Diakonie sees youth welfare in danger - association at an end
Saxony has to save money. A provisional budget is currently in place due to a lack of funds. Youth welfare organizations are calling for existing services to be protected.
Current Social News from Saxony Dresden Leipzig Chemnitz
The current Saxon online newspaper. Current news on social issues today from Saxony Dresden Chemnitz Leipzig.
Homann insists on regulation of social media in Europe
Hate is becoming socially acceptable on social media, says Saxony's SPD leader Henning Homann. He now hopes that Europe will stand firm when it comes to regulation after US President Trump takes office.
Head of government Woidke: Commissioner for Eastern Europe remains important
The CDU/CSU would like to dispense with the office of Commissioner for Eastern Germany. This is met with criticism in eastern Germany: Brandenburg's head of government Woidke explains why he believes the position is indispensable.
SPD and Greens want to retain the office of Commissioner for Eastern Europe
The CDU/CSU wants to reduce the overall number of commissioners - and dispense with the Commissioner for Eastern Europe. Politicians from the SPD and the Greens do not think this is a good idea.
Free State funds a further 25 projects on Jewish life
Jewish life has existed in Saxony since the Middle Ages. Deportation, flight and emigration during the Nazi era almost wiped it out - but it has been on the rise again since 1990.
Riesa in focus: How a guest commentary defames protesters
Der Gastkommentar von André Langerfeld in Die Sachsen beschreibt die Proteste gegen den AfD-Parteitag in Riesa als ‚Kampfgebiet‘. Eine kritische Einordnung zeigt die wahren Hintergründe und stellt die gewaltfreie Haltung der Protestierenden heraus.
Dresden population hardly changed in 2024
According to the latest figures, the Saxon state capital has 574,000 inhabitants. A slight increase compared to 2023.
First New Year's babies born in Saxony
The first babies of the new year have been born in Saxony. Abdullah and Bennet open the birth year 2025.
Mia and Matteo the most popular baby names in Saxony in 2024
"What should our child be called?" - One of the most important questions for expectant parents before the birth. In Bavaria, other first names top the list of the most popular baby names this year.
Telephone counseling service expects many calls on public holidays
Day after day and around the clock, the volunteers at the telephone counseling service are ready to listen to people seeking help. The number of inquiries increases during the holidays.
Grid operators cut off electricity less frequently in Saxony
Left-wing politician Lay has asked the federal government how the number of power cuts has developed. In Saxony, grid operators are interrupting the supply less frequently.
Ruling: No exemptions for assets for recipients of citizen's allowance
A house that only slightly exceeds the legally permitted living space can be counted as an asset for recipients of citizen's allowance. This was decided by the Saxon State Social Court.
Saxony's immigration in 2023 has fallen sharply
Saxony will register significantly less immigration from abroad in 2023. The slump in migration from Ukraine is particularly noticeable in the statistics.
Dresden night cafés - a unique concept
For almost 30 years, church congregations in the Saxon state capital have been opening their doors to homeless people during the cold months. The offer is unique in this form.
Garbage instead of clothes: clothes containers lose their usefulness
More and more used clothing containers are being dismantled in Saxony. How the DRK is nevertheless trying to safeguard its aid services.
Cultural office warns against right-wing mobilization against climate protection
The right-wing scene repeatedly mobilizes against climate protection, sometimes even leading to physical attacks. A project by the Kulturbüro Sachsen aims to counter this.
Volunteers honored - President of the state parliament recognizes commitment
Whether museums, sports groups, social clubs or the fire department, many things would be impossible without volunteers. Every year, people who dedicate their free time to these causes are in the spotlight in the state parliament.
School mail against loneliness - Christmas greetings for senior citizens
Loneliness often affects senior citizens. Personalized school mail is intended to bring joy to nursing homes during Advent.
Inclusion Award 2024 - Nine organizations honored
This year, the prize was awarded for the first time with a new structure. Prize winners in Dresden, Leipzig, Reichenbach, Görlitz and Borna can be delighted.
Experts: Large-scale demonstrations have not weakened right-wing extremists
East Germany has had a "super election year" - and the AfD made gains in many places. Democracy initiatives draw a sobering balance.
Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra raises 35,000 euros for children
The Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra is world-famous. For the 15th time, it played for children in need.
Initiatives exchange vouchers for money for asylum seekers
Since April, asylum seekers have been given a payment card instead of cash. The Refugee Council criticizes this measure. Initiatives are now offering the exchange for cash
One in five part-time employees wants to work more
Although most part-time employees in Saxony work part-time voluntarily, not all of them are satisfied with their working hours.
Jewish community: Nora Goldenbogen died
For many years, she represented the interests of Jews in Saxony. Nora Goldenbogen has now died.
Men's pensions below average - women's above average
Men from North Rhine-Westphalia and Saarland receive the highest old-age pensions in a nationwide comparison. Saxony's men are below the average, but its women are above it.
Left Party calls for state-wide strategy against homelessness in Saxony
More than 4,500 people in the Free State are housed in a facility because they have no accommodation. The Left Party believes that the Free State is also responsible.
Diakonie calls for donations for homeless people
A park bench is not a home, says Diakonie. Especially in the winter months, homeless people have a hard time. Donations are requested to alleviate their fate.
Semperoper Ball celebrates anniversary - prize for Tino Piontek
The Semperoper Ball in Dresden is all about music and dance. The ball celebrates its 100th birthday in 2025. Little by little, the ball society reveals the secret of who will be appearing on the dance floor.
Commemoration of NSU victims - Özoğuz: important day for relatives
For years, the right-wing extremist NSU terrorists lived unmolested in Saxony. On the day they unmasked themselves, the victims are commemorated here.