Viennese Woman, Whose Dog Bit Another Dog to Death, Tried to Bite Police Officers: Arrest
26.08.2025 Bizarre scene in downtown Vienna: After the dog of a 66-year-old woman allegedly inflicted fatal bite injuries on another dog in a dog zone at Franz-Josefs-Kai and the woman kept it despite an official dog ownership ban, police officers went to the woman's residential address. There, she attempted to bite a police officer.
Vienna Stadthalle Tournament with Alex de Minaur
26.08.2025 On Tuesday, the fourth top-ten player for the Vienna Stadthalle tournament was announced.
Biker Injured in Accident in Vienna-Hietzing
26.08.2025 In Vienna-Hietzing, a motorcyclist and a car collided on Monday afternoon. The biker fell and was slightly injured.
Numerous Fines in Focused Operation by Vienna Police
26.08.2025 Focus action by the Vienna Police Traffic Department on Monday.
German, but Please Made in Austria: Why We Austrians Love Our Standard German
27.08.2025 A currently ongoing study on the attitude towards Austrian Standard German already shows: We Austrians perceive our language as more beautiful, correct, and educated than German Standard German.
This Superstar Performs in Lower Austria on Friday
26.08.2025 The Sunset Sound concert series at Westfield Shopping City Süd will feature the 2014 Song Contest winner on August 29: Conchita Wurst will be performing on the Multiplex Terraces from 7:00 PM.
Fan Page for Moose "Emil" on Facebook
26.08.2025 Moose "Emil", who has been traveling in Lower Austria for about a week, now also has a Facebook fan page.
Waste Management Companies Demand Mandatory Quotas for Recycled Materials
26.08.2025 The Association of Austrian Waste Management Companies (VOEB) demands mandatory quotas for the use of recycled materials and a stronger involvement of the public sector. Products with a high recycled content should be preferred in tenders, said VOEB President Gabriele Jüly on Tuesday. This could increase the demand for secondary raw materials and strengthen the market for recycling products.
Full-Time Work, Financial Equalization, "Reform Partnership": This is What Mattle Says
26.08.2025 Tyrol's state leader Anton Mattle has commented on the part-time work debate - but also on the financial equalization and "reform partnership".
NÖ: Investigations Against Former SPÖ Vice Mayor
26.08.2025 In the district of Melk, an investigation is underway against a now-resigned SPÖ vice mayor.
Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Lower Austria
26.08.2025 On Monday, there was a motorcycle accident with a fatality in the Korneuburg district.
Domestic Trade Records Real Sales Increase
26.08.2025 In the domestic trade sector, a trend reversal has occurred after several years of real decline.
Safety on School Routes: This is What Parents Demand
26.08.2025 Heavy traffic, complex intersections, and the distraction of smartphones can make the journey to school a challenge for children. Parents are therefore demanding more safety on school routes.
Government Publishes List of Subsidies
26.08.2025 The federal government has disclosed the funding for 725 organizations. With this, the federal government answers a collective inquiry from the FPÖ, which stands out mainly due to the selective choice of the organizations selected.
Vienna Stadthalle to Get New Air Conditioning System Before Eurovision Song Contest 2026
26.08.2025 The 70th Eurovision Song Contest next year promises to be cool: The Wiener Stadthalle will receive an air conditioning system in time for the competition. In other areas, preparations are also well underway.
SPÖ Leader Babler Announces Continuation of Rent Price Cap in ORF Summer Talk
26.08.2025 SPÖ leader Andreas Babler assured the continuation of the rent price cap on Monday in the ORF summer talk.
Deep Drilling for Geothermal Project in Vienna-Aspern Completed
26.08.2025 In the geothermal project "deeep," further progress has been made for a deep geothermal plant.Home Ownership Remains Hard to Afford
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After Dispute Over German Courses: Vienna Considers Legal Action
26.08.2025 Vienna's City Councillor for Social Affairs, Peter Hacker (SPÖ), once again criticizes the handling of German courses by the Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF) and the Ministry of Integration.
Excitement Over Draft for Climate Protection Act
26.08.2025 The Climate Protection Act remains a controversial topic: The "Standard" reported on a draft law by Minister Norbert Totschnig, which contains hardly any concrete guidelines for sectors. The ministry stated that there is not yet a coordinated proposal from the coalition.
