Good news for thousands of public sector employees in Jena: The weeks of uncertainty are over. Employers and unions have agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement in the latest round of negotiations.
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.
The Jena-based startup Perceptec GmbH receives approximately 930,000 euros in funding from the Free State of Thüringen to develop an automated, 3D-based virtual eye test aimed at addressing the shortage of skilled workers.
Jena (16.02.2026) – For students in Thüringen, the most beautiful time of winter has begun: a week off school. But while the children cheer, parents often face the challenge of keeping their offspring meaningfully occupied in the wet and cold February weather. Fortunately, the region around Jena offers a diverse program this year that prevents boredom from arising in the first place.
Jena and the surrounding area offer a diverse program for the start of the week, including outdoor activities in the Jenaer Forst and cultural highlights like the Aladin musical, perfect for the winter holidays.
Jena (16.02.2026) – Thüringen often prides itself on its high density of cultural institutions. However, away from the major landmarks like the Wartburg or the Weimarer Klassik sites, the reality often looks bleak. A research project at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena is now addressing this very issue.
A missing teenager from Jena has been found safe in Kassel. Police confirm the search is over with no evidence of criminal activity, highlighting successful cross-state cooperation.
The Jena sports community is rallying behind one of its own. A donation account has been established for former coach Weber to provide financial support during a challenging personal period.
The year 2026 has barely begun, yet Uniklinikum Jena has already celebrated a significant milestone. On January 28, little Anastasia Theresa was born, marking the 100th birth of the year at the clinic. Weighing 3,450 grams and measuring 52 centimeters, the healthy baby girl is a joyful addition to her family and a testament to the busy start of the year for local midwives.
Traffic checks are underway in Jena’s city center today, February 12, 2026. A mobile speed camera has been spotted in the Grietgasse, where a strict 20 km/h limit is enforced. Drivers are urged to be cautious in this busy area to ensure the safety of pedestrians and cyclists. Stay informed about current traffic controls in the city.
