns
The Norwegian artist Edvard Munch was once in Chemnitz himself and created several paintings there. The art collections are now dedicating a major exhibition to him entitled "Angst".
Saxony's cultural foundation shows purchased works in Chemnitz
The Cultural Foundation of the Free State of Saxony regularly purchases works by Saxon artists. The latest acquisitions are on display in Chemnitz.
Almost 25,000 speeders on freeways have to pay fines
Some drivers like to accelerate on the highway without looking at the speed limit. The number of fines issued to speeders in Saxony remains at a high level.
From gray to light: artists set the scene in Chemnitz
Light Our Vision" has already transformed places in Chemnitz into luminous works of art twice. Planning is now underway for the third edition. It is all about people's visions for their city.
Munch and street art - what does Chemnitz have to offer in August?
The second half of Chemnitz's bid to become European Capital of Culture 2025 is already underway. In August, the program will be revved up once again. What visitors can expect.
Ibug street art festival enters its 20th edition
The Ibug street art festival is as much a part of summer in Saxony as ice cream and sunscreen. It is now in its 20th edition in the Capital of Culture year. The artists are already working at full speed.
Mental problems: Niners captain Richter ends his career
Jonas Richter played basketball for 20 years. Now mental problems have led to the Chemnitz native retiring at the age of just 28. He talks about his decision in a long video.
Art in the coal-fired power station: festival attracts thousands of visitors
Every year, the "Begehungen" festival brings abandoned places back to life with art. In this Capital of Culture year, the scale is larger than ever before: the venue is a decommissioned coal-fired power station.
Germs in drinking water - problems in Chemnitz continue
Strict criteria apply to drinking water. However, a bacterium has been causing problems in the pipeline network in Chemnitz for several weeks.
Concern about plans for new nuclear power plant in the Czech Republic
Unlike Germany, the Czech Republic is committed to nuclear energy and wants to build new plants near the border. This has met with rejection in Saxony. However, the Greens are missing a clear statement from the government.
Crowd favorite Yebo stays with Chemnitz basketball team
Kevin Yebo is staying with the Niners Chemnitz. The crowd favorite extends his contract and starts a season with the team with a EuroCup premiere.
Chemnitz bans water extraction from streams and rivers
Low water levels and persistent drought are an increasing threat to the flora and fauna in water bodies. Unfortunately, thunderstorms and sporadic rainfall have hardly brought any relief.
Greens: Don't sacrifice teaching quality to teacher shortage
Saxony is desperately looking for teachers. Minister of Education Conrad Clemens wants pragmatic solutions.
Niners Chemnitz get US-American Robbie Beran
The Niners' squad is taking shape. The new man occupies the seventh foreigner position for the Saxons.
Energy supplier in Chemnitz provides emergency cover
With the transition to renewables, there is growing concern about power cuts in times without wind and sun. Eins Energie has prepared for the worst-case scenario with a plant whose location is a secret.
Kraftklub's surprise concert has repercussions
The band Kraftklub gives a spontaneous concert in front of thousands of people in Chemnitz. This has consequences for the musicians.
Leipzig-Chemnitz express buses extended until mid-July
The connection between Leipzig and Chemnitz remains a constant annoyance for many. Despite an extended bus solution, there is still no real relief in sight for the route.
Right-wing extremist Sellner speaks to supporters in Chemnitz
An appearance by Martin Sellner at a public meeting in Chemnitz town hall was prevented by court orders. The Austrian nevertheless spoke to a few dozen supporters.
OVG decision: Martin Sellner may not speak in the town hall
The right-wing extremist Martin Sellner was supposed to give a speech on the topic of "remigration" during a meeting of the Free Saxons in Chemnitz town hall. The party has now been banned from the premises.
Fire salamander acutely threatened by water shortage
Sufficient water is a matter of survival for fire salamanders. As many streams are currently running low on water due to the drought, the amphibians are under threat.
NSU Documentation Center counts more than 3,000 visitors
Saxony was once the retreat of the NSU terrorists. Since the end of May, there has therefore been a new place of learning and remembrance for the victims of right-wing terror in Chemnitz. And it is very popular.
Plans for new theater building in Chemnitz
Chemnitz's theater is known far beyond the region, but it lacks a modern venue. Instead of the expensive renovation of the old theater, a new building is now being considered.
