The Green party and the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) have reached an agreement on a coalition contract to form a government in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. This deal finalizes their partnership in the German state.
Germany's Federal Constitutional Court has invalidated a regulation in Baden-Württemberg that mandated scientists to make their publications freely accessible after a specific period.
Homeowners in Baden-Württemberg are challenging a controversial property tax reform before the Federal Fiscal Court, arguing that the land value guidelines used are too imprecise.
Manuel Hagel has reportedly solidified his position within the CDU party in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, despite a recent election loss, though his personnel policies face some criticism.
The Green and CDU parties in Baden-Württemberg are reportedly facing difficulties in their coalition discussions, particularly in Stuttgart. Both parties are grappling with the realities of forming a stable government.
Two men in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, discovered a dose labeled 'Polonium-210' during an Easter egg hunt, causing alarm. Authorities have since provided an update, reportedly with good news regarding the incident.
Im deutschen Südwesten wirkt der Wahlkampf nach. Aus Sicht der Christlichdemokraten haben die Grünen unter die Gürtellinie gezielt. Entsprechend hoch soll jetzt der Preis für ein Bündnis sein.
The Green and CDU parties in Baden-Württemberg are holding exploratory talks to form a coalition government after the state election, where both parties secured an equal number of seats.
Europa-Park is implementing new rules for the summer season, including planting flowers in ashtrays, to comply with Baden-Württemberg's stricter non-smoking protection law.
Following significant election defeats in Rhineland-Palatinate, Baden-Württemberg, and Munich, the SPD leadership is under increased pressure, with analyses citing eroding voter base, lack of charisma, and wrong decisions as reasons for the party's struggle to regain public trust.
Following the state election in Baden-Württemberg, the Green party has extended an offer for exploratory talks to the CDU, with economic policy expected to be a central focus for both parties.
An analysis of the Baden-Württemberg state election reveals that the CDU secured most constituencies, while the Greens demonstrated strength in specific areas, reaching the level of a major party.
Will Tübinger Oberbürgermeister bleiben +++ FDP-Generalsekretärin rasiert sich Glatze +++ FDP-Jugend fordert Neuwahl der Parteispitze +++ Alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog
Following elections in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, various coalition scenarios are being discussed, with a Green-Black alliance seen as the most realistic option, though no formal talks have begun.
A commentary discusses the 'rise and fall' of the European Union, highlighting Ursula von der Leyen's admission of a strategic error in abandoning nuclear energy, contrasted with the Greens' victory in Baden-Württemberg.
The AfD has won its only direct mandate in Mannheim's North for the second time in the Baden-Württemberg election, attributed partly to the SPD's decline in its former stronghold.
A fossil found in Baden-Württemberg reveals the extraordinary fin structure of a large ichthyosaur for the first time. Researchers have reconstructed its function, and the fossil is now on display in a museum.
Germany, under Friedrich Merz, is entering a period of political instability, with polls indicating disapproval of the governing coalition amidst economic stagnation and fears of war, particularly highlighted by results from Baden-Württemberg.
Franziska Brantner, leader of the Greens, states that the party aims to negotiate with the CDU in Baden-Württemberg on equal terms, seeing it as a challenging but significant opportunity for the state.
Jens Spahn schlägt für Baden-Württemberg vor: Grüne und CDU sollen sich das Amt des Ministerpräsidenten teilen. International gibt es dafür Vorbilder – und abschreckende Beispiele.
Felix Banaszak rejected the idea of a split term for the Minister-President in Baden-Württemberg, while Manuel Hagel offered his resignation after the election defeat, which the CDU state executive board rejected.
Die knappe Niederlage der Christlichdemokraten im Südwesten Deutschlands geht nicht allein auf das Konto des Bundeskanzlers. Eine Belastung ist er für die Wahlkämpfer in den Ländern dennoch.
In the state election in Baden-Württemberg, the far-right AfD almost doubled its result to just under 19%. However, given the numerous crises within the party, the celebrations remain subdued.
Der Ausgang der Landtagswahl enttäuscht viele Unternehmer in Baden-Württemberg. Sie hatten auf eine CDU-geführte Landesregierung und auf Impulse für einen wirtschaftspolitischen Aufbruch in Berlin…
Zwar siegten die Grünen in Baden-Württemberg hauchdünn, im Landtag aber haben sie gleich viele Mandate wie die CDU. Diese bringt eine Ämterteilung ins Spiel, welche Cem Özdemir ablehnt
Parteispitze sieht Özdemir als Vorbild für den Bund +++ Frauenquote im Landtag bleibt niedrig +++ Liberale und Linkspartei scheitern an Fünfprozenthürde – SPD knapp drin +++ alle Entwicklungen im…
Cem Özdemir's comeback and triumph in Baden-Württemberg are attributed less to the German Greens as a whole and more to a special effect related to his individual campaign.
