Jena Lokal - Local News, Events & Culture
Your update on city life, tips, and upcoming events in Jena.
Following a tip from an attentive resident, police in Jena arrested two men aged 25 and 33. Officers seized burglary tools, suspected stolen property, and narcotics.
A 90-year-old cyclist sustained serious injuries on Monday in Jena after colliding with a tram at a level crossing. The driver and passengers suffered from shock, while police investigate the cause of the accident.
A wave of organized phone fraud is currently affecting Ostthüringen. Scammers posing as police and bank employees have defrauded victims of approximately 250,000 euros.
Jena offers a diverse literary program this week, featuring TV star Roland Jankowsky, poetic readings in Jena-Ost, and regional fairy tales in Bürgel.
A musical highlight awaits the cultural city of Jena: The Blue Beans Big Band invites you to a concert evening at the traditional venue Kassablanca under the motto “Let’s Funk.” The event, organized by the Musik- und Kunstschule Jena, promises an energetic mix of big band tradition, modern funk, and Latin elements.
A serious incident occurred in Jena-Lobeda on Monday afternoon when a dog bit two people. Both the 28-year-old owner and the victims were heavily intoxicated, leading to the immediate seizure of the animal by the authorities.
Mobile speed controls are being conducted in Jena-Vierzehnheiligen today, specifically near the Freiwillige Feuerwehr, to enhance traffic safety in rural areas.
Motorists in Jena must pay close attention to speed limits today as police conduct mobile speed measurements in the Vierzehnheiligen district, specifically near the local volunteer fire department.
The Jena City Council meets to discuss pressing issues including the housing shortage, municipal asylum costs, and a new funding directive for graffiti removal.
On February 28, 2026, the Karl-Volkmar-Stoy-Schule in Jena will host an information day to provide guidance on vocational and academic paths, including a new retail-focused preparation year.