A good two million guests at the Dresden Striezelmarkt
Dresden's Striezelmarkt is an absolute magnet for visitors during the Advent season. Operators and traders are satisfied.
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Saxony Trade Association draws a mixed balance
In times of crisis, consumers like to keep their money together and forgo one or two purchases. Retailers have also experienced this during the Christmas season.
Tourism in Saxony on the rise - noticeable recovery in the sector
Saxony wants to score even higher as a vacation paradise in the future. However, the tourism industry also has problems to solve. One of them is the lack of staff.
Klepsch: Tourism still needs government support
Tourism has ministerial status in Saxony. CDU politician Barbara Klepsch will head the department, which also includes culture, for a further five years.
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.
Dresden wins the fall championship in Unterhaching
In the style of a top team, Dresden completed their compulsory task at the penultimate team in the table in Unterhaching. Once again, a cohesive team performance is the key to success.
Kathrin Michel leads Saxony's SPD into the federal election
Following the break-up of the traffic light coalition, the parties are gearing up for an early general election in February. The SPD's top candidate in Saxony is co-leader Kathrin Michel.
President of the state parliament: "The role of parliament will be strengthened"
Saxony has a minority government for the first time. According to state parliament president Alexander Dierks, this requires a new political culture in parliament. He sees this as an opportunity.
Economics Minister: Decision on Dresden was foreseeable
Volkswagen and IG Metall have been wrangling for days, but now an agreement has been reached in the wage dispute. The end of car production in Dresden was foreseeable, explains Economics Minister Panter.
AOK Plus increases health insurance contribution
Millions of people with health insurance in Saxony and Thuringia will have to dig deeper into their pockets from 2025. AOK Plus is raising its contributions.
VW crisis: Kretschmer warns of economic clear-cutting
People in Saxony are worried about Volkswagen. The question is whether the Group, which employs more than 10,000 people in the state, will implement plant closures.
Kretschmer accuses federal government of inaction on migration
The CDU and CSU want to reduce migration and turn back refugees at the borders if they enter from an EU country, for example. The CDU/CSU in Saxony is also backing this.
Saxony popular with tourists from abroad
Foreign guests have boosted tourism in Saxony this year. The Free State attributes this to targeted advertising.
Saxony's minister wants new inspection regulations for bridges
Following the partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge, numerous structures are being inspected by the same building council. But Saxony's new Minister for Infrastructure wants more.
AfD and BSW clash over war and peace
There have been repeated debates on the war in Ukraine in the Saxon state parliament. It quickly became emotional. A debate in the last session of the state parliament in 2024 was no exception.
Leftists want the anniversary of the end of the war in 1945 as a day of remembrance
May 8, 1945 marked a turning point. On this day, the largest war in European history to date came to an end. According to the left, it should be a day of remembrance.
Elbe level drops - demolition of the Carola Bridge continues
Following the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, demolition work is underway again. In the meantime, the work had to be interrupted.
Bucking the trend in the east - economic output in Saxony falls
Gross domestic product is increasing in eastern Germany - and is better off than in the west. However, the situation is different in Saxony.
Enquete Commission: CDU adopts proposals of the Left Party
The Saxon state parliament has unanimously appointed a commission of inquiry to investigate the coronavirus pandemic. This was a first for the state parliament.
Klepsch wants a secure financial basis for the cultural landscape
Saxony is proud of its rich culture. However, many cultural institutions are also under pressure due to tight budgets.
State parliament debates violence against women
The figures are depressing. Women in particular are also victims of domestic violence in Saxony. The Free State has improved the protection mechanisms, but sees a need for further action.
East with stronger economic performance than the West
Gross domestic product is declining across Germany. In the east, however, the Ifo Institute is observing the opposite trend.
More visits to Saxony's cultural institutions again
Saxony's cultural institutions are reporting significantly more visitors. However, the level of previous years has not yet been reached again.
Kretschmer presents Saxon cabinet - four new members included
The Saxon Minister President is focusing on continuity and renewal in equal measure. The new cabinet includes six familiar and four new faces. This also increases the proportion of women.
New ministerial team is sworn in at the state parliament
The new Saxon government is ready to work. The ministers only have to be sworn in by the state parliament.
