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.
News from Saxony
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.
More attacks - victim counselors warn of "right-wing takeover"
Right-wing violence in Saxony continues to increase. 2024 victim counselors again recorded more attacks than in Chemnitz in 2018. There is talk of a right-wing takeover.
FC Erzgebirge brings Günther-Schmidt from Saarbrücken
Aue are struggling in attack. There should be more options with the experienced Saarbrücken player. However, a trio will leave the Saxons.
Economic growth in the countries: things are going better in the north
In the past, when there was talk of a north-south divide between the federal states, Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg were often in the lead. Now things are different - say researchers from the south.
4th Leipzig Night of Apprenticeships: Discover your dream job
Visit the Leipzig Night of Apprenticeships on May 23 and experience over 150 professions, 120 companies and 40 dual study programs up close in one evening. Secure your place now and try out professions!
Teacher leaves school after right-wing extremist threats
A teacher is ambushed in the Ore Mountains. She is insulted and threatened. The woman has now had herself transferred early.
Dealing with the AfD: Kretschmer and Amthor stand by Spahn
Jens Spahn does not want to treat the AfD in the Bundestag any differently to other opposition parties in terms of organization. Union politicians from the East have a similar view.
Expert opinion rejects use of fund for budget restructuring
Saxony's government wants to cut the generation fund - but legal experts and associations are sounding the alarm. This is increasing the pressure on politicians - shortly before the budget consultations.
Van crashes into truck - man seriously injured
A van leaves the road on the highway and crashes into a parked truck. Pictures show an almost completely destroyed vehicle.
Accident on the A4 - driver seriously injured
The driver of a van is seriously injured in an accident on the A4 near Görlitz. The route has to be closed - with consequences that last into the evening.
Season over - night cafés welcome more guests
During the winter months, homeless people can spend the night in the rooms of Dresden's parishes. This season, a particularly large number of women came.
Virologists list failures of the corona pandemic
In Saxony, a parliamentary committee of inquiry is also looking into the coronavirus pandemic. Prominent virologists are also being questioned there.
Leipzig Zoo: Always worth a visit - especially when the sun is shining
A spring visit to Leipzig Zoo: experience Gondwanaland, Pongoland, the Africa World and animal encounters on a 4.5-hour voyage of discovery. Ideal for families and explorers!
Saxon Juso leader criticizes coalition agreement
Across Germany, the SPD's young generation is dissatisfied with the agreements with the CDU/CSU. Renegotiations are also being demanded in Bavaria.