BSW founds its own youth association in Saxony
The BSW has founded its youth association for Saxony in Chemnitz. The newly elected leadership duo wants to campaign for social issues.
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Federal government funds NSU center in Chemnitz with 1.2 million euros
More than 14,000 people have visited the NSU Center in Chemnitz since May 2025. It is now receiving further support from the federal government - and is to be made permanent.
Kretschmer: "Chemnitz has written cultural history"
Chemnitz was European Capital of Culture in 2025. The year helped to bring Europe closer together, says Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer.
Closing time: Chemnitz says bye-bye as Capital of Culture
For the fourth time, a German city was European Capital of Culture. In 2025, Chemnitz made a name for itself with its diverse cultural offerings. An extraordinary year ends for the city.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe: Assets must be distributed differently
Large fortunes are inherited in Germany. The Commissioner for Eastern Europe sees a need for action - and not just between East and West.
Farewell to the Capital of Culture year with rave and mountain parade
Chemnitz rings out the Capital of Culture year and combines tradition and party for the finale. There will be open-air dancing in the city center.
Over 2 million visitors in Chemnitz Capital of Culture year
Almost 2,000 events, more than 2 million guests: Chemnitz was European Capital of Culture for a whole year. Minister of State for Culture Weimer praises a creative spirit of optimism in the city.
Finance Minister Piwarz: New debt will not solve problems
Saxony's finance minister is skeptical about taking on new debt. How Saxony wants to save money and modernize its administration instead.
Kraftklub celebrates life with "Dying in Karl-Marx-Stadt"
A huge sign reading "Sterben in Karl-Marx-Stadt" (Dying in Karl-Marx-Stadt) was a mystery in Chemnitz at the end of May - until Kraftklub revealed the secret with a surprise concert. Now it's here, the new album.
Goodbye Capital of Culture - What remains of Chemnitz 2025?
With special exhibitions, festivals, dance and theater, Chemnitz 2025 made a name for itself nationwide as the European Capital of Culture. Did the Year of Culture achieve its goals? And what remains?
Kraftklub singer wants a clearer edge against the right
Kraftklub singer Felix Kummer knows the light and dark sides of Chemnitz inside out. What he missed in the Capital of Culture year and why he had "butterflies in his stomach".
After Munch comes Claus: New art show attracts visitors to Chemnitz
With the major Munch exhibition, the Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz have presented a highlight in the Capital of Culture program. Now the museum is turning its attention to an internationally acclaimed artist from the region.
Light art, mountain parade, rave: goodbye Capital of Culture 2025
Chemnitz bids farewell to the European Capital of Culture 2025. What visitors can expect at the finale - and the best way to get there.
Light art, mountain parade, rave: goodbye Capital of Culture 2025
Chemnitz bids farewell to the European Capital of Culture 2025. What visitors can expect at the finale - and the best way to get there.
Black Friday in Saxony: big opportunity or big trap?
Discounts that only appear to offer savings and fake stores that are becoming increasingly brazen: What Saxony's consumers need to know now to avoid falling into the Black Friday trap.
Program for "Theater of the World" festival takes shape
International perspectives meet Capital of Culture heritage: a high-caliber jury forms in Chemnitz for the final selection of projects ahead of the 2026 festival launch.
Survey: Image boost for Chemnitz through Capital of Culture year
In a few days, the curtain will officially fall on the Chemnitz Capital of Culture year. What has it achieved? MDR asked more than 13,000 people. This is the result.
Niners Chemnitz concede first home defeat
The home streak of the Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team is broken. A disastrous start to the final quarter against Alba Berlin was their undoing.
FDP Saxony senses a spirit of optimism in its own ranks
"The dead live longer", as the saying goes. The FDP in Saxony wants to shed its image as a loser from previous election campaigns and finally get back on track.
Bus and train travel in Central Saxony will become more expensive
Passengers in Central Saxony will soon have to adjust to higher ticket prices. Subscription customers can save money, however. Where and when prices will rise and which tickets will even be cheaper.
Reiche calls for more "risk appetite" and less bureaucracy
Less bureaucracy, more courage to take risks: Federal Economics Minister Reiche sees this as the key to new investments and growth in Germany.
Saxony's Industry Dialogue discusses the future of mobility
How can structural change succeed in Saxony's industry? Experts discuss e-mobility, infrastructure and new value creation at the Industry Dialogue in Chemnitz.
Niners Chemnitz celebrate first away win in the Eurocup
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team put in an impressive performance for a long time in Trento, but had to tremble briefly at the end after taking a 22-point lead.
NSU documentation center in Chemnitz remains
A documentation center on the NSU terror opened in Chemnitz during the Capital of Culture year. Since then, it has counted more than 13,000 visitors. The commemorative work is to be continued in 2026.
