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Nine premieres, films from 58 countries and an XXL children's jury: the "Schlingel" festival is celebrating its anniversary. What the Chemnitz children's film festival is bringing to the big screen this time.
New registrations of e-cars have not developed as hoped for some manufacturers. As a result, many have readjusted their strategy. A new analysis shows what this means in concrete terms.
Accusations of anti-Semitism, a work of art taken down and a surprising U-turn: The Ibug Festival was the subject of controversial debates this year.
Are some of the artworks in the Ibug street art show in Chemnitz anti-Semitic? Following a letter of protest, the organizers have obtained several statements. What happens now?
Saxony's budget is in crisis, according to the Taxpayers' Association. The association describes the government's financial policy as "patchwork" and calls for structural reforms.
This year's Silbermann Days aim to explore the sound of Europe and build several bridges - not only between industrial history and music, but also between France and Saxony.
A street art exhibition is currently running in Chemnitz as part of the European Capital of Culture program. But now there are accusations of anti-Semitism against some of the works on display. This is how the organizers are reacting.
A rift in the Chemnitz AfD parliamentary group has recently hampered the work of the city council. From now on, there will be two AfD parliamentary groups in the council.
The number of rail passengers between Vogtland and Dresden is growing. The trains connect important economic areas and university locations.
In Chemnitz, swimmers can swim their lengths outdoors for an extra week - and elsewhere in Saxony, swimming in the open air is still possible until September.
For the 20th time, Ibug is revitalizing Saxony's industrial wastelands with urban art. After a bumpy start in Chemnitz, the organizers are satisfied.
Saxony's Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs wants to reduce teaching absences with new incentives and more flexible staff deployment. What exactly is planned?
The lower the qualification, the worse the chances on the job market. People who have not had a job for a long time are dependent on special support.
The legacy of the uranium mining company Wismut is to be reappraised and exhibited at two locations. This has been a long time coming. However, it is now clear that the plans need to be scaled back.
Every year, the Ibug festival revitalizes Saxony's industrial wastelands with urban art. Now it is entering its 20th edition in Chemnitz. One theme that characterizes the show is the Gaza war.
Views on the importance of the Elbe as a waterway differ widely. The German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation is calling for a new river policy - and a return to nature.
In the Capital of Culture year, the "Begehungen" art festival in Chemnitz attracted a record number of visitors. The venue had it all.
The famous Scream motif and almost 100 works by Edvard Munch - the exhibition in Chemnitz delights visitors and ensures long queues in the Capital of Culture year.
Gardens can be a refuge for biodiversity, says the German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation. Even amphibians can become garden dwellers with a little human assistance.
For the Capital of Culture year, numerous buildings and squares in Chemnitz have been spruced up at a cost of millions. But there have also been setbacks.
The Second World War is over, but a nuclear arms race is underway between East and West. Miners in the GDR play an important role in this. They are now appearing on the opera stage in Chemnitz.
The consequences of the acid rain at the end of the last century are still measurable in the forest soils in Saxony. Lime is now being spread again to improve the situation.
A bacterium has been causing problems in the drinking water network in Chemnitz for several weeks. The responsible supplier is still looking for the cause of the contamination.
Edvard Munch was once in Chemnitz himself and created paintings there. The art collections are now dedicating a major exhibition to the Norwegian artist entitled "Angst".
The Norwegian artist Edvard Munch was once in Chemnitz himself and created several paintings there. The art collections are now dedicating a major exhibition to him entitled "Angst".
The Cultural Foundation of the Free State of Saxony regularly purchases works by Saxon artists. The latest acquisitions are on display in Chemnitz.
Some drivers like to accelerate on the highway without looking at the speed limit. The number of fines issued to speeders in Saxony remains at a high level.
Light Our Vision" has already transformed places in Chemnitz into luminous works of art twice. Planning is now underway for the third edition. It is all about people's visions for their city.
The second half of Chemnitz's bid to become European Capital of Culture 2025 is already underway. In August, the program will be revved up once again. What visitors can expect.
The Ibug street art festival is as much a part of summer in Saxony as ice cream and sunscreen. It is now in its 20th edition in the Capital of Culture year. The artists are already working at full speed.
Jonas Richter played basketball for 20 years. Now mental problems have led to the Chemnitz native retiring at the age of just 28. He talks about his decision in a long video.
Every year, the "Begehungen" festival brings abandoned places back to life with art. In this Capital of Culture year, the scale is larger than ever before: the venue is a decommissioned coal-fired power station.
