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.
News from Saxony
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".
Tour de France 2030: Initial talks with organizer
It's been a while since the Tour de France last stopped off in Germany. Now an association wants to ensure that it returns soon. There are already ideas for possible stage locations.
Dresden wants to take targeted action against the Asian tiger mosquito
Dresden wants to take the sting out of the Asian tiger mosquito. The aggressive animals can transmit dangerous diseases with their proboscis. Now they are to be trapped on the Elbe.
Left Party parliamentary group leader Pellmann undergoing treatment after heart problems
Leipzig MP Sören Pellmann leads the Left Party in the Bundestag together with Heidi Reichinnek. He has now been hospitalized after campaign appearances.
Trade union warns of double crisis in the education system
According to the education union GEW, the new school year in Saxony is set to be a gloomy one.
Klingenthal gets a Ski Jumping World Cup after all
The ski jumping elite actually wanted to avoid the Vogtland Arena again in the new season. As it is not possible to jump in Lake Placid, Klingenthal comes into play.
Media: RB striker Sesko opts for Manchester
Newcastle or Manchester? The Slovenian was spoiled for choice. He will probably go to Old Trafford.
Saxony's cultural foundation shows purchased works in Chemnitz
The Cultural Foundation of the Free State of Saxony regularly purchases works by Saxon artists. The latest acquisitions are on display in Chemnitz.
Restaurant trade union criticizes food waste
The Food, Beverages and Catering Union speaks of greed at the buffet. Often the eyes are bigger than the stomach. And in the end, a lot of food ends up in the garbage can.
BSW: Local authorities should decide on federal funding themselves
The bear's fur has not yet been distributed. The covetousness of the federal government's special assets is great. The BSW in Saxony sees the municipalities in first place.
Almost 25,000 speeders on freeways have to pay fines
Some drivers like to accelerate on the highway without looking at the speed limit. The number of fines issued to speeders in Saxony remains at a high level.
Focus on wild cats on World Cat Day
Reach out to the paw: The German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation calls for the protection of the European wildcat and shows how everyone can help.
After fans banned from the premises: City of Jena responds to criticism
In November, riots break out at the regional league match between Carl Zeiss Jena and Chemie Leipzig. The city imposes bans - and now responds to criticism from Fanhilfe.
Teaching absenteeism in Saxony to decrease noticeably
A new school year begins next Monday in Saxony - and for around 37,000 first-graders, a new chapter in their lives. The Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs wants to reduce the number of lessons missed.
Köpping proposes investment summit on special assets
Saxony can expect to receive more than four billion euros from the federal government's special fund - a good 400 million euros over ten years. The money is urgently needed for investment in infrastructure.
Saxony's open-air theaters also play under grey skies
Persistent rainy weather is often a worry for open-air theaters. But those who like open-air theater are not put off by it. This can be seen in many places in Saxony.
"Overcrowded roads": ADAC warns of traffic jams at the end of the vacations
The last vacation weekend is coming up in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. At the same time, it is vacation time in all federal states. These are the effects on the roads.
Further investigations on the railroad bridge in Bad Schandau
Drilling work is planned on the bridge in August. The work may lead to traffic disruptions on the 172 federal highway.
Bomb found at the Carola Bridge construction site: Defusing on site - 17,000 people affected by evacuation
A 250-kilo bomb was found on the Carola Bridge in Dresden. It will be defused on August 6, 2025, and around 17,000 people will be affected by the evacuation.
Mainz appeal unsuccessful: Cup match in Dresden on Monday
The scheduling of the first DFB Cup round at Dynamo Dresden does not suit FSV Mainz 05 at all. The Bundesliga club's protest is unsuccessful.
7,800 kilometers on a bike across Europe
There are many ways to explore Europe. Former professional cyclist Markus Weinberg uses a gravel bike for this. He wants to cross 14 countries on this all-terrain vehicle.