Robots and AI find their way into Saxony's SMEs
Robby" has been a permanent member of the team at family business Arnold Electronic since last year. What challenges and opportunities does the use of robots and AI present for smaller companies in Saxony?
Niners Chemnitz concede home defeat in Eurocup
The form crisis of the Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team continues in the Eurocup. They at least put up a good fight against Podgorica. In the end, however, nothing worked out.
Chemnitz with budget freeze for 2026
Personnel, office supplies, training: Chemnitz is making big savings in 2026. What exactly is planned and why.
Niners Chemnitz lose after taking a clear lead in the Eurocup
The decimated Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team suffers another narrow away defeat in the Eurocup. After a self-sacrificing fight, they ran out of steam in the end.
84,000 guests at the Munch exhibition in Chemnitz
What makes Munch's paintings such a crowd-puller? According to curator Kopka, the themes of fear and loneliness hit the "nerve of the times".
EnviaM cuts electricity and gas prices for eastern Germany again
From 2026, many EnviaM customers will pay less for electricity, gas and heating energy. However, the supplier warns of price fluctuations in the future.
Capital of Culture finale with mountain parade, light art and dance
The Chemnitz Capital of Culture program is entering the home straight. This is what visitors can expect in November and at the finale at the end of the month.
Ayse Irem wins German Poetry Slam Championship
For four days, the best of the German-speaking poetry slam scene competed in Chemnitz for the crown of the poetry competition. Who was the most convincing in the individual and team competitions?
Niners Chemnitz celebrate next home win
The Chemnitz basketball team remains undefeated at home in the Bundesliga. After some initial difficulties, they gave the team from Braunschweig, who were second last in the table, no chance.
Help for the homeless: cities respond to cold nights
There are numerous offers for homeless people in Saxony in winter. How the cities react to the cold nights and where support is available.
Help for the homeless: cities respond to cold nights
There are numerous offers for homeless people in Saxony in winter. How the cities react to the cold nights and where support is available.
Wage increase for Saxony's nursing staff
Nursing staff in Saxony are being paid more for their work. Their wages have recently risen more than the national average. Nevertheless, a number of federal states are paying more.
Poetry slam scene chooses its champions in Chemnitz
Poetry slams have a large fan base as modern poetry competitions. Now the scene is choosing its German-speaking champions. Who will manage to win over the audience with their lyrics?
Niners Chemnitz down Ulm
Chemnitz's Bundesliga basketball team put on a thrilling duel with the runners-up in the Eurocup. After squandering the lead, a furious final phase brings home victory.
Neubauer on the "cityscape" debate: "The problem is men"
Luisa Neubauer accuses Chancellor Friedrich Merz of missing the point in the debate on security. What bothers the climate activist about the chancellor's stance.
Poetry slam scene chooses its champions in Chemnitz
Poetry slams have a large fan base as a modern poetry competition. Now the scene is choosing its German-speaking champions. Who will manage to convince the audience with their texts?
Niners Chemnitz collapse after the break
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team overcomes a weak start in Bamberg, but then completely loses the thread. The defense in particular disappoints.
Steinmeier at the Environmental Award: Don't neglect the climate
The award, presented by the Federal President, is one of the most highly endowed environmental prizes. This year, an innovative galvanizing process and research into the climate system are being honoured.
Personal objects tell the story of ore mining in Saxony
From ceremonial sabres to wedding hats: an exhibition uses personal objects to tell the story of ore mining in Saxony.
German Environmental Award is presented in Chemnitz
The award, presented by the Federal President, is one of the most highly endowed environmental prizes. This year, an innovative galvanizing process and research into the climate system are being honoured.
First graduates of the human medicine course in Chemnitz
Saxony is desperately looking for doctors in the province. This is why a model degree course in human medicine was set up in Chemnitz in 2020. The theoretical part of the course has now been completed.
IHK deplores deindustrialization - change of course required
In south-west Saxony, jobs are being lost and investments are failing to materialize. Why the Chamber of Industry and Commerce and the skilled trades are sounding the alarm and what is weighing on companies the most.
Chemnitz basketball team suffers first home defeat
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team compensates for its shortcomings against London with a strong fighting spirit. In a close game, however, it was the visitors who won in the end.
Niners Chemnitz let victory slip from their grasp
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team was on course for a long time in the cup round of 16 at Rasta Vechta. They then squandered an 18-point lead in the second half.
Chemnitz celebrates apples with more than 1,000 new trees
The Capital of Culture celebrates the apple: even more tree plantings, a varied program of events and a contribution to biodiversity characterize the "Harvest" planting festival.
