More than 220,000 euros for six Saxon sports clubs
The Free State uses the money to support sports clubs with necessary construction measures. The highest amount goes to a club from the district of Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge.
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More than 220,000 euros for six Saxon sports clubs
The Free State uses the money to support sports clubs with necessary construction measures. The highest amount goes to a club from the district of Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge.
Traffic test aborted: Searching for a solution for the Blue Wonder
After the aborted traffic trial on Dresden's famous Blaues Wunder bridge over the Elbe, the city continues to search for a safe solution for traffic there. Despite its short duration, it has shown that "a good offer for bicycle traffic is accepted and solves the conflicts on the footpath", said the ..
Piwarz sees "Digital Pact 2.0" in danger
The federal government has been negotiating a continuation of the digital pact with the federal states for a long time. Since the traffic light coalition is short of money, negotiations have become even tougher. The federal states are now putting pressure on the federal government to act.
Piwarz sees "Digital Pact 2.0" in danger
The federal government has been negotiating a continuation of the digital pact with the federal states for a long time. Since the traffic light coalition is short of money, negotiations have become even tougher. The federal states are now putting pressure on the federal government to act.
More than 50 election posters damaged in Dresden
Around 50 damaged election posters have been discovered in two districts of Dresden. According to the police on Wednesday, 26 election posters were discovered sprayed with red and black paint on streets in the Räcknitz area the day before. The following night, a witness in Pieschen observed a man te ..
Green politician attacked in Dresden
Yvonne Mosler and Cornelius Sternkopf were attacked while putting up election posters. The perpetrators were arrested by the police.
Saxony strengthens school social work and focuses on quality assurance
Saxony transfers more powers to school authorities to examine specialists. The focus shifts to quality development.
Günther: Disastrous situation in fruit growing and viticulture
After the sub-zero temperatures at the end of April, Saxony's fruit and wine growers are facing huge harvest losses. A decision on support for the farms is to be made in the coming weeks.
Police want to get closer to election workers during election campaign
Saxony's police have long assumed that this year's election campaign will be different from all previous ones. The mood in the state is too heated. That is why special precautions are to be taken.
"Reading scouts" in action at schools for another two years
So-called reading scouts are to encourage reading at schools in Saxony for a further two years. The Reading Foundation's project will be funded with 50,000 euros until the end of 2025, the Ministry of Culture announced in Dresden on Tuesday. Since 2006, around 1,000 "reading scouts" have been trying ..
Saxony's SPD and Greens demand protective measures for election campaign
An SPD politician is attacked in Dresden - it is not the only case. Now the interior ministers are talking about better protection. The SPD and Greens are calling for consistent action.
Interior Committee of the Saxon State Parliament discusses attacks on election workers
The Saxon State Parliament's Committee on Internal Affairs discusses the current attacks on election workers and protection during election campaigns
Support for the "Striesen Declaration" against violence grows
More than 300 politicians and over 6000 citizens support the declaration against violence following the attack on Matthias Ecke.
Suspects identified after attack on SPD politician
The LKA Saxony assigns at least one suspect to the right-wing spectrum. Zeit Online reports.
Ecke reports from hospital: "Overwhelmed by sympathy"
After the attack while putting up election posters in Dresden, SPD MEP Matthias Ecke has sent a message of thanks from the hospital. "I am overwhelmed by your sympathy and solidarity," Ecke wrote in a post on the X platform (previously: Twitter) on Monday. It does him good and gives him strength. Bu ..
Köpping: African swine fever pushed back
African swine fever is on the retreat. According to the Saxon Minister of Health, a "first milestone in the fight against the animal disease" has been reached.
State election in Saxony: AfD narrowly ahead of the CDU
The CDU and AfD are still neck-and-neck in the run-up to the state elections in Saxony on September 1, according to a new poll by the opinion research institute Civey. In the latest survey by Civey and "Sächsische.de", the AfD landed at 32 percent in the Sunday poll, followed by the CDU with 30 perc ..
Music festival fears for city's image after attack
The Dresden Music Festival stands for cosmopolitanism and attracts guests from all over the world every year. Shortly before the start of its 47th edition, a brutal act casts a shadow over the city.
Bishops after attack: "The stakes are high"
The outrage over the cowardly and brutal attack on election campaigners in Saxony continues. The bishops in the Free State are also speaking out against violence and attempts at intimidation.
