Justice Minister Against EU Plans for Return Centers
10.12.2025 Justice Minister Anna Sporrer rejects repatriation centers for migrants in African countries. Only countries with Council of Europe membership would be considered. The EU Commission sees it differently.
Police Officer Received a Punch to the Face in Vienna
10.12.2025 In Vienna, a 47-year-old woman slapped a police officer in the face with her open hand on Tuesday.
Update for Red-White-Red Card in Progress
10.12.2025 To counteract the shortage of skilled workers, the federal government is working on a reform of the Red-White-Red Card.
Illegal Weapon at Home: Viennese Man Threatened to Shoot Visitors in the Neighborhood
10.12.2025 On Monday evening, a 44-year-old man in Vienna-Donaustadt allegedly threatened to shoot two men aged 21 and 24. They were visiting relatives in a multi-family house. A weapon was subsequently found on the 44-year-old, which he possessed illegally.
Over 30 Kilos of Drugs Seized in Raids in Vienna
10.12.2025 The Vienna police have achieved a major blow against drug trafficking. Seven suspected dealers were arrested, several apartments were searched, and large quantities of drugs and cash were seized.
Burglary Series in Basement Compartments in Vienna-Brigittenau Solved
10.12.2025 A 26-year-old man is suspected of breaking into several basement compartments in Vienna-Brigittenau. The police caught the suspect in the act. He denies the allegations and was taken to a detention center.
Violence Against Women: This Is How the Stickers in the Vienna U3 Stations Will Continue
10.12.2025 The "No Place for Violence" stickers in the Vienna U3 stations have not become obsolete.
Motto "Opportunity Makes Thieves" in Lower Austria: Who Knows This Man?
10.12.2025 The State Police Directorate of Lower Austria is requesting information with the publication of photographs regarding a man who allegedly stole a handbag in the Gänserndorf district and made payments with the stolen ATM card.
Green Party Criticizes Additional Income Regulation for Unemployment
10.12.2025 From 2026, stricter rules for additional earnings during unemployment will apply. The Greens are now demanding more exceptions – especially for people in culture, science, and journalism who rely on project-based income.
Climate Agreement Light Sea on Vienna's Aspern Bridge: ÖAMTC Warns of Traffic Jam
10.12.2025 Friday evening, on December 12th, there will be a demonstration in downtown Vienna under the name "Sea of Lights on the Occasion of 10 Years of the Paris Climate Agreement". The ÖAMTC warns of potentially significant traffic delays.
Digital Receipt from 2026: What Changes for Customers and Businesses
10.12.2025 The government is launching a digital offensive with the cash register package: From October 2026, companies will be allowed to issue digital receipts. The paper receipt remains optional. Further changes affect sales limits and product groups.
After Massive Road Collapse on the Wienzeile: Underground Holes are Being Filled
10.12.2025 In September, the Linke Wienzeile in Vienna was struck by a surprisingly large hole, which became the downfall of a tour bus - quite literally. The incident pointed to deeper underlying issues. It became apparent: Inconsistent ground conditions and numerous cavities beneath the road required extensive stabilization measures.
CO Poisoning from Patio Heaters: Eleven People in Hospital
10.12.2025 A CO accident in Langenrohr in the Tulln district resulted in eleven injuries on Tuesday evening.
81-Year-Old Dies in Car Overturn in Burgenland
10.12.2025 In Burgenland, an 81-year-old man lost his life after a serious accident.
Debate About Israel's Participation: How Political Can the Song Contest Be?
10.12.2025 The decision to allow Israel to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna continues to spark discussions. In the "ZIB Talk," experts discussed the limits of the EBU, political interpretations – and a vision of Palestine on the ESC stage.
Rod Stewart delivered a great retro show at Wiener Stadthalle
10.12.2025 Rod Stewart presented himself at his Vienna concert on Tuesday evening in the Stadthalle as energetic as ever. On his "One More Time" tour, the 78-year-old offered a musical revue of his career – complete with a wink and showmanship.
