Riesa-based medium-sized company invests 30 million euros
The current crises are also affecting Saxony's economy. Alongside concerns, there is always positive news.
News from Saxony
Draft budget: local authorities demand more money from the state
The Saxon Association of Towns and Municipalities sees a financial shortfall of 500 billion euros per year for local authorities.
Control campaign: Almost one in eleven speeding outside elementary school
The "Blitz for Kids" campaign aims to ensure greater road safety for primary school children. Thousands of vehicles are checked.
ThSV Eisenach wins junior world champion Seitz
The left-handed player only plays for SC DHfK Leipzig for six months. He continued his career in Thuringia.
Cultural promotion associations from eastern Germany meet in May
Museums, theaters: many things would not work without volunteers. In Wittenberg, cultural associations from eastern Germany want to provide new impetus. This should also involve networks, young talent and promotion.
Afghans with admission approval on their way to Germany
The promised admissions of Afghans are continuing. Another plane is on its way to Germany. Criticism comes from the CDU/CSU in advance.
Görtz leaves Leipzig: last stores close
After almost three decades, Görtz is leaving Leipzig. Pop-up stores are closing, but there is hope for a new location.
Ifo: Sentiment in East Germany's economy on the rise
The business climate index in eastern Germany rose slightly in March. But not every sector believes in the upturn.
Election of the Leipzig Youth Parliament: results are in
The youth parliament in Leipzig has been elected. 20 representatives were chosen from 23 candidates. The online election allowed around 50,000 young people to cast their vote.
Energy prices drive Saxony's inflation above the national average
Consumer prices are rising faster in Saxony than in the rest of the country. This has been placing an above-average burden on households for months.
Vacation planes take off for the start of the vacations in the south
Off to the sun by plane. Numerous vacation flights take off from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports at the start of the vacation season in Saxony.
Almost one billion eggs: production up in Saxony
Saxony's hens are growing: Almost one billion eggs came from the state in 2024 - including an increasing number of organic eggs. This makes Saxony one of the top five egg producers in Germany.
Easter in Saxony between festive tradition and peace march
Easter is the highest festival of Christianity, believers remember the suffering of Jesus and celebrate his resurrection. For many, however, it is simply a long spring weekend - with an Easter egg hunt.
Fruit blossom has begun in Saxony
Orchard meadows need care and protection. They are on the Red List of the most endangered biotope types in Europe.
ICE trains do not stop in Braunschweig and Helmstedt
Chaos on long-distance services: a faulty signal box slows down ICE and IC trains. Some journeys are completely canceled.
Renewed debate on Saxon generation fund
The Saxon generation fund is intended to cushion the state's future pension burdens for its civil servants. The government now wants to reduce the allocations in order to plug holes in the budget.
Dynamo extends contract with young player Lehmann
Paul Lehmann has only rarely been able to showcase his great talent this season due to injury. However, the club is convinced of his worth.
Cost-cutting measure hits Dresden's public transport companies
The city of Dresden has to save money. This also affects the transport companies. Services are being adjusted, especially during the school vacations.
Openda on Löw: "I like this coach"
Interim coach Zsolt Löw wins two Bundesliga matches in a row with RB Leipzig. His players are delighted and would like to work with him on a long-term basis.
Master plan for south-west Saxony to help region in transition
The Minister speaks of "reflection money" - money to think about how a region should move forward. Southwest Saxony has so far been very dependent on the automotive industry. That is set to change.
Gang fraud by fake police officers: three in custody
Successful investigations led to the arrest of three suspects linked to gang fraud by false police officers.
German government: two-year admission pledge for Afghans
Around 2,600 people who have been approved for admission are still waiting to enter Germany. What will happen to them after the upcoming change of government?
Saxony wants to simplify road renovation
Saxony is modernizing its road law. The central aim of the amendment is to be able to renovate roads, bridges and retaining walls from now on without a costly planning approval procedure.
Medieval midwife Marthe back on stage
In summer, the rock stage in Saxon Switzerland is home to popular characters from opera and literature. Marthe, a healer from the Middle Ages, apparently also likes it at Rathener Grund.
Fuel more expensive in the south
Drivers currently pay the most for refueling in Bavaria and Saxony. Rhineland-Palatinate has also become significantly more expensive in a state comparison. The city states, on the other hand, get off more cheaply.
Renewed debate on Saxon generation fund
The Saxon generation fund is intended to cushion the state's future pension burdens for its civil servants. The government now wants to reduce the allocations in order to plug holes in the budget.
Renewed debate on Saxon generation fund
The Saxon generation fund is intended to cushion the state's future pension burdens for its civil servants. The government now wants to reduce the allocations in order to plug holes in the budget.
"Leipzig shows courage": festival for cosmopolitanism
Traditionally, on the evening before 1 May, people at the "Leipzig Shows Courage" festival show their commitment to solidarity with one another. They set an example against right-wing extremism and racism.
Shostakovich Days Gohrisch on the 50th anniversary of his death
The small village of Gohrisch in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains is a place of pilgrimage for fans of the composer Dmitri Shostakovich. He composed an important work here in 1960.