Debate about the future of Dresden Airport picks up speed
While Leipzig/Halle Airport is bustling with activity, Dresden Airport remains much quieter. Fewer passengers, high costs - and a financial backer who wants to turn its back on the location.
News from Saxony
Recall for mineral water due to germ contamination
Two mineral waters from Roxane GmbH in Jessen, Saxony-Anhalt, have been recalled due to contamination. The goods were mainly on sale at Edeka, Marktkauf and Netto Marken-Discount.
Controversial altar remains in Naumburg Cathedral - but will be relocated
After fierce debates about the Cranach-Triegel Altarpiece: UNESCO decides the altarpiece can stay - but it has to move. What is behind the dispute over visual axes and world heritage?
Union Berlin gives keeper Grill to Dynamo Dresden
Goalkeeper Lennart Grill has only made eight appearances for Union Berlin in three years. He is now moving to the Bundesliga 2.
Leipzig wants to save 27.5 million euros in two years
Like so many cities, Leipzig has to make savings. These areas will receive significantly less money in the coming year.
Almost all households in Saxony connected to the sewage system
After reunification, only just over every second household was connected to the central sewage system. That has changed.
Activist Carola Rackete gives up her seat in the EU Parliament
After just under a year, Carola Rackete is giving up her EU mandate for the Left Party. A successor has already been chosen.
Staff shortage: Fining authority does not process private complaints
Reporting a parking offense currently leads nowhere in Dresden. The fining authority is not processing the reports due to staff shortages. The city's CDU parliamentary group is outraged.
Mercedes-Benz manufactures new generation of car batteries
"Fill up" with energy for a range of up to 325 kilometers in ten minutes. This is what a new generation of batteries for electric cars from Mercedes-Benz should be able to do.
Exchange with Klopp: "Huge opportunity" for new RB coach
He is in a good mood and full of energy. Ole Werner will also have a lot to do as the new coach at RB Leipzig. A shake-up is on the cards. But what the squad will look like remains to be seen.
Saxony's Greens: Too many pesticides in fruit and vegetables
Pesticide residues can often still be found in fruit and vegetables in Saxony. Products from non-European countries are conspicuous. The Greens therefore want to strengthen regional products.
EU court: No protection for "I love" design on clothing
You can't avoid it in many souvenir stores: the "I" with a red heart on clothing, bags or mugs. One company wanted to protect it as an EU trademark - without success.
IHK: Loss of confidence due to limited electricity tax reduction
The reduction in electricity tax will not be applied to everyone after all. Saxony's economy is disappointed.
Consumer advocates warn against false job advertisements
The consumer advice center in Saxony is sounding the alarm: Fraudsters are trying to obtain personal data with false job advertisements on online platforms. The criminals are also using other apps.
Further bridge sections of the Carola Bridge collapsed
Demolition work on the Carola Bridge is progressing rapidly. There is not much left of the old structure.
Dow closes plants: concern in other sectors
The US chemical company Dow wants to close parts of its plants in Saxony-Anhalt and Saxony. Associations fear a domino effect in the region.
Kraftklub's surprise concert has repercussions
The band Kraftklub gives a spontaneous concert in front of thousands of people in Chemnitz. This has consequences for the musicians.
IHK is concerned about the chemical industry in Central Germany
The US chemical company Dow wants to close parts of its plants in Saxony-Anhalt and Saxony. Associations fear a domino effect in the region.
Three more trauma outpatient clinics in Saxony
After experiencing violence, victims need rapid support. In Saxony, the network of trauma outpatient clinics is being expanded.
Sesko or Gyökeres? Arsenal plan two-pronged attacking approach
Shortly before the start of training at RB Leipzig, there is new momentum surrounding RB striker Sesko, whose transfer to Arsenal was almost a done deal. Suddenly the Gunners have an alternative.
Marco Girnth leaves ZDF crime series "SOKO Leipzig"
He has been Detective Superintendent Jan Maybach for almost half his life: Marco Girnth has been part of the ZDF series "SOKO Leipzig" from the very first case. After 25 years, he is now looking for new challenges.
Police union calls border controls disproportionate
For the Federal Police, the intensive checks at the borders are a tour de force. And the results are rather poor. Things cannot go on like this, says the GdP trade union.
Dobrindt takes a positive view of Polish border controls
In response to German border controls, Poland is now also carrying out checks. Commuters fear delays and traffic jams. Federal Interior Minister Dobrindt, on the other hand, praises the neighbor's approach.
Leipzig-Chemnitz express buses extended until mid-July
The connection between Leipzig and Chemnitz remains a constant annoyance for many. Despite an extended bus solution, there is still no real relief in sight for the route.
Poland rejects joint border controls with Germany
The Federal Police and Poland's Border Guard carry out checks at the border. Federal Interior Minister Dobrindt has proposed joint controls. His Polish colleague explains why he doesn't think so.
People in lignite mining areas demand structural change
People in the lignite mining regions of Lusatia and Central Germany are pushing for structural change. Some challenges are of particular concern to them.
Consistent Abitur performance in Saxony - 353 top grades
Saxony's school leavers once again shine with good results. Several hundred were even able to boast a dream grade of 1.0.
Poland's vigilantes want to continue patrolling the border
The right-wing extremists organize unauthorized patrols to search for migrants in the border area. They want to continue doing this even after the introduction of official border controls.
Dow closes chemical plants in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt
The US chemical company Dow plans to close individual plants in Böhlen in Saxony and Schkopau in Saxony-Anhalt by the end of 2027. According to the company, around 550 regular employees in the two federal states will be affected.Copyright 2025, dpa (www.dpa.de). All rights reserved