Massive Road Collapse on the Wienzeile: Tour Bus Slid into Hole
22.09.2025 On Sunday, a large hole opened up on the Linke Wienzeile in Vienna-Meidling, and a tour bus got stuck in it. Reader reporter Erich W. sent photos to VIENNA.at
Statutory Retirement Age for SPÖ Leader Babler "Non-Negotiable"
22.09.2025 SPÖ leader Andreas Babler has classified the statutory retirement age as "non-negotiable".
Speeder Fled Through Vienna City Center at 180 km/h
22.09.2025 In the night from Saturday to Sunday, police officers from the Fiakerplatz police station in the area of the Parkring in Vienna noticed a car traveling at a significantly excessive speed.
Boy Remains in Intensive Care After Falling from Window in Vienna-Penzing
22.09.2025 The boy who fell from a window on Saturday evening in Vienna-Penzing and was critically injured is still in the intensive care unit according to the hospital's statement on Monday.
Arrest after attempted e-moped theft in Vienna-Brigittenau
22.09.2025 In the night from Sunday to Monday, officers from the Dresdnerstraße police station arrested a 28-year-old Slovak citizen in Vienna-Brigittenau.Meinl-Reisinger on ESC Boycott: "Exclusion Does Not Alleviate Any Crisis"
22.09.2025 In the debate about a potential boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna by several countries, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger has now spoken out.
Moose "Emil" Sedated Near Westautobahn in Upper Austria
22.09.2025 The tour of "Emil" in Austria has been interrupted. On Monday, the moose was sedated, and then it was taken to the edge of the Bohemian Forest.
23-Year-Old Attacked and Robbed by Ex-Boyfriend in Vienna-Mariahilf
22.09.2025 On Sunday, the Vienna police were alerted to a robbery with bodily harm in Vienna-Mariahilf.
Motorcycle of Viennese Seized in Lower Austria
22.09.2025 More than twice as fast as allowed, a Viennese was traveling in Lower Austria over the weekend.
Vienna Children's and Youth Strategy with Eight Themes
22.09.2025 The new week brought the presentation of a Vienna Children's and Youth Strategy. Deputy Mayor Bettina Emmerling says: "Children and young people are the experts of their living environments."
Lotto Quadruple Jackpot: 4.4 Million Euros in the Pot on Wednesday
22.09.2025 Next Wednesday, the lottery drawing will feature a quadruple jackpot.
"Unjustified Million Costs": "Angry Plumbers" Do Not Go Before the Constitutional Court After All
22.09.2025 After the tinsmiths were confronted with high additional costs due to their inclusion in the BUAK (Construction Workers' Holiday and Severance Pay Fund), they wanted to take the matter to the Constitutional Court (VfGH). This will now be waived, as it would only result in a "Pyrrhic victory" at best.
Good News About Drinking Water in Neunkirchen
22.09.2025 The drinking water in Neunkirchen can be used again without restrictions. Boiling before use is no longer necessary, according to the city municipality on Monday on their website.
Moose "Emil" Sedated Near Westautobahn in Upper Austria
22.09.2025 The tour of "Emil" in Austria has been interrupted. On Monday, the moose was sedated, and then the animal was taken to the edge of the Bohemian Forest.
73-Year-Old Shot at Pensioner with Repeating Rifle
22.09.2025 On Saturday, a 73-year-old man in the Jennersdorf district shot at an 80-year-old woman with a repeating rifle, but did not injure her.Federal Administrative Court Confirms Negative EIA Decision on Asamer Clearing
22.09.2025 The Federal Administrative Court has confirmed the negative environmental impact assessment by the state of Upper Austria and dismissed a complaint. Therefore, the Asamer Gravel Works are not allowed to clear 7.4 hectares of forest in Desselbrunn for the expansion of their gravel pit.
Dead Person at West Motorway Parking Lot in Lower Austria
22.09.2025 As the jack is likely to have slipped, a man was trapped under his car on Sunday at the Kirchstetten parking lot (district of St. Pölten) on the West Autobahn (A1). When the 68-year-old German was found in the evening, any help was already too late, according to Lower Austria's executive.
Two Seriously Injured in Collision in Mostviertel
22.09.2025 In Mostviertel, a collision between a motorcycle and a car occurred over the weekend. Two people were seriously injured.
Cyberattack Paralyzes Airports: Continued Long Wait Times
22.09.2025 Passengers at Berlin Airport must prepare for longer waiting times at the start of the week due to the cyberattack.
