Lower Bavaria: EU Commission Approves Further Danube Expansion
The European Commission has given the green light for the second phase of the Danube expansion in Lower Bavaria, allowing for improvements to flood protection while adhering to certain environmental regulations.
Political Ash Wednesday: Söder: "To all socialist smart alecks, clear out of Bavaria"
At the Political Ash Wednesday event in Lower Bavaria, Markus Söder sharply criticizes his political opponents, asserting a strong Bavarian identity and calling out perceived hypocrisy from rival politicians.
Political Ash Wednesday: State Secretary versus former Mayor
Political Ash Wednesday events in Fürstenfeldbruck and Dachau are subdued this year as prominent politicians head to Lower Bavaria, while local meetings feature discussions on community issues.
Major operation in Lower Bavaria: 18-year-old barricades himself in house and threatens emergency services
An 18-year-old in Lower Bavaria caused a major emergency response after barricading himself in a house and threatening police with a firearm.
Lower Bavaria: Mummified Body Found - 82-Year-Old Daughter Under Suspicion of Pension Fraud
A mummified body discovered in Lower Bavaria has led to an investigation into the deceased's 82-year-old daughter for alleged pension fraud.
Large operation in Lower Bavaria: Fire broke out in guesthouse – guests taken to retirement home
A fire broke out in a guesthouse in Mengkofen, Lower Bavaria, with guests temporarily relocated to a nearby retirement home as firefighters worked to control the blaze.
Animal Welfare in Cattle Stalls: Lower Saxony Outshines Bavaria in Animal Well-Being
Lower Saxony is set to surpass Bavaria in animal welfare standards by banning tethering of cattle in the state.
Lower Bavaria: Student Sprays Pepper Spray - Eight Injured
A student in Straubing, Germany, released pepper spray during a school break, resulting in eight mild injuries among classmates.
Lower Bavaria: Senior woman calls emergency number more than 300 times to chat
A senior woman in Lower Bavaria has contacted the police over 300 times since May 2025 simply to chat about current events, leading to a police visit.
Lower Bavaria: Man beaten to near death at bus stop
A man was brutally assaulted at a bus stop in Lower Bavaria by an unknown assailant who exited a vehicle and subsequently attacked the 44-year-old, with police stating that the victim and attacker were not previously acquainted.
Lower Bavaria: Man drives to police without a driver's license - wants to deceive officials
A man drove to the police station in Landshut without a driver's license, attempting to use a friend's help to escape consequences but was caught when officers noticed he arrived by car.
New Income Statistics: Even in Wealthy Bavaria: 1.6 Million People At Risk of Poverty
A new report reveals that 1.6 million people in Bavaria are at risk of poverty, representing 12.4% of the population, which is lower than the national average of 16.1%.
Dream job in Lower Bavaria: This taxi driver has been driving through Passau's nights for 30 years
Cornelia Fischer has been working as a taxi driver in Passau for 30 years, navigating the snowy streets while others sleep.
Upcoming Annual Statement: Almost Twelve Percent More: Heating Costs in Bavaria Rise
Residents of Bavaria should brace for higher heating costs, expected to be 11.8% more than in 2024, due to increased consumption linked to lower temperatures during the heating season.
Lower Bavaria: Excavator slips into the Danube - driver swims to shore
A 52-year-old excavator driver fell into the Danube while working in Passau County due to icy conditions but managed to escape the cab and swim to safety.
Klingsölde in Lower Bavaria: How two young men transformed a monument into a cozy home
Two young men have renovated the historic Klingsölde in Altdorf, Lower Bavaria, into a cozy home following years of neglect.
Christmas Market in Lower Bavaria: Suspected Attack Plan: Suspect at Large
A suspect in an alleged attack plan against a Christmas market in Lower Bavaria has been released from preventive custody while the investigation continues.
Economic and Social Policy: Söder's Double Games
Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder, expressing concern for Germany's economic position, calls for lower corporate tax rates, yet critics question his sincerity and commitment to action.