Lachmesse Leipzig brings comedy diversity to the stage
Every year in October, the Lachmesse Leipzig becomes a meeting place for the satire scene. This year, more than 100 artists are taking part in the festival.
News from Saxony
Chemnitz extends outdoor pool season
In Chemnitz, swimmers can swim their lengths outdoors for an extra week - and elsewhere in Saxony, swimming in the open air is still possible until September.
Left-wing parties demand longer rent freeze in Dresden and Leipzig
The rent freeze is intended to prevent horrendous rent increases. When a contract is signed, the rent may not exceed the local comparative rent by more than 10 percent. The left see a need to catch up.
Expert hearing in the state parliament: Educational time in focus
The debate about time off for further training continues. 14 federal states have long since introduced this right. Following a popular motion, it is now also a topic in the Saxon state parliament.
New management for the Zwickau Puppet Theater
Puppets have been telling exciting stories in the theater in Zwickau for 73 years. An important change is due for the new season.
500 meter long table: 9th Dresden banquet for diversity
Once a year, Dresden's civil society invites people to a banquet in the middle of the city. The ninth edition will once again set an example in the state capital.
European wildcat returns to the Vogtland
For decades it was thought to have disappeared - now the European wildcat is back in the Vogtland. Its reappearance could help decide what our forests will look like in the future.
Kretschmer: Building exhibition would be a turbo boost for coal region
The Saxon cabinet meets regularly outside the major centers to deal with problems in the region. In Leipzig's Neuseenland region, the focus was also on ideas for the future.
Experts expect an increase in wolf kills
Most attacks by wolves on grazing animals occur in late summer and fall. Before that, the predators are busy rearing their pups. Experts urgently recommend taking precautions.
8,000 guests at the start of Festival Ibug in Chemnitz
For the 20th time, Ibug is revitalizing Saxony's industrial wastelands with urban art. After a bumpy start in Chemnitz, the organizers are satisfied.
RB Leipzig still has these construction sites until the end of the transfer window
The end of the transfer window is approaching. But RB still has a lot of unfinished business. One central question remains in midfield. Who can give Leipzig structure?
Fish farming on the rise in Saxony
Carp, rainbow trout, tench: More than 2,000 tons of edible fish were produced in Saxony last year. This puts the state well ahead of the rest of Germany.
Researcher provides encouragement for depression in old age
Recently, former Trigema CEO Wolfgang Grupp made a suicide attempt public and reported on his age-related depression. There is a good chance of recovery from such an illness.
Mintzlaff rages against RB kickers: "Despondent" and "disastrous"
RB Leipzig wants to get back to the top of the Bundesliga. The start goes badly wrong. Boss Oliver Mintzlaff puts his foot down.
Survey: Sorbs have closer ties to Lusatia
The Sorbian population feels more closely connected to Lusatia than the average, a study shows. Another result: Sorbian language and culture are part of the regional identity.
Strong differences in construction activity in the East
From construction boom to stagnation: the construction industry in the east will present a mixed picture in 2025 - with clear differences between the federal states.
Visitor minus at the Dresden Film Nights
The summer in Saxony has not been as cold and rainy as this year for a long time. The Dresden Film Nights also felt the effects of this.
Schloss Wackerbarth heralds the start of the grape harvest - good prospects
2024 was a year to forget for Saxony's winegrowers. This time they are more satisfied with the grape harvest.
SPD leader Homann: Get Saxony Fund off the ground
The Saxon double budget for 2025 and 2026 is a done deal. After the summer break, the government must now get into gear to do its homework, says SPD leader Homann.
Greens want special outpatient clinics for corona patients
The coronavirus pandemic has left deep scars on society. Even today, people are still suffering from the long-term effects of the virus. According to the Greens, they need better care.
Lotto players win almost one million euros
Many lottery players dream of winning millions. It almost worked out for two players from Saxony and Thuringia.
Minister of Culture announces "significant supplement" for teachers
Saxony's Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs wants to reduce teaching absences with new incentives and more flexible staff deployment. What exactly is planned?
CDU state leader Schulze: AfD wants to destabilize the country
The CDU in Saxony-Anhalt wants to go into the 2026 state election with a new lead candidate. Sven Schulze looks at the AfD as a competitor.
More violations of the Sunday driving ban for trucks
Trucks over 7.5 tons are only allowed to drive on Sundays and public holidays in exceptional cases. In Saxony, however, more and more truck drivers are ignoring the ban.
2:1 against Havelse: Aue achieves first win
An early goal conceded does not rattle Aue. The team from the Erzgebirge dominated the game and were able to celebrate late on.
Dynamo Dresden secure first win with 2:1 in Bielefeld
Dynamo Dresden put in a convincing performance at fellow promoted team and league leaders Arminia and were rewarded with their first win of the season. Dynamo also put a stop to an incredible Arminia run.
Late goal: Dresden stops Bielefeld's winning run
The promoted teams have shown different form so far. But Dynamo pull off a coup in the head-to-head clash.
Tree falls on moving car - two occupants injured
A stroke of luck: two occupants of a car are only slightly injured when the car is hit by a falling tree while driving.
Final at the World Transplant Games in Dresden
Germany hosted the World Transplant Games for the first time. Athletes with a donated organ competed against each other in Dresden. Despite the competition, they presented themselves as one big family.