Municipal financial crisis - Verdi proposes closing ranks
Trade unions and employers are concerned about the strained municipal financial situation. To counteract the problem, Verdi is relying on an unusual alliance - but its success is uncertain.
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Fewer rental apartments on offer in the east in some cases
There are enough vacancies in large East German cities and finding an apartment is not a problem - this cliché is now being partially refuted.
Dresden volleyball players win eastern duel with Erfurt
Dresdner SC's volleyball players fulfilled their compulsory task against newly promoted Schwarz-Weiß Erfurt and defended their lead in the table with a clear victory.
Half a million calls to the East German poison control center
Poisonous mushrooms eaten, household cleaners swallowed, pills mixed up - in such cases, the Erfurt Poison Control Center is called upon. The joint institution of four federal states has been in existence for 30 years.
6:1 in test match: Dynamo Dresden confident against Erfurt
Dynamo score six goals against Erfurt at slow speed. The Thuringians were able to celebrate shortly before the end.
Bus companies in favor of expanding routes
According to bus associations, the introduction of the Deutschlandticket is a fare revolution. Now they are also calling for a supply revolution. Especially in the countryside.
Study: AfD's strength in social media is overestimated
A new study analyzes the AfD's online campaign in the state elections in Saxony, Brandenburg and Thuringia. According to the study, the state associations pursued different strategies.
Goose prices stable this year - imports significantly cheaper
Prices for fresh, local geese remain stable this year. Anyone who values regional products should order early.
Decision days: Will the BSW really soon be part of the government?
Voters in Thuringia, Saxony and Brandenburg have decided: without the new Sahra Wagenknecht alliance, there is no realistic coalition against the AfD. It will soon become clear whether the "blackberry" will ripen.
EnviaM cuts electricity and gas prices for customers
The East German energy supplier EnviaM has around 1.2 million customers. They can look forward to a little relief for their household budget. There is a reason for this.
Ramelow criticizes Wagenknecht for influencing state governments
Sahra Wagenknecht used to be in the party of Thuringia's current Minister President Bodo Ramelow. Now she has given her name to a new party that Ramelow has a lot to criticize.
Dresdner SC wins confidently against Schwarz-Weiß Erfurt
Second game, second win: The volleyball players from Dresden underline their decent start to the season thanks to their success in Erfurt.
Thuringia's Minister President Bodo Ramelow skeptical about possible AfD ban motion
A possible application to ban the AfD party is causing discussion. Bodo Ramelow also expresses concerns and recognizes a danger.
CDU politician calls for AfD ban proceedings after events in Thuringia state parliament
After a chaotic first session of the Thuringian state parliament, former East German Commissioner Wanderwitz (CDU) insists on a ban procedure against the CDU. He is not alone in this view.
Blackberry season in the east
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Blackberry season in the east
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Military unit from Saxony-Anhalt on a training trip to Bavaria
In the coming days, long columns of the German Armed Forces will be on the road from the Altmark to Bavaria. Road users are asked to pay particular attention.
Concerns about political and economic stability after state elections in Saxony and Thuringia
What do the election results in Saxony and Thuringia mean for the economic development of both states? Some associations are expressing concern after the election.
Researchers: AfD not an extreme party for many young voters
The AfD was the undisputed leader among young voters in Saxony and Thuringia. This has a lot to do with social media, says one researcher. In his view, one point is completely underestimated.
Election campaign in Thuringia and Saxony enters final spurt
Elections will be held in Thuringia and Saxony on Sunday and the election campaign is coming to an end. A survey shows little movement in party preferences - despite the suspected Islamist attack in Solingen.
Survey: AfD ahead of CDU in Thuringia - in 2nd place in Saxony
New state parliaments will be elected in Thuringia and Saxony on Sunday. A survey shows little movement in party preferences - despite the suspected Islamist attack in Solingen.
Study: Many young voters are afraid of the Greens
Young voters and the Greens were long considered a perfect match. However, the relationship has cooled since the European elections at the latest. A study now even reveals fears among many young voters.
Survey: chances of AfD coming first in state elections
In Saxony, Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer's CDU is ahead in a new survey, but the gap to the AfD is small. In Thuringia, AfD leader Höcke's party is in first place.
Sahra Wagenknecht wants to get involved in coalition negotiations
In Thuringia and Saxony, the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance can hope to participate in government. But the party founder is already driving up the price - and reinforcing doubts.
Appeal: Vote for social cohesion
Many people are looking forward to the state elections in Thuringia, Saxony and Brandenburg with excitement and concern. The presidents of the state parliaments address the voters.
Online voting help for undecided voters: WahlSwiper app
With the WahlSwiper app, users can find out which party best suits their own political views. It is not the only service that can help with the voting decision.
AfD as obstructionist and enemy of justice? - Göring-Eckardt warns of blocking minority in Thuringia
Bundestag Vice President Katrin Göring-Eckardt warns that the AfD in Thuringia could block important decisions and paralyze the judiciary if it achieves a blocking minority.
Sahra Wagenknecht sets conditions for possible coalition in East Germany
A possible coalition between the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) and the CDU or other parties at state level is made dependent on the stance on the war in Ukraine.