Last Plenary Week in the National Council Before the Turn of the Year
10.12.2025 The National Council starts on Wednesday into an extremely busy plenary week to finalize numerous laws before the end of the year.
The Role of Viennese Property Management: Between Service and Conflict
10.12.2025 Property management companies play a central role in everyday living in Vienna. They are often the first point of contact for building issues and simultaneously a point of contention between tenants, owners, and service providers. Their role is complex, and their reputation is mixed.
Here the most expensive house in Vienna-Brigittenau was sold in 2024
10.12.2025 The most expensive building sold in Vienna-Brigittenau in 2024 is an office building. It was sold for 15.81 million euros.2025 Reaches for Top Three of Hottest Years
10.12.2025Patient Management: Unified System Commissioned
9.12.2025 In the "Reform Partnership" launched this year by the federal government, states, and municipalities, the pace is to be increased. At a high-level meeting on Tuesday in Vienna with the main topic of health, the task was given to the expert groups to develop concrete concepts for the planned larger administrative reform.
New Duty Time Management for Police: Trial Operation in the 20th or 22nd District of Vienna?
9.12.2025 In the 20th or 22nd district of Vienna, a new duty time management system for the police may enter a trial phase.
SPAR with Recall: These Are the Tomatoes Involved
9.12.2025 The "SPAR Cherry Tomatoes 500g" are the subject of a new product recall by SPAR. According to the announcement on Tuesday, it concerns the batch number S48/06.
This Strike is at Vienna's Door
9.12.2025 Thursday brings not only the continuation of the collective agreement negotiations in the social economy but also a strike by leisure educators.Vienna MA48 reminds: Christmas can also be environmentally friendly
9.12.2025 At Christmas, traditionally a lot of packaging material is generated. The MA48 takes the opportunity to highlight the importance of waste prevention, correct waste separation, and reusable alternatives.
Effectiveness Proven Again: HPV Vaccination Only Free Until the End of the Year
9.12.2025 Recent review analyses by the scientific network Cochrane support the effectiveness of the HPV vaccination. They reaffirm the protection against cervical cancer, its precursors, and genital warts, without any signs of an increase in serious side effects, emphasized the Association of Vaccine Manufacturers (ÖVIH) in a statement on Tuesday. The complete HPV vaccination, consisting of two doses, is only available free of charge for 21 to 29-year-olds until the end of the year as part of a catch-up campaign.We are giving away 2x2 movie vouchers for the film release of "THE PHYSICIAN 2"
9.12.2025 From December 25, the film "THE PHYSICIAN 2" will be in local cinemas. We are giving away 2x2 cinema vouchers.
ElWG: Question Marks Before Vote
9.12.2025 The amendment to the Electricity Industry Act (ElWG) is expected to be passed in the National Council on Thursday evening, according to parliamentary correspondence. However, it is unclear where the necessary two-thirds majority will come from.
Vienna's Pharmacies Flooded with Fake Prescriptions: 33-Year-Old Tracked Down
9.12.2025 Since April 2025, there have been numerous reports in Vienna against an unknown woman who attempted to redeem forged prescriptions in pharmacies.
"Only Auschwitz would help anymore": Nazi remark costs head physician at LK Horn the job
9.12.2025 A chief physician at the Landesklinikum Horn has been dismissed without notice after making a statement that downplayed the Nazi regime about a patient. The Lower Austria Health Agency condemned the remark sharply and spoke of a massive breach of duty.
New Long-Distance Bus Terminal in Vienna-Leopoldstadt Moves Closer
10.12.2025 The new long-distance bus terminal in Vienna-Leopoldstadt is getting closer. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on Tuesday.
Focus Checks in Vienna-Favoriten Led to 47 Arrests and 603 Reports
9.12.2025
In Vienna-Favoriten, several police focus checks were conducted in November 2025. This resulted in a total of 47 arrests and 603 reports.
