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.
News from Saxony
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".
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.