Cold Front Brings Autumn Weather
22.09.2025 This week, a cold front brings autumn to Austria. On Tuesday, a weather change with noticeable cooling is expected from the west. Early temperatures can drop into the single digits, according to Geosphere Austria.
Woman Threatened with Knife in Vienna-Favoriten: Arrest
22.09.2025 On Friday, a woman in Vienna-Favoriten was insulted and threatened with a knife by an unknown person.
55-Year-Old Threatened Man in Vienna-Margareten with Broken Bottle
22.09.2025 On Saturday, a man is said to have threatened another man with a broken bottle in the area of the Vienna Lerchenfelder Gürtel.
Pro-Palestine Demonstrators at the Musikverein - Performance Affected with Israeli Maestro
22.09.2025 At the Vienna Musikverein, Pro-Palestine demonstrators were present over the weekend. Affected was a performance with the Israeli maestro Lahav Shani.
Drunk 23-Year-Old Hijacked Taxi in Vienna: Wega Operation
22.09.2025 On early Saturday evening, an intoxicated man hijacked a taxi in Vienna-Alsergrund and drove it to the Rossauer Barracks.Moose "Emil" Sedated Near Westautobahn in Upper Austria
22.09.2025 The tour of "Emil" in Austria has been interrupted. On Monday, the moose was sedated, and then it was taken to the edge of the Bohemian Forest.
Abuse of Viennese Pensioner - Pre-trial Detention for Caregiver
22.09.2025 After his arrest in Vienna on suspicion of abusing a demented woman, a caregiver was taken into custody on Sunday.
Due to Deer: Fire Brigade Operation at Enns
22.09.2025 In Enns, a deer caused a fire brigade operation over the weekend.
So many asylum applications were filed in Austria in August
22.09.2025 Austria recorded slightly fewer asylum applications in August than in July. In total, there were 1,403 applications in the previous month.
Penalty in 94th Minute Prevents Rapid Victory at GAK
22.09.2025 Rapid Wien has temporarily left the winning road. After five consecutive competitive wins, the Hütteldorfer did not get beyond a 1:1 against GAK on Sunday. The equalizer for the Graz team came only in the 94th minute through a penalty.
Huge Forest Damage Due to Climate Crisis: Researchers Sound the Alarm
22.09.2025 Wildfires, storms, and bark beetles are already causing billions in damages to the European forestry industry. A new study shows: Without effective climate protection measures, the losses could more than double by the end of the century.
Many People Remain in the Workforce After Cancer Diagnosis
22.09.2025 Statistics Austria has examined employment after a cancer diagnosis.
Free Admission on Wiener Linien Day at the Weltmuseum Wien
22.09.2025 Holders of an annual pass for the Wiener Linien can look forward to a special offer on Saturday, September 27: On this day, the Weltmuseum Wien will open its doors for them free of charge.Meinl-Reisinger on ESC Boycott: "Exclusion Does Not Alleviate Any Crisis"
22.09.2025 In the debate about a potential boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna by several countries, Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger has now spoken out.Fewer Overnight Stays Booked in August in Vienna
21.09.2025 Overnight bookings in Vienna were in decline in August. There was a significant decrease from the USA as the country of origin.Dogs Smell Our Fear - But React Individually
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Over 3,000 Participants at Palestine Demonstration in Vienna
20.09.2025 Several thousand people demonstrated in Vienna on Saturday against the Israeli actions in the Gaza Strip. Under the motto "Sanctions against Israel – now!" measures against the Jewish state were demanded.
OMV employee allegedly spied for Russia
20.09.2025 An OMV employee is suspected of having passed internal information to the Russian domestic intelligence service FSB over several months.
Fraud Prevention: ÖVP Also Wants Social Abuse in the Package
20.09.2025 While the anti-fraud package planned by Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer primarily targets tax fraud, the ÖVP is apparently pushing for an expansion of the list of measures. According to an internal position paper, social benefit abuse and job refusal should also be more strictly punished in the future.
Civil Servant Salaries: According to Stocker, Zero Pay Rounds Threaten Without Talks
20.09.2025 Chancellor Stocker will wait to see if there will be talks with the civil servants' union. Zero rounds are on the table starting from 2027.
Daniel Fellner is the new Carinthian SPÖ Party Leader
20.09.2025 At the state party conference of the Carinthian SPÖ, Daniel Fellner was elected as the new state party chairman on Saturday with 96.39 percent of the vote.
