Saxony's car manufacturers grow - trend towards e-cars
Despite weak sales on the car market, Saxony's automotive industry produced more vehicles in 2025. Which locations are doing particularly well and where the production engine is stuttering.
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Bird flu: Chemnitz Zoo has to kill numerous birds
After the discovery of dead chickens, Chemnitz Zoo had to take drastic measures. What happens now and when visitors will be allowed back in.
Premiere: Battery train on the road between Leipzig and Chemnitz
Saxony premiere with a two-year delay: a battery-powered train now regularly connects the two cities. It is gradually replacing the diesel locomotives on the line.
Chain of lights for the preservation of the Congress Hotel
The demise of the Congress Hotel is like a stab in the heart of Chemnitz. That is why it is not only the employees who are concerned about the future of the former Interhotel. How can things continue?
AfD youth founds state association - protests in Chemnitz
The AfD youth organization Generation Deutschland has now also founded a state association in Saxony. It is headed by a city councillor from Bautzen.
Niners Chemnitz continue negative series
The Chemnitz basketball team ends January without a Bundesliga win. After leading by ten points, they completely lost their way in Hamburg and were clearly defeated.
AfD youth founds state association in Saxony
The AfD youth organization Generation Deutschland has now also founded a state association in Saxony. It is headed by a city councillor from Bautzen.
Suspected bird flu at Chemnitz Zoo confirmed
Avian influenza has been detected at Chemnitz Zoo. All birds have been tested and the enclosures secured. What happens now at the zoo?
Emergency at premiere - opera singer has to go to hospital
During a Mozart opera, a singer suffers health problems. How he is doing - and why the piece could still be completed.
Heating costs in Saxony: consumer advocates advise checking
How much are heating costs really rising in Saxony? Why it's particularly worth taking a look at your bills and your own consumption behavior now.
How our brain makes artificial intelligence smarter
Researchers at Chemnitz University of Technology and the University of Magdeburg are working on a new approach to artificial intelligence. Their model: the human brain and its ability to develop habits. AI systems should learn to automate routine tasks - and consume significantly less energy in the process.
Premiere: battery-powered trains run between Leipzig and Chemnitz
Two years of delay, but now the time has come: 300 seats, double traction and a premiere for Saxony. Next week, the first battery-powered train will carry passengers between Leipzig and Chemnitz.
Premiere: battery-powered trains run between Leipzig and Chemnitz
Two years of delay, but now the time has come: 300 seats, double traction and a premiere for Saxony. Next week, the first battery-powered train will carry passengers between Leipzig and Chemnitz.
1.6 million euros for hydrogen production in Chemnitz
A new electrolyzer is to produce green hydrogen from renewable energies in future. The project is a further step in the establishment of one of four German hydrogen centers in Chemnitz.
Multi-million investment: Center offers state-of-the-art cardiac medicine
Cardiovascular diseases are the most common cause of death in Germany. A new heart center has now been opened at Chemnitz Hospital to provide better care for patients in the future.
Chemnitz zoo closes due to suspected bird flu
Chemnitz Zoo will remain closed on Thursday due to a suspected case of bird flu. Many questions are still unanswered.
Number of places in Chemnitz daycare centers to be reduced
The city council has recalculated the required capacities of kindergartens and crèches. Fewer children are now resulting in a gradual reduction in childcare places.
Number of places in Chemnitz daycare centers to be reduced
The city council has recalculated the required capacities of kindergartens and crèches. Fewer children are now resulting in a gradual reduction in childcare places.
Congress Hotel facing closure - Lord Mayor: "Difficult path"
Probably the most striking hotel in Chemnitz is about to close. Mayor Schulze now sees the employees as the focus.
Niners Chemnitz without a chance in Podgorica
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team misses a big step towards the playoffs in the Eurocup. After a promising start, they let up dramatically in Podgorica.
Nature conservation project for warm habitats in the Elbe Valley
Reptiles such as sand lizards and smooth snakes as well as rare butterfly species live in the so-called dry and warm sections of the Elbe Valley. These areas are now to be protected even better.
When robots understand where we are looking
In factories, humans and robots often work side by side. But the machines do not know where their human colleague is looking. A new research group at Chemnitz University of Technology wants to change this. In future, robots will use eye-tracking technology to recognize where humans are focusing their attention. This could make collaboration safer and more efficient.
Particulate matter makes the air thick in Saxony
High concentrations of particulate matter are causing problems in Saxony: The limit values are currently being exceeded in many cities. Will rain and snow soon ease the situation?
New association aims to maintain the appeal of the "Purple Path"
The "Purple Path" art and sculpture trail was one of the major flagships of the Capital of Culture year 2025. A new association now wants to further boost the project's appeal.
