More and more people in need of care are dependent on state assistance
In Saxony, more and more people in need of care require state support. The cost of a place in a home is rising. What does this mean for those affected and their families?
News from Saxony
Aerospace company takes over TechniSat plant in Vogtland
The TechniSat plant in Schöneck, Vogtland, which was threatened with closure, has been saved. The investor company manufactures satellite systems, among other things.
Bridge over the A14 near Grimma has to be demolished
Due to damage, the bridge over highway 14 between Grottewitz and Würschwitz will be closed and demolished. Experts are now discussing when the work should begin.
Chip supplier Siltronic slips into the red
Siltronic reports a decline in sales for the first nine months and slips into the red with a loss of almost 44 million euros. The company employs 1,000 people in Freiberg.
Poetry slam scene chooses its champions in Chemnitz
Poetry slams have a large fan base as a modern poetry competition. Now the scene is choosing its German-speaking champions. Who will manage to convince the audience with their texts?
Merz comes to Dresden for inaugural visit
The Chancellor makes his inaugural visit to Saxony. In front of the State Chancellery in Dresden, people are planning a protest rally against Merz because of his controversial comments on the cityscape.
Cottbus expert Werner wants to avoid stress in Lusatia
After the 6-0 win in Augsburg, RB Leipzig travel to Lusatia with plenty of momentum. Coach Werner does not want to make any big experiments there. Energy coach Wollitz announces a fight.
Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt discuss flood protection
The cabinets of Thuringia and Saxony meet in the Harz Mountains and want to advance joint concepts. It's about flood protection, natural resources and an investment program.
Heiterblick loses order from Zwickau
The Leipzig streetcar manufacturer Heiterblick is struggling for its future and its employees are already on short-time working. Now the company is also losing an important order. What happens next?
Federal police pull drunk passenger out of plane
Getting on an airplane while heavily intoxicated and then becoming aggressive is not a good idea. A man who wanted to fly to Egypt from Leipzig now knows this too.
Cold relief in Dresden: Night cafés open for the homeless
When the nights get colder, life on the streets becomes life-threatening. There is help in Dresden: numerous facilities offer shelter, warmth and support for homeless people.
Without a driver's license: Teenagers crash car into fence and trees
Four teenagers, a car, alcohol and no driving license: a joyride south of Bautzen ended in an accident at the weekend.
Cottbus expert Werner wants to avoid stress with RB
After the 6-0 win in Augsburg, RB Leipzig travel to Lusatia with plenty of momentum. Coach Werner does not want to make any major experiments there. After all, he knows the opponent very well.
Tax estimate: Saxony still under pressure to save money
In 2025, the state coffers will be ringing tidier than expected. But there is a threat of losses from 2027. The Free State must step up its savings efforts, says the Finance Minister.
Energie coach Wollitz warns RB: "It will be a fight"
Cottbus want to upset Leipzig in the cup: Wollitz is counting on home strength, a sold-out stadium and a battle against the favorites.
Planned lithium mining: documents available from November
The plans for lithium mining in the Ore Mountains will be on public display from November. What citizens and communities can now contribute - and how the company intends to respond to concerns.
Pirna district office anticipates a large gap in the budget
Municipal finances are an ongoing topic in Saxon politics. CDU district councillor Michael Geisler is calling for a "proper conservative financial policy".
Leipzig wants to avoid "turbulent game" in Cottbus
After the 6-0 win in Augsburg, RB Leipzig travel to Lusatia with plenty of momentum. Coach Werner does not want to make any major experiments there. After all, he knows the opponent very well.
German-Czech Cultural Days in Dresden
Concerts, readings, puppet theater: the German-Czech Culture Days offer a wide variety of events.
German-Czech Cultural Days in Dresden
Concerts, readings, puppet theater: the German-Czech Culture Days offer a wide variety of events.
Lotto player from Saxony wins 2.2 million euros
A lottery player from Saxony is the only person in Germany to hit six correct numbers. What is the prize worth?
More Saxon children and young people taken into care
The number of children and young people taken into care in Saxony has risen. 16 to 18-year-olds are particularly affected. What is behind the measures.
"Happiness atlas": Saxony as happy as before the pandemic
Saxons are happier than they have been for a long time. The "Happiness Atlas" 2025 shows where the Free State shines in the national rankings and where it still lags behind.
Bridge over highway 14 near Grimma is closed
The bridge over highway 14 between Grottewitz and Würschwitz has to be closed due to damage. Experts are now discussing when the work should begin.
Foundation stone laid: Görlitz town hall to be renovated
The town hall in Görlitz has been empty for more than 20 years. The years-long search for solutions to reopen the listed building was difficult. Now the modernization is beginning.
DOK Leipzig starts with a US focus and 252 films
From the climate crisis to a retrospective: DOK Leipzig is showing more than 250 films - and the USA is in the spotlight. Which works will win 55,000 euros in prize money?
Museum: Grassimesse in Leipzig ends with record attendance
At the Grassimesse, newcomers and stars show what's hot at the moment - from ceramics to fashion. According to official figures, more guests visited the Grassimesse this year than ever before.
Philipp Preißler elected Lord Mayor of Freiberg
It took two rounds of voting to decide who will be the new mayor of the mountain town.
Fishing at Moritzburg Castle attracts thousands of visitors
The fish and forest festival in Moritzburg is a magnet for visitors every year. One of the highlights is the fishing in the Moritzburg castle pond. However, the weather is mixed on Sunday.