"Odyssey in C": A journey of dance discovery across Chemnitz
Chemnitz is making a name for itself with an unusual dance project: "Odyssey in C" leads through the city in 18 stations - from morning to night.
Crowd pleaser: final spurt for successful mining show
To mark the Capital of Culture year, the Archaeology Museum in Chemnitz is dedicating itself to mining, which has shaped Saxony for centuries. In doing so, the museum has struck a nerve.
From Krabat to Medicus: summer theater in the open air
Saxony's open-air stages are once again inviting you to enjoy theater in the open air this summer. What is on offer?
Hundreds dance in Chemnitz for a world record attempt
In the Capital of Culture, the city center was transformed into a ballet studio. It didn't quite work out with the largest ballet class in the world. Nevertheless, the organizers are satisfied.
Capital of Culture boosts tourism in Chemnitz
The Capital of Culture program attracts many visitors to the city. The tourism industry is benefiting from this. Contrary to the trend in Saxony, the number of visitors and overnight stays increased up to April.
Niners Chemnitz compete in the BKT EuroCup
The Niners Chemnitz will be competing internationally again in the coming season. This marks the next milestone in the club's development.
Positive results at the halfway point of the Capital of Culture
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz invites you to discover the previously unseen. Does this appeal to visitors?
Positive results at the halfway point of the Capital of Culture
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz invites you to discover the previously unseen. Does this appeal to visitors?
Landsdowne also leaves Niners Chemnitz
DeAndre Landsdowne is the last foreign professional to leave the Niners Chemnitz. Three new additions are coming to the European Capital of Culture.
More than a hundred thousand visitors at the "Kosmos"
It was a record attendance for the Chemnitz festival. In addition to the performances by the big stars, the smaller formats were also popular. The organizers are delighted.
Drug driving without a license: man flees from police
A man tries to flee from the police, but the officers are able to stop him - and record numerous offenses.
"Magical moment": Blond meets the Schumann Philharmonic Orchestra
The pop group Blond and the Robert Schumann Philharmonic Orchestra drew thousands of listeners to their crossover performance at the "Kosmos" festival against a historic backdrop. There were a few surprises.
Much more than Juli & Blond - "Kosmos" festival begins
The summer months are the heyday of open-air festivals. In Chemnitz, the "Kosmos" has developed into a crowd-puller. Around 300 program items are offered with free admission.
Minister of Culture completes internship at Chemnitz Industrial Museum
With a new format, the German Museums Association wants to sensitize political decision-makers to the challenges behind the scenes. The first trainee is Saxony's Minister of Culture.
Tango in Saxony: Capital of Culture looks to South America
How much Saxony is there in tango? The Capital of Culture program explores this in numerous events.
Sharp criticism of problems on the Chemnitz-Leipzig railroad line
The Leipzig-Chemnitz rail link is not only used by commuters, but also by many visitors to the Capital of Culture. But the problems continue.
"Pavilion of Fear" starts as an art and participatory project
In the Capital of Culture year, the Chemnitz art collections are preparing a major exhibition on Edvard Munch. Before it opens to visitors in August, a mobile art and hands-on project is now starting.
Despite insolvency: operations at Meyer Burger to continue
The solar manufacturer Meyer Burger is also fighting for survival in Germany. Despite filing for insolvency, production is set to continue - for the time being.
Organ donation: Award for East German clinics
The willingness to donate organs has largely stagnated - even in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. Three clinics in the region have now been recognized for their special commitment.
Dance, art, pop: festival summer for the Capital of Culture year
In the upcoming summer months, Chemnitz's Capital of Culture program will feature one festival after another. Here's what visitors can expect.
Writing in Chemnitz suggests Kraftklub performance
A mysterious sign in Chemnitz has been causing speculation for days. Since Wednesday, "Kraftklub" can also be read in large letters. A countdown begins in the evening.
Chemnitz eliminated from BBL quarter-finals
The Niners Chemnitz can only keep up with Heidelberg in the early stages. In the end, they are eliminated from the playoffs.
OVG must deal with deportation of Moroccan again
A Moroccan is deported despite a court order to the contrary. The Federal Constitutional Court has now dealt with the case and made a decision.
Chemnitz wildcats have offspring
The wildcats in the Oberrabenstein wildlife enclosure - part of the Chemnitz zoo - have been busy producing offspring for six years now. Now the time has come again.