Niners Chemnitz collapse in the final quarter
The Chemnitz basketball team still has to wait for its first Bundesliga win in 2026. They had everything under control for a long time in Oldenburg before completely falling apart.
Käthe Kollwitz to Jutta Müller: Exhibitions in Chemnitz
After the exhibition fireworks in the Capital of Culture year, the Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz now have to shift down a few gears. This is what art lovers can expect this year.
Washington leaves Jena and moves to Chemnitz
Science City Jena's captain of all people is leaving the team. There was no way to prevent him from moving to Chemnitz.
Well-known Chemnitz Congress Hotel closes
The 2025 Capital of Culture year attracted many visitors to Chemnitz. But barely over, the city's most striking hotel is now closing.
Goodbye Erzgebirgskrimi: Lara Mandoki talks about saying goodbye
After seven years, Lara Mandoki is leaving the successful Erzgebirge crime series. What she has learned to appreciate about the region and what she misses in German TV series and films.
Lara Mandoki honors strong East German women
As a TV investigator, Lara Mandoki has filmed a lot in Saxony. This is what she learned about the East.
App follows Stefan Heym's footsteps through Chemnitz
The writer Stefan Heym spent his childhood and youth in Chemnitz and gained his first experiences as an author. A new app now takes interested parties to Heym's formative places in the city.
Niners Chemnitz dupe the leaders
Two days after the home debacle against Munich, the Chemnitz basketball team looks transformed. In the Eurocup, they beat the league leaders from France.
Guided tours at Villa Esche in high demand - record number of visitors
Sold-out tours, guests from 16 countries and an architect who even designed the service: why Villa Esche 2025 was a magnet for visitors.
Study on knockout drops: only one in ten cases is reported
Time and again, people suspect that they have fallen victim to knockout drops. But only a few go to the police. A study by Chemnitz University of Technology shows for the first time how high the number of unreported cases is and why those affected remain silent.
Niners Chemnitz remain without a chance
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team's hopes of springing a surprise against top FC Bayern Munich quickly faded. In the end, they suffered their heaviest defeat of the season.
Chemnitz city boss travels to new cultural capital Oulu
Culture connects Chemnitz and Oulu. Now Lord Mayor Sven Schulze is traveling to Finland - to the new European Capital of Culture.
Niners Chemnitz lose German duel in Eurocup
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team is unable to extend its winning streak in the Eurocup. In Ulm, they even lost the head-to-head tie after a weak final quarter.
Hydrogen technology: Recyclable fuel cells from Saxon laboratories
High energy prices and climate protection - hydrogen is supposed to solve both problems. But the technology is expensive. Four Saxon universities are now developing fuel cells that can be reused. The "Hy²Cycle" project could advance the energy transition.
Niners Chemnitz lose at the last second
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team falls behind after a strong start in Frankfurt, but fights back impressively. In the end, a spectacular shot decides the game.
Drinking water tanker supplies 100 Chemnitz residents after burst pipe
After a burst pipe in the center of Chemnitz, residents receive drinking water via a tanker. The repair work has been underway since the early hours of the morning.
Niners Chemnitz extend their winning streak
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team celebrates an important victory in the Eurocup against the London Lions. A strong defensive performance after the break is the deciding factor.
Two million euros for animal welfare
Last year, two million euros in funding was approved by the state of Saxony for animal welfare. However, the money was not available until the end of 2025.
Sick to work? The body suffers for weeks
Quickly into the office even though you have a cold? A new study by Chemnitz University of Technology shows: Those who work sick pay a high price. The exhaustion lasts for weeks and the body needs much longer to recover than expected. Researchers warn of a dangerous spiral.
How well do you really know the Grimm fairy tales?
Mirror, mirror in the hand - or was it different? A linguist at Chemnitz University of Technology is investigating how well we still know the famous sayings from Grimm's fairy tales. Anyone can take part in a ten-minute survey. The results will be presented to the public.
Chemnitz local transport model to be further expanded
The Chemnitz model links the city with the surrounding area by rail. There are connections to Burgstädt, Mittweida, Hainichen, Aue and Stollberg. Another section will soon be built.
Niners Chemnitz concede home defeat
Chemnitz fails to get the new year off to a good start. Against Vechta, a weak defensive performance after the break proved to be their undoing.
First babies born in Saxony in 2026
The new year begins with good news for several parents in Saxony.
Niners Chemnitz win at the end of the year
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team confirms its good form in the home game against Trier. Despite a weak spell in the second half, they won in commanding fashion in the end.