Saxony's Interior Minister announces protective measures for campaigners
Following the attack on SPD politician Matthias Ecke in Dresden, the Saxon Interior Minister has announced close coordination with the parties to protect their election campaigners.
Kretschmer on the escalation of violence: It's five to twelve
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) has condemned the growing aggression and increasing violence within society. "These are enemies of democracy (...) It really is five to twelve," he said on the ARD program "Caren Miosga" on Sunday evening. It was important to put a stop to this. W ..
After attack on SPD politician: Hundreds at demonstration
After the attack on SPD politician Matthias Ecke, around 2,000 people demonstrated for democracy and against violence in Dresden, according to police reports. They gathered in the Striesen district early on Sunday evening. Ecke had been beaten up there on Friday evening by four young men while putti ..
SPD Federal Chairwoman Saskia Esken warns against trivializing the attack on SPD MEP
SPD Federal Chair Saskia Esken warns against trivializing the attack on SPD MEP Matthias Ecke as the act of an individual.
Attack on election worker in Dresden: Green Party activist punched and kicked several times
A Green Party election worker in Dresden was punched and kicked several times. The perpetrators could belong to the right-wing spectrum.
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke operated on after attack
Dresden SPD MEP Matthias Ecke underwent surgery after attack and is doing well under the circumstances.
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke to continue election campaign after attack
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke will continue his election campaign after his recovery. Party feels solidarity and support after the attack.
Dynamo tick off promotion: Aue has a new goal
Dynamo Dresden are staggering towards the end of the season. Erzgebirge Aue could even overtake them.
AfD election campaign stand attacked in Dresden
After the attack on an SPD politician in Dresden, the crimes during the election campaign continue. The city's police are alerted to an attack on an AfD stand and damaged election posters for various parties.
Wissler and Schaper: Attack on democracy
Left Party leader Janine Wissler and Saxon party chairwoman Susanne Schaper have described the attacks on campaigners as an "attack on democracy". Democrats must stand together against the danger from the right-wing fringe, they said in a statement from the Left Party state association on Saturday. ..
Left: "Stand together against the danger from the far right"
Unknown persons attack SPD MEP Ecke while he is putting up election posters. The Left Party declares its solidarity with him, while the FDP and BSW condemn the attack.
DGB chairman condemns attacks on election campaigners in Saxony
Saxony's DGB Chairman Markus Schlimbach condemns the attacks on election campaigners from various democratic parties in Saxony.
SPD MEP and Green election worker attacked in Dresden
Young men aged between 17 and 20 attack Matthias Ecke and Green Party election workers while putting up election posters in Striesen. Ecke is injured and requires surgery.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe calls for crackdown after attack on SPD European candidate
Carsten Schneider (SPD), the Federal Government Commissioner for Eastern Germany, is calling for a crackdown following the attack on the Saxon SPD European candidate Matthias Ecke when he put up election posters.
Chrupalla condemns attack on SPD candidate Ecke
The AfD chairman Tino Chrupalla has condemned the brutal attack by unknown persons on the Saxon SPD MEP Matthias Ecke. "We deeply condemn physical attacks against politicians of all parties. Election campaigns must be conducted in a tough and constructive manner, but without violence," wrote the lea ..
Seventh game without a win: Dynamo Dresden remain in the third division
Promotion to the second division is a thing of the past for Dynamo Dresden. An unsettled team still owes a lot.
Dynamo Dresden loses 1-0 to SC Verl
Dynamo Dresden must continue to plan in 3rd division after defeat against SC Verl.
Attack on SPD politician: Faeser announces tough action
Federal politicians have expressed their dismay at an attack on the Saxon MEP Matthias Ecke (SPD) while he was putting up posters in Dresden. Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser (SPD) declared on Saturday that she condemned the serious act of violence in the strongest terms. At the same time, she ..
Kretschmer on the attack on Ecke: "Appalls me deeply"
Saxon SPD MEP Matthias Ecke is attacked and injured by unknown persons while putting up posters. The Minister President is horrified by the attack.
Saxony's interior minister condemns attacks on politicians and election workers
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster condemns attacks on SPD MEPs and Green election workers. Protection of public officials and elected representatives is a high priority.