Niners Chemnitz suffer narrow defeat in Istanbul
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team, which has been spoiled by success recently, has suffered a setback in the Eurocup. After a strong comeback, Besiktas Istanbul lacked the strength in the end.
New bicycle bridge opened in Chemnitz
A new bridge for cyclists connects the districts of Rottluff and Rabenstein. The bridge is part of a premium cycle path. Work will soon begin on another section.
Niners Chemnitz celebrate third win in a row
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team confirms its strong early form against Ludwigsburg. After a furious first half, they are only briefly in trouble.
Niners Chemnitz celebrate premiere victory
The Chemnitz basketball team had a rousing home debut in the Eurocup. They took an early lead against the traditional Lithuanian club Panevezys in the first half.
First battery-powered train taken over for Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn wants to replace diesel operation with the new battery-powered train. Training and test runs between Leipzig and Chemnitz are scheduled first.
Niners Chemnitz win in Heidelberg
With an energetic performance, the Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team secures its first away win in the fourth game in seven days. They had to tremble briefly in the final quarter.
Niners Chemnitz win in Heidelberg
With an energetic performance, the Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team secures its first away win in the fourth game in seven days. They had to tremble briefly in the final quarter.
Irish film wins European Children's Film Award
The "Schlingel" festival is all about films for young audiences. Which films were particularly well received this time?
Niners Chemnitz win their home opener
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team struggles for a half against Hamburg, but then the knot bursts. In the end, they even crack the 100-point mark.
Chambers demand adherence to area target for wind power
The East German Minister Presidents are in favor of new rules for the expansion of wind power. The chambers of industry and commerce consider this to be the wrong signal.
End of care level 1? - A good 58,000 Saxons would be affected
If care level 1 is abolished, more than 58,000 Saxons could have to do without important subsidies. What this means for independence in old age - and why the VdK is sounding the alarm.
Niners Chemnitz lose Eurocup thriller in Greece
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team experienced a rollercoaster of emotions in Athens. After a desolate start and a clear lead in the second half, they lost in overtime.
Bridge to nowhere and bicycle barometer end up in the black book
A bridge without a connection and expensive bicycle barometers: Two Saxon projects are featured in the Taxpayers' Association's new Black Book. What is criticized.
"Under full sail" - Capital of Culture in the final phase
The Chemnitz Capital of Culture program is entering its final phase. In October, the creative artists are once again coming up with new offers: from Jewish culture to poetry slams.
"Under full sail" - Capital of Culture in the final phase
The Chemnitz Capital of Culture program is entering its final phase. In October, the creative artists are once again coming up with new offerings: from Jewish culture to poetry slams.
Niners Chemnitz lose at runners-up
The start to the Bundesliga season fails for the Chemnitz basketball team. In Ulm, the newly formed team kept up well for a long time, but had to let up in the final quarter.
86,000 guests marvel at light art in Chemnitz
Around 86,000 people experienced the light art festival in Chemnitz. Why not only the number of visitors counts for the organizers, but also the debate about the city centre.
Film off for the "rascal" - festival offers nine premieres
The children's film festival "Schlingel" is celebrating its 30th anniversary. More than 200 films are on the program over the next few days - some are being shown publicly for the very first time.
Thyssenkrupp cuts 270 jobs in Saxony
The employees of Thyssenkrupp in Chemnitz and Hohenstein-Ernstthal had bad premonitions. Now it is certain: the company is closing the sites with 270 employees.
Large crowds of visitors: Munch exhibition opens longer
Almost 100 Munch works as well as works by other artists - including Warhol and Rauch - attract visitors to Chemnitz. Due to the crowds, the show will be open longer from now on.
More than 100,000 visitors to the Chemnitz Industrial Museum
In the Capital of Culture year, Chemnitz's museums offer a wide range of exhibitions. And they are very popular. The Industrial Museum, for example, is already reporting record visitor numbers.
Light art festival puts Chemnitz landmark in the limelight
Light show meets vision: the "Light Our Vision" festival not only illuminates well-known architecture in Chemnitz, but also provides impetus for further urban development. What visitors can expect.
New hydrogen center starts work in Chemnitz
The federal government is investing up to 290 million euros in four large hydrogen centers. The first has now opened in Chemnitz. Here, companies receive help to test new products and bring them to market maturity.
Thyssenkrupp employees fear for their jobs
Families and colleagues take to the streets together: Why 270 Thyssenkrupp employees fear for their future and what IG Metall is now demanding.
For comeback: top gymnast Schäfer-Betz changes coach
Pauline Schäfer-Betz has to have an operation due to persistent hip problems. The former world champion will therefore miss the home European Championships. The gymnast dares to take a new path for her comeback.
Weimer praises Chemnitz: Culture builds bridges
Minister of State for Culture Weimer sees Chemnitz as a creative city open to the world. What the European Capital of Culture 2025 makes visible for the region and Europe.
