Consumer prices to rise by 2.2 percent in Saxony in 2025
Consumer prices in Saxony rose more slowly in 2025 than in the previous year. Lower energy prices in particular had an impact, but some services became noticeably more expensive.
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Disruption on the railroad line between Leipzig and Dresden
There will be considerable disruption on the line between Leipzig and Dresden on Tuesday morning. Long-distance trains are particularly affected.
Power failure in Görlitz
The power went out in several streets in the center of Görlitz on Monday evening. The cause is still unclear.
Arts and crafts largely satisfied with Christmas business
The artisans in the Erzgebirge are enjoying good sales before Christmas, but are facing challenges. They are already working on new products that will soon be presented internationally.
Chemnitz local transport model to be further expanded
The Chemnitz model links the city with the surrounding area by rail. There are connections to Burgstädt, Mittweida, Hainichen, Aue and Stollberg. Another section will soon be built.
Intoxicated novice driver caught drifting
A 19-year-old novice driver attracts the attention of the police while drifting in a parking lot. Alcohol and drug tests also produce conspicuous results.
Solar Valley: The next sunset
Solar expansion is booming, domestic production is dying: Following the closure of the last major solar producer, Germany is faced with the question of where the German solar industry is heading.
Clearing for Nochten opencast mine has begun
The owner fought against the deforestation of her woodland right up to the end. But she was unsuccessful in court.
What's next for Dresden Airport? Solution close
Financing is secured until the end of 2026. From 2027, Saxony-Anhalt no longer wants to contribute to the losses of Dresden Airport. A solution is close to being finalized.
Green League: Forest may be cleared for Nochten open-cast mine
A forest near Rohne is to make way for the Nochten open-cast mine. The excavators could be rolling as early as the beginning of January. What happens now?
No relief for guests in restaurants in Saxony
Despite lower VAT, prices in restaurants will hardly change. Saxony's Dehoga boss Axel Klein explains why this is the case.
ADAC advises: Better to leave your car parked on New Year's Eve
Rockets in the sky, broken glass on the road: Why the ADAC recommends leaving your car at home on New Year's Eve - and how you can protect your vehicle.
OVG allows expropriation: coal mining in Nochten continues
Why the court rates the public interest in electricity supply higher than climate protection - and why coal mining can continue in eastern Saxony.
Retailers largely dissatisfied with Christmas business
General uncertainty is dampening consumers' desire to spend. This was also confirmed in Saxony during this year's Christmas sales.
EU funds for Saxony's farmers just in time for Christmas
This year's EU direct payments will soon end up in the accounts of around 7,000 farms. However, they could be cut in future. Saxony's Minister of Agriculture considers this to be a fatal signal.
Traffic jams at the Polish border during Christmas travel
Traffic jams on the A4, full federal highways, closed junctions: Christmas traffic at the Polish border crossings is causing traffic problems around Görlitz on Saturday.
Slight increase in car production in the east
The automotive industry plays a major economic role in eastern Germany and thousands of jobs depend on it. 2024 was a difficult year. How have things gone so far in 2025?
Where Saxony stands with the hydrogen network - and what 2026 will bring
Where companies invest and jobs are created in the future also depends on the expansion of the hydrogen network. In Saxony, the expansion of the grid is making progress - 2026 is considered a key year.
Traffic jam on the A4 - entry checks slow down traffic
Traffic jam on the A4: travelers must expect delays due to entry checks to Poland.
Electronic patient file in Saxony: everyday life with hurdles
The vast majority of practices in Bavaria now use electronic patient records. Nevertheless, many doctors still report hurdles. What is the current status?
IHK boss brings Dresden Airport spin-off into play
Saxony's airports have reported their worst result to date. The state wants to hold on to the two sites in Leipzig and Dresden. However, the interests of the shareholders are different.
Leuna biorefinery starts production of wood chemicals
Chemicals made from wood instead of oil: the Finnish company UPM wants to set new standards with its biorefinery. The company is investing 1.2 billion euros in Leuna.
IHK draws a sobering balance and is disappointed with the federal government
"A nice Christmas story sounds different," says Dresden Chamber of Industry and Commerce President Andreas Sperl. We are in a permanent slump. Entrepreneurs are particularly disappointed with the federal government.
Free rail travel with a Christmas costume in Dresden
A present for Santa Claus: With a red coat, hat, beard and sack, Santa and Mrs. Claus travel for free on buses and trains in the Dresden area on Christmas Eve.
A4 tunnel towards Görlitz opened
The busy tunnel was renovated for two years. Now traffic is flowing again without restrictions - at least in one direction.
Customers in Saxony hold back on Christmas shopping
Only around one in four retailers in Saxony is satisfied with Christmas sales so far. What is behind the reluctance to buy.
Ifo forecast: East German economy growing more slowly than expected
The good news: economic output in eastern Germany is growing. The bad news: Probably slower than assumed in the summer.
New logistics center to be built near Leipzig/Halle Airport
A 50,600 square meter logistics center is being built in Kabelsketal. Modern technology and a sustainable energy supply are planned.
Dresden Central Station closed for several days in January and February
Construction work will temporarily paralyze Dresden Central Station in January and February. For rail customers, the closures mean replacement services and detour.