Chemnitz beats Mitteldeutscher BC in a thriller
The team from Weißenfels suffered a bitter defeat in the Quarterback Arena in Leipzig. Even Charles Callison's strong performance was not enough to secure their eighth win of the season.
Niners Chemnitz win after thriller in Eurocup
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team put in a strong performance for a long time against Besiktas Istanbul, but almost let a big lead slip away in the final quarter.
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.
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.
Niners Chemnitz stop losing streak
The Chemnitz basketball team manages to break free at home against Rostock. With a lot of energy and a strong three-point percentage, they turn a deficit into victory.
Exhibition on sensational find: Mikveh as 3D model
During excavations in the center of Chemnitz in 2022, archaeologists discovered the remains of a mikvah, a ritual Jewish bath. The find is now the focus of an exhibition. What visitors can expect.
New degree course for secondary school teachers at TU Chemnitz
Up to 60 first-year students will be able to start the new course from next October. The region is set to benefit in particular.
Niners Chemnitz celebrate away win in Eurocup
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team fights its way out of the crisis in the Eurocup. In Panevezys, they had a clear lead for a long time, but their victory was jeopardized in the final phase.
Niners Chemnitz continue negative series
The crisis of the Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team is deepening. After a disappointing performance against Würzburg, they concede a clear home defeat.
Saxony celebrates Jewish culture with hundreds of projects
The diversity of Jewish culture will be celebrated in Saxony in 2026. A very special Hanukkah candlestick has been created especially for this. The first candle is lit at the opening of the theme year.
Niners Chemnitz win after catching up in the Eurocup
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team manages a turnaround in the Eurocup. They overcame a 13-point deficit against Panionios Athens in the final quarter.
Restitution of artworks - museum honors Jewish patron
Heirs of the Jewish banker and patron Carl Heumann have received back three works from the Chemnitz Art Collections. These are the reasons.
Hydrogen network receives further funding until 2028
The HZwo industry network is driving forward hydrogen technologies. The Free State of Bavaria has now secured follow-up funding until 2028. These are the goals.
Police stop right-wing extremist concert
Abrupt end: A private birthday party in Chemnitz turns out to be a live concert by right-wing extremists. The landlord and police intervene.
Niners Chemnitz lose after overtime
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team cannot overcome its weakness on the road. In Bonn, they squandered a seven-point lead in the closing stages.
Niners Chemnitz without a chance against Ankara
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team returned from the international break with a poor performance. In the Eurocup duel with Ankara, the offense was particularly disappointing.
BSW founds its own youth association in Saxony
The BSW has founded its youth association for Saxony in Chemnitz. The newly elected leadership duo wants to campaign for social issues.
Federal government funds NSU center in Chemnitz with 1.2 million euros
More than 14,000 people have visited the NSU Center in Chemnitz since May 2025. It is now receiving further support from the federal government - and is to be made permanent.
Kretschmer: "Chemnitz has written cultural history"
Chemnitz was European Capital of Culture in 2025. The year helped to bring Europe closer together, says Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer.
Closing time: Chemnitz says bye-bye as Capital of Culture
For the fourth time, a German city was European Capital of Culture. In 2025, Chemnitz made a name for itself with its diverse cultural offerings. An extraordinary year ends for the city.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe: Assets must be distributed differently
Large fortunes are inherited in Germany. The Commissioner for Eastern Europe sees a need for action - and not just between East and West.
Farewell to the Capital of Culture year with rave and mountain parade
Chemnitz rings out the Capital of Culture year and combines tradition and party for the finale. There will be open-air dancing in the city center.
Over 2 million visitors in Chemnitz Capital of Culture year
Almost 2,000 events, more than 2 million guests: Chemnitz was European Capital of Culture for a whole year. Minister of State for Culture Weimer praises a creative spirit of optimism in the city.
Finance Minister Piwarz: New debt will not solve problems
Saxony's finance minister is skeptical about taking on new debt. How Saxony wants to save money and modernize its administration instead.
Kraftklub celebrates life with "Dying in Karl-Marx-Stadt"
A huge sign reading "Sterben in Karl-Marx-Stadt" (Dying in Karl-Marx-Stadt) was a mystery in Chemnitz at the end of May - until Kraftklub revealed the secret with a surprise concert. Now it's here, the new album.
Goodbye Capital of Culture - What remains of Chemnitz 2025?
With special exhibitions, festivals, dance and theater, Chemnitz 2025 made a name for itself nationwide as the European Capital of Culture. Did the Year of Culture achieve its goals? And what remains?
Kraftklub singer wants a clearer edge against the right
Kraftklub singer Felix Kummer knows the light and dark sides of Chemnitz inside out. What he missed in the Capital of Culture year and why he had "butterflies in his stomach".