Kretschmer receives blessing from the churches
After being elected Minister President of Saxony, Michael Kretschmer also seeks a moment of silence and is blessed for his term of office.
Dierks sees "signal of stability" in MP election
In times of a minority government, parliament carries more weight. Saxony is the first state to have such a constellation.
Wagenknecht: "Certain commitments" in Saxony
They didn't want to cause chaos in Dresden, says BSW founder Sahra Wagenknecht about the election of the Minister President in Saxony.
BSW presents Kretschmer with Wagenknecht's book for his re-election
For his first days in office, the old and new Minister President of Saxony receives a guidebook from the BSW - a book by Sahra Wagenknecht.
Kretschmer: "Setting off together"
The old Minister President of Saxony is also the new one: Michael Kretschmer received 69 votes and calls on parliamentarians to work together in his first speech.
Kretschmer sworn in as Prime Minister of Saxony
Relief for the CDU: Michael Kretschmer manages to secure a majority in the second round of the state parliament election in Saxony.
Kretschmer, Urban and Berger compete again
All three candidates are standing again in the second round of the prime ministerial election.
First ballot closed - counting underway
Tension is mounting in the election of the Minister President in the Saxon state parliament. The votes from the first ballot are currently being counted.
Greens' motion for no option in MP election rejected
The Greens have made their voice heard in plenary with a hopeless motion - and have failed. It was about the design of the ballot paper for the prime ministerial election.
Left Party announces support for Kretschmer
Tension is rising in the Saxon state parliament. Michael Kretschmer is dependent on votes from other parties in the election for Minister President. Now the left-wing parties are speaking out.
BSW in Saxony: No uniform vote in MP election
Michael Kretschmer wants to be re-elected as Saxony's Minister President - but does not have his own majority in the state parliament. Now the head of the BSW has spoken out about the voting behavior of her parliamentary group.
Risky attempt: Prime Minister election in Saxony
The state elections in Saxony took place on September 1. Now the head of government is finally being elected. Or not? It is uncertain whether CDU candidate Michael Kretschmer will be able to defend his office.
Risky attempt: Prime Minister election in Saxony
The state elections in Saxony took place on September 1. Now the head of government is finally being elected. Or not? It is uncertain whether CDU candidate Michael Kretschmer will be able to defend his office.
Saxon state parliament to elect minister president
The hour of decision is approaching. CDU Minister President Michael Kretschmer must prevail against two candidates in his bid for re-election.
Saxon state parliament to elect minister president
The hour of decision in Saxony is approaching. CDU Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer wants to be re-elected there. He has to prevail against two other candidates.
Buses and trains in the Dresden region will become more expensive
Local transport prices have been rising for many years. In the area covered by the Upper Elbe Transport Association, bus and train travel will become more expensive again from April.
Experts: Prime Minister election without no votes
The Prime Minister of Saxony will be elected on Wednesday. The Greens had raised concerns about the voting procedure. A further expert opinion should bring clarity.
AfD leader Urban makes MP candidacy official
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer is facing competition in his bid for re-election. He has two rivals for the office.
Coalition agreement signed by CDU and SPD
The Saxon coalition agreement is in the bag. Now the new government has to overcome one more hurdle - the election of the Minister President.
Coalition agreement signed by CDU and SPD
The Saxon coalition agreement is in the bag. Now the new government has to overcome one more hurdle - the election of the Minister President.
Schuster calls for opening up the return program for Syrians
Following the change of power in Syria, many refugees may want to return to their home country. Saxony would like to expand its support for returnees.
Finance Minister draws positive conclusions from his time in office
Saxony's former Finance Minister Hartmut Vorjohann has always opposed calls for a softening of the debt brake. Now he is stepping down. How does he look back on his time in office?
Finance Minister: There will have to be cutbacks
The fat years are over. You hear this time and again in the corridors of the finance ministries. The planned minority government in Saxony is facing major problems.
Ludwig Simon on filming with his father Devid Striesow
Ludwig Simon and his father meet for the first time in leading roles. Here, the 26-year-old talks about the family shoot and the high heels he wore for the first time in his life for the movie.
Prime Minister election: Greens call for No option
The time has come on Wednesday: Saxony will elect its prime minister. However, the Greens do not agree with the voting procedure.
