Criticism of Dresden's public transport savings plan: "painful cuts"
The Saxon state capital is threatened with a ten percent cut in local transport services. Criticism of the cost-cutting plans is growing louder and louder.
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New search: Missing bridge section not found in Dresden
The destroyed section of Dresden's Carola Bridge had two steel joints. One of the components, weighing several tons, has been recovered from the Elbe, but there is no trace of the other.
Fewer passengers in Dresden - Leipzig slightly on the upswing
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports are in financial difficulties. The current passenger figures, especially in the state capital, currently offer little hope.
New search for second joint of Carola Bridge planned
The Carola Bridge had two joints weighing several tons. Only one has been found and recovered so far. The search for the other will continue next week.
Long military convoys on their way to the Czech Republic
Many British military vehicles will be on the road in several federal states over the next few days. The convoys are up to one kilometer long. What drivers should look out for.
Leipzig public transport with significant growth
New services and the Deutschlandticket make 2024 the most successful year for Leipzig's public transport company since the 1990s. The results in Dresden are also positive.
Woman hit by car and seriously injured
A woman is walking along a road in Mildenau when she is hit by a car. The police are now investigating what happened.
Speeding: family injured in accident
A car crashes into several trees in the Saxon municipality of Wolkenstein. A rescue helicopter also has to arrive to provide assistance.
Munitions expert monitors bridge demolition in Dresden
Following the discovery of the bomb on the Carola Bridge, work is to continue under expert supervision.
Man dragged by streetcar in Dresden
The doors close behind his dog. Then a 34-year-old man is dragged several meters by a streetcar in Dresden.
Snow and slippery conditions hinder traffic
In Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, people have to expect considerable restrictions in some cases due to the weather conditions. There are still delays and cancellations on local public transport.
Major problems with RE 6 Leipzig-Chemnitz
Modern battery-powered trains should have been running between Leipzig and Chemnitz long ago. There are serious problems with the replacement trains that have been hired instead. Can rail passengers hope for a remedy?
Major job cuts at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
The job cuts at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports will be greater than expected. According to the information provided, the main areas affected are administration and management.
Study: Driving in Dresden and Leipzig is becoming less attractive
In Leipzig and Dresden, driving is increasingly becoming a test of patience. In rush-hour traffic, vehicles move at almost the speed of a cyclist.
Bad Schandau bridge closure: companies fear for their existence
As the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau is closed due to the risk of collapse, residents and businesses are having to take major detours. This is causing great uncertainty for the future.
Bad Schandau bridge closure: companies fear for their existence
As the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau is closed due to the risk of collapse, residents and businesses have to take major detours. This is causing great uncertainty for the future.
Several million euros for streetcar construction in Leipzig
Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe is to receive several million euros for a modern streetcar depot. The aim: a more efficient and environmentally friendly streetcar fleet for the future.
Carola Bridge: Neumarkt Society wants open competition
It has been clear since mid-December: Dresden's partially collapsed Carola Bridge must be completely demolished. The Neumarkt-Gesellschaft would like to see public participation in the construction of a new replacement.
Surveying work for temporary bridge in Bad Schandau
Following the closure of the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau, a solution is urgently needed. Surveying work for a temporary structure has now begun.
Expansion of Leipzig/Halle Airport causes debate
The planned airport expansion in central Germany is polarizing like never before. Why environmentalists and local residents are putting on the brakes - and why construction may not be halted after all.
12.8 million euros for Saxony's cycle paths in 2024
Last year, the State Office for Road Construction approved more than twelve million euros for cycling projects. The aim is to achieve a sustainable and climate-friendly turnaround in transportation.
Demolition work on Dresden's Carola Bridge not quite on schedule
The site on the Old Town side of Dresden's partially collapsed Carola Bridge was actually supposed to be cleared in the first week of the new year. The schedule is not quite feasible.
Man drives through roadworks at 131 kilometers per hour
Police officers checked the speed of cars at a roadworks on the A72 south of Leipzig. One man was driving 71 kilometers per hour too fast.
