Section of the Saxony-Franconia Main Line closed
The Saxony-Franconia main line of the railroad is being modernized at great expense. A section in Thuringia and Saxony will now be closed for weeks.
News from Saxony
Dresden Municipal Libraries are "Library of the Year"
This year's national library prize goes to Dresden. The award is endowed with 20,000 euros.
Restrictions on the Leipzig-Dresden commuter route
The expansion of the Leipzig-Dresden railroad line is nearing its finale. At the end of July, travelers will once again have to live with restrictions.
Jutta Emes appointed new rector of the Bergakademie
The Freiberg Mining Academy has a long history dating back to the 18th century. Now, for the first time, a woman is taking over the leadership of the university.
Almost every tenth child receives educational support
If parents are overwhelmed or conflicts are simmering in the family, parenting support comes into play. Counseling services are used particularly often.
Possible deportation flight to Iraq imminent
Just a few days ago, criminals were deported to Afghanistan. Now another possible deportation flight is about to take place at Leipzig Airport. The destination this time: Iraq.
Government plane had to make an unscheduled landing in Leipzig
Aircraft from the German Armed Forces Air Wing break down time and again. This was also the case on Monday. However, there were no consequences for the politician concerned.
Costs for nursing home residents increased again
People in need of care have to dig deeper and deeper into their pockets in Saxony. However, care home costs are even higher in other federal states.
Competition for Bayern? Simons in talks with Chelsea
RB Leipzig and Xavi Simons are hoping for a transfer. FC Bayern, which is reportedly interested, has competition from the Premiere League.
Truck route through protected area? Environmentalists sue
Environmentalists and local residents are fighting against a planned road construction through a protected area. They believe that endangered species and biotopes in the Spree valley are at risk.
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.
After anti-Semitism debate - university draws conclusions
A controversial work of art at Burg Halle triggers a debate about anti-Semitism and artistic freedom. The university responds with an ethics council - for more guidance in future conflicts.
More deportations and departures than in the previous year
Almost 250 people were deported from Saxony in the second quarter. Even more foreigners returned to their countries of origin voluntarily.
Fewer births than at any time since 1995 in Saxony
After the political changes in the 1990s, the number of births in Saxony plummeted. This low level has now been reached again.
More than one in three earn less than 2,750 euros
Saxony still lags behind most federal states in terms of wages. Now new figures show how many people will find their state pension barely enough to live on.
From coffee to tampons: DDR Museum seeks East German products
One more rummage in the attic: The Berlin DDR Museum is looking for everyday products from the East for its exhibition. Which treasures are particularly hard to find 35 years later.
Initial reception facilities not even half full
For a while, newly arriving refugees in Saxony were housed in temporary accommodation. In the meantime, the situation has eased considerably.
Initial reception facilities not even half full
For a while, newly arriving refugees in Saxony were housed in temporary accommodation. In the meantime, the situation has eased considerably.
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.
Around 38,000 people visit the Bautzen Theater Summer
After the Bautzen Theater Summer, the Deutsch-Sorbisches Volkstheater can take stock of the season with complete satisfaction. The next productions for the new season are already in the starting blocks.
Around 6,000 guests celebrate Dresden Castle Night outdoors
Thousands celebrated between castle walls and street art at the Dresden Castle Night. According to the organizers, the mixture of tradition and urban art was particularly well received by the audience.
Planinic replaces Breunig at Mitteldeutscher BC
The Croatian center player comes from the Bulgarian champions. In return, a long-time Wolves player has to leave.
17-year-old without a driver's license has an accident: four injured
In Leipzig, an illegal joyride by minors ends in a serious accident.
Men shout anti-constitutional slogans at music festival
According to the police, young men shouted anti-constitutional slogans at a festival in Hoyerswerda. State security is investigating.
Innovation expenditure in Saxony increases by almost ten percent
Saxony's companies increased their innovation expenditure again in 2023. Small companies in particular are driving development - and lifting the state above the national average.
Rural doctor shortage: millions in subsidies for rural care
Where districts and local authorities take healthcare into their own hands, the state is contributing six million euros according to the current double budget. Those affected are reacting cautiously.
After drought: Elbe water levels could rise further
For weeks it was comparatively quiet on Saxony's waterways - now the Elbe level is rising noticeably again.
Local authorities have to dispose of hundreds of scrap bikes
Old bicycles that are slowly rotting away can be seen again and again. Hundreds have recently been removed in large cities. Scrap bikes are accumulating in one place in particular.
13 minutes are enough: Aue loses test against Gladbach
Erzgebirge Aue have already reached the peak of their preparations. However, the Veilchen were far from winning against Gladbach in their first test match.