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Kretschmer: VW site in Zwickau has a future
The mood in Zwickau is bad. Many people there work for Volkswagen - and are unsure whether this will continue to be the case in the future. Minister President Kretschmer has no doubts.
Struggling to cut costs: City of Zwickau gives theater a free hand
Job cuts, fewer premieres - that was the plan. But Zwickau is relying on trust in the theater. How long will the financial construct last?
VW prepares extra shifts in Zwickau
First a forced break, now extra shifts at the VW plant in Zwickau. This is what's behind the car manufacturer's plans.
Association calls job losses in the automotive industry alarming
According to the German Association of the Automotive Industry, Saxony is one of the international hotspots for the production of electric cars. But many employees fear for their jobs.
Kretschmer once again questions the end of the combustion engine
Following the car summit in Berlin, Saxony's head of government sees "more common sense" in the debate. He also criticizes the wage levels in the factories - and calls the IG Metall trade union into action.
E-car production in Saxony at a standstill - VW hopes for car summit
Production breaks at the VW electric plants: At the auto summit in Berlin, Volkswagen is hoping for political signals for cheaper charging power and longer tax exemptions for e-cars.
Weak demand - production in Zwickau and Dresden at a standstill
VW stops production in Zwickau and Dresden for a week. What is behind the measures?
VW cuts shifts - weak demand
VW is cutting back production at several locations due to weak demand. Elsewhere there are even extra shifts. What is behind the measures?
Refurbishment worth millions: new life in the Schocken department store
Zwickau was once home to the Schocken department store group. After years of vacancy, the historic building has now been reopened with a new concept.
Report: Production of the ID.3 to remain in Zwickau for the time being
According to media reports, VW is initially sticking with the Zwickau site for the production of the ID.3. This is due to unanswered questions regarding the production of new electric models within the Group.
Köpping visits AI project to combat loneliness in old age
Can a small wooden figure with AI technology provide emotional support for senior citizens? A pilot project in Saxony is investigating this question.
Head of VW Works Council in Saxony resigns
VW Saxony loses its Works Council leader: Uwe Kunstmanns draws the consequences of personal mistakes. And his deputy Kristin Oder is also leaving. What happens now.
Colorful parade heralds the start of the Zwickau puppet theater season
Zwickau has a long tradition of puppetry. Now the theater is starting a new season. It's going to be a colorful start in the city.
Several hundred people celebrate CSD in Zwickau
"Zwickau - L(i)ebe Bunt" is the motto of Christopher Street Day in Zwickau. The streets of the city center are a hive of activity.
New management for the Zwickau Puppet Theater
Puppets have been telling exciting stories in the theater in Zwickau for 73 years. An important change is due for the new season.
Special economic zone demanded for south-west Saxony
Southwest Saxony is economically dependent on the automotive industry. But this is weakening and unemployment is rising. Economic and political players see the region at a turning point.
VfL Wolfsburg wins VW Cup against Dresden and Zwickau
The Bundesliga club is the only team to score goals in the three-team tournament. But Dresden and Zwickau are by no means disappointing.
Doctor training in Hungary: project bears first fruits
To alleviate the shortage of doctors, Saxony is having young doctors trained in Hungary. The program currently has more than 200 participants, and the first graduate is now starting his regular career as a family doctor.
2,000 euro fine after match abandoned in youth derby
Youth teams from Aue and Zwickau face each other on the pitch. There is trouble in the stands and the match is abandoned. Now the association has passed judgment.
Youth derby abandoned after spectator rioting
Junior teams from Aue and Zwickau face each other on the pitch. There is trouble in the stands - the match does not end in regulation.
Zwickau's handball players remain first class
Zwickau wins the decisive relegation match against Leverkusen to stay in Germany's top handball division. The hosts were only briefly shaky after the break.
Woman races through 30 km/h zone in Zwickau at 130 km/h
A 24-year-old woman is being investigated for illegal motor vehicle racing. She was stopped by the police in Zwickau on Sunday evening.
Car hits cyclist and drives off
A drunk cyclist is hit by a car and falls - but the driver flees. The police are looking for witnesses.
Alfonso on a mission for democracy: young people miss being heard
He became famous as TV reporter Alfons, in an orange tracksuit jacket, with a fluffy microphone and accent. Emmanuel Peterfalvi now does comedy on stage - with a serious background.
Future of the automotive industry in Saxony - dialog in Zwickau
The German automotive industry is in crisis. The automotive state of Saxony is also feeling the effects. The Minister of Economic Affairs wants to counteract this with a regular dialog.