IG Metall urges more speed for e-mobility in the East
How at risk are jobs in eastern Germany due to the slow expansion of electromobility? Trade union and experts call for investment and clear commitments for locations.
Panter still in favor of phasing out combustion engines - but calls for realism
Economics Minister Panter warns: without predictability and realistic targets, the car industry in Saxony is threatened with dependence on China. What solutions does he have for the future of the electric car?
Anti-Semitism: further criticism of street art festival Ibug
This year's Ibug street art festival was overshadowed by accusations of anti-Semitism. Even after the end of the show, the criticism continues - critics feel their views have not been sufficiently taken into account
Around 700 monuments open to visitors
More than 100,000 cultural monuments are maintained in Saxony: from the Zwinger Palace and the Semper Opera House in Dresden to Leipzig Central Station. Several hundred offer special events on Monument Day.
Cyclist stopped on drugs and with a souped-up pedelec
Without a driver's license, without insurance - and under the influence of drugs to boot: Why a cyclist from Chemnitz is facing several charges.
European Peace Ride ends with a festival in Chemnitz
The cyclists on the European Peace Ride have more than 500 kilometers in their legs when they reach the finish line in Chemnitz. There are some prominent names among them.
Donation: Chemnitz receives 42 works of Expressionist art
A painting by Kirchner, a double portrait by Schmidt-Rottluff: the Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz can be pleased about an extraordinary donation. The new acquisitions will be on display from mid-October.
Reading marathon from works by Stefan Heym
From the city library to the former prison: Chemnitz reads Stefan Heym and invites you to discover the man behind the books. What the "Heym Journey" has in store for visitors.
"Schlingel" film festival offers nine premieres
Nine premieres, films from 58 countries and an XXL children's jury: the "Schlingel" festival is celebrating its anniversary. What the Chemnitz children's film festival is bringing to the big screen this time.
Chemnitz analysis sees upward trend for e-cars
New registrations of e-cars have not developed as hoped for some manufacturers. As a result, many have readjusted their strategy. A new analysis shows what this means in concrete terms.
Ibug Festival attracts more than 35,000 visitors
Accusations of anti-Semitism, a work of art taken down and a surprising U-turn: The Ibug Festival was the subject of controversial debates this year.
Board of Directors sees accusations of anti-Semitism refuted
Are some of the artworks in the Ibug street art show in Chemnitz anti-Semitic? Following a letter of protest, the organizers have obtained several statements. What happens now?
Taxpayers' association warns of financial abyss
Saxony's budget is in crisis, according to the Taxpayers' Association. The association describes the government's financial policy as "patchwork" and calls for structural reforms.
Baroque music in the engine shed: Silbermann Days get underway
This year's Silbermann Days aim to explore the sound of Europe and build several bridges - not only between industrial history and music, but also between France and Saxony.
Anti-Semitism criticism of street art show in Chemnitz
A street art exhibition is currently running in Chemnitz as part of the European Capital of Culture program. But now there are accusations of anti-Semitism against some of the works on display. This is how the organizers are reacting.
Two AfD factions in Chemnitz city council after split
A rift in the Chemnitz AfD parliamentary group has recently hampered the work of the city council. From now on, there will be two AfD parliamentary groups in the council.
Trains between Zwickau and Dresden heavily used
The number of rail passengers between Vogtland and Dresden is growing. The trains connect important economic areas and university locations.
Chemnitz extends outdoor pool season
In Chemnitz, swimmers can swim their lengths outdoors for an extra week - and elsewhere in Saxony, swimming in the open air is still possible until September.
8,000 guests at the start of Festival Ibug in Chemnitz
For the 20th time, Ibug is revitalizing Saxony's industrial wastelands with urban art. After a bumpy start in Chemnitz, the organizers are satisfied.
Minister of Culture announces "significant supplement" for teachers
Saxony's Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs wants to reduce teaching absences with new incentives and more flexible staff deployment. What exactly is planned?
Long-term unemployed receive targeted support
The lower the qualification, the worse the chances on the job market. People who have not had a job for a long time are dependent on special support.
Presentation plans for Wismut heritage are slimmed down
The legacy of the uranium mining company Wismut is to be reappraised and exhibited at two locations. This has been a long time coming. However, it is now clear that the plans need to be scaled back.
"Germany murders too" - political street art in Chemnitz
Every year, the Ibug festival revitalizes Saxony's industrial wastelands with urban art. Now it is entering its 20th edition in Chemnitz. One theme that characterizes the show is the Gaza war.
BUND considers further deepening of the Elbe pointless
Views on the importance of the Elbe as a waterway differ widely. The German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation is calling for a new river policy - and a return to nature.
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.