Safe and Stylish: Helmets for E-Scooter Riders Tested 2025
25.08.2025 With stylish design and smart features, the latest helmets for e-scooter riders in 2025 offer the perfect mix of safety and comfort – discover our top recommendations!
Next Blow Against ATM Bombers Successful
27.08.2025 On August 19, the police arrested four individuals after an incident in Upper Austria in a renewed crackdown on internationally active gangs of ATM bombers, and eight more suspects were identified.
Manhunt for Fraud by Daughter-Son Trick in Lower Austria
25.08.2025 Unknown perpetrators are suspected of having committed fraud using the so-called daughter-son trick on May 15.
Man Hit Wife in the Face in Vienna-Leopoldstadt
25.08.2025 In Vienna-Leopoldstadt, the weekend ended with a case of domestic violence. A 45-year-old man is said to have repeatedly hit his wife in the face during an argument and threatened to kill her multiple times.
Next Blow Against ATM Bombers Successful
25.08.2025 On August 19, the police arrested four individuals after an incident in Upper Austria in a renewed crackdown on internationally operating gangs of ATM bombers, and eight more suspects were identified.
Father Refused Money - Then Family Dispute in Vienna 22 Completely Escalated
25.08.2025 In Vienna-Donaustadt, a family dispute occurred on Sunday afternoon, during which a 19-year-old threatened and attacked his father and sister. The police were able to arrest the suspect, who was already known to them, on the spot.Next Blow Against ATM Bombers Successful
25.08.2025 On August 19, the police arrested four individuals after an incident in Upper Austria in a renewed crackdown on internationally active gangs of ATM bombers, and eight more suspects were identified.
No Interest in Vienna: Moose Emil Prefers Swimming in the Danube
26.08.2025 Moose "Emil" is apparently still on the move in Lower Austria. He is said to have swum across the Danube and reached the district of Tulln near Klosterneuburg.
Cause of Death of 22-Year-Old at Electric Love Festival Determined
25.08.2025 The cause of death of a 22-year-old visitor to the Electric Love Festival in Salzburg on the evening of July 5 seems to be clarified.
More One- and Two-Year-Old Children in Kindergarten
25.08.2025 The proportion of one- and two-year-old children in childcare facilities increased last year and was 32.6 and 64.7 percent in 2024/25, respectively, which corresponds to an increase of 2.0 and 3.4 percentage points. The total number of kindergarten children also increased.
New Primary School Teacher Training: More First-Year Students
25.08.2025 The countdown for the new primary school teacher training at the PH is on. It starts in a few weeks.
Knife-Wielding Man Wanted to Rob Vienna Wine Bar: Arrest
25.08.2025 Shortly after midnight on Monday, there was an attempted robbery at a wine bar in Vienna-Neubau. A 48-year-old man threatened an employee with a knife but was arrested by the police shortly thereafter.
BWB Chief: Reduction of Food Prices Through More Transparency
25.08.2025 The sharply increased food prices are causing tensions. The Ministry of Social Affairs has sued the supermarket chains Spar, Billa, Hofer, and Lidl for possibly misleading discount advertising. The goal is clear price labeling. According to Natalie Harsdorf, head of the Federal Competition Authority, transparency measures could lower prices.
New Ö3-Wecker Team Announced: Kratki and Bergsmann Succeed Kratky
26.08.2025 After the health-related withdrawal of Robert Kratky, a new duo joins the Ö3-Wecker: Anna Kratki and Philipp Bergsmann will be part of the morning show's hosting team from the end of September.
How Austria's Customs Sniffer Dogs Are Tracking Down Smugglers
25.08.2025 Austria's customs rely on four-legged helpers: 29 specialized service dogs are deployed in the fight against smuggling, drug trafficking, and illegal money transfers – with great success.
Father Refused Money - Then Family Dispute in Vienna 22 Completely Escalated
25.08.2025 In Vienna-Donaustadt, a family dispute occurred on Sunday afternoon, during which a 19-year-old threatened and attacked his father and sister. The police were able to arrest the suspect, who was already known to them, on the spot.
Witness Thwarted Burglary in Vienna-Brigittenau
25.08.2025 In Vienna-Brigittenau, an attempted burglary was prevented in the early hours of Sunday. An alert witness observed three men attempting to break into the entrance door of a multi-party building and alerted the police.