Driver overlooks pedestrian - woman seriously injured
When the man tries to drive his car out of a driveway, a collision occurs.
Man dies in traffic accident at the state border
Fatal accident on Christmas Day on the border between Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. All help comes too late for a 54-year-old driver.
Police pull drunken Santa Claus out of traffic
Law and order also apply to Santa Claus - not least when he's on a moped.
Accident with wild boar causes full closure
Road accidents involving wild animals are not uncommon at this time of year. In the district of Central Saxony, such accidents result in considerable material damage.
Deutsche Bahn wants to equip more employees with bodycams
For several weeks now, employees have been wearing bodycams on regional trains in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. Initial impressions appear to be positive.
Van crashes into garage without handbrake
With 2 per mille alcohol in his blood, a driver forgets to pull the handbrake. In the end, even the technical aid organization has to be called out.
Man suddenly steps onto the road in Zwickau - seriously injured
For unknown reasons, a man runs onto a road in Zwickau while traffic is moving. This has serious consequences for him.
Senior citizen drives into group of pedestrians - one seriously injured
For reasons as yet unknown, an 86-year-old man drives his car directly into a group of pedestrians near Haselbachtal - with serious consequences.
Shipping traffic near Bad Schandau to start in January
Shipping on the Elbe has been suspended for weeks due to the dilapidated bridge in Bad Schandau. Ships may soon be able to sail again if measurements permit. But only at agreed times for the time being.
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.
B101 bridge in Großenhain: demolition has begun
The load-bearing capacity of the bridge on the B101 is so endangered that demolition is the only option. Work begins just one day after the inspection.
B101 bridge in Großenhain: demolition has begun
The load-bearing capacity of the bridge on the B101 is so endangered that demolition is the only option. Work begins just one day after the inspection.
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.
15-year-old seriously injured in moped accident
The teenager was riding his moped on a main road when a turning car collided with it.
B101 bridge in Großenhain: demolition and immediate closure
The load-bearing capacity of the bridge on the B101 is so endangered that demolition is the only option. The closure affects not only car traffic but also rail traffic.
Eurowings cancels connection from Leipzig to Düsseldorf
Leipzig/Halle Airport is losing another domestic German connection - and in just a few days' time.
160 instead of 70 km/h - police speed cameras
The police have checked the speed of cars in Upper Lusatia. One speeding driver will have to surrender his license for a longer period of time.
Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau must remain closed
According to initial investigations, the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau shows considerable damage. It remains closed to road traffic. However, ships should soon be able to pass under it again.
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.
Tunnel construction site and wave of return journeys - police warn of traffic jams
Every year, a wave of Christmas travelers rolls towards Poland, often causing long traffic jams on the A4. This time, the problem is exacerbated by a tunnel construction site.
Elbe closures cause problems for Czech skippers
Ship operators in the Czech Republic are not in the Christmas spirit. This is due to ongoing closures of the Elbe due to collapsed or dilapidated bridges in Saxony.
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.
Drivers race each other on the A72 - two accidents
Two other cars crashed because unknown drivers were speeding down the highway and overtaking on the right. However, the police are still looking for another driver.
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.
Around 30 million euros for streetcar expansion in Leipzig
The streetcar network in Leipzig has been undergoing modernization for a long time. Now the federal and state governments are contributing a large sum.
Stress test on the highway - long traffic jams on the A4 after accidents
Traffic jams around the Nossen junction on the A4 Dresden-Eisenach are not uncommon, especially due to roadworks. If there is also an accident, it becomes a bottleneck.
Investigation of the railroad bridge in Bad Schandau
Following the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, Saxon bridges along federal and state roads are being scrutinized. Preparations begin in Bad Schandau.
Lawsuit filed against expansion of Leipzig/Halle Airport
The areas for aircraft at Leipzig/Halle Cargo Airport are to be significantly enlarged. Environmentalists want to stop the project in court.
Hundreds of Alstom employees sue for vacation pay
A dispute between the train manufacturer Alstom and IG Metall is now occupying several courts. The local court in Bautzen has received hundreds of complaints from employees.