SPD MEP attacked while putting up posters
Four unknown persons attack the SPD's leading candidate in the European elections while putting up election posters. A Green Party campaign worker was presumably the victim of the same group of perpetrators.
Archive of the Avant-Garde - Egidio Marzona opens in Dresden
The Archive of the Avant-Garde in Dresden is a new exhibition, research and debate venue for the SKD.
121 structural development projects selected
To date, 121 projects with a volume of around 1.1 billion euros have been selected for structural change in Lusatia in Saxony as part of the coal phase-out. According to the regional development ministry in Dresden, 78 of these and 684 million euros have already been approved. In addition to project ..
Structural change in Lusatia in Saxony: 121 projects with 1.1 billion euros selected
For the coal phase-out in Lusatia, 121 projects have been selected with 1.1 billion euros to retain and attract workers and specialists.
New members appointed to the Constitutional Court in Leipzig
The Saxon state parliament has appointed new members to the Constitutional Court in Leipzig.
Espionage case: Schuster rejects speculation by the AfD
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster (CDU) has rejected speculation about the involvement of Saxony's Office for the Protection of the Constitution in the alleged espionage case involving AfD European politician Maximilian Krah. "The highly speculative public allegations made by the AfD against ..
Authority: Flu season in Saxony comes to an end
The 2023/2024 flu season in Saxony is over, according to the State Investigation Institute (LUA). Influenza viruses are still circulating, but other viruses such as rhinoviruses and seasonal coronaviruses are currently dominating the incidence of colds, the authority announced on Friday. According t ..
European Youth Festival in Dresden again
Last summer, young people celebrated a festival for Europe in Dresden. The announced speech by the French president was not held. This is now to be made up for.
Sachsengeld: CDU plans to promote home ownership in Saxony
The CDU in Saxony is planning to promote home ownership with the 'Sachsengeld' to make it easier for young families to buy their first home.
CDU: "Saxony money" for owner-occupied residential property
The Saxon Union has adopted a draft government program. On 74 pages, it deals with topics such as internal security and a good life in all regions of the Free State. Housing is also included.
Saxon state parliament debates crime, suspected espionage and protection of farmland
The Saxon state parliament deals with crime, suspected espionage and farmland protection. The AfD, SPD and Greens put various topics on the agenda.
Saxony's Treasury Museum Green Vault: Free State demands compensation from perpetrators
The Free State of Saxony is demanding compensation of 76.1 million euros from the convicted perpetrators for stolen and damaged loot from the Green Vault.
Free State of Saxony demands compensation from thieves of the Green Vault
The Free State of Saxony is demanding compensation from the thieves of the Green Vault following a spectacular art theft. The claim is for 76.1 million euros for missing and damaged parts of the loot.
Leftists demand better animal protection
The Left Party has called for more commitment to animal welfare and denounced abuses. Although animal welfare is a state objective in the state constitution and the Basic Law, the reality is different, explained party leader Susanne Schaper in Dresden on Thursday. The topic should still play a role ..
State parliament passes law on integration and participation
Saxony wants to make it easier for migrants to settle into their new home. On Thursday, the state parliament in Dresden passed an integration and participation law. Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping (SPD) spoke of a milestone on the way to a society that values and promotes the diversity of its ..
New temple of art in Dresden: Archive of the avant-gardes - Egidio Marzona opens after renovation
The Archive of the Avant-Garde - Egidio Marzona (ADA) in Dresden opens after six years of renovation as a new exhibition, research and debate venue for the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen.
Saxony wants to carefully develop its education policy
Evolution instead of revolution: this is the slogan under which Saxony intends to further develop its school system in future. A key success factor of Saxony's education policy is the good balance between innovation, systematic and continuous quality development and stability, said Minister of Educa ..
Saxony wants to carefully develop its education policy
Evolution instead of revolution: this is the slogan under which Saxony intends to further develop its school system in future. A key success factor of Saxony's education policy is the good balance between innovation, systematic and continuous quality development and stability, said Minister of Educa ..
Opportunities for new jobs for employees in the solar industry in Saxony despite the crisis
Federal Employment Agency sees good opportunities for new jobs for employees in the solar industry in Saxony despite the crisis. Shortage of skilled workers.