Documentation center on the NSU complex opens in Chemnitz
Saxony was once the retreat of the NSU terrorists. In Chemnitz, there is now a new place of learning and remembrance for the victims of right-wing terror. Those affected also speak at the opening.
Documentation center on the NSU complex opens in Chemnitz
Saxony was once the retreat of the NSU terrorists. In Chemnitz, there is now a new place of learning and remembrance for the victims of right-wing terror. Those affected also speak at the opening.
Chemnitz exhibition shows German and Ukrainian art
Since Russia's war of aggression, more than a million Ukrainians have sought refuge in Germany. The art exhibition "What we are made of" in Chemnitz traces common identities.
Niners on the brink of elimination
Chemnitz kept things completely open in the second playoff game in Heidelberg until shortly before the end, but still came away as losers for the second time.
Malaise in the skilled trades: outlook for businesses remains negative
The upturn is still a long time coming for many craft businesses. Their assessment of their business situation is correspondingly negative. The situation is particularly difficult in one sector.
Chemnitz on the move - thousands run for culture
As European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz also celebrates sports culture. Thousands take part, accompanied by a wide-ranging music program.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in accident in Chemnitz
A motorcycle and a car collide at an intersection in Chemnitz. A 21-year-old man has to go to hospital with serious injuries.
Negative price on the stock exchange: electricity providers pay customers money
A driver fills up his car, but instead of having to pay, he receives money for every liter of gas. Unimaginable. But e-car owners could experience this - due to negative exchange electricity prices.
More than 200 musicians accompany the Capital of Culture Marathon
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz is also celebrating its sporting culture. More than 8,000 runners have registered for a marathon. It also offers a broad music program.
Additional trains for the Capital of Culture Marathon in Chemnitz
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn is expanding its train service for the Capital of Culture Marathon in Chemnitz. What is changing?
Hydrogen technologies: Master's program in Chemnitz
Hydrogen is seen as a key to the energy transition and Chemnitz is at the forefront of these developments. A Master's degree course on the subject will be starting soon.
Many vacancies in the care sector in Saxony
They are also urgently needed in Saxony: nursing staff. In terms of average age, the Free State will soon be the oldest federal state in Germany.
Chemnitz loses guest game in Oldenburg
Despite their 14th defeat of the season, the Saxons finish the main round of the Bundesliga in fourth place. A sleepy start cost the visitors a potential success despite a better scoring rate.
Theater occupied - director: action is absolutely peaceful
Since Friday evening, activists have been occupying the Chemnitz Schauspielhaus in protest against cuts to cultural and social services. Now the artistic director is speaking out.
After sensational find: New presentation on the Chemnitz mikvah
When archaeologists discovered the remains of a mikvah on the outskirts of Chemnitz city center in 2022, it was a minor sensation. Information about the find and its history is now available nearby.
Left Party leader criticizes own profit with Rheinmetall shares
Jan van Aken is a shareholder in the arms company - so that he can attend shareholder meetings. This has an interesting side effect for the chairman of the Left Party.
Van Aken: Merz policy "prepares the nest" for the AfD
The Left sees itself as an opponent of the right-wing AfD. But it is also fiercely opposed to the black-red federal government.
Capital of Culture: Activists occupy playhouse
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz is currently enjoying nationwide attention. Now activists have occupied the Schauspielhaus. What are the reasons?
Culture prize for Matthias Schweighöfer and Kati Witt
Chemnitz holds the title of European Capital of Culture this year. The European Cultural Awards have now been presented in the Opera House with a large crowd of celebrities. These are the honorees.
Left parties limit their parliamentary mandates to twelve years
Politics as a career? This is not the way forward for left-wing MPs. After a certain amount of time in parliament, they should leave.
Left for talks "on an equal footing" with the CDU/CSU
In the Bundestag, some issues must be decided by a two-thirds majority. The Left Party would go along with this in individual cases - but it imposes conditions.
Sports ministers support German Olympic bid
The German sports ministers have high hopes for a German bid for the Olympic Games. However, they do not want to commit to an exact year.
Chemnitz 2018: consultants complain about "delayed justice"
In the late summer of 2018, Chemnitz made national headlines with riots by right-wing extremists. The criminal investigation is far from over - much to the chagrin of the victims.
Pent-up demand for green heat - EnviaM plans investments
While electricity already often comes from renewable sources, there is a lot of catching up to do when it comes to the heating transition. According to EnviaM, higher costs compared to oil and gas are also a sticking point.
