Man in Vienna-Döbling Became Victim of a "Decoy"
14.12.2025 On Saturday evening, a young man likely became the victim of a decoy. The 21-year-old reported to the police that he had driven with a woman, with whom he had a date, to the parking lot at Kahlenberg in Vienna-Döbling.
Man Threatened Partner with Death in Vienna City Center
14.12.2025 On Friday, a 39-year-old man is said to have thrown objects at his partner and threatened to kill her with a firearm during an argument in an apartment in downtown Vienna late in the evening.
Four-time Jackpot of Over 4.7 Million Euros Cracked in Vienna
14.12.2025 Right at the beginning of the third Advent weekend, the joy was likely particularly great yesterday evening in Vienna for a winner of Lotto "6 out of 45".
ESC in Vienna: Söder Questions German Participation
14.12.2025 On Friday, CSU leader Markus Söder questioned Germany's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC).
Man Found Dead in Pond After Visiting Tavern
14.12.2025 In the night to Saturday, a man from Western Styria died after falling into a pond.
Tram Accident in Vienna-Leopoldstadt: Two Slightly Injured
14.12.2025 On Sunday morning, two people were slightly injured in a traffic accident between a tram and two cars in Vienna-Leopoldstadt.
Identities Stolen: Police Vienna Searching for This Serial Fraudster
14.12.2025 The Vienna police are searching for a man through the publication of a photograph, who is suspected of committing at least four cases of identity theft and related commercial serious fraud between January and July 2024.
Missing 56-Year-Old Dementia Patient from Wels Found Dead in Bavaria
14.12.2025 On Friday, after being missing for about two weeks, a 56-year-old man from Wels with early-stage dementia was found dead in Thyrnau, Bavaria.
Arrest after Drug Sale in Vienna-Favoriten
14.12.2025 During a patrol, officers of the Vienna standby unit were able to observe a suspected drug deal at Keplerplatz on Friday afternoon.
Serious Bodily Injury in Vienna U2: Police Request Information
16.12.2025 A man is suspected of having seriously injured another passenger with a punch in a subway car on Vienna's U2 line on the evening of 09/06/2025. The police are asking for information.
Car crashed into tree in Lower Austria: Driver dead
14.12.2025 On Saturday evening, a 40-year-old man died in a traffic accident in Bad Großpertholz (Lower Austria district Gmünd).
Robbery in Store in Vienna-Margareten: Police Request Information
14.12.2025 On Friday evening, the police were alerted due to a robbery at a store in Vienna-Margareten. The suspect is being sought.
18-Year-Old Dies in Traffic Accident in Burgenland
14.12.2025 In a traffic accident on the B16 between Wulkaprodersdorf and Großhöflein in his home district of Eisenstadt-Umgebung, an 18-year-old died on Friday afternoon.
Fatal Head-On Crash in Lower Austria
14.12.2025 On Saturday, after a collision between two cars on the Federal Highway 54 near Pischelsdorf, a 61-year-old man from the Hartberg-Fürstenfeld district died at the scene of the accident.
Brutal Attack in Vienna-Favoriten: Two Suspects Identified
14.12.2025 After a brutal robbery of two men on July 24 in the area of Keplerplatz in Vienna-Favoriten, the police were able to track down two suspects.
Butter cheaper than ever: Farmers sound the alarm over "bargain prices"
14.12.2025 The rapid price drop in butter is causing sharp criticism from farmers and dairies in Austria. Store brands have become almost half as cheap within a few months – discounters are selling 250 grams of butter for as low as 1.29 euros.
Dozens of Kilos per Capita: Flood of Packaging Material in Austria
14.12.2025 67 kilograms of packaging material made of paper, cardboard, and cartons are consumed by each Austrian on average in a year.
These Mistakes Cost Drivers Up to 10,000 Euros in Winter
14.12.2025 From snow on the car roof to ski boots at the wheel: The ÖAMTC lists the most common mistakes that can not only be dangerous for drivers in winter but also costly.ÖAMTC Tips: How to Get the Christmas Tree Home Safely
13.12.2025 The ÖAMTC provides tips for the safe transport of Christmas trees by car, bicycle, or public transport. Incorrect load securing can be costly – fines of up to 10,000 euros may be imposed.
Auto Fraud in Lower Austria: Police Request Information
12.12.2025 A 52-year-old man is suspected of having fraudulently obtained a car worth 33,000 euros in July by pretending to have made a bank transfer. The police are now asking for information and have released a picture of the suspect.
Roof Fire in Wiener Neustadt Challenged Fire Department
12.12.2025 A fire on the roof of a multi-family house in Wiener Neustadt required the attention of the fire department on Friday afternoon.
Viennese Woman Hit by Badner Bahn and Seriously Injured
12.12.2025 An 18-year-old woman from Vienna was hit and seriously injured by an approaching Badner Bahn while crossing the tracks in the Vösendorf station area on Friday.Car Hits 13-Year-Old in Lower Austria
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Donation Box Crackers Arrested: Duo Allegedly Robbed Over 60 Churches
12.12.2025 Two young Slovaks, who are allegedly responsible for an international series of collection box thefts, were arrested in Lower Austria.
Roof Fire in Wiener Neustadt Challenged Fire Department
12.12.2025 A fire on the roof of a multi-family house in Wiener Neustadt challenged the fire department on Friday afternoon.