1.7 per mille - truck driver has an accident near Altmittweida
A truck driver with alcohol in his blood has had a serious accident near Altmittweida. There are traffic restrictions due to the recovery work.
Criticism of the handling of the bridge collapse in Dresden
The Elbe is not just a federal waterway. Czech inland shipping also relies on this connection to Hamburg. The consequences of the Dresden bridge collapse also affect them.
Inspection of the Agra Bridge in Leipzig begins
The partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge has resulted in special inspections of bridges throughout Saxony. In Leipzig, the Agra Bridge is now being intensively examined.
Construction work started for aircraft factory at Leipzig Airport
There is currently a lot of digging and excavating going on at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Environmentally friendly regional aircraft are soon to be built here.
Lufthansa cancels connection from Leipzig/Halle to Munich
After London, Leipzig/Halle Airport is losing another metropolitan connection: Flights to Munich will be discontinued from next summer.
Bad Schandau: Search for alternatives for Elbe bridge continues
The Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau will remain closed until further test results are available. An alternative is being sought to relieve traffic until the bridge is opened.
Bomb disposal near Leipzig goes according to plan
A 250-kilo bomb from the Second World War has been discovered during construction work near Leipzig. Despite challenges, the defusing is going according to plan.
Municipalities and transport companies demand more money for public transport
Saxony's cities and transport companies want more money from the federal and state governments for local transport. Otherwise there is a threat of service cuts. They are demanding investments of 200 million euros per year.
Lithuania: Flight recorders to be examined abroad
Following the crash of a cargo plane in Lithuania, investigators have made important progress - and recovered the plane's flight recorders. However, they will have to be analyzed elsewhere.
Plane crash in Lithuania: Search for cause underway
Following the crash of a cargo plane in Lithuania, investigators have made important progress - and recovered the plane's flight recorders. Can they shed light on the cause?
Plane crash in Lithuania: Search for cause underway
Following the crash of a cargo plane in Lithuania, investigators have made important progress - and recovered the plane's flight recorders. Can they shed light on the cause?
Investigators recover flight recorder after crash in Lithuania
After the crash of a cargo plane in Lithuania, the search for the cause continues. Investigators are making significant progress at the scene of the accident. Lithuania's president warns against speculation.
Lithuania's president warns against speculation about the cause of the crash
After the crash of a cargo plane in Lithuania, there is speculation about the cause. President Nauseda is against jumping to conclusions. So far there are no indications of sabotage.
Pistorius: No knowledge of explosive device in machine
The cause of the crash of a cargo plane that took off from Leipzig near Vilnius is still unclear. Defense Minister Pistorius calls for increased awareness of certain cargo shipments.
Lithuanian President visits crash site
Disaster strikes shortly before landing: a cargo plane crashes near Vilnius. Investigators examine the scene of the accident. The Lithuanian President also visits the scene.
DHL after crash: No evidence of suspicious parcels
The investigation into the crashed cargo plane, which was traveling on behalf of DHL, is in full swing. So far, there are no indications of suspicious packages, according to the company.
Expert: Routine communication before a crash
Shortly before Vilnius airport, a cargo plane crashes that was traveling on behalf of DHL. The recording of the communication between the pilot and the tower has now been published.
Germany sends investigators after cargo jet crash
A cargo plane that took off from Leipzig crashes in Lithuania. Investigators are trying to establish whether there is a connection with a warning issued by German security authorities in the summer.
Crash in Vilnius: fatality was a Spanish citizen
A cargo plane taking off from Leipzig on behalf of DHL crashes shortly before the airport in Vilnius. Information is now available on the nationality of the victims.
German authorities investigate DHL plane crash
A cargo plane that took off from Leipzig has crashed in Lithuania. It is unclear whether there is a connection with a warning issued by German security authorities in the summer.
Cargo plane crashed - What we know and what we don't know
Disaster strikes shortly before landing: a cargo plane crashes near Vilnius. Four people were on board and a residential building was nearby. At first, much is uncertain.
