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A mysterious sweet-sour smell has forced employees at the Stadtteilzentrum Lisa in Jena-Lobeda-West to vacate their offices. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.
A 150-year-old copper beech in Jena’s city center is slated for removal due to severe fungal decay. The tree at the intersection of Fürstengraben and Bibliotheksweg poses a safety risk to the public.
A 42-year-old man spent the night in a police cell after stealing a pastry worth 0.99 euros. The situation in Jena escalated into a physical fight and insults against officers.
Children playing in a sandbox in Jena discovered a hand grenade on Sunday morning. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service was called in to investigate the dangerous find.
A public information event in Jena-Lobeda addresses the issue of femicides in Germany, examining the structural causes behind the statistics and the importance of local support networks.
To mark European 112 Day, the City of Jena and its regional control center celebrated five years of successful cooperation while looking ahead to the future. With the launch of the “PiLOT.112” project, the region is modernizing its emergency response through digital innovation. Discover how improved networking and faster dispatching will enhance public safety in Jena and the surrounding Thüringen districts.
Short & Concise: The Most Important Facts at a Glance Date & Location: Saturday, 07.02.2026, Jena (Start: Holzmarkt). Occasion: Political assembly under the motto “From Jena to Budapest…”. Number of Participants: Approx. 700 people at peak times. Police Summary: 4 criminal offenses (including resistance), several administrative offenses, ignition of pyrotechnics. Jena (08.02.2026) – A large … Read more