Strict criteria apply to drinking water. However, a bacterium has been causing problems in the pipeline network in Chemnitz for several weeks.
Unlike Germany, the Czech Republic is committed to nuclear energy and wants to build new plants near the border. This has met with rejection in Saxony. However, the Greens are missing a clear statement from the government.
Kevin Yebo is staying with the Niners Chemnitz. The crowd favorite extends his contract and starts a season with the team with a EuroCup premiere.
Low water levels and persistent drought are an increasing threat to the flora and fauna in water bodies. Unfortunately, thunderstorms and sporadic rainfall have hardly brought any relief.
Saxony is desperately looking for teachers. Minister of Education Conrad Clemens wants pragmatic solutions.
The Niners' squad is taking shape. The new man occupies the seventh foreigner position for the Saxons.
With the transition to renewables, there is growing concern about power cuts in times without wind and sun. Eins Energie has prepared for the worst-case scenario with a plant whose location is a secret.
The band Kraftklub gives a spontaneous concert in front of thousands of people in Chemnitz. This has consequences for the musicians.
The connection between Leipzig and Chemnitz remains a constant annoyance for many. Despite an extended bus solution, there is still no real relief in sight for the route.
An appearance by Martin Sellner at a public meeting in Chemnitz town hall was prevented by court orders. The Austrian nevertheless spoke to a few dozen supporters.
The right-wing extremist Martin Sellner was supposed to give a speech on the topic of "remigration" during a meeting of the Free Saxons in Chemnitz town hall. The party has now been banned from the premises.
Sufficient water is a matter of survival for fire salamanders. As many streams are currently running low on water due to the drought, the amphibians are under threat.
Saxony was once the retreat of the NSU terrorists. Since the end of May, there has therefore been a new place of learning and remembrance for the victims of right-wing terror in Chemnitz. And it is very popular.
Chemnitz's theater is known far beyond the region, but it lacks a modern venue. Instead of the expensive renovation of the old theater, a new building is now being considered.
Chemnitz is making a name for itself with an unusual dance project: "Odyssey in C" leads through the city in 18 stations - from morning to night.
To mark the Capital of Culture year, the Archaeology Museum in Chemnitz is dedicating itself to mining, which has shaped Saxony for centuries. In doing so, the museum has struck a nerve.
Saxony's open-air stages are once again inviting you to enjoy theater in the open air this summer. What is on offer?
In the Capital of Culture, the city center was transformed into a ballet studio. It didn't quite work out with the largest ballet class in the world. Nevertheless, the organizers are satisfied.
The Capital of Culture program attracts many visitors to the city. The tourism industry is benefiting from this. Contrary to the trend in Saxony, the number of visitors and overnight stays increased up to April.
The Niners Chemnitz will be competing internationally again in the coming season. This marks the next milestone in the club's development.
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz invites you to discover the previously unseen. Does this appeal to visitors?
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz invites you to discover the previously unseen. Does this appeal to visitors?
DeAndre Landsdowne is the last foreign professional to leave the Niners Chemnitz. Three new additions are coming to the European Capital of Culture.
It was a record attendance for the Chemnitz festival. In addition to the performances by the big stars, the smaller formats were also popular. The organizers are delighted.
A man tries to flee from the police, but the officers are able to stop him - and record numerous offenses.
The pop group Blond and the Robert Schumann Philharmonic Orchestra drew thousands of listeners to their crossover performance at the "Kosmos" festival against a historic backdrop. There were a few surprises.
The summer months are the heyday of open-air festivals. In Chemnitz, the "Kosmos" has developed into a crowd-puller. Around 300 program items are offered with free admission.
With a new format, the German Museums Association wants to sensitize political decision-makers to the challenges behind the scenes. The first trainee is Saxony's Minister of Culture.
How much Saxony is there in tango? The Capital of Culture program explores this in numerous events.
The Leipzig-Chemnitz rail link is not only used by commuters, but also by many visitors to the Capital of Culture. But the problems continue.
In the Capital of Culture year, the Chemnitz art collections are preparing a major exhibition on Edvard Munch. Before it opens to visitors in August, a mobile art and hands-on project is now starting.
The solar manufacturer Meyer Burger is also fighting for survival in Germany. Despite filing for insolvency, production is set to continue - for the time being.
The willingness to donate organs has largely stagnated - even in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. Three clinics in the region have now been recognized for their special commitment.
In the upcoming summer months, Chemnitz's Capital of Culture program will feature one festival after another. Here's what visitors can expect.