Katja Meier denounces hatred and agitation in society
The Saxon Minister of Justice is using the upcoming 75th anniversary of the Basic Law as an opportunity to talk about the state of society. The first sentence serves as her guideline: "Human dignity is inviolable".
Justice Minister Katja Meier denounces hatred and agitation in society
Saxony's Justice Minister Katja Meier (Greens) has denounced hatred and hate speech in society and assured those affected of support.
Demonstration at the main station blocks traffic in all directions
This morning, traffic was blocked in all directions at Dresden Central Station for the climate. Demand: 100 km/h on highways and raise the price of CO2.
Opportunities for new jobs in the solar industry despite the crisis
The Federal Employment Agency in Saxony sees good opportunities for new jobs for employees in the solar industry, despite the current crisis. Companies are continuing to hire employees, and skilled workers in particular are in demand.
Plague of mosquitoes in Saxony: experts warn of increased incidence of mosquitoes
People in Saxony must be prepared for significantly more mosquitoes this year. Experts warn of a potential increase in the mosquito population and disease transmission.
State parliament debates poverty and education
The Saxon state parliament will debate poverty and education in the Free State on Thursday (from 10.00 a.m.). The two topics were added to the parliamentary agenda at the request of the Left Party and the Christian Democrats respectively.Before the topical hour, Justice Minister Katja Meier (Greens) ..
More than 500 apprenticeship contracts already signed in East Saxony
The rush for the best apprenticeships in the skilled trades has long since begun. In Eastern Saxony, 500 apprenticeship contracts have already been signed. But there are still many opportunities.
Solarwatt stops solar module production in Dresden due to poor framework conditions
The company Solarwatt will temporarily discontinue the production of solar modules in Dresden due to a lack of political measures.
First public building with carbon concrete under construction
Decades ago, scientists invented textile or carbon concrete in Dresden. Since 2002, the world's first building made entirely of it has been standing here - and soon there will be more.
Grünes Gewölbe: Hearing on lawsuit against security company
In the criminal trial for the burglary of the Dresden Green Vault, the court refused to determine the amount of damages. The Free State now wants to hold the museum's security company accountable.
First public building with carbon concrete under construction
Decades ago, scientists invented textile or carbon concrete in Dresden. Since 2002, the world's first building made entirely of it has been standing here - and soon there will be more.
AfD: Clarification of the activities of Krah employee
The AfD in the Saxon state parliament is demanding clarification regarding the possible cooperation of a suspected Chinese spy with the state's Office for the Protection of the Constitution. "There is a suspicion that this man was deliberately sent to the AfD by the Office for the Protection of the ..
Solarwatt stops production of solar modules for the time being
The Dresden-based company Solarwatt is suspending production for the time being due to cut-throat competition in the solar industry. 190 employees affected.
More than three times as many motorhomes in Saxony as in 2014
Compared to the rest of Germany, Saxony is at the bottom of the list in terms of camper van density. However, campers are also becoming increasingly common in the state.
Motorhome boom in Saxony: number triples in 10 years
The number of motorhomes in Saxony has more than tripled in the last 10 years, with almost 29,000 registered vehicles at the beginning of 2024.
Dynamo Dresden misses chance to win in top match in Regensburg
Dynamo play like a top team in the first match after the departure of coach Markus Anfang. An individual mistake costs the victory.
Last generation blocks the Carola Bridge in Dresden
Activists from the climate group Last Generation blocked Dresden's Carola Bridge on Saturday afternoon. The police were on site, a spokesperson said on request. The police did not initially provide any information on the number of participants. A reporter at the scene spoke of a small group of aroun ..
Saxony's energy minister criticizes federal government for lack of support for the solar industry
Saxony's Energy and Environment Minister Wolfram Günther (Greens) criticizes the federal government for its lack of support for the domestic solar industry.
Passenger association Pro Bahn calls for student Germany ticket as an upgrade option for Saxony
The passenger association Pro Bahn is calling for the introduction of a student Germany ticket in Saxony as an upgrade option to the education ticket in order to offer students a cost-effective way to travel throughout Germany.
Grimme Prize for series "Sam - a Saxon"
The seven-part series "Sam - ein Sachse" wins the Grimme Award in the "Fiction" category for its relevance and timelessness. The lead actors and directors are delighted with the award.
Number of endangered white-tailed eagles in Saxony continues to rise
The number of endangered white-tailed eagles in Saxony has been increasing for years, especially in Upper Lusatia.