Between Hospital Chaos and Private Doctor Boom: Court of Auditors Warns of Collapse
12.12.2025 The Court of Auditors raises the alarm: Austria's Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK) is in financial disarray, outpatient care is deteriorating, and crucial reforms are blocking previous agreements between the fund and medical associations. The new audit report suggests, among other things, the disempowerment of regional medical associations to enable a nationwide uniform overall contract.
Wild Chase with Speeds Up to 200 km/h in Lower Austria
12.12.2025 A nighttime police check in Wiener Neustadt escalated into a dangerous car chase. A 21-year-old driver without a license fled from the police at speeds of up to 200 km/h, damaged a patrol car, and was eventually arrested.
Burgstaller received first partial compensation payment of 50,000 euros
12.12.2025 The former Rapid striker Guido Burgstaller, who was attacked and seriously injured in front of a Vienna city center disco on December 14, 2024, has received a transfer of 50,000 euros from his attacker.
Burgenland: New Club Chairman for FPÖ After Hofer's Withdrawal
12.12.2025 The FPÖ Burgenland will receive a new club chairman next year. However, the successor to Norbert Hofer has not yet been determined. State party chairman Alexander Petschnig refers to the party statute.New Cyber Law Passed by National Council
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Wöginger: "I will remain Club Chairman"
12.12.2025 ÖVP Parliamentary Group Leader August Wöginger will not resign even in the event of a first-instance conviction for abuse of office. "I have done nothing wrong," said the 51-year-old on Friday.
Vienna Police with Christmas Party for SOS Children's Village
12.12.2025 Police music, police bear "Tommi" and State Police President Gerhard Pürstl with the Christmas story: On Wednesday, the executive's Christmas celebration for the SOS Children's Village Vienna took place in the 9th district.
Taylor Swift speaks in new docuseries through tears about terror in Vienna
12.12.2025 In the new Disney+ documentary "The End of an Era," Taylor Swift speaks in detail for the first time about the thwarted terrorist attack surrounding her Eras Tour in Vienna. The 35-year-old US musician describes the events as "terrifying" and emphasizes how close a massacre was for her and her fans.
World Heritage Status: This was affirmed by Vienna's Mayor Ludwig
12.12.2025 Vienna's state leader Michael Ludwig has commented on the World Heritage status in the state parliament.
Bloody Dispute in Vienna-Penzing: Girlfriend Stabbed 34-Year-Old in the Chest
12.12.2025 A 34-year-old man was injured by a stab wound to the chest during a relationship dispute in Vienna-Penzing early Friday morning. The man's 45-year-old girlfriend was arrested.
Help Cries from Apartment: 26-Year-Old Stabbed Husband in Vienna-Alsergrund
12.12.2025 Cries for help from an apartment in Vienna-Alsergrund triggered a police operation on Thursday evening. A 40-year-old man was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds. His wife was arrested.
Benko appeals against partial conviction and seeks release
12.12.2025 After his conviction in the second fraud trial, Signa founder René Benko is filing an appeal and a nullity complaint. His lawyer also announced a request for release from custody, arguing that the continuation of pre-trial detention is no longer justified.
"Electricity Costs Down, Mood Up": ÖVP Delighted with New Electricity Market Act
12.12.2025 With a strong "Mood up, electricity costs down," Minister of Economic Affairs Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer and Energy State Secretary Elisabeth Zehetner promoted the new Electricity Market Act. Despite criticism from the opposition, the governing parties celebrate themselves as reform drivers.
Years at the Top of the Federal Theaters: Georg Springer Dies at 79
12.12.2025 Georg Springer - former managing director of the Bundestheater-Holding - is no longer alive. The 79-year-old died last Thursday in the federal capital.
Attack on Senior Citizen in Lower Austria: Pre-Trial Detention for Suspect
12.12.2025 Pre-trial detention is ordered for the 53-year-old suspect after an attack on a senior citizen in Lower Austria.
Austria Reforms Border Protection: This Is What Changes
12.12.2025 Austria is reorganizing its border management: Instead of static controls, there will be a stronger focus on flexible operations in the border area. The new model aims to be more efficient against traffickers – but also to reduce border waiting times.
Nemo returns ESC trophy due to Israel
12.12.2025 Nemo makes waves in the debate about Israel and the Eurovision Song Contest. The 2024 champion returns the winner's trophy.
Van with Illegal Pyrotechnics Storage Stopped at Border
12.12.2025 During a border control in the Mistelbach district, the police seized more than 1,400 illegal pyrotechnic items in a van. A 25-year-old from Carinthia is being reported, and the state police department is urgently warning of the dangers of such fireworks.
Police Cost-Cutting Measures Also Reach Special Unit Cobra
12.12.2025 The police must continue to save money – and now it also affects the special units. The Cobra task force and other departments of the Directorate for Special Units (DSE) are losing dozens of experienced personnel. Internally, there is discontent about the impact on operational capability and training.
Drama About Baby Rhino at Zoo Schmiding
12.12.2025 The rhinoceros baby, only a few days old, at the Upper Austrian Zoo Schmiding is dead. The animal's diaphragm had a hole from birth.
Wöginger: "I will remain Club Chairman"
12.12.2025 ÖVP parliamentary group leader August Wöginger will not resign even in the event of a first-instance conviction for abuse of office. "I have done nothing wrong," said the 51-year-old on Friday.