BSW invites Kretschmer and Berger for talks
A nail-biter or a clear victory? When Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer stands for re-election on Wednesday, he will be up against two rivals.
Path clear for CDU-SPD minority government in Saxony
The way is clear for a minority government between the CDU and SPD in Saxony. After the CDU, the members of the SPD also voted in favor of the coalition agreement with a majority (78.1 percent). The election of the Minister President is scheduled for Wednesday.Copyright 2024, dpa (www.dpa.de). All r ..
Dresden: 14 million euros for streetcar infrastructure
The streetcar infrastructure in Dresden is being renewed. The federal and state governments are supporting the measures with a total of 14 million euros.
More places, but fewer children in daycare
In Saxony, fewer children were cared for in daycare facilities in 2024 than in the previous year. But the number of places available has increased.
South Korean Park leaves Dynamo Dresden
After two and a half years at Dynamo Dresden, full-back Park is returning to his home country. He simply has too much competition in his position.
Cottbus ice-cold against Rostock- Dynamo and Aue also win
Energie makes a lot out of very little - unlike Hansa. Dynamo remain unbeaten at home. Sijaric Aue's matchwinner in a wild game.
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.
Dresden volleyball players defend their lead in the table
Four days before the cup semi-final in Potsdam, Dresden SC's volleyball players put in a successful dress rehearsal against VC Wiesbaden and consolidated their top position.
BSW insists on concessions on peace
A "blackberry" coalition in Saxony has failed because it was not possible to agree on the peace formula demanded by the BSW. This could also play a role in the election of the head of government.
Saxony CDU votes for coalition agreement with a large majority
The CDU wants to enter into an alliance with the SPD in Saxony for another five years. The majority in favor of the coalition agreement is clear.
Greens do not want to vote for Kretschmer in MP election
The tablecloth seems to be finally torn. Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer cannot count on the votes of his former coalition partner, the Greens, in his re-election bid.
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.
CDU votes on coalition agreement and Bundestag candidates
The approval of the CDU and SPD base for the new Saxon coalition agreement is considered certain. The CDU/CSU in the Free State also wants to set its personnel course for the new Bundestag.
CDU votes on coalition agreement and Bundestag candidates
The approval of the CDU and SPD base for the new Saxon coalition agreement is considered certain. The CDU/CSU in the Free State also wants to set its personnel course for the new Bundestag.
Dynamo Dresden top the table: 2:1 win against Mannheim
The third win in a row takes Dynamo to the top of the table for the time being. The Saxons played like a top team against a strong opponent.
City plans complete demolition of the Carola Bridge
It has been clear since Wednesday that the collapsed Carola Bridge in Dresden must be removed. Its remains are also damaged, leading to the failure of one of the three traffic lines - even demolition poses a risk.
Saxony pays 205 million to agricultural businesses
Saxony supports farms in disadvantaged areas with subsidies. The planned payments are primarily intended to compensate for natural disadvantages.
Hundreds of corona cases registered per week in Saxony
Respiratory diseases continue to increase - also in Saxony. Corona is still dominating the situation. But other viruses are also rampant.
Berger runs for the office of Prime Minister
"I believe I can do it": Matthias Berger wants to become Minister President of Saxony as the candidate of the Free Voters. The new Minister President will be elected next Wednesday.
Number of new asylum seekers in Saxony falls sharply
The controls at the borders with the Czech Republic and Poland appear to be having an effect. Although the international conflicts are not decreasing, the number of refugees arriving in Saxony is falling.
Dresden Wagner project in the New York Times Best of
The New York Times puts a performance as part of the Richard Wagner project on its list of the world's best performances in 2024, which also honors Dresden as a city of music, says Artistic Director Vogler.
"Very short notice" - Greens meet CDU on Friday
Kretschmer wants to talk to the other parties in his search for a majority for the prime minister election. The meeting with the Greens will take place less than a week before the vote.
Cookies from the 3D printer - school project in Dresden
In Dresden, pupils were able to gain an insight into the world of 3D printing - and take gifts home with them at the end.
Dresden experts: Check the risk of similar bridges
The experts are convinced that changes to the material used were the cause of the collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden. One lesson learned from this is to examine comparable structures more closely.
Child hit by car at streetcar stop
A boy wants to cross the road at a bus stop in Dresden. He is hit by a car and seriously injured. What is known about the accident so far?