Günther criticizes lack of support for solar industry
Saxony's Energy and Environment Minister Wolfram Günther (Greens) has described the German government's lack of support for the domestic solar industry as a "major pain point". Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner (FDP) must ask himself why he is pushing parts of the solar industry "over the c ..
Environment Minister Günther: "Progress is being made with renewables"
According to Saxony's Environment Minister Wolfram Günther, Saxony is making good progress in the expansion of renewable energies. "The strong momentum in the expansion of renewable energies is continuing," said the Green politician on Friday. According to the report, 130 wind turbines with a total ..
Staatsoperette Dresden plans five premieres with new musical director
The Staatsoperette Dresden is planning five premieres with a new musical director and chief conductor in the new season under the motto 'Life is a Cabaret'.
Martin Grubinger on the concert stage at the music festival
Last year, percussionist Martin Grubinger took his leave of the concert stage. The Austrian is developing new ideas, teaches at the Salzburg Mozarteum - and is now making a comeback of sorts.
Martin Grubinger returns to the stage at the Dresden Music Festival
Austrian percussionist Martin Grubinger will host the Night of the Young Stars at the Dresden Music Festival and take up the drumsticks himself.
Dynamo Dresden advance to the final of the Saxony Cup
Dresden score early, but still struggle against a brave Zwickau side. The victory in the Saxony Cup semi-final must now give SGD a boost for the final spurt in the promotion battle in the 3rd division.
Public prosecutor's office examines investigations against AfD top candidate Maximilian Krah
The Dresden Public Prosecutor General's Office is conducting preliminary investigations into possible payments from Russia and China to Maximilian Krah, the AfD's leading candidate for the European elections.
Public prosecutor's office examines investigations against Krah
Following reports of possible payments from pro-Russian patrons to the AfD's leading candidate for the European elections, Krah, the public prosecutor's office in Dresden is now also getting involved.
52nd International Dixieland Festival in Dresden
38 bands and soloists from ten countries present around 250 hours of traditional jazz live in Dresden.
Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra presents new season under the motto "Closer"
The Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra is presenting its new season under the motto "Closer to home", with the aim of attracting audiences from further afield.
Animal experiments in Saxony: approval for 138 projects in 2022
In 2022, 138 animal testing projects were approved in Saxony, involving a total of around 122,000 animals. The majority of these were mice, followed by zebrafish.
Kretschmer rejects speculation about staff increases
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer says no to 6000 additional jobs in the state administration. Financial challenges and tough talks with the federal government.
Winegrowers after sub-zero temperatures: "2024 harvest largely passé"
Temperatures far below zero have caused major damage to Saxony's vineyards despite frost protection measures. The vines sprouted particularly early this year.
Four illegal wolf killings registered in Saxony
In the current monitoring year, four illegally killed wolves have been found in Saxony. The LKA and LfULG warn of the number of unreported cases.
Declining beer sales - industry confident for 2024
On April 23, German brewers raise a glass to each other. For it was on this day in 1516 that the Purity Law was proclaimed. The law is considered the oldest valid food law regulation in the world.
Federal Minister of Labor comes to Dresden on Labour Day
Federal Minister of Labor Hubertus Heil is coming to a rally in Dresden on May 1st. The SPD politician and Verdi board member Sylvia Bühler will give a speech on Labor Day, the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) announced in Dresden on Monday. The Saxon DGB has chosen the motto "More pay, more f ..
Over 260,000 speeding offenders caught by police in 2023
Saxony's police recorded tens of thousands of speeding violations on roads during their exclusively mobile checks last year. A total of 266,460 vehicles were found to be speeding, as the Ministry of the Interior in Dresden announced in response to an inquiry. There were also 5847 red light violation ..
Thousands of speeding violations during mobile police checks in Saxony
266,460 vehicles speeding and 5847 red light violations: Police in Saxony register high number of violations
Final exams begin for over 21,100 secondary school pupils and special needs pupils in Saxony
Final exams are coming up for 21,100 secondary school pupils in Saxony. Minister of Education Christian Piwarz wishes them every success.
Support for trees in times of climate change: New watering can hero project in Dresden
In Dresden, 'filling stations' are set up for trees to save them from drying out. Citizens can use rainwater.