Preparations are underway for the opening of the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau
Traffic has not been able to cross the bridge since November. If the results of the load test allow it, this could change in the coming week.
News from Saxony
Sachsenforst plants five million trees in the state forest
Saxony launches a large-scale reforestation program in the state forest. But extreme weather conditions and a shortage of seeds are causing problems.
A38 still closed after rear-end collision - one dead
A 50-year-old man dies in a rear-end collision on the A38. The highway is still closed in the direction of Dresden the following day.
Start-up scene in Saxony with strengths and pent-up demand
Saxon start-up companies still too often stew in their own juices. There is a lack of employees from abroad and insufficient access to venture capital.
Pauline Schäfer-Betz is out of the European Gymnastics Championships
The 2017 world champion on the beam has to undergo hip surgery. Health is her top priority.
Cannabis remains the second most common reason for addiction counseling
Cannabis is the second most common cause of addiction counseling in Saxony after alcohol. But despite increasing challenges, there is a threat of massive cuts in prevention.
Another gorilla dies at Leipzig Zoo
Two gorillas have died within a week at Leipzig Zoo - a tragic loss for the gorilla group and their keepers. It is still unclear what caused the animals' deaths.
Berlin's head of government calls for more international flights
Berlin's mayor insists on more international flight connections - ideally from the capital's BER airport. He also wants better rail connections through eastern Germany.
Aircraft noise at Leipzig/Halle Airport decreases slightly
Aircraft noise has decreased slightly at Leipzig/Halle Airport - but many local residents hardly feel any relief. Training flights in particular continue to cause annoyance.
400 million euros for electricity grid expansion in eastern Saxony
The loan enables the expansion and modernization of the electricity grid. New substations and high-voltage lines will secure the supply.
Trump's punitive tariffs put additional strain on Saxony's car industry
New US punitive tariffs are hitting the industry at an already difficult time. There is now growing concern that even strong plants like the one in Leipzig could stumble.
East German states demand more influence
Is the West actually aware of what is going on in the East? The state premiers are counting on the new federal government to hear the signals. And that investments worth billions will restore confidence.
Arts and crafts businesses invite you to visit
Whether candle arches or nutcrackers - Saxon arts and crafts are known far beyond the state's borders. This weekend, creative people will once again show what they can do.
Eastern European Commissioner Schneider resigns from office
Carsten Schneider from Thuringia has been the commissioner for the eastern German states since 2021. Something that will soon no longer be the case was important to him.
German Association of Towns and Municipalities criticizes draft budget
The municipalities in Saxony are complaining about empty coffers and are also looking to the state. For the first time in a long time, they no longer want to support the municipal financial equalization scheme.
New art museum on Karl Schmidt-Rottluff
The beginnings of Karl Schmidt-Rottluff's artistic path lie in Chemnitz. A new museum in his parents' house traces his life and the early history of the "Brücke".
Thuringia's head of government: make greater use of experience in the East
The East German minister presidents are unanimously calling for more influence in federal politics. Also in overcoming the economic crisis.
Woidke demands: Fifth of the federal cabinet from the East
East Germans are currently not represented in the next state offices. This needs to change in the ministerial ranks, says Brandenburg's Minister President. And he has support.
Finance Minister prepares Saxony for difficult times
Even a finance minister does not have a heart of stone, says Saxony's head of department Christian Piwarz. In view of the cash situation, however, painful decisions had to be made in the draft budget.
Free voters in Saxony continue to reject firewall to AfD
The Free Voters in Saxony are sticking to their guns: a firewall to the AfD makes little sense in their view. The party is thus taking a stand against the federal executive.
"Encouraged us": Klopp visits Leipzig's dressing room
Jürgen Klopp drops by the dressing room after RB Leipzig's DFB Cup exit. Leipzig's interim coach Zsolt Löw expects a few more tips in the coming days.
Favorable omens for Saxon winegrowers
Devastating late frosts caused huge losses for Saxony's winegrowers last year. Things are looking better this year. However, frosty nights are still expected during the "ice saints".
Eastern Minister Presidents discuss strengthening the region
Mario Voigt believes that the East should not only catch up, but also lead the way in business and innovation. The Thuringian head of government chairs his East German colleagues.
Saxon state parliament with first consultation on the double budget
It is about more than just a state budget. The deliberations and the decision on the double budget will show whether the consultation mechanism of the Saxon minority government works.
With a dream goal: VfB Stuttgart advances to the cup final
Zsolt Löw is supposed to lead RB Leipzig to a conciliatory end to the season. But their chances of winning the DFB Cup are over. VfB Stuttgart will travel to Berlin for the final.
Mintzlaff: Klopp "one thousand percent" not an RB coach
Jürgen Klopp as coach in Leipzig - many RB fans have been dreaming of this since the appointment of the ex-Liverpool player as Red Bull's head of soccer. But it is highly unlikely to come to pass.
Zwickau has no chance against THC
The team from Saxony conceded a clear defeat to fourth-placed Thuringia in the Central German derby at the end of the regular season.
Plane crash in Lithuania: No signs of terrorism
At the end of 2024, a cargo plane coming from Germany crashes in Lithuania. The authorities are now presenting new findings on the crash.
Audi driver flashed at 214 km/h on the A9
Audi flashed at 214 km/h on the A9 - this is what awaits the driver now.