A mysterious sign in Chemnitz has been causing speculation for days. Since Wednesday, "Kraftklub" can also be read in large letters. A countdown begins in the evening.
The Niners Chemnitz can only keep up with Heidelberg in the early stages. In the end, they are eliminated from the playoffs.
A Moroccan is deported despite a court order to the contrary. The Federal Constitutional Court has now dealt with the case and made a decision.
The wildcats in the Oberrabenstein wildlife enclosure - part of the Chemnitz zoo - have been busy producing offspring for six years now. Now the time has come again.
Saxony was once the retreat of the NSU terrorists. In Chemnitz, there is now a new place of learning and remembrance for the victims of right-wing terror. Those affected also speak at the opening.
Saxony was once the retreat of the NSU terrorists. In Chemnitz, there is now a new place of learning and remembrance for the victims of right-wing terror. Those affected also speak at the opening.
Since Russia's war of aggression, more than a million Ukrainians have sought refuge in Germany. The art exhibition "What we are made of" in Chemnitz traces common identities.
Chemnitz kept things completely open in the second playoff game in Heidelberg until shortly before the end, but still came away as losers for the second time.
The upturn is still a long time coming for many craft businesses. Their assessment of their business situation is correspondingly negative. The situation is particularly difficult in one sector.
As European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz also celebrates sports culture. Thousands take part, accompanied by a wide-ranging music program.
A motorcycle and a car collide at an intersection in Chemnitz. A 21-year-old man has to go to hospital with serious injuries.
A driver fills up his car, but instead of having to pay, he receives money for every liter of gas. Unimaginable. But e-car owners could experience this - due to negative exchange electricity prices.
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz is also celebrating its sporting culture. More than 8,000 runners have registered for a marathon. It also offers a broad music program.
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn is expanding its train service for the Capital of Culture Marathon in Chemnitz. What is changing?
Hydrogen is seen as a key to the energy transition and Chemnitz is at the forefront of these developments. A Master's degree course on the subject will be starting soon.
They are also urgently needed in Saxony: nursing staff. In terms of average age, the Free State will soon be the oldest federal state in Germany.
Despite their 14th defeat of the season, the Saxons finish the main round of the Bundesliga in fourth place. A sleepy start cost the visitors a potential success despite a better scoring rate.
Since Friday evening, activists have been occupying the Chemnitz Schauspielhaus in protest against cuts to cultural and social services. Now the artistic director is speaking out.
When archaeologists discovered the remains of a mikvah on the outskirts of Chemnitz city center in 2022, it was a minor sensation. Information about the find and its history is now available nearby.
Jan van Aken is a shareholder in the arms company - so that he can attend shareholder meetings. This has an interesting side effect for the chairman of the Left Party.
The Left sees itself as an opponent of the right-wing AfD. But it is also fiercely opposed to the black-red federal government.
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz is currently enjoying nationwide attention. Now activists have occupied the Schauspielhaus. What are the reasons?
Chemnitz holds the title of European Capital of Culture this year. The European Cultural Awards have now been presented in the Opera House with a large crowd of celebrities. These are the honorees.
Politics as a career? This is not the way forward for left-wing MPs. After a certain amount of time in parliament, they should leave.
In the Bundestag, some issues must be decided by a two-thirds majority. The Left Party would go along with this in individual cases - but it imposes conditions.
The German sports ministers have high hopes for a German bid for the Olympic Games. However, they do not want to commit to an exact year.
In the late summer of 2018, Chemnitz made national headlines with riots by right-wing extremists. The criminal investigation is far from over - much to the chagrin of the victims.
While electricity already often comes from renewable sources, there is a lot of catching up to do when it comes to the heating transition. According to EnviaM, higher costs compared to oil and gas are also a sticking point.
Michael Ballack gained his first soccer experience in Chemnitz. Now the former captain of the national team is returning there. For a very special reason.
After trailing by 22 points, Rodrigo Pastore's players staged a furious comeback and turned the tables in the final quarter.
The expansion of the railroad line between Leipzig and Chemnitz has been under discussion for years. Now the project is facing additional planning costs. Does this mean it has to be slimmed down?
The Niners squandered a 16-point lead against Rostock in the final quarter and forced overtime on the last shot.
Slightly fewer rejected asylum seekers were deported from Saxony in the first quarter. However, there were significantly more who left the country voluntarily.
Rodrigo Pastore's players overcame a 17-point deficit against Ludwigsburg. Jacob Gilyard converts the two decisive free throws in overtime.