Wagenknecht: Peace issue decisive for coalitions
In the state election campaigns in Thuringia, Saxony and Brandenburg, the BSW is taking the war in Ukraine very seriously - and making a statement to future partners.
Politicians warn of fewer DB long-distance services in the east
The federally owned company is threatened with higher prices and fewer services. Will there be fewer IC connections in eastern Germany? Nothing has been decided, but a report is causing concern.
Schwarz-Weiß Erfurt returns
Schwarz-Weiß Erfurt needed just one year to consolidate financially. Now the Bundesliga is calling again.
Erfurt women from Schwarz-Weiß return to the Volleyball Bundesliga
The women of Schwarz-Weiß Erfurt will be playing in the Volleyball Bundesliga again next season. The undefeated champions of the 2nd Bundesliga Women's Pro are applying for a first division license.
Kramer calls for self-criticism in politics
With a view to the upcoming state elections in the fall, Thuringia's head of the Office for the Protection of the Constitution, Stephan Kramer, has called for more political self-criticism. "Until election day is a time for taking stock, reading mistakes, self-criticism, but also for courageous, dai ..
Sahra Wagenknecht presents campaign for state election in Thuringia
Sahra Wagenknecht presents campaign for state election in Thuringia. Wolf and Schütz also present alongside federal chairwoman.
Ukrainian students at Thuringian universities
Two years after the start of the Russian war of aggression, only a few Ukrainian students can be found at Thuringian universities.
Once again fewer slaughterings in Thuringia
Fewer and fewer animals are being slaughtered in the land of bratwurst. Meat production in the state continued to fall in 2023. This continues a trend that has been ongoing for years.
Thousands of inquiries about properties in Thuringia
Thuringia's property register is indispensable for construction projects and land sales. According to the Ministry of Finance and Infrastructure in Erfurt on Friday, there are around 50,000 inquiries every year. The digitization of such specialist registers is therefore of great importance. The real ..
Thuringia will inherit over 4 million euros from people without relatives in 2023
Last year, Thuringia inherited almost 4.1 million euros from people without relatives or who had left an inheritance. The number of cases reached an all-time high.
State Seniors' Council: better staffing of health authorities
Monitoring the hygiene of clinics and care facilities is one of the many tasks of local health authorities. The State Seniors' Council has an opinion on this.
Law firm to further review Theater Erfurt
Further aspects are to be investigated in the wake of allegations of suspected abuse of power at the Erfurt Theater. In addition to the audit office, further experts are now required.
Thuringian Minister President defends controversial personnel decision in committee of inquiry
Prime Minister Ramelow justifies selection of Karawanskij based on leadership experience and willingness to take responsibility. Investigation committee examines the state government's recruitment practices.
Wagenknecht: Respect for possible government participation
The newly founded party Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht wants to run in the state elections in Thuringia. Wagenknecht also sees opportunities for government participation - but not "for free".
Strike at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
Travelers at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports must be prepared for cancellations and delays.
Flight cancellations in Leipzig/Halle and Dresden on Thursday
After the train drivers, the aviation security staff are laying down their work on Thursday. Travelers must be prepared for cancellations and delays.
East German Chambers of Industry and Commerce: Letter to Scholz
In the super election year 2024, the chambers of commerce are concerned about the rise of "extreme forces" and the state of the regional economy. In a letter to the chancellor, they are not sparing with their criticism - and give him a tip.
Nationwide train drivers' strike: Deutsche Bahn expects massive restrictions on regional services
From Wednesday, Deutsche Bahn expects massive restrictions on regional services in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia due to the nationwide train drivers' strike. Passengers are asked to check the current timetable before starting their journey. Further information on ticket refunds is also available.
Be careful with dietary supplements in the form of fruit gums
The Poisons Information Center warns of the danger of confusing food supplements in the form of fruit gums with normal sweets. Children could snack on these in large quantities. There are also fruit gums for adults with psychoactive substances.
"Shambles of a state treaty": criticism of the prison building
In the Thuringian state parliament, several MPs have criticized delays and cost increases in the construction of a joint Thuringian-Saxon prison in Zwickau. "What a debacle", said FDP MP Dirk Bergner on Wednesday during a topical debate in the Thuringian state parliament. We neither know when the pr ..
Significant delays on the ICE route between Erfurt and Frankfurt am Main
Rail travelers must be prepared for considerable delays
Bus drivers in short supply: Association for more lateral entrants
There is a serious shortage of bus drivers in local public transport. The situation is so tense that some companies are sometimes operating with emergency timetables or have to turn down bookings for school trips, for example, said the head of the Central German Bus Association, Mario König, in Erfu ..
Charging infrastructure for electric cars in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia
Drivers of electric cars are finding it increasingly easy to find a public charging station in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. However, the ratio of the number of charging points to the number of electric cars varies greatly from region to region.
Private households in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia saved more energy than the national average
Private households in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia saved more energy last year than the national average.
Ifo study: Little satisfaction with schools
People in eastern Germany rate schools among the worst in Germany, according to an Ifo study. Only in North Rhine-Westphalia was the rating even worse, the Munich-based Ifo Institute reported Tuesday. 19 percent of adults surveyed in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia gave the grade 4 or worse, 56 ..