Zwickau lays the foundation for staying in the league
In the first relegation play-off, the team from Saxony wins by a nine-goal margin. Goalkeeper Barbara Victoria Gyori played a huge part in this with her 19 saves.
Education protest: Large demonstrations planned in Zwickau and Dresden
Against austerity policies in education: trade unions plan education protests in Saxony.
Zwickau's handball players not yet saved
Coach Norman Rentsch's team narrowly lost the decisive third game in Buxtehude. The Zwickau women now have to beat Leverkusen to secure their place in the league.
1 million e-cars from Zwickau - location faces cuts
VW Zwickau celebrates its millionth electric car. But after job cuts and shifts being eliminated, the site is facing further cuts - and is pinning its hopes on a new business segment.
Zwickau misses out on premature relegation
Zwickau loses the playdown game against Buxtehuder SV at the last second. The decisive third game will kick off on May 3 in Lower Saxony.
Zwickau still one win away from staying in the Bundesliga
The team from Saxony has taken a big step towards staying in the German Handball League ahead of time. The visitors kept their nerve in Buxtehude, even in critical phases.
Zwickau city council withdraws ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr
The ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces in Zwickau was met with fierce criticism. However, the city council only corrected its decision under pressure from the municipal supervisory authority.
"Seekers of the sun!" - Exhibition shows art of bismuth
Wismut is known as a mining company from the GDR era. But the company also collected art on a large scale. An exhibition in Zwickau shows many works.
Zwickau has no chance against THC
The team from Saxony conceded a clear defeat to fourth-placed Thuringia in the Central German derby at the end of the regular season.
Sachsen Zwickau loses basement duel in Buxtehude
Another defeat for the BSV Sachsen Zwickau handball team. Nevertheless, three players stand out.
"Unmanageable situation" - Saxony's rural districts in financial difficulties
Rising costs for social spending, personnel and local public transport are putting Saxony's districts in distress. County councillors in Zwickau are now warning of an "unmanageable situation".
Zwickau only draw in basement duel with Leverkusen
Leverkusen had yet to pick up a point - then came Zwickau. With the draw, the West Saxons have probably lost an advantage in the relegation round.
District authority overturns ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr
Zwickau has caused a stir nationwide with a ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces. However, the municipal supervisory authority has now overturned the city council's decision. These are the reasons.
Zwickau remains winless
The team from Saxony let the game slip from their grasp early on in Bensheim and have now been waiting more than six weeks for a winning result.
Council in favor of a ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr in Zwickau - mayor against
The mayor of Zwickau is not giving up: she considers the council's decision to ban advertising for the Bundeswehr on municipal land to be unlawful. Now the district office has to decide.
Blanka Kajdon saves Zwickau a point
The BSV Sachsen Zwickau handball team squandered a five-goal lead. In the second half, the hosts only managed to score six goals by the 57th minute.
Körber: Ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr leaves us stunned
The city of Zwickau is once again attracting fierce criticism. The reason is the city council's adherence to a ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces. What does the city leadership do now?
Zwickau reaffirms ban on advertising for the Bundeswehr
The Bundeswehr advertises for new recruits on posters, at trade fairs and on the Internet. In Zwickau, they also use camouflage streetcars. But for how much longer?
Special meeting on Bundeswehr advertising ban in Zwickau
The city of Zwickau has caused a stir with a ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces. Now the city council has to discuss the issue again.
Zwickau handball players in acute danger of relegation
Coach Norman Rentsch's team trailed from the outset in the basement duel at Sport-Union Neckarsulm. The preliminary decision was already made in the first half.
"Taskforce" to help secure the future of the automotive industry
The German automotive industry is in crisis. As an automotive state, Saxony is also feeling the effects. The Minister of Economic Affairs wants to take countermeasures.
Zwickau's relegation crisis has worsened
Coach Norman Rentsch's team sleeps through the opening phase. Despite her nine goals, new signing Déborah Kpodar cannot prevent the defeat in Metzingen.
Police break up right-wing extremist concert
30 officers are on duty in the Schedewitz district of Zwickau.
New 36 million euro building opened at HBK
A new building at the Heinrich-Braun-Klinikum in Zwickau is to offer patients and staff better conditions. The hospital was dependent on help to finance the project.
Dispute over Bundeswehr advertising ban in Zwickau
Zwickau is still arguing about a ban on advertising for the German Armed Forces. After the city council followed a motion by the BSW, Mayor Arndt lodged an objection.
No bonus points for Zwickau's handball players
The underdogs from Saxony took the lead in the early stages, but were unable to fully withstand the pressure from Dortmund as the game progressed.
