Serious Traffic Accident in Berlin-Mitte
A serious traffic accident occurred yesterday evening in Friedrichstraße, resulting in several injuries and significant property damage. Emergency services were on site for several hours.
City Life & Community
News from Jena’s city life. Information on urban development, the University, local business, and stories about the people shaping Jena.
Blood Donation Drive at Imaginata: Alliance Calls for Donations
To secure medical care in the region, several actors in Jena are calling for a joint blood donation drive at the Imaginata site in mid-March.
New Quality Contract at UKJ: How Jena Doctors Protect Cancer Patients from Malnutrition
The Universitätsklinikum Jena and Techniker Krankenkasse have signed a nationwide quality contract to combat life-threatening malnutrition in cancer patients through early detection and targeted therapy.
CDU Office in Jena Defaced: Insulting Slogan Against Chancellor Merz
Jena, March 9, 2026 – A politically motivated act of property damage occurred at the local party office of the Christian Democrats in Jena. Unknown perpetrators left graffiti directed specifically at Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Major Construction Site in Jena-Ost: Bernhard-Schultze-Straße Fully Closed from Mid-March
From mid-March, residents and road users in Jena-Ost must prepare for significant restrictions. Extensive civil engineering works are beginning in Bernhard-Schultze-Straße, making a full closure unavoidable until the end of the year.
Warning Strike in Public Transport: Limited Emergency Service in Jena until 2 PM
A large-scale warning strike is currently leading to massive restrictions in public transport in Jena and the Saale-Holzland-Kreis. A temporary emergency service has been organized on a main axis until Monday afternoon.
International Women’s Day: Bündnis 8. März calls for demonstration and actions in Jena
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the ‘Bündnis 8. März Jena’ is organizing a central demonstration starting at Faulloch and various decentralized actions throughout the city of Jena.
Three-day Verdi warning strike: Buses and trams in Jena cancelled starting Monday
Commuters, pupils, and students in Jena must prepare for significant restrictions in public transport starting next week due to a multi-day warning strike called by the Verdi union.
Pollen Alarm in Jena: High Levels of Alder and Hazel on Sunday
High pollen levels are expected in Jena this Sunday, particularly from alder and hazel trees, posing a challenge for allergy sufferers.
First Monitoring Report: The Status of the Climate Action Plan in Jena
The city administration of Jena has presented its first comprehensive monitoring report on the implementation of its Climate Action Plan, detailing the progress of 73 measures aimed at achieving climate neutrality.