OVG allows expropriation: coal mining in Nochten continues
Why the court rates the public interest in electricity supply higher than climate protection - and why coal mining can continue in eastern Saxony.
News from Saxony
Dresden and Chemnitz satisfied with Christmas market
Dresden records a good year for its 591st Striezelmarkt. The mulled wine flowed in torrents. A baby carriage even ended up in the market's lost and found office. Chemnitz is also satisfied.
Food banks in Saxony struggle with rising costs
Despite generous donations of goods, the food banks in Saxony are experiencing rising expenditure. The association is still dependent on support.
Retailers largely dissatisfied with Christmas business
General uncertainty is dampening consumers' desire to spend. This was also confirmed in Saxony during this year's Christmas sales.
"Animals are not gifts, Christmas or not"
Associations warn against giving animals as presents at Christmas. Some animal shelters have a freeze on placements until January. However, anyone who wants to help the dogs or cats can do so.
Amadou Haidara leaves RB Leipzig for RC Lens
The Malian international wore the RB jersey for seven years. He will not be returning to Saxony after the Africa Cup.
Thüringer HC signs Brazilian backcourt player
The Austrian Reichert is leaving the THC in the summer. A potential replacement for the top scorer is already being lined up.
Sick over the holidays? On-call practices are open
Many doctors go on vacation over Christmas and New Year's Eve. Medical help is still available. The most important contact points in Saxony.
Beethoven's 9th Symphony sets the tone at the turn of the year
Lots of Beethoven, great Italian opera and masterpieces of concert literature. At the turn of the year, the orchestras in Saxony have catchy tunes in their program.
Slight decline in the number of tourists in Saxony
Tourism in Saxony has weakened somewhat this year. Experts also see a lack of major events as a reason for this. Nevertheless, the overall balance is considered to be good.
Kretschmer bemoans reform backlog in Germany
Germany needs more speed, but not a snail's pace, says Michael Kretschmer, Prime Minister of Saxony. With regard to reforms, he still sees plenty of room for improvement.
Stele on Caspar-David-Friedrich-Weg in Dresden inaugurated
Dresden is closely associated with the painter Caspar David Friedrich. A circular trail is currently being created in his footsteps.
Commander relieved after incident with German song
The first verse of the Deutschlandlied is played at a Bundeswehr Christmas party. The incident has consequences.
AfD warns government - Ministry of the Interior reacts calmly
The AfD feels unfairly treated by the Office for the Protection of the Constitution and speaks of "arbitrary" assessments. The Saxon Ministry of the Interior refers to the previous procedure.
Gonther new sports director at Dynamo Dresden
At the second attempt it works. The former professional succeeds Thomas Brendel, who has been released from his post.
Holidays make blood supply more difficult - DRK relies on donations
Life-saving blood products are in danger of becoming scarce, especially at the end of the year. The German Red Cross (DRK) is therefore offering extra dates for blood donations. It is advisable to register in advance.
RB brings Norbye back from Bielefeld ahead of schedule
The loan of the defender was not as successful as hoped. A new club is now being sought for him.
Greens complain about gaps in GP care in eastern Saxony
Difficult diagnosis: there is a looming shortage of GPs in Upper Lusatia. Many practices are on the brink of closure and there is a lack of new blood. The Greens are calling for appropriate treatment.
New hiking trail towards Bohemian Switzerland already accessible
A new hiking trail is to connect Bohemian Switzerland and Saxon Switzerland. The route is due to be inaugurated in spring - but it can already be tested now.
EU funds for Saxony's farmers just in time for Christmas
This year's EU direct payments will soon end up in the accounts of around 7,000 farms. However, they could be cut in future. Saxony's Minister of Agriculture considers this to be a fatal signal.
Dynamo Dresden loan Jason Ceka from Elversberg
The team at the bottom of the table urgently needs to strengthen its squad. The former Magdeburg player is the number one new signing this winter.
Christmas trees to give away in Leipzig
Bargain hunters watch out: There are free Christmas trees in Leipzig today.
Eisenach remains a points supplier away from home
The Thuringians let a three-goal lead slip from their grasp within twelve minutes at the break against Wetzlar, who are currently second last in the table, and then failed to get back into the game.
SC Magdeburg wins thriller against SC DHfK Leipzig
Leading and bottom of the handball Bundesliga surprisingly go toe-to-toe in Magdeburg. In the end, the front-runners were lucky to win.
RB soccer players lose against Cologne
The series of defeats for Leipzig's female soccer players continues. No win against Cologne either.
Big mountain parade in Annaberg-Buchholz in mild weather
Around 1,100 people in traditional costume with music and a miners' song: the big mining parade in Annaberg-Buchholz marks the festive end to this year's tradition in the Ore Mountains.
Stone with swastika thrown into Syrian man's apartment
A paving stone with a swastika and an insult lands in the apartment of a Syrian man in Freiberg. The police investigate the attack.
Traffic jams at the Polish border during Christmas travel
Traffic jams on the A4, full federal highways, closed junctions: Christmas traffic at the Polish border crossings is causing traffic problems around Görlitz on Saturday.
AOK Plus: 76 million for parents with sick children
Parents can also rely on the extended entitlement to children's sick pay in the coming year, emphasizes a health insurance company. What families and the self-employed are entitled to.