Taxpayers' association warns of financial abyss
Saxony's budget is in crisis, according to the Taxpayers' Association. The association describes the government's financial policy as "patchwork" and calls for structural reforms.
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Saxony plans 18 trade fair appearances worldwide for 2026
In 2026, Saxony will continue to focus on its international presence: the state plans to open up new markets and showcase innovations from various sectors at 18 trade fairs.
Farmers reap good grain harvest - revenues fall
Weeks of rain have turned the grain harvest into a nail-biter for Saxony's farmers. But the yields are good. Nevertheless, arable farms are plagued by financial worries.
Contract terminated: Surprising departure from Dynamo Dresden
The 21-year-old joins WSG Tirol on a free transfer.
Carola Bridge: Demolition costs city 32 million euros
New construction not until 2028: The costs of demolishing the Carola Bridge are higher than expected. Around five million euros have been spent on safety measures and traffic routing.
Baroque music in the engine shed: Silbermann Days get underway
This year's Silbermann Days aim to explore the sound of Europe and build several bridges - not only between industrial history and music, but also between France and Saxony.
SC Magdeburg wins home opener: 34:28 against ThSV Eisenach
Runners-up SC Magdeburg celebrate a successful home opener and clearly dominate Eisenach. The Thuringians have to pay tribute to the higher quality of the Elbe city team.
21-month doping ban for bobsleigh pusher Wulff
In December, the pusher of Olympic bobsleigh champion Francesco Friedrich is found to have used a banned substance. Now there is a verdict.
Panter: Saxony must catch up in the expansion of wind energy
Saxony's wind power is still in its infancy - why local authorities are now making a profit and what this means for local acceptance.
No winner in test match between Aue and Magdeburg
The two traditional clubs play an evenly-matched game in private. It is exciting right to the end.
Mining and colonial suffering: Folkwang shows Kentridge exhibition
He is a draughtsman, stages great operas and promotes young artists. The South African all-round artist William Kentridge is the subject of a double exhibition in Essen and Dresden.
Mining and colonial suffering: Folkwang shows Kentridge exhibition
He is a draughtsman, stages great operas and promotes young artists. The South African all-round artist William Kentridge is the subject of a double exhibition in Essen and Dresden.
Leipzig's handball team gets Hertzfeld with a second playing right
The Leipzig Bundesliga handball team has to react to an injury right at the start of the season. The new player comes from Dessau and already has Bundesliga experience.
Citizen journalism in Germany and the USA: Status, challenges and AI perspectives
Citizen journalism enables active citizen participation in reporting. Despite challenges such as quality and financing, it offers opportunities through AI and platform journalism.
Health resorts hope for a comeback of outpatient preventive cures
Outpatient preventive health cures have once again been a compulsory benefit offered by health insurance companies for a number of years, but are little used. Saxony's health resorts are now discussing how the offer can be made better known.
Hitler salute on train and attack on woman - charges brought
A man allegedly gave the Hitler salute on a Dresden streetcar and attacked a woman. The public prosecutor's office has now brought charges.
Municipalities in Saxony to receive more money for wind turbines
The expansion of wind power in Saxony is making slow progress. Now the financial incentive for local authorities is to be improved.
"Day of the Saxons" starts with rain - 250,000 guests expected
From music and funfair to a parade: the "Day of the Saxons" celebrates its anniversary - for the first time with symbolic border crossings and encounters on the "Democracy Mile".
Family entrepreneurs call for an end to inheritance tax in the East
CSU leader Söder advocates giving the federal states a free hand in setting inheritance tax rates. Another proposal is now coming from the business community.
Train services on the East Saxony network restart
After the closure due to a dilapidated bridge, train services between Ebersbach and Zittau will soon be possible again. The additional bus route remains in place for schoolchildren.
Wild chaotic ride on the run from the police
A stolen car, a chase through a Leipzig park and ultimately property damage and an injured person: What happened during the escape of a 31-year-old and what awaits the driver now.
Plants of mattress manufacturer Schlaraffia close down
The brand name suggests almost paradisiacal conditions when it comes to sleep, but the economic reality for Schlaraffia was bleak. Now the lights are going out completely for the workforce.
Neisse Film Festival seeks entries for 2026
Filmmakers from Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic can once again submit their works for the film festival in the border triangle.
No investor: Meyer Burger plants cease operations
Production comes to a standstill, hundreds lose their jobs. The lights are going out at solar cell manufacturer Meyer Burger. The last hope is ongoing talks with interested parties.
Minister praises Chemnitz Capital of Culture as a great success
Chemnitz as Capital of Culture attracts more visitors and attracts international attention. The Minister of Culture wants to carry these successes into the future.
Eastern car industry under pressure - Congress sees opportunities
Change has long been a reality - and demands new answers: the annual congress in Leipzig focused on how eastern Germany's automotive industry is mastering the balancing act between crisis and innovation.
Metacarpal fracture: Leipzig's Banzuzi out for U21s
Leipzig's summer signing Ezechiel Banzuzi has to miss the trip with the Dutch U21 national team - and could also miss RB in the upcoming competitive matches.
District Administrator: Free State still owes youth welfare office millions
The youth welfare offices of the districts are responsible for the accommodation and care of unaccompanied minors. However, the costs are to be borne by the federal and state governments. And that seems to be the problem.
East German automotive industry relies on cooperation in times of change
Artificial intelligence, chip shortages and global competition: why the East German automotive industry is now relying on teamwork to avoid being left behind by change.