Crashed cargo plane was a Swift Air aircraft
The cargo plane that crashed in Lithuania was traveling on behalf of the postal service provider DHL. The Group is now releasing initial information on this.
Crashed cargo plane was a Swift Air aircraft
The cargo plane that crashed in Lithuania was traveling on behalf of the postal service provider DHL. The Group is now releasing initial information on this.
Police chief after crash in Lithuania: Answers need time
What caused the cargo plane that took off from Saxony to crash in Lithuania? The investigators do not expect quick answers.
Cargo plane from Leipzig crashes into residential building in Lithuania
A cargo plane taking off from Leipzig on behalf of the postal service provider DHL crashed into a residential building near the airport in the Lithuanian capital Vilnius early this morning. At least one person was killed and another person was injured, Lithuanian radio quoted a spokesperson for the ..
Police stop drunk driver of hazardous goods transport
The highway police take aim at a hazardous goods transporter in the Königshainer Berge tunnel. It is not allowed to drive there. There is another problem with the man at the wheel.
Carola Bridge in Dresden: shipping should be possible again at the beginning of 2025
Since the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, ships can no longer sail there. This is set to change at the beginning of next year.
Bus leaves the road near Großschönau
At night, a public bus meets its fate on a slippery road near Großschönau.
After the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge: Saxony's bridges put to the test
The partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge has resulted in special inspections of bridges throughout Saxony. The first traffic restrictions are in place in Bad Schandau and Dresden.
Vehicle registration by mouse click not yet possible everywhere
If you want to register or re-register your car, you can do this digitally in many places. However, some districts in Saxony are still lagging behind. There are security reasons for this, but it is set to change soon.
19 Bridges with "prestressing steel at risk of stress corrosion"
Until now, the interior of bridges has not been inspected. This is set to change following the partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge. In Saxony, 19 bridges are being subjected to a special inspection.
New safety measures required on two Dresden bridges
After the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge, the Saxon state capital had endangered bridges additionally inspected. Cracks were discovered - up to 27 centimetres deep.
Electrification of the Saxony-Franconia main line required
For the most part, the Saxony-Franconia main line is only served by diesel locomotives. This must finally change, demands Pro Bahn.
Protests against the expansion of Leipzig/Halle Airport
A campaign alliance is protesting against the approval for the expansion of Leipzig/Halle Airport. The environmental association BUND wants to take the matter to court.
Left Party federal chairwoman sees party well prepared for federal elections
The Left Party does not want to stand on one leg like a flamingo in the Bundestag election campaign and is therefore pursuing a dual strategy. In addition to direct mandates, they also want to clear the five percent hurdle.
Teenage moped rider flees from police in the Ore Mountains
A police patrol wants to check two mopeds in Oelsnitz in the Ore Mountains. Suddenly, one of the riders accelerates.
Further measurements at the closed Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau
The Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau has been closed for a good week for safety reasons. Further investigations into the structure will begin soon.
Problems with work delay tunnel renovation on the A4
The renovation of the Königshain tunnel on the A4 has been delayed. Normal operations could only be resumed once the tests have been completed in the spring.
Dresden Chamber of Crafts criticizes closure of the bridge in Bad Schandau
In addition to Dresden's Carola Bridge, the Elbe Bridge in Bad Schandau is also currently impassable for safety reasons. Drivers have to take a long detour. This is causing annoyance.
Dresden Advent traffic: more parking spaces, additional streetcar line
According to the city, the best way to get to Dresden's Striezelmarkt is by bus and train. Because: due to the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge, an important traffic artery is out of action.
Historic GDR express train to be put on the track in Radebeul
The SVT express railcar once ran from Berlin via Dresden and Prague to Vienna - even if it was the last stop for GDR citizens before then. Now it is to be put back on the rails.
Car driver overlooks cyclist - man seriously injured
A woman wants to pull out of a parking space in Dresden's old town. According to the police, she does not notice a cyclist approaching.
After bridge closure: Elbe ferries in Bad Schandau free of charge
Last week, the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau was suddenly closed for safety reasons. Commuters and residents can now use the Elbe ferries free of charge.