Man Hit Wife in the Face in Vienna-Leopoldstadt
25.08.2025 In Vienna-Leopoldstadt, the weekend ended with a case of domestic violence. A 45-year-old man is alleged to have repeatedly hit his wife in the face during an argument and threatened to kill her multiple times.
Knife-Wielding Man Wanted to Rob Vienna Wine Bar: Arrest
25.08.2025 Shortly after midnight on Monday, there was an attempted robbery at a wine bar in Vienna-Neubau. A 48-year-old man threatened an employee with a knife but was arrested by the police shortly thereafter.
Sevenfold Jackpot in Lotto Drawing on Wednesday
25.08.2025 For the seventh time in a row, there was no six-number winner in the lottery draw on Sunday. Next Wednesday, a sevenfold jackpot with 9.5 million euros is up for grabs.
SPÖ NÖ Wants School Start Allowance Back
25.08.2025 In Lower Austria, the local SPÖ wants to see a comeback of the school start allowance.
Excitement About Draft for Climate Protection Law
25.08.2025 The Climate Protection Act remains a controversial topic: The "Standard" reported on a draft law by Minister Norbert Totschnig, which contains hardly any concrete guidelines for sectors. The ministry stated that there is not yet a coordinated proposal from the coalition.
Phones Stolen at Nova Rock: Partially Suspended Sentence for 40-Year-Old
25.08.2025 Partially conditional imprisonment was handed down to a man who allegedly stole phones, wallets, and cash at this year's Nova Rock at the beginning of the week in Burgenland. The verdict was not final.
Summer Doesn't Give Up: Heat and Storms at the End of the Holidays
25.08.2025 August is ending quite turbulently in terms of weather: In the east of Austria, temperatures over 30 degrees are still possible, but widespread heavy showers and storms are expected.
Tourism: Slight Decline in Overnight Stays in Vienna
25.08.2025 This July did not reach the previous year's month in terms of overnight stays in Vienna. 1.78 million registered overnight stays represent a decrease of around 2 percent.
Excitement Over Draft for Climate Protection Act
25.08.2025 The Climate Protection Act remains a controversial topic: The "Standard" reported on a draft law by Minister Norbert Totschnig, which contains hardly any concrete guidelines for sectors. The ministry stated that there is not yet a coordinated proposal from the coalition.
Dangerous Scenes on Vienna's Mariahilfer Straße: Man Rampaged with Iron Rod
25.08.2025 On the night of Saturday, the police had to arrest an aggressive 33-year-old who was wildly swinging an iron rod on Vienna's Mariahilfer Street.
New Timetable: Changes to Bus Lines in Vienna-Hietzing
5.09.2025 With the start of school, there are extensive changes to several bus lines in Hietzing: Wiener Linien is extending line 53A and restructuring lines 54A and 54B.
Cocaine and Marijuana Stashed in Vienna Apartment
25.08.2025 Cocaine, as well as marijuana, were stashed in a Vienna apartment. There was also a considerable amount of cash.
Fire in Mostviertel: 185 Firefighters Deployed
25.08.2025 A residential house fire in the Mostviertel kept the fire department busy on the night of Monday.
Biker in Vienna-Donaustadt traveling over 80 km/h too fast
25.08.2025 In Vienna-Donaustadt, a motorcyclist was traveling significantly too fast on Friday evening. He reached a top speed of 132 km/h in an area where 50 km/h is permitted.
Moose Emil Sets Course for Vienna - Police Appeal to the Public
25.08.2025 The moose Emil, recently spotted in the Weinviertel, is now roaming around the Vienna area. The police are urgently appealing to the public not to pursue the animal in order to avoid dangerous situations.
Robbery in Apartment in the 15th District of Vienna
25.08.2025 In the 15th district of Vienna, Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus, a robbery occurred over the weekend. The scene of the incident was an apartment.
Accident with Motorcycle in Lower Austria: Duo from Vienna Seriously Injured
25.08.2025 In Lower Austria, a biker and his passenger were seriously injured over the weekend.
Two Robberies in a Short Time in Vienna-Favoriten
25.08.2025 In Vienna-Favoriten, there were two robberies on Saturday. A tobacconist and a grocery store were affected.
Austria recorded 1,582 asylum applications in July
25.08.2025 Austria recorded 1,582 asylum applications in the previous month. In total, there have been more than 10,000 this year.