Post-election analysis on Caren Miosga: Daniel Günther and Franziska Brantner demonstrate black-green harmony. But the consensus in the center can only be celebrated because one topic is omitted.
Die Stimmenanteile halbiert und nur knapp in den Landtag eingezogen - die SPD erlebt in Baden-Württemberg ein Debakel. Spitzenkandidat Stoch hat deshalb seinen Rücktritt angekündigt.
Erstmals dürfen 16-Jährige in Baden-Württemberg wählen. Damit sie das Wahlsystem besser verstehen, erklärte eine Wahlbeobachterin die Abläufe. Am heutigen Wahltag haben sie eine wichtige Aufgabe.
A liveblog covers various political developments in Germany, including Vincentz remaining AfD chairman in NRW, membership growth for Linke, AfD, and Greens, an increase in right-wing incidents at schools, and Merz motivating the CDU in Baden-Württemberg for the state election.
Chancellor Merz's CDU is neck-and-neck with the Greens ahead of elections in Baden-Württemberg on Sunday. Plus, one in four German households says it has no savings. DW has the latest.
The upcoming state election in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, will see voters cast two ballots, and for the first time, minors will be allowed to vote, with uncertain consequences for the size of the next state parliament.
Die Landtagswahl in Baden-Württemberg könnte zum Stimmungstest für die Merz-CDU werden. Warum der Erwartungsdruck so hoch ist und in welchem Dilemma die Partei steckt. Von Corinna Emundts.
A new state parliament will be elected in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, with the duel between Manuel Hagel (CDU) and Cem Özdemir (Greens) at the forefront. The election results are expected to have consequences beyond the state.
The election campaign in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is escalating. CDU politician Manuel Hagel faces criticism for a statement about a student and a video where he incorrectly explains the greenhouse effect, leading the CDU to claim a 'smear campaign'.
The outgoing Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg states that the Swiss are often closer to him in mentality than the Prussians, with trade data showing Switzerland considers the German state as important as China.
Der Grünen-Spitzenkandidat für Baden-Württemberg will seinem Parteifreund als Ministerpräsident nachfolgen. Dafür setzt er auf Erfahrung, Kontinuität – und Boris Palmer.
The state election campaign in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is dominated by discussions of deindustrialization and economic crisis. Leading candidates from the Green and CDU parties face limitations without federal support.
The Green party in Freiburg, Germany, is reportedly in an identity crisis, struggling to regain control of the city hall after losing power in 2018, with a left-wing candidate now aiming to reclaim it.
German Minister of Food and Agriculture Cem Özdemir is touring Baden-Württemberg, discussing democracy and engaging with voters in a personalized campaign ahead of the state election.
Job losses and future anxieties in the automotive industry are dominating the election campaign in Baden-Württemberg, with voters looking for solutions from political candidates.
Following a mafia conviction, Italian justice authorities have seized 4.6 million euros from Mario L., a Stuttgart restaurateur who was once well-connected in Baden-Württemberg politics.
The CDU leads in the latest ARD poll for the Baden-Württemberg state election, but the Greens have significantly closed the gap, now trailing by only one percentage point.
Wenige Tage vor der Wahl verbreitete eine Grünen-Abgeordnete einen Videoclip mit dem CDU-Spitzenkandidaten von Baden-Württemberg, Manuel Hagel. Sie wirft ihm Sexismus vor. Doch der Zeitpunkt der Veröf
The Green party in Baden-Württemberg has accused CDU top candidate Manuel Hagel of sexism, circulating an old video where he speaks enthusiastically about a school visit with 16-year-old girls.
The constitutional protection agency in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, warns about the dangers of deepfakes and bots spreading disinformation ahead of state elections, highlighting their potential to undermine democracy.
No other Green minister has been in office as long as Baden-Württemberg's Transport Minister Winfried Hermann. What is his legacy after 15 years in power?