Searches after attack by suspected left-wing extremists
Last summer, a group of suspected left-wing extremists allegedly attacked people in a park in Zwickau. Now apartments in Saxony and Thuringia have been searched.
CDU politician criticizes Bundeswehr advertising ban in Zwickau
At the request of the BSW, Zwickau bans Bundeswehr advertising on municipal properties. Critics speak of disrespect, supporters of a peace policy signal.
Zwickau ends negative streak
Anna Frankova's goal eight seconds before the end secured an important win for the team from Saxony against TSV Bayer Leverkusen, who are bottom of the table without a win.
New Works Council elected at VW plant in Zwickau
The car manufacturer Volkswagen is currently going through difficult times. At the Zwickau plant, there was additional uncertainty surrounding the works council. New elections have now been held.
Zwickau art collections open interim quarters
Due to construction work, the Zwickau Art Collections building is closed until 2028. A small presentation at the cathedral will nevertheless offer an insight into its treasures from now on.
Zwickau concedes sixth defeat in a row
The hosts were only able to stay within striking distance in the first 30 minutes. Immediately after the restart, the front-runners took the lead.
Report: VW plant in Zwickau fears for Audi production
The VW plant in Zwickau has already had to hand over four models following the wage compromise. Now the plant also has to worry about the last model.
Sachsen Zwickau continues to lose: Clear defeat in Blomberg
BSV Sachsen can no longer win. A total collapse in the second half raises questions.
Thüringer HC wins eastern duel against Zwickau
The Bundesliga handball players of Thüringer HC struggle for a long time against BSV Sachsen Zwickau before finally living up to their role as favorites. They can rely on their top scorer.
Sachsen Zwickau also loses third game after European Championship break
BSV Sachsen's false start after the European Championship break is perfect. Once again, there is not enough power in the final minutes.
Zwickau remains winless away from home
The team from Saxony missed out on a possible first away point of the season despite the strong goalkeeping performance of Barbara Viktoria Gyori.
Zwickau collapses after the break
After the European Championship break, BSV Sachsen gets off to a false start and clearly loses at home against their neighbors in the table, HSG Bensheim/Auerbach. The hosts conceded too many turnovers.
Man suddenly steps onto the road in Zwickau - seriously injured
For unknown reasons, a man runs onto a road in Zwickau while traffic is moving. This has serious consequences for him.
Car expert: VW agreement has a bitter taste for Saxony
After marathon negotiations, IG Metall and Volkswagen have reached an agreement. The sites in Saxony are facing painful cuts.
IG Metall district head: Clear-cutting at VW prevented
After days of negotiations, the company and the union have reached an agreement for Volkswagen. IG Metall district manager Schulze speaks of a "difficult but workable compromise".
More than 12,000 supporters for Theater Plauen-Zwickau
Faced with a looming deficit, the Plauen-Zwickau Theater is struggling to secure its future. But the theater has many advocates. Can they avert the cultural downsizing?
Open letter at VW in Zwickau: "Dying in installments"
VW employees fear for the future of the plants and their jobs. The temporary employees in Zwickau have now written an angry open letter.
Disco and company parties: peak season for ice rinks in Saxony
Skates are laced up and laps are made on the ice: In years with little snow, ice rinks are often the only local winter fun. Operators score particularly well with recreational fun.
Green Party state leader in Saxony resigns
Saxony's Green Party state chairwoman was only narrowly confirmed in office on Saturday. One day later, Christin Furtenbacher withdrew - she lacked the support of her party.
Saxony's Greens enter federal election campaign with old board
The Saxon Greens have already come to terms with their disappointing performance in the state elections. Now they are confirming the state executive committee - which will only be in office for a short time due to the federal elections.
Theater Plauen-Zwickau faces cuts - petition launched
The Plauen-Zwickau Theater is facing an immense financial hole. According to a petition, it could even face closure in 2025. It calls the shareholders to account, but also the state.
Stage association sounds the alarm - theaters threatened with insolvency
Quite a few theaters and orchestras are looking to 2025 with concern. Many places lack money - some even fear insolvency.
Greens sharply criticize CDU and SPD in Saxony
The Greens in Saxony are on the outside looking in on attempts to form a government. They are not sparing in their criticism of the CDU and SPD - and are drawing boundaries for cooperation in the state parliament.
Greens sharply criticize CDU and SPD in Saxony
The Greens in Saxony are on the outside looking in on attempts to form a government. They are not sparing in their criticism of the CDU and SPD - and are drawing boundaries for cooperation in the state parliament.
Zwickau celebrates third win in fourth home game
Coach Norman Rentsch's charges pick up two important points against Neckarsulm in the battle to stay in the league.
