Bridge in Bad Schandau is opened for 30-ton trucks
The Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau can withstand heavier loads than previously thought. What this means for truck and bus traffic.
News from Saxony
What visitors can expect at the Dresden Striezelmarkt
Over 200 traders and millions of guests from all over the world: the construction of the oldest Christmas market in Germany is almost complete. In addition to well-known traditions, a large parade returns to the city.
Dresden wants to strengthen security at Christmas markets
While security concepts are still being discussed in Magdeburg, Dresden's Striezelmarkt is sticking to its plans. Other Christmas markets in the city are also to be better protected.
Dynamo Dresden appoints acting managing director
First the managing director of communications has to go, then the one responsible for sport. Now there is an interim solution in the management of Dynamo Dresden.
"Chewing gum" Raum sees luxury problem for Nagelsmann
Good full-backs have been a rarity in German soccer for years. The situation is more relaxed ahead of the World Cup qualifiers. The national coach provides a droll description.
Saxony wants to prepare comprehensively for hot spells
Heat, drought, forest fires: Saxony wants to take precautions in times of climate change. This was worth a meeting for the security cabinet. Local authorities also have a duty.
Steinmeier awards prizes in the history competition
Every year, the Federal President organizes a history competition. This time, interest is particularly high. Frank-Walter Steinmeier thinks this is a good sign in the face of increasing disinformation.
District of Leipzig bans bird fairs and poultry markets
Dead wild birds, dead farm animals - avian influenza is also spreading in Saxony. Why bird markets are no longer allowed to take place in the district of Leipzig.
Saxony now has an office for pop culture
Kraftklub, Trettmann, Silbermond - there is no shortage of well-known artists from Saxony. To ensure that this remains the case in the future, the Free State is focusing on promotion and networking.
Increased security: Christmas markets in Saxony are upgrading
Mobile barriers, anti-terror bollards, patrols: Saxony's Christmas markets are relying on new protective measures. What visitors can now expect - and where there are still uncertainties.
Planning for Dresden television tower completed
Dresden's television tower was a magnet for visitors in GDR times - until it fell into a deep sleep. Now the building is to be reawakened. What the tower should offer visitors in future.
Innsbruck bobsleigh track fears for World Cup after renovation
The lower section of the cable car in Innsbruck/Igls is newly built. But approval has not been granted. The risk of falling is too high. Now time is running out. The World Cups in all three disciplines are coming up.
Security debate after attack - markets start in Saxony
Despite the debate about security following the attack in Magdeburg, the Christmas markets in Dresden, Leipzig and Chemnitz are opening as planned. The security concepts have been revised.
How people live in Saxony
Renting or buying? In Saxony, this also depends on where you live. This is what statisticians know about housing conditions in the state.
Three-time Olympic champion gives swimming lessons to children
She was once a world-class swimmer. Now Ulrike Schmidt gives swimming lessons - at the Aue indoor swimming pool.
More public transport services in rural areas - but how?
In rural areas, there is often only one bus a day. If you don't have a car, you are not really mobile. The bus industry would like to change this, but it's not just a lack of money.
23 cannabis clubs approved so far
Cannabis clubs are relatively slow to get off the ground in Saxony. There are several reasons for this.
Award for "Kohlewelt" museum
After investing millions, the mining museum in Oelsnitz has an impressive exhibition on hard coal. It has now also won over the jury of the Saxon Museum Prize.
Second copper beech in Pillnitz Palace Park has to be felled
After a tree survey, it is clear that the second old copper beech tree in Pillnitz Castle Park will also be felled. What this means for visitors and the park.
Dresden castle chapel shines in new splendor
"My God, it's beautiful," says Minister of State for Culture Weimer as he looks at the reconstructed chapel of the Dresden Residenzschloss. This is yet another building block for the palace.
Teachers see problems only shifted by new measures
The package of measures to safeguard teaching is attracting criticism: teachers are complaining about work intensification and believe the actual goal has been missed. What does this mean for everyday school life?
Saxony produces the most goslings
Almost half of all goslings in Germany come from Saxony. St. Martin's Day marks the start of the main goose season, which many German families serve at Christmas.
Around 4,100 visitors at dance and theater festival
More than 95 percent capacity and a sold-out opera for the first time: the euro-scene Leipzig dance and theater festival draws a positive balance.
Number of pupils in Saxony-Anhalt to fall from 2026
From 2026, the number of pupils in Saxony-Anhalt will fall. The new forecast from the Conference of Education Ministers shows what this means for school construction and teacher planning.
Pupil numbers will decline in Saxony from 2027
The number of girls and boys in Saxon schools will not increase for much longer. The school administration already has to prepare for this with its planning.
Leipzig's female soccer players lose in Bremen
RB Leipzig's female footballers are unable to continue their short winning streak. A bitter setback in Bremen.
SC Magdeburg defeats the Rhein-Neckar Löwen
SC Magdeburg continues to win in the Bundesliga and now faces a top-of-the-table clash with SG Flensburg-Handewitt. However, the SCM needed a long time to get going against the Lions.
Leipzig handball team no chance against Berlin
The in-form Leipzig handball team was spared another home debacle in the Bundesliga. They held their own against Füchse Berlin for a half before the favorites pulled away.
Magdeburg remains bottom of the table: 0:1 against Paderborn
Magdeburg played a good game against Paderborn, but failed to capitalize on its chances. The defense made one too many mistakes and allowed the visitors to score the opening goal.