Dixieland Festival Dresden expects hundreds of thousands of fans
Dresden claims to host the biggest festival of old-time jazz in Europe. In fact, the Dixieland Festival is celebrated as a folk festival. This explains the high attendance figures.
News from Saxony
Instrumental competition celebrates anniversary - 21 countries represented
The Markneukirchen Instrumental Competition celebrates its 60th birthday with violins and violas. Most of the participants come from China.
Saxon libraries return Nazi-looted property
Provenance researchers have been searching for unlawful cultural property in libraries and archives for years. This is funded by the federal and state governments - and now there have been hits again in Saxony.
Cuts plans cause problems for Neisse Film Festival
More than just films: The Neisse Film Festival also has concerts and a reading in its program this year. However, cutbacks planned by the Saxon government are causing the organizers concern.
Chemnitz 2018: consultants complain about "delayed justice"
In the late summer of 2018, Chemnitz made national headlines with riots by right-wing extremists. The criminal investigation is far from over - much to the chagrin of the victims.
Another five departures from the RB Leipzig women's soccer team
RB Leipzig's female footballers have to cope with another five departures. This means that ten players have already left the Bundesliga club.
Minister: Lower protection status for wolves is a positive signal
How to deal with wolves has been the subject of debate in Saxony for years. Many see the growing population as a threat to livestock farming. Now the EU Parliament wants to make it easier to shoot wolves.
Werder fears for Njinmah ahead of Leipzig game
Werder can still make it into Europe. A win against Leipzig is necessary for this. However, one striker is in danger of missing out.
Pent-up demand for green heat - EnviaM plans investments
While electricity already often comes from renewable sources, there is a lot of catching up to do when it comes to the heating transition. According to EnviaM, higher costs compared to oil and gas are also a sticking point.
Dynamo Dresden in Mannheim on the brink of promotion to the second division
After the last-minute defeat in Bielefeld, Dynamo Dresden will now make another attempt at early promotion to the second division away from home. Coach Stamm is not changing his approach.
European Culture Prize for ex-footballer Michael Ballack
Michael Ballack gained his first soccer experience in Chemnitz. Now the former captain of the national team is returning there. For a very special reason.
These are the most popular baby names in Saxony
In 2023, Hanna and Emil were the most popular first names in Saxony. Are the two names back at the top of the rankings?
192 flu deaths in Saxony a sad record according to Köpping
The most recent flu season in Saxony is over. Influenza viruses in particular spread during the winter months. In addition to a high number of illnesses, there is a new record.
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.
Construction of the Infineon factory in Dresden on schedule
Semiconductor manufacturer Infineon is building a new factory in Dresden and plans to create around 1,000 new jobs. However, expected customs duties and the strong weakening of the dollar are weighing on the company.
Federal police in Saxony extend border controls
The new federal government has announced increased controls at the external borders. Additional federal police officers are now on duty at the borders in Saxony.
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.
Chemnitz on the brink of direct entry into the play-offs
After trailing by 22 points, Rodrigo Pastore's players staged a furious comeback and turned the tables in the final quarter.
Milbradt loses post as special representative of the federal government
One of the first official acts of the new federal cabinet extends to Saxony. The contract job of former Minister President Georg Milbradt is also on the list for deletion.
Media: RB Leipzig in contact with Ancelotti's son Davide
Several big names are being considered for the position of coach at RB Leipzig. Now another one has been added.
1. FC Magdeburg extends contract with defender Heber
Defender Heber has been in Magdeburg since January 2023. For coach Titz, he is an important cornerstone of the team.
Kretschmer: "Combining art and culture"
Estonia and Saxony are historically linked in culture and science. This is demonstrated by a joint exhibition in Dresden - which politicians are convinced can be used as a source of inspiration in the present.
Dresden continues to rely on sheep to maintain the Elbe meadows
Lawn mowers with four legs: Sheep graze on the Elbe meadows in Dresden, caring for a piece of nature. The long-time shepherd has now found a successor.
Discussion about photo - District Administrator Krüger distances himself
At a May Day celebration, Central Saxony's district administrator Krüger posed with a young man. He was wearing a shirt with Nazi symbolism. "I made a mistake," Krüger now admitted.
Saxony's interior minister welcomes more intensive border controls
Before the election, the CDU/CSU announced that it would rely on more border controls and refoulement to curb illegal migration. Saxony's Interior Minister welcomes this.
Social project with grades: Cross of Merit for female founders
In the Dresden project "Musaik", children from many countries learn to play an instrument and set an example for making music without borders. The founders are now being honored for their commitment.
Organic and high-tech against drought and pests in the vineyard
Drought and pests are poison for the vines. The winegrowers in the Elbe Valley are adapting to the climatic changes with new ideas and technical innovation - and to the wishes of their customers.
Steinmeier moves his official residence to Saxony for three days
The Federal President moves his official residence to Delitzsch for three days and meets citizens. On site, he talks about compulsory military service, change and what makes the region strong today.
Gymnastics festival and European Championships in Leipzig: emergency services are ready
Leipzig will be the venue for a major sporting spectacle at the end of May - with the German Gymnastics Festival and the European Gymnastics Championships. The emergency services want to ensure a peaceful and great time.