After Munch comes Claus: New art show attracts visitors to Chemnitz
With the major Munch exhibition, the Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz have presented a highlight in the Capital of Culture program. Now the museum is turning its attention to an internationally acclaimed artist from the region.
Light art, mountain parade, rave: goodbye Capital of Culture 2025
Chemnitz bids farewell to the European Capital of Culture 2025. What visitors can expect at the finale - and the best way to get there.
Light art, mountain parade, rave: goodbye Capital of Culture 2025
Chemnitz bids farewell to the European Capital of Culture 2025. What visitors can expect at the finale - and the best way to get there.
Black Friday in Saxony: big opportunity or big trap?
Discounts that only appear to offer savings and fake stores that are becoming increasingly brazen: What Saxony's consumers need to know now to avoid falling into the Black Friday trap.
Program for "Theater of the World" festival takes shape
International perspectives meet Capital of Culture heritage: a high-caliber jury forms in Chemnitz for the final selection of projects ahead of the 2026 festival launch.
Survey: Image boost for Chemnitz through Capital of Culture year
In a few days, the curtain will officially fall on the Chemnitz Capital of Culture year. What has it achieved? MDR asked more than 13,000 people. This is the result.
Niners Chemnitz concede first home defeat
The home streak of the Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team is broken. A disastrous start to the final quarter against Alba Berlin was their undoing.
FDP Saxony senses a spirit of optimism in its own ranks
"The dead live longer", as the saying goes. The FDP in Saxony wants to shed its image as a loser from previous election campaigns and finally get back on track.
Bus and train travel in Central Saxony will become more expensive
Passengers in Central Saxony will soon have to adjust to higher ticket prices. Subscription customers can save money, however. Where and when prices will rise and which tickets will even be cheaper.
Reiche calls for more "risk appetite" and less bureaucracy
Less bureaucracy, more courage to take risks: Federal Economics Minister Reiche sees this as the key to new investments and growth in Germany.
Saxony's Industry Dialogue discusses the future of mobility
How can structural change succeed in Saxony's industry? Experts discuss e-mobility, infrastructure and new value creation at the Industry Dialogue in Chemnitz.
Niners Chemnitz celebrate first away win in the Eurocup
The Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team put in an impressive performance for a long time in Trento, but had to tremble briefly at the end after taking a 22-point lead.
NSU documentation center in Chemnitz remains
A documentation center on the NSU terror opened in Chemnitz during the Capital of Culture year. Since then, it has counted more than 13,000 visitors. The commemorative work is to be continued in 2026.
Robots and AI find their way into Saxony's SMEs
Robby" has been a permanent member of the team at family business Arnold Electronic since last year. What challenges and opportunities does the use of robots and AI present for smaller companies in Saxony?
Niners Chemnitz concede home defeat in Eurocup
The form crisis of the Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team continues in the Eurocup. They at least put up a good fight against Podgorica. In the end, however, nothing worked out.
Chemnitz with budget freeze for 2026
Personnel, office supplies, training: Chemnitz is making big savings in 2026. What exactly is planned and why.
Niners Chemnitz lose after taking a clear lead in the Eurocup
The decimated Chemnitz Bundesliga basketball team suffers another narrow away defeat in the Eurocup. After a self-sacrificing fight, they ran out of steam in the end.
84,000 guests at the Munch exhibition in Chemnitz
What makes Munch's paintings such a crowd-puller? According to curator Kopka, the themes of fear and loneliness hit the "nerve of the times".
EnviaM cuts electricity and gas prices for eastern Germany again
From 2026, many EnviaM customers will pay less for electricity, gas and heating energy. However, the supplier warns of price fluctuations in the future.
Capital of Culture finale with mountain parade, light art and dance
The Chemnitz Capital of Culture program is entering the home straight. This is what visitors can expect in November and at the finale at the end of the month.
Ayse Irem wins German Poetry Slam Championship
For four days, the best of the German-speaking poetry slam scene competed in Chemnitz for the crown of the poetry competition. Who was the most convincing in the individual and team competitions?
Niners Chemnitz celebrate next home win
The Chemnitz basketball team remains undefeated at home in the Bundesliga. After some initial difficulties, they gave the team from Braunschweig, who were second last in the table, no chance.
Help for the homeless: cities respond to cold nights
There are numerous offers for homeless people in Saxony in winter. How the cities react to the cold nights and where support is available.
Help for the homeless: cities respond to cold nights
There are numerous offers for homeless people in Saxony in winter. How the cities react to the cold nights and where support is available.
Wage increase for Saxony's nursing staff
Nursing staff in Saxony are being paid more for their work. Their wages have recently risen more than the national average. Nevertheless, a number of federal states are paying more.