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SPD politician Matthias Ecke returns to the election campaign after attack
Matthias Ecke announces his return to the election campaign after being attacked a week earlier. He comments on his state of health and the social climate.
Warning of blue-green algae in Bautzen reservoir
Health authorities advise against bathing, as blue-green algae can cause skin irritation or toxicity.
Saxony's Prime Minister Kretschmer meets East German acting legend Gojko Mitić
Michael Kretschmer meets Gojko Mitić, an East German acting legend, at the inauguration of a sandstone stele for the film 'The Sons of the Great Bear' in Rathen on May 19.
Protest action at the former Russian consulate in Leipzig
Following a protest at the former Russian consulate in Leipzig, police are investigating on suspicion of trespassing. As the Leipzig police department announced on Friday, six people - three women and three men - aged between 29 and 41 had scaled the fence of the site the day before and then unfurle ..
Wild West in Karl May's adopted home of Radebeul until Sunday
Every year, the Lößnitzgrund in Radebeul is temporarily transformed into the Wild West. In the temporary western town of Little Tombstone, there are also bank robberies and shootouts at the weekend - fictitious.
MBC Syntainics wins 92:88 away game in Göttingen
With their eleventh win of the season, the Weißenfels basketball team will end up in 13th place in the final standings. Top scorer Johnathan Stove converted two free throws shortly before the end to make the final score.
Rodrigo Pastore of the Niners Chemnitz voted coach of the year in the BBL
Rodrigo Pastore of the Niners Chemnitz has been voted Coach of the Year in the German Basketball League (BBL) with 67 percent of the vote.
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.
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.
Erzgebirge Aue extends contract with Boris Tashchy until 2026
Third-division soccer club Erzgebirge Aue has extended the contract with Boris Tashchy until 2026. Tashchy is an important part of the team and has been with the club since 2022.
Camping boom in Saxony: overnight stays increase significantly
Saxony recorded a significant increase in the number of overnight camping stays in 2023. In terms of price, the Free State is in the middle of the pack in Germany.
Chemnitz celebrates unchallenged 82:68 win against Braunschweig
With their 25th win of the season, the Niners Chemnitz can no longer be displaced from one of the top four places and have secured home court for the playoff quarter-finals.
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 ..
After occupation: Leipzig University demands compensation
The conflict in the Middle East has also reached German universities. Activists occupied a lecture hall at Leipzig University on Tuesday. The university is now demanding compensation.
Danny Auerswald becomes new head of Volkswagen in Saxony
Change at the top of Volkswagen in Bavaria: On July 1, Danny Auerswald, a native of Saxony, will take over as Chairman of the Board of Management. He replaces Robert Janssen, who is reportedly moving to Shanghai. Janssen had only taken over as CEO and Head of Technology and Logistics in 2022. Danny ..
Green politician attacked in Dresden
Yvonne Mosler and Cornelius Sternkopf were attacked while putting up election posters. The perpetrators were arrested by the police.
Eviction announced after occupation at Leipzig University
The conflict in the Middle East has also reached German universities. After the Free University of Berlin, activists have also occupied the Audimax in Leipzig.
Interior ministers discuss more protection for elected officials
The federal and state interior ministers are discussing more protection for political activists following violent attacks on politicians. Saxony is planning a Bundesrat initiative to toughen penalties.
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.
Occupation of the Audimax at Leipzig University
Several people have occupied the Audimax at Leipzig University. The police are on duty to check the situation.
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.
Vogtland district imposes budget freeze due to social spending
The Vogtland district has issued a temporary budget freeze due to rising social spending. This mainly affects voluntary services in culture and sport, the district office announced on Tuesday. According to initial estimates, the deficit in the social sector will amount to more than 22 million euros ..
"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.
Two world champions at the throwers' meeting in Halle
The throwing days in Halle are the last chance for a European Championship nomination. The meeting is also an opportunity to determine your position for the Olympics. The starting field will be high-caliber.
Conference of Interior Ministers discusses protection for campaigners after attacks
Brandenburg's Interior Minister Michael Stübgen (CDU) expects concrete results from the consultations on the consequences of attacks on election campaigners.
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
RB Leipzig footballers secure their place in the Bundesliga ahead of time
RB Leipzig women win against 1. FC Nürnberg and secure their place in the Bundesliga ahead of time.
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.
MP Pellmann reports repeated threats
Leipzig MP Sören Pellmann (Left Party) has been threatened again, according to his own statements. On Monday morning, dog excrement and a flyer smeared with swastikas and threats were found in the letterbox of his constituency office, he announced on Monday. This was the second time in four days. "I ..
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.
Daniel Meyer new sports director at Hallescher FC
Daniel Meyer, who was born in Halle, takes over the position of sports director at the third division soccer club Hallescher FC and is responsible for planning for both the 3rd division and the regional league.
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.
Election campaign brutalization: Calls for consequences after attacks
An SPD politician is brutally beaten up during an election campaign in Dresden - the horror is great. Consequences are now being discussed. However, suspected perpetrators are also still being sought.
Faeser calls for more police presence for campaigners
Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser is calling for better protection for politicians and helpers during election campaigns. "We need an even more visible police presence on the ground to protect democrats at campaign stands and events," the SPD politician told the Rheinische Post newspaper ..