Serious Fraud with Bail Trick: More Victims Sought
9.12.2025 After the arrest of a suspected fraudster in Munich, the police in Lower Austria are searching for further victims. The 21-year-old is said to be part of a gang that uses the so-called bail trick to steal cash, gold, and jewelry.
Missing Person Case Jennifer S. in Vienna Solved: Gruesome Details Revealed
9.12.2025 After the disappearance of the 21-year-old Viennese woman Jennifer S., the case is considered solved almost eight years later.
Teen Gang Responsible for Multiple Break-Ins at Mattersburg Middle School
9.12.2025 Six teenagers are suspected of having broken into the middle school in Mattersburg three times in recent weeks to steal cash and vandalize several classrooms as well as the teachers' room.
Weapon-Obsessed Viennese Threatened Neighbors with Murder and Damaged Stroller
9.12.2025 A 44-year-old man was arrested in Vienna-Donaustadt on Monday for making dangerous threats. He allegedly kicked his neighbor's apartment door several times, insulted him, and threatened to kill him. Additionally, the man is said to have taken a stroller that was parked in front of the door into the courtyard and damaged it there.
Man Barricaded Himself with Knife in Train Compartment: WEGA Deployed in Vienna-Favoriten
9.12.2025 A 27-year-old man caused a WEGA operation on Monday evening in Vienna-Favoriten. He barricaded himself armed with a knife in a train compartment, and two police officers were injured during the arrest.
Driver on Drugs Without a License Engaged in Police Chase in Lower Austria
9.12.2025 In his home district of Korneuburg, a drug driver without a license led the police on a chase on Sunday.
Christmas Tree Sale 2025 in Vienna at 234 Locations
Vor 2 Tagen On December 12, the traditional Christmas tree sale starts in Vienna. At 234 locations throughout the city, there are trees available daily in all sizes and varieties.
Herbert Grönemeyer stops by Wiener Stadthalle in 2027
9.12.2025 The Wiener Stadthalle will also see a performance by Herbert Grönemeyer in 2027. Tickets are available from Wednesday.
Taxi Demo in Vienna: Protest Continues
9.12.2025 Tuesday afternoon saw the continuation of the protest by independent Vienna taxi drivers against the market power of radio taxi centers and online platforms.
Flu Wave in Austria is in a Hurry This Year
9.12.2025 Austria is experiencing a flu wave - and it is significantly earlier than in recent seasons.
Jennifer S. is dead: LIVE Press Conference of the Vienna Police on the Cruel Act of the Ex-Boyfriend
9.12.2025 A missing person case from 2018 is said to be solved. The ex-boyfriend of Jennifer S. is reported to have confessed and led the Vienna police to the body. At noon, the Vienna police and the public prosecutor's office will hold a press conference on the case. Watch it LIVE here from 12:30 PM.
Drug Driver Heading Towards Vienna on A1 at 200 km/h
9.12.2025 On Monday afternoon, two speeders were stopped on the Westautobahn (A1) near Neumarkt an der Ybbs (Melk district). A police patrol measured two cars driving one behind the other at 200 km/h instead of the permitted 130 km/h in the direction of Vienna. A 26-year-old Belarusian woman, who was impaired by drugs according to a Tuesday release, was at the wheel of one vehicle.
Happy Birthday: Wiener Berufsrettung Celebrates Its Birthday
9.12.2025 The Vienna Professional Rescue Service has turned a year older. It has now been 144 years since the "Vienna Volunteer Rescue Society" was established following the Ringtheater fire.
Suspicion of 18 Arsons in Four Vienna Districts
9.12.2025 Officers of the Vienna State Criminal Police Office, Arson Investigation Division, were able to identify three suspects who are suspected of having committed several arsons in Vienna in November.
Armed Robber Fled with Cash in Bad Fischau
9.12.2025 On Monday evening, after a robbery in Bad Fischau (Wiener Neustadt district), the perpetrator escaped with money.
54-Year-Old Died in Car Collision in the Baden District
9.12.2025 In the night leading to Tuesday, a female driver died in a head-on collision in Ebreichsdorf (Baden district).