Handball: BSV Sachsen Zwickau clearly defeated by HB Ludwigsburg
The team from Saxony can only keep up with the German champions for a quarter of an hour. After that, the rate of technical errors skyrockets.
BSV Sachsen handball players narrowly miss out on the DHB Cup Final Four
The team from Saxony fails in the round of the last eight at unbeaten leaders Dortmund. A sensation was in the air for the underdogs midway through the second half.
IHK Chemnitz demands clarity from Volkswagen in the crisis
The crisis at car manufacturer Volkswagen overshadows the Automotive Forum industry congress in Zwickau. VW must quickly provide clarity on the individual locations, warns IHK President Jankowsky.
Commemoration of NSU victims - Özoğuz: important day for relatives
For years, the right-wing extremist NSU terrorists lived unmolested in Saxony. On the day they unmasked themselves, the victims are commemorated here.
Zwickau women celebrate second win of the season
Norman Rentsch's players laid the foundation for their home win against Metzingen with an impressive final spurt.
Volkswagen plans plant closures and capacity cuts in Germany
Volkswagen employees in Saxony are boiling with rage. The reason for this is the massive cuts in staff and pay that the car manufacturer is planning, according to the works council. They are threatening a "hot winter".
Art in the systemic conflict of the Cold War: special exhibition in Zwickau
In GDR times, Wismut mined uranium and collected art. Numerous works will be on display in the coming year.
Zwickau handball players lose against Dortmund
The handball players of BSV Sachen Zwickau have no chance against Dortmund. The hosts were clearly behind after just 17 minutes.
Pechstein collection from Zwickau museum goes on tour
The Zwickau Pechstein Museum closes for years. But the collection of works by expressionist Max Pechstein will not disappear into the archives. An international museum tour is planned.
Communication with Clara Schumann: Zwickau museum relies on modern technology
Artificial intelligence makes it possible: in future, it will be possible to talk to the composer's wife on the phone at the Schumann House in Zwickau and also ask her about her husband Robert.
Zwickau reaches quarter-finals of the DHB Cup
Handball Bundesliga team Zwickau struggles for a long time. In Berlin, the favorites only turn up the heat in the last ten minutes.
VW works council in Zwickau resigns - new election planned
A bang at the VW plant in Zwickau: the works council resigns and prepares for an early election. The background to this are legal disputes about the 2019 election.
Volkswagen Saxony terminates job security
IG Metall has warned Volkswagen against terminating agreements for the Saxon sites as well. The dispute over possible redundancies and plant closures is now intensifying.
Referee Winter receives compensation after beer shower
A 3rd division soccer match is abandoned because a fan throws a cup of beer in the referee's face. Now the verdict is reached in the civil case.
IG Metall insists on job security at VW Saxony
In the dispute over possible redundancies and plant closures at Volkswagen, the trade union is pressing for the job agreements for the sites in Saxony to be retained. However, these are being put to the test.
Zwickau starts the season with a win against Blomberg
Thanks to a huge improvement in defense, the team from Saxony is able to turn the tide. Blomberg only managed to score six goals after the break.
Kretschmer blames federal government for Volkswagen crisis
Many Volkswagen employees across Germany fear for their jobs, which they thought were safe. Minister President Kretschmer blames the federal government for the car manufacturer's difficult situation.
Shouts of "Ugh" for VW Board of Management - loud protest in Zwickau
Since plant closures and compulsory redundancies at VW have been on the cards, many employees in Saxony are also very worried. In Zwickau, they are venting their discontent.
Austerity measures at VW - Saxony between worry and resistance
Volkswagen wants to drastically tighten its austerity measures and is considering plant closures. The announcements are causing concern in Saxony. The works council in Zwickau is being combative.
Austerity measures at VW - Works meeting planned in Zwickau
Volkswagen wants to drastically tighten its austerity measures and is considering plant closures. In Zwickau, the works council announces before a staff meeting: "It's going to get loud!"
BSV Sachsen Zwickau wins confidently in the second DHB Cup round
The Bundesliga club wins a commanding victory at second-division club TG Nürtingen. A newcomer played a major role in their progress.
CSD in Zwickau runs smoothly despite right-wing protests
Hundreds of people demonstrate for the rights of the LGBTQ scene at the CSD in Zwickau. Despite right-wing extremist protests, it remains largely peaceful - the police were prepared.
CSD in Zwickau runs smoothly despite right-wing protests
Hundreds of people demonstrate for the rights of the LGBTQ scene at the CSD in Zwickau. Despite right-wing extremist protests, it remains largely peaceful - the police were prepared.