Niners Chemnitz win their home opener
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team struggles for a half against Hamburg, but then the knot bursts. In the end, they even crack the 100-point mark.
News from Saxony
Fire department rescues trapped cat in Dresden
A cat slips into a narrow crevice in Dresden and can no longer free itself. But rescue is near.
Champions Schwerin are challenged in Dresden
SSC Schwerin's last Supercup triumph dates back to 2020, and the drought is set to end in Dresden. But there has been a major upheaval in the team. Coach Koslowski is therefore tempering expectations.
Masked people smash windows in Leipzig
A group of masked men went on the rampage in Leipzig. The police suspect left-wing extremists. State security is investigating.
Solarworld founder buys trademark rights of his former company
Solarworld was once Germany's largest solar module manufacturer. Insolvency came in 2018. But the rights to the brand are still worth something today.
State directorate allows beavers to be shot
The beaver has long been a source of annoyance for pond owners in Upper Lusatia. Now the regional authorities have approved a drastic measure.
Ole Werner wants to see defensive stability against Dortmund
RB Leipzig always put in a decent performance against BVB. The statistics prove that. But is the defense solid enough? Coach Ole Werner will have to do without two veterans in the squad.
"Acute shortage" - There is a lack of foster families in Saxony
Children who are placed in foster families often have traumatic experiences behind them. The need is increasing, especially in large cities. What hurdles are there?
Syntainics MBC celebrates start-to-finish victory
The Weißenfels Bundesliga basketball team had everything under control for a long time in the home opener against Bonn, but then had to tremble. The captain takes over in the end.
Saxony opens liaison office for students in Vietnam
The Free State of Bavaria is recruiting students in Vietnam - and therefore potential employees. A new liaison office has been opened for this purpose.
Chambers demand adherence to area target for wind power
The East German Minister Presidents are in favor of new rules for the expansion of wind power. The chambers of industry and commerce consider this to be the wrong signal.
Hop harvest in the Elbe-Saale region slightly below average
75 percent of the hop harvest has been completed - but the yield is slightly below expectations. Why this is and how the quality is expected to turn out.
Karlsruher SC relies on patience with striker Šimić
Ahead of the game at Dynamo Dresden, Karlsruher SC are still hoping for an upturn in form from attacker Šimić. However, coach Eichner is not expecting a sudden breakthrough.
Kovac gives BVB personnel update and sees an RB advantage
In the Bundesliga, second-placed Dortmund host third-placed Leipzig. BVB coach Kovac talks about the match.
End of care level 1? - A good 58,000 Saxons would be affected
If care level 1 is abolished, more than 58,000 Saxons could have to do without important subsidies. What this means for independence in old age - and why the VdK is sounding the alarm.
Eastern countries woo investors at Munich real estate fair
Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are presenting their locational advantages at Expo Real in Munich. What the region offers investors and which projects are particularly in focus.
Ridle Baku nominated for DFB again after almost four years
The good performances at RB Leipzig have also been noted by national coach Nagelsmann. Now full-back Baku is set to make his comeback in a DFB shirt.
Calls for passport revocation for dual nationals after Hamas arrests
Three men are alleged to have procured weapons for attacks in Germany. Now the discussion about revoking citizenship for dual nationals is coming up again.
Niners Chemnitz lose Eurocup thriller in Greece
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team experienced a rollercoaster of emotions in Athens. After a desolate start and a clear lead in the second half, they lost in overtime.
SC DHfK Leipzig reaches cup round of 16
Leipzig's Bundesliga handball team ends its misery and wins for the first time this season. In the second round of the cup at Frisch Auf Göppingen, they hold their nerve in the final phase.
Attack plans? Suspected Hamas weapons procurers caught
Three men are alleged to have procured weapons for Hamas for attacks on Israeli and Jewish institutions in Germany. The Federal Criminal Police Office arrests them and searches them in North Rhine-Westphalia and Leipzig.
Particularly high rent increases for students in Leipzig
While students in Leipzig are struggling with high rent increases, Chemnitz and Dresden remain comparatively affordable. The Student Housing Report 2025 provides new figures.
Carola Bridge: Elbe cycle path in Dresden Neustadt open again
The path is now clear again for pedestrians and cyclists on both sides of the Elbe.
Steinmeier: "Do not allow democracy to be damaged"
Shortly before the Day of German Unity on October 3, the mood is anything but exuberant. The Federal President knows this too. And asks the citizens to pause for a moment.
BMW connects Leipzig plant to hydrogen network
Until now, the hydrogen has been delivered by truck, but in future it will flow through its own pipeline: Leipzig will be the first BMW site with a direct pipeline.
Poland extends border controls until spring
Since the beginning of July, Poland's border guards have been carrying out checks at the common border with Germany. The controls are now to remain in place until April 2026.
EU millions for field hamsters in Saxony
More hamsters on arable land in Saxony: That is the aim of a new EU-funded project. This is how to get the rodent offspring to thrive.
129 million euros for urban development in Saxony
From renovated town halls to youth clubs: Saxon municipalities can use new funding to make their towns even more liveable. There are also newcomers among the municipalities receiving funding.
Auer fans brutally attacked after game in Aachen
After Aue's game in Aachen, Erzgebirge fans were attacked in their vehicles. Two cars were totaled, but fortunately no one was seriously injured.