Several cars collide in Dresden: three injured
Three cars collide on a country road near Dresden. Three people are injured.
Accident at Dresden Nord junction - A4 closed
There has been an accident involving several vehicles on the Autobahn 4 near Dresden. There are traffic obstructions.
Complete demolition of the Carola Bridge in Dresden necessary
Since the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, the city has feared for the rest of the structure from the GDR era. Now the experts are presenting their findings - and dashing hopes of its preservation.
Remainder of Dresden's Carola Bridge cannot be saved
Since the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, analyses of the cause and stability of the remaining structure from the GDR era have been underway. An initial expert report is now available - with bitter findings.
Student companies receive funding from the Free State
Healthy snacks, 3D printing or IT services - student companies in Saxony are active in many areas. The Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs supports the young entrepreneurs.
AfD calls for sole CDU government
The AfD is interfering in the formation of the government with a proposal: The CDU should govern alone - then the AfD parliamentary group would vote for Kretschmer.
Saxony: Prime Minister election scheduled for December 18
The Saxon state parliament provides clarity: the date for the election of the Minister President has been set. The election is to take place on December 18.
Free State supports 150 art and cultural projects in Saxony
Many cultural projects need financial support, and one of the sponsors is the Free State of Bavaria. Now its cultural foundation must also draw on its own reserves for 2025.
Saxony produces around 1.6 million tons of waste
Saxony households produced almost as much waste in 2023 as in the previous year. In contrast, small successes were recorded for separately collected organic waste.
25 schools enter into partnerships with companies
Climate protection, artificial intelligence and sustainability - Saxon schools cooperate with regional companies in a special field.
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.
SPD: Köpping and Panter to take over ministries
The SPD has named its ministerial candidates - but everything depends on the members' vote. Whether Saxony gets a new government will be decided in mid-December.
Demolition of the Carola Bridge has to be paused due to flooding
Almost three months ago, parts of Dresden's Carola Bridge collapsed. Now the clean-up work has been forced to take a break.
Cabinet confirms provisional budget management
In a difficult financial situation, the Free State of Bavaria is entering the new year without a new double budget due to the ongoing formation of a government in the wake of the state elections. However, it is still possible to pay for things that cannot be postponed.
Schuster: Departure center should increase deportation rate
The CDU and SPD have agreed to test a deportation center. The Minister of the Interior wants to use this to increase the success rate of deportations.
Dynamo Dresden win top match 3:0 against Bielefeld
Things have not gone according to plan for Dynamo in their own stadium recently. That will change again in the top match against Bielefeld of all places.
Saxony in Japan - First joint appearance at Semicon
Saxony supports companies in their presentations at trade fairs at home and abroad. Companies from the Free State are regularly represented at Semicon - now also with a joint stand.
Much applause for Prokofiev opera premiere in Dresden
In Sergei Prokofiev's opera "The Love for Three Oranges", a mentally ill prince is supposed to recover with laughter. The Semperoper offers musical theater in the best sense of the word.
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.
Tens of thousands at Dresden Stollen Festival - Special parade
Dresden Christmas stollen is world-famous. The baroque city celebrates it every year at the Striezelmarkt. Rituals based on historical models turn the Stollen Festival into a spectacle - for tourists too.
BSW Chairwoman Zimmermann: CDU and SPD are leading us astray
BSW Chairwoman Sabine Zimmermann is clearly critical of the coalition agreement between the CDU and SPD.
Number of corona deaths in Saxony on the rise - virus is the determining factor
The incidence of respiratory infections in Saxony remains at a high level. Corona viruses continue to dominate the situation - but influenza is also on the rise.
SPD executive committee recommends acceptance of the coalition agreement
The coalition agreement between the CDU and SPD has been finalized. The SPD is now putting it to a vote of its members. The decision should be made two days before the possible date for the prime ministerial election.
Conservatives want economic ministry for the CDU
In Saxony, the CDU and SPD have agreed on a coalition agreement. However, parts of the CDU have criticized the division of responsibilities.
Scarlet fever infections increased rapidly in 2023
Scarlet fever diagnoses increased significantly in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia last year. Doctors believe this is due to catch-up effects following the coronavirus pandemic.