European Culture Prize for ex-footballer Michael Ballack
Michael Ballack gained his first soccer experience in Chemnitz. Now the former captain of the national team is returning there. For a very special reason.
Chemnitz on the brink of direct entry into the play-offs
After trailing by 22 points, Rodrigo Pastore's players staged a furious comeback and turned the tables in the final quarter.
Chemnitz-Leipzig railroad line: costs for planning increase
The expansion of the railroad line between Leipzig and Chemnitz has been under discussion for years. Now the project is facing additional planning costs. Does this mean it has to be slimmed down?
Chemnitz wins thrilling East derby
The Niners squandered a 16-point lead against Rostock in the final quarter and forced overtime on the last shot.
More voluntary departures by asylum seekers
Slightly fewer rejected asylum seekers were deported from Saxony in the first quarter. However, there were significantly more who left the country voluntarily.
17 points caught up: Niners Chemnitz beat Ludwigsburg
Rodrigo Pastore's players overcame a 17-point deficit against Ludwigsburg. Jacob Gilyard converts the two decisive free throws in overtime.
Capital of Culture effect: More interest in Theater Chemnitz
New plays, new guests - the Chemnitz theater is benefiting from the Capital of Culture year. But internally there is frustration. The reason is the impasse over the future of the Schauspielhaus.
Chemnitz with an embarrassing performance against Alba
The Saxons only managed one successful shot from the field in the second quarter. Coach Rodrigo Pastore's charges must tremble for a direct place in the playoffs.
Murder in the musician milieu - Chemnitz becomes a crime thriller backdrop
A music teacher is found dead in her apartment and her valuable violin has disappeared. The new ZDF Erzgebirgskrimi follows cultural paths. This has a very topical reason.
Show on the idea of sustainability at Rabenstein Castle
It is Saxony's smallest castle and belongs to the Chemnitz art collections. The new permanent exhibition in the museum there draws attention to a celebrity - with significance for the present day.
Niners Chemnitz lose in Heidelberg
The Saxons lose in Heidelberg and thus their third place. After a strong 24 minutes, the visitors collapse. They did not manage a successful shot for almost six minutes in the final quarter.
Largest Capital of Culture project: "Purple Path" opens
The "Purple Path" transforms the area around Chemnitz into a unique gallery for contemporary art. Big names such as Tony Cragg meet works by artists from the region.
Largest Capital of Culture project: "Purple Path" opens
The "Purple Path" transforms the area around Chemnitz into a unique gallery for contemporary art. Big names such as Tony Cragg meet works by artists from the region.
Night train from Stockholm to Chemnitz - three connections
The Capital of Culture is getting a direct connection to Sweden - at least on three weekends this year.
Chemnitz comes under the wheels in Ulm
The Saxons were already trailing by 4:33 after nine minutes in the summit clash at second-placed Ulm. Seven of the home side's players scored in double figures.
16-year-old flees from police check with car
A driver speeds away from a traffic stop in Chemnitz. When the police finally stop the car, the reason for the escape quickly becomes clear.
New museum for Karl Schmidt-Rottluff - in his childhood home
As Karl Schmidt, he went to Dresden 120 years ago after leaving school. There, he and three fellow students founded the artists' group "Brücke" - and from then on called themselves Karl Schmidt-Rottluff.
Chemnitz shows garages as places of cultural identity
The city of Chemnitz is offering an unusual discovery tour during the Capital of Culture year. The focus is on garages as places of cultural identity.
Chemnitz invites you to the garage course
There are around 30,000 garages in Chemnitz, many of which were built during the GDR era. In the Capital of Culture year, the city wants to make the otherwise unseen visible - and the garages are also in focus.
White Paper: What should change for Europe's Capitals of Culture
The European Capital of Culture program is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. However, the initiative in its current form is not without controversy. What will happen to it after 2033?
New art museum on Karl Schmidt-Rottluff
The beginnings of Karl Schmidt-Rottluff's artistic path lie in Chemnitz. A new museum in his parents' house traces his life and the early history of the "Brücke".
Wismut concludes cooperation agreement on remediation of contaminated sites
Wismut has acquired a great deal of expertise in the remediation of contaminated mining sites, which it now contributes worldwide. International projects are to be developed further with a new agreement.