Crown Princess Mette-Marit comes to the Leipzig Book Fair
Norway is the guest country at the Leipzig Book Fair in March. Its crown princess is an avid reader. She will be joined by almost 50 authors, some of them very well-known.
News from Saxony
Dresden night mediators receive 125,000 euros in funding
They are out and about in the trendy district to ensure better coexistence between partygoers, residents and pub owners in the nightlife: the work of the night mediators is to be developed further.
MBC signs US-American Hysier Miller
A young US-American is to give the Mitteldeutscher BC even more impact. He is starting his professional career in Weißenfels.
Saxony SPD considers outcome of Bundestag election open
The Saxon SPD is putting up a fighting fight in the election campaign for the Bundestag elections. They want to fight for every percentage point.
More Leipzig residents want to be election workers than ever before
5,300 election workers are needed in Leipzig for the Bundestag elections. Based on the number of volunteers registered, this should be easily achievable.
Head of government Woidke: Commissioner for Eastern Europe remains important
The CDU/CSU would like to dispense with the office of Commissioner for Eastern Germany. This is met with criticism in eastern Germany: Brandenburg's head of government Woidke explains why he believes the position is indispensable.
Saxony's finance minister wants to save money
The economy is weakening and tax revenues are not rising as expected. Now Saxony's new Finance Minister Christian Piwarz wants to look at spending - and save money.
Choreographer Neumeier: Dance is the most human art
The choreographer John Neumeier is a legend in his field. The US-American has also often worked at the Semperoper in Dresden. Now he returns with a very personal piece.
Managing director Schäfer: Rose to be RB coach for many years
Leipzig botches the start to the new year. There is no discussion about a coach. Marco Rose is to keep the reins in his home city for as long as possible.
Riesa port struggles with costs - new terminal to help
Blocked transport routes and rising costs: the collapse of the Carola Bridge is upsetting the balance of shipping on the Elbe. Why some see the port of Riesa as a glimmer of hope.
Six German riders in the jump-off, but no home World Cup victory
The guests dominate the horse show in Leipzig. At the climax, the local heroes have to congratulate a Dutchman.
Magdeburg now second: 5:2 away win in Elversberg
1. FC Magdeburg concede an early goal at the start of the new year, work their way into the match and turn the game around when outnumbered. Three points at the end.
Too sluggish: Dynamo Dresden lose game and lead
The winter break has not done Dynamo any good. Against Viktoria Köln, the spectators missed the power soccer. That cost them the lead in the table.
Around 80,000 visitors at the Capital of Culture Festival in Chemnitz
Chemnitz celebrated the start of the Capital of Culture year. Thousands of visitors flocked to the city's stages.
Right-wing extremist concert in Dresden prevented
The police arrive at an alleged birthday party in Dresden. There they encounter two right-wing scene bands and visitors.
Less time for postal voters for the Bundestag election
The Bundestag election falls during the Saxon vacations. The deadlines are also shorter. Postal voters should therefore hurry.
Winning goal 18 seconds before the end for Thüringer HC
In Elche, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team was unable to build on its recent brilliant performances. However, they find a way to win in a thrilling final phase.
Tens of thousands celebrate the opening of the Capital of Culture Chemnitz
Chemnitz kicked off its year as European Capital of Culture with a major stage show. The nationally renowned Karl Marx Monument provided the backdrop.
February 13: CDU criticizes lack of concept for Altmarkt memorial site to mark 80th anniversary of Dresden's destruction
On the 80th anniversary of the destruction of Dresden, the CDU parliamentary group criticizes the lack of a concept for the Altmarkt memorial site. February 13, 1945 remains an emotional topic for urban society.
"A bit of kindergarten": Leipzig expresses frustration after 3:3
It was a spectacle for neutral spectators, but a bitter afternoon for RB Leipzig. After the 3:3 draw in Bochum, the mood at the Saxons is at rock bottom.
Leipzig squander 3:0 against Bochum: Boadu scores three times
RB Leipzig looks like a sure winner early on against Bochum. Then everything turns out very differently. A Bochum player becomes the man of the match with a hat-trick.
Steinmeier: "Anyone who didn't know Chemnitz has missed a lot"
Chemnitz in Saxony is the European Capital of Culture 2025. The Federal President invites you to take a closer look and get to know the region and its people.
No German successes at the World Cup home game
Leipzig is the eleventh stop in the indoor series. A Brazilian wins the day before the Grand Prix.
2:0 in Bielefeld: Cottbus take the lead in the table
Energie Cottbus have positioned themselves ahead of the summit clash in the 3rd division. The Lusatians won the first top match of the new year.
Demonstrations at the opening ceremony in Chemnitz
The official launch of Chemnitz as Capital of Culture is accompanied by demonstrations. There are loud protests against a march by the far-right Free Saxons.
Almost all parties in Saxony have an increase in membership
The general election is just around the corner. The parties in Saxony feel prepared - at least the membership trend gives them hope.
Leipzig coach Rose has to tinker at the bottom of the table
One more injured, another back from rehab, two suspended. Where has the RB offense gone? And now a game in which a win is actually a must, but anything but easy.
Tens of thousands of guests expected at the Capital of Culture launch
Chemnitz rings in the year as European Capital of Culture with a big show and a ceremony. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected. What is planned?
Big show heralds the start of the Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz
After years of preparation, Chemnitz is ready for its year as European Capital of Culture 2025. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected for the opening.