Association worried about local politicians after attacks
In addition to the European elections and three state elections, tens of thousands of municipal seats will also be up for grabs in 2024. One association is concerned about the increasing number of attacks on politicians and election workers.
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 ..
Zwickau suffers 16:33 defeat at second-placed Dortmund
Coach Norman Rentsch's charges collapse in the second half. The handball team from Saxony only managed to score five goals in the second 30 minutes in Dortmund.
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck calls for solidarity with politicians under attack
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck calls for solidarity in the face of frequent attacks on politicians. Attacks are an expression of the brutalization of political debate.
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.
Baerbock condemns attacks on politicians
Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has sharply criticized the recent attacks on politicians. "Brutal attacks on committed democrats, campaigners and politicians are attacks on the foundation of our #democracy: free elections," the Green politician wrote on the platform X, formerly Twitter, o ..
Serious rear-end collision in the Vogtland district: five injured
Five people were injured, two of them seriously, in a rear-end collision in the Vogtland district. The police reported serious injuries and damage amounting to 42,000 euros.
Niners Chemnitz win 85:79 in Hamburg
The Niners Chemnitz basketball team has celebrated another success in the German league after three defeats in a row. The players of Head Coach Rodrigo Pastore won 85:79 (44:39) at tenth-placed Veolia Towers Hamburg on Saturday to consolidate their third place with their 24th win of the season. Wesl ..
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. ..
Handball: SV Union Halle-Neustadt still in acute danger of relegation
The SV Union Halle-Neustadt women's handball team lost to HSG Bensheim/Auerbach and are still in acute danger of relegation.
Alida-Nadine Kühne is Saxony's new flower queen
22-year-old pharmacy student from Döbeln crowned Blossom Queen. Represents the Fruit Growers' Association of Saxony & Saxony-Anhalt.
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.
Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier condemns violent attacks on politicians
Federal President Steinmeier condemns violent attacks on SPD and Green Party politicians and calls for joint action.
Dreyer condemns attacks on politicians: "Stunned"
The Minister President of Rhineland-Palatinate, Malu Dreyer, has strongly condemned the recent attacks on politicians. "The events in Dresden and elsewhere are abhorrent and leave us stunned," the SPD politician said in Mainz on Saturday. "It is a calculated use of violence to intimidate democrats." ..
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.
Metsola: "Horrified by vicious attack"
The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, has assured SPD MEP Matthias Ecke of her support and solidarity following the attack on him. She was "appalled by the vicious attack", Metsola wrote on the X platform (formerly Twitter). Those responsible must be brought to justice. "Matthia ..
Scholz calls for united action against right-wing violence after attack on MEP Ecke
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) condemns attack on Matthias Ecke (SPD) in Dresden and calls for united action against right-wing violence.
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 ..
Erzgebirge Aue wins 1:0 against Arminia Bielefeld
Erzgebirge Aue win 1-0 against Arminia Bielefeld and remain unbeaten for the third game in a row.
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.
Campaign to inform young people about structural change
Under the motto "You're doing well here!", young people in lignite mining regions are being encouraged to deal with structural change. Regional Minister Schmidt wants to keep them in the region.
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.
Association assumes loss of millions on orchards
The frosty nights two weeks ago caught the already blossoming fruit trees, shrubs and perennials in Saxony off guard. The consequences are worse than feared.
Association assumes loss of millions on orchards
The frosty nights two weeks ago caught the already blossoming fruit trees, shrubs and perennials in Saxony off guard. The consequences are worse than feared.
David Raum hopes to be nominated for the European Championship squad
After consistently good performances in the Bundesliga, David Raum is hoping to be nominated for the European Championships by national coach Julian Nagelsmann.
"Big dream": Leipzig's space hopes for home European Championships
David Raum is impressing in the RB Leipzig jersey this season. If he has his way, the season can go on a little longer.
Outnumbered: Leipzig concede a late 1-1 draw in Hoffenheim
RB Leipzig let victory slip from their grasp late on at TSG Hoffenheim. The draw could still be too little for the hosts in the race for an international spot.
SC DHfK Leipzig continues its winning streak in the German Handball League
The Bundesliga handball team SC DHfK Leipzig wins 30:27 against Frisch Auf Göppingen and continues its winning streak.
New members appointed to the Constitutional Court in Leipzig
The Saxon state parliament has appointed new members to the Constitutional Court in Leipzig.
Postal voting office opens in Leipzig one month before European elections
Just over a month before the European and local elections on June 9, the postal voting office in Leipzig will open next Wednesday. Due to the expected high volume of postal vote applications, a special exhibition construction has been installed in the New Town Hall, as the city announced on Friday. ..
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 ..
RB Leipzig signs Lina von Schrader
RB Leipzig's personnel concept with young and talented players is now also taking effect in the women's team. The promoted first division team has signed a national goalkeeper for the coming season.
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 ..
Hartmannfabrik in Chemnitz becomes the center of the European Capital of Culture 2025
The Hartmannfabrik in Chemnitz is being renovated for 10.5 million euros and will serve as a visitor center and headquarters for Kulturhauptstadt GmbH.
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.
Hoyerswerda Zoo: Two special baby animals born in April
Special animal children at Hoyerswerda Zoo: a spherical armadillo and a tree spiny lizard.
Werner's future open after injury
There were indications that Timo Werner would remain at Tottenham Hotspur. However, his premature end to the season is a setback.
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.