Dogs, Drones and Action at the "Vienna Police Day"
20.09.2025 On Saturday, September 20, 2025, the Vienna Police will open the gates of the Roßauer Barracks and invite you to the "Day of the Vienna Police." Between 9:30 AM and the late afternoon hours, visitors can expect a varied program for the whole family – with insights into police work, exciting demonstrations, and many interactive stations.
Late Summer Troubles Elk "Emil"
20.09.2025 Since yesterday, moose "Emil" has been in the Upper Austria area. Given the summer temperatures, the exotic animal is currently seeking cooling – and above all needs one thing: rest.
14-Year-Old in Custody After Threat of Shooting Rampage
20.09.2025 The 14-year-old who threatened a classmate of the same age with a knife he brought to the classroom on Tuesday in the southern Burgenland district of Güssing reportedly announced a rampage the following day, according to media reports.
This railway line remains closed for months
20.09.2025 The railway line Bad Reichenhall - Berchtesgaden in Bavaria is completely closed from Monday until December 1st due to construction work.
Issues with Budget for Vienna Subway Expansion: Renegotiations Needed
20.09.2025 The planned financing of the U-Bahn project U2/U5 in Vienna is facing serious challenges. Rising costs and unforeseen damages are significantly burdening the originally agreed budgets. Now, renegotiations with the government are on the table.
Delays, Cancellations: Airports Struggle with Cyberattack
20.09.2025 European airports, including Brussels and Berlin, report significant delays and flight cancellations due to cyberattacks on check-in and boarding systems.
Caregiver Allegedly Sexually Abused Demented Pensioner in Vienna
22.09.2025 A 25-year-old caregiver was arrested in Vienna for allegedly sexually abusing a demented pensioner. The acts were documented by surveillance cameras in the apartment.
Accident During Hike on Muckenkogel: 73-Year-Old Seriously Injured
20.09.2025 In a mountain accident on the Muckenkogel in Lilienfeld, a couple from St. Pölten was injured on Friday afternoon.
NÖ: Head-on Crash During Overtaking Maneuver Leaves Three Injured
20.09.2025 A head-on collision in Lower Austria resulted in three injuries on Friday evening when a 30-year-old collided with a 17-year-old's car while overtaking.
Focus Against Two-Wheeler Rowdies in Vienna
20.09.2025 During a citywide focus operation in Vienna, police and bicycle service detected numerous violations by bicycle and e-scooter riders on Thursday. Particularly striking: An e-scooter reached a speed of 80 km/h during a rolling test.
Over 250 Reports at Planquadrat in Vienna-Liesing
20.09.2025 During a large-scale traffic control in Vienna-Liesing, the police and the uniformed bicycle service identified numerous violations. The focus was primarily on drivers of single-track vehicles and individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Drunk Attacked Neighbor in Vienna-Favoriten with Knife
20.09.2025 A heavily intoxicated man unjustifiably attacked his neighbor with a knife on Friday evening in Vienna-Favoriten.
Again Stabbing Incident at the Vienna Belt
20.09.2025 Late on Friday evening, a dispute escalated in a park near the Vienna Neubaugürtel, and a 37-year-old was injured by stab wounds.
Police Removed Viennese Taxi Driver from Traffic Due to Drugs
20.09.2025 A 42-year-old taxi driver was pulled over in downtown Vienna on Saturday night for driving without a valid license and under the influence of drugs.
Two Bikers Seriously Injured in Collision and Rear-End Accident
20.09.2025 In St. Veit am Vogau, two motorcyclists were seriously injured in consecutive accidents on Friday evening. Initially, there was a collision with a turning car, shortly after, another motorcyclist crashed into a stationary vehicle at the end of a traffic jam.
Women Wanted to Jump on Moving Train in Lower Austria: Seriously Injured
20.09.2025 In a tragic incident in Hohenau an der March in Lower Austria, two women were seriously injured on Friday evening. Mother and daughter had stepped off a train to smoke, which had to briefly stop on open track. When it suddenly started moving again, they attempted to jump back on.
Moose "Emil" on a Journey: Why We Should Not Intervene
20.09.2025 For weeks, moose "Emil" has been wandering across Austria. Recently, a relocation to the Czech Republic was suggested, but wildlife biologist Klaus Hackländer from BOKU currently sees no reason to intervene.