The Administrative Court of Baden-Württemberg has dismissed seven lawsuits challenging the public broadcasting fee, ruling that the overall public service offering does not show deficiencies despite…
Following an election defeat, the SPD in Baden-Württemberg intended an orderly renewal, but the party has fallen into further turmoil. Discussions are ongoing regarding the radicality of the party's restructuring.
The Green party and CDU in Baden-Württemberg have reached an agreement to begin formal coalition negotiations. The parties also settled on a distribution of ministerial positions, with the Greens taking five and the CDU six.
An article from Faz criticizes Manuel Hagel's CDU in Baden-Württemberg, suggesting a "thinking error" in their stance against a Green-Black coalition despite Hagel's presentation as a centrist candidate.
The CDU in Stuttgart is reportedly considering scenarios that could lead to a state crisis in Baden-Württemberg, as the state constitution mandates new elections if a government is not formed, sparking internal party discussions.
Robin Mesarosch, aiming to become SPD state chairman in Baden-Württemberg, discusses the party's challenges after securing only 5.5 percent of votes in the last state election, raising questions about the SPD's future relevance.
Following a close state election where the Greens narrowly defeated the CDU, both parties are now holding exploratory talks to form a coalition government in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Germany's Social Democrats (SPD) suffered significant losses in state elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate, raising questions about the implications for the ruling coalition in Berlin.
The CDU is experiencing mixed fortunes in German federal politics, celebrating success in Rhineland-Palatinate after a narrow defeat in Baden-Württemberg, but facing potential conflicts within its coalition with the SPD.
CDU top candidate Manuel Hagel reported receiving death threats ahead of the state election in Baden-Württemberg, with evidence now emerging to support his claims.
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) is facing a crisis following the election results in Baden-Württemberg, raising questions about its attractiveness to voters.
Cem Özdemir won the election in Baden-Württemberg partly by abandoning many of his Green Party's core issues. His party is still debating whether this was a good move.
The German chancellor and his Social Democrat coalition partners need to learn the right lessons, after an election reverse in Germany’s third-largest state
For most of the postwar period, the state of Baden-Württemberg was both a bastion of German conservatism and – as the home of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche – an economic powerhouse. But in volatile times, even regions that embodied political stability and industrial prowess now deliver the unexpected. A come-from-behind victory for the Green...
Following a significant surge at the end of the election campaign, the Green Party won the state parliamentary elections in Baden-Württemberg, with Cem Özdemir, dubbed the "Anatolian Swabian," now expected to become the new state premier.
Following Cem Özdemir's election victory in Baden-Württemberg, the CDU and Green Youth are pressuring him, while Boris Palmer has denied discussing a ministry position with Özdemir amidst speculation about his political future.
Flavia Zaka, who recently married Cem Özdemir, is becoming the new First Lady of Baden-Württemberg at 40 years old and is currently familiarizing herself with state politics.
In Baden-Württemberg wollen die Grünen auf Augenhöhe mit der CDU verhandeln, sagt Franziska Brantner im Interview. Einen Teilzeit-Ministerpräsidenten werde es jedoch nicht geben.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's ruling German Christian Democratic Union (CDU) recorded a disappointing result in the first of five regional elections, unexpectedly losing to the Greens in the state of Baden-Württemberg.
Tobias Vogt zur Debatte über Teilung der Amtszeit +++ Grüne: Wir sind für Vollzeit-Ministerpräsidenten +++ Hagel sieht „keinen Automatismus“ für Koalition mit Grünen +++ alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog
Die Grünen müssen ohne ihren Sieger feiern, Merz und Co. die Machtlust ihres Fraktionschefs ignorieren, die SPD zeigt sich vom Absturz überfordert: Zusammengenommen beben Regierung wie Opposition.
A German politician, the general secretary of the Free Democratic Party (FDP), will shave her head after her party's poor performance in the Baden-Württemberg state elections. This is due to a risky bet she made.
Grüne triumphieren dank Sympathie-Bonus, entscheidende junge Wählende, Druck auf Merz und der AfD-Zuwachs: Das musst du zu den Wahlen in Baden-Württemberg wissen.
Cem Özdemir and the Greens emerge as winners in the Baden-Württemberg state election, while the succession of Khamenei in Iran is confirmed, alongside a Federal Court of Justice ruling on a vaccine injury lawsuit.
In welchen Wahlkreisen liegt wer vorne? In welchen Regionen legten welche Parteien deutlich zu und wo erlitten sie Verluste? Die interaktive Karte zeigt detaillierte Ergebnisse der Landtagswahl 2026.
