After Sesko change: RB Leipzig botches dress rehearsal for the season
RB Leipzig concede a deserved defeat in Lens - without attacker Benjamin Sesko, who has moved to Manchester United.
News from Saxony
Aue loses at second division relegated Ulm
After only five away wins in the previous season, Erzgebirge Aue want to be more dangerous away from home this season. The plan goes awry in Ulm. The Saxons are playing with their third keeper.
Leipzig Zoo puts three tiger cubs to sleep
Three tiger cubs are born at Leipzig Zoo, but their mother is not looking after them. Those responsible make a difficult decision.
FCM too ripped off: First win in Dresden after 25 years
1. FC Magdeburg had to wait a long time for this day. After 25 years, the club won again in Dresden. Dynamo, on the other hand, once again had to learn the hard way.
First win in 25 years: Magdeburg outplay Dynamo
The promoted team from Dresden had a lot of possession, but only had good chances in the final phase. Magdeburg showed themselves to be ripped off.
Defective signal box disrupts rail traffic in southern Brandenburg
Signal boxes are needed to control train traffic. A defect is causing disruption to regional services on a connection from southern Brandenburg to Saxony.
Germs in drinking water - no all-clear in Chemnitz
A bacterium has been causing problems in the drinking water network in Chemnitz for several weeks. The responsible supplier is still looking for the cause of the contamination.
Second most expensive RB sale fixed: Sesko goes to Manchester
Completion of the transfer of Benjamin Sesko to Manchester United: The Slovenian is set to add millions to the Saxons' coffers.
Mushrooms and witches' boletes - mushrooms sprout in Saxony
Going mushroom hunting is especially worthwhile in the fall. But even now, good edible mushrooms can be found in Saxony. However, caution is advised, say experts.
Fewer Bafög recipients in Saxony
The funding is intended to help young people with their training and increase their chances in professional life. It is now apparent that fewer students are taking advantage of the funding.
Break over: Duryn shoots "The Teacher" again
On RTL, Hendrik Duryn is celebrating a comeback in his best-known role as teacher Stefan Vollmer. Filming will continue in Leipzig until October.
Start of construction work on the Sachsen-Franken-Magistrale - section closed
Restrictions for rail passengers: A section of the Saxony-Franconia main line in Thuringia and Saxony will now be closed for weeks.
Saxony evaluates school network plan for vocational schools
Saxony has deliberately located vocational schools in rural areas. Now the school network is to be inspected.
Newborn giraffe at Leipzig Zoo explores outdoor enclosure
After two weeks with her mother, the new Rothschild's giraffe can now get to know gazelles, antelopes and zebras.
Court: Seven-year-old should use S-Bahn to get to school
Is it reasonable for a seven-year-old to take the S-Bahn to school? The Dresden Administrative Court gives a clear answer.
Criticism of new police unit near the border
The CDU wanted to install its own border police force in Saxony. The project was canceled due to a lack of funds. Now another variant is to provide relief. But this has also met with criticism.
Unlimited shopping: 13 smart stores in Saxony
Smart stores make everyday life easier and enhance places, says one expert. Nevertheless, Sunday remains sacred for many - and the debate about new store opening hours remains controversial.
Slight increase in tax revenue in Saxony
Tax revenue in Saxony in the first half of the year is above the previous year's level. The situation at the end of the year is still uncertain.
Report: Bayer and Leipzig agree on Blaswich transfer
Goalkeeper Janis Blaswich is likely to change employers. According to a media report, Bayer Leverkusen will pay RB Leipzig a low sum in the millions for the 34-year-old.
Leipzig's handball players bring in Egyptian international
Leipzig's Bundesliga handball team is making personnel additions for the coming season. A new signing comes from the champions in Egypt.
Bautzen district restricts right of assembly for CSD
Last year, there were aggressive right-wing extremist protests at the CSD in Bautzen. This time, the district administration wants to prevent this with bans.
Seven people drowned in Saxony in 2025
Volunteer lifeguards keep watch at many swimming spots in the country. However, they cannot always prevent fatal accidents.
Trump threatens high chip tariffs - concern in Saxony
US President Donald Trump has been talking about high tariffs on chip imports for a long time and has now named the possible level: 100 percent. What does this mean for companies in "Silicon Saxony"?
Saxony sets up new "border search group"
During the 2024 election campaign, the Saxony CDU promised its own border police force based on the Bavarian model. It cannot be set up due to a lack of funds. Nevertheless, the search pressure is to increase.
White fleet resumes regular service
Low water and the demolition of the Carola Bridge had affected the White Fleet's timetable in Dresden. That is now changing.
Concerns in Saxony after Trump's announcement of chip tariffs
US President Donald Trump has been talking about tariffs on chip imports for a long time and has now named the amount: 100 percent. This is not good news for Saxony's semiconductor industry.
Major Munch exhibition in Chemnitz - painting returns
Edvard Munch was once in Chemnitz himself and created paintings there. The art collections are now dedicating a major exhibition to the Norwegian artist entitled "Angst".
Too heavy for bridge? - Police check in Bad Schandau
The damaged Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau may only be used by vehicles weighing no more than 7.5 tons. Following reports of violations, the police are now looking very closely.
Chemnitz presents major Munch exhibition - painting returns
The Norwegian artist Edvard Munch was once in Chemnitz himself and created several paintings there. The art collections are now dedicating a major exhibition to him entitled "Angst".