Saxony wants to set up a special commission on Islamism
The police in Saxony already have special commissions for right-wing and left-wing extremism. Now another one is to be added for a third problem area.
News from Saxony
Site of GDR adventure pool SEZ: Feasibility study awarded
After years of legal disputes over the use of the GDR's flagship adventure pool, the derelict site is now set to make progress.
Refugee Council criticizes deportations to Turkey
How dangerous is it for Kurdish refugees to return to Turkey? For the Saxon Refugee Council, the situation is clear.
Highfield Festival with Ferris wheel again this year
A year ago, the Highfield Festival was overshadowed by the fire on a Ferris wheel. The investigation is still ongoing. The organizers are looking ahead.
Yazidi family deported - urgent application ran in parallel
As the deportation flight of a Yazidi family to Iraq is being prepared, an urgent appeal against the threat of deportation arrives. It is successful, but the family was required to leave the country.
Demolition of the Carola Bridge in the final stages
Last September, part of the Carola Bridge in Dresden collapsed. Soon the structure from the 1970s will be completely history.
Minimum wage increase: around one in five jobs affected
The minimum wage increases on January 1. Around 359,000 employees in Saxony will benefit from this, many of them in the hospitality industry. The industry criticizes the excessive economic burden.
Insolvency administrator: Potential investors for Meyer Burger
Short-time working, standstill, filing for insolvency: how good are the chances of rescue for solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger? The insolvency administrator speaks of a good response in the search for investors.
Bleak prospects for the solar industry
Millions of solar installations, but hardly any German technology left: more and more insolvency applications are weighing on the long-troubled industry. According to experts, the solar boom is also slowing down in Germany.
After failed deportation: Schuster wants tougher rules
Three Afghans were due to be deported - but they disappeared shortly before the flight. Two remain unaccounted for. Saxony's interior minister speaks of a system error and calls for consequences.
Fares on local public transport in eastern Saxony rise by 7 percent
Bus and train tickets in eastern Saxony will be more expensive from August - with exceptions for schoolchildren and occasional travelers. What will change for passengers and who can benefit despite the price increase.
RB Leipzig to training camp - interest in Chelsea professional
RB Leipzig are traveling to Donaueschingen for a week-long training camp with an oversized squad. At the same time, a swap deal with Chelsea FC could be in the offing.
Special gender symbols remain banned in Saxony's schools
In Saxony's schools, gendering with special characters is not permitted and is considered a mistake. This will not change with the new Minister of Education Clemens.
Greens demand stop to Elbe expansion
The Elbe between nature conservation and shipping: for the Greens, it is clear where the path should lead in view of declining cargo handling. Towards more nature conservation and tourism as an economic factor.
Pilots: Leipzig is the safest German airport
German airports could be even safer if the runways were better secured. The Vereinigung Cockpit pilots' union in Leipzig has found exemplary solutions.
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.
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.