Konservativa CDU blir nästan lika stort som det tidigare regerande miljöpartiet De gröna i valet i tyska förbundslandet Baden-Württemberg, enligt vallokalsundersökningar.
Ytterhögern går kraftigt…
Bei der Landtagswahl in Baden-Württemberg ringen CDU und Grüne um den Wahlsieg. Nicht nur für diese beiden Parteien steht viel auf dem Spiel. Warum die Bundespolitik gespannt auf die Wahl schaut.
Linke, AfD und Grüne verzeichnen Mitgliederzuwachs +++ Mehr rechtsextreme Vorfälle an Schulen +++ Merz motiviert CDU in Baden-Württemberg vor der Landtagswahl +++ alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog
An article discusses the economic challenges facing the middle class in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, including declining revenues, in the context of an upcoming state election.
The state of Baden-Württemberg is holding elections, marking the end of the Green governor Winfried Kretschmann's tenure. The article reflects on the political landscape and the region's identity.
The upcoming state elections in Baden-Württemberg on Sunday are unexpectedly turning into a close race between the CDU and the Greens, marking the start of a critical election year with six state elections.
The first of five important state elections in Germany begins in the wealthy western state of Baden-Württemberg, with polls concluding in September in eastern states where nationalists from AfD are confident of victory.
Manuel Hagel, a strong contender for Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, is reportedly changing his campaign tactics after an old video and other issues have complicated his bid.
Tübingen's mayor, Boris Palmer, a former Green Party figure, suggests the 'woke wave' is over and is being considered as a potential minister in a Baden-Württemberg government.
Gelingt der FDP der Wiedereinzug in den Stuttgarter Landtag, kann sie auf eine Trendwende hoffen. Ansonsten sieht es finster aus. Und dann geht es noch um die Frisur der Generalsekretärin.
The AfD party in Baden-Württemberg is reportedly using two versions of the term 'Remigration,' opting for a more moderate tone in interviews but a radical one in election campaigns.
The Wahl-O-Mat tool has been launched for the 2026 state election in Baden-Württemberg, allowing voters to find out which party aligns closest with their views.
Latest polls for the Baden-Württemberg state election on March 8 show the Green party gaining support, with analyses on possible coalitions and voter concerns.
An economic structural crisis in Baden-Württemberg is shaking the political landscape, potentially benefiting the AfD in the upcoming state election and increasing pressure for reform on state and federal governments.
Umsetzung des EU-Asylpakets GEAS +++ Warken fordert Legalisierung von Eizellenspenden +++ Baden-Württemberg: Grüne in Umfrage einen Prozentpunkt hinter CDU +++ alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog
Cem Özdemir is campaigning to become Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, aiming to defend the Green party's power in the state despite the challenges faced by the federal 'Ampel' coalition in Berlin, with his independent approach seen as potentially beneficial.
The Green party hopes to gain momentum for their lead candidate Cem Özdemir in the Baden-Württemberg state election campaign, but a recent SWR triell (three-way debate) was not effective for this purpose.
In northern Mannheim, where many workers still reside, the Social Democrats are desperately campaigning to win back the votes of their traditional supporters ahead of the upcoming election, with some expressing intent to vote for the AfD.
After 15 years in power, Winfried Kretschmann, the first Green Minister-President, is stepping down, leaving a significant mark on the political landscape of southwest Germany through his pragmatic policies.
The Green Party in Baden-Württemberg is exploring options for Boris Palmer to hold a role in the state government while he seeks to remain Mayor of Tübingen.
Martin Rothweiler has been appointed the new leader of the AfD faction in Baden-Württemberg. Despite promises of 'professionalization,' radical positions within the party remain prominent.
The Green and CDU parties in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, presented a coalition paper focusing on a capable state and robust internal security, with Cem Özdemir expected to become Minister-President.
Five weeks after the election in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, the Green party leads in voter favorability while the CDU loses support, as coalition talks between the two parties continue.
A tanker truck lost tons of soap-making cleaner in Bad Ditzingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, creating a foam carpet on the Fils river, which firefighters are now attempting to contain.
The CDU in Stuttgart is reportedly risking a state crisis as discussions arise about potential new elections if no government is formed, as stipulated by the Baden-Württemberg constitution.
A truck driver lost control of his vehicle in Schramberg, Baden-Württemberg, striking and instantly killing a young woman and her child on the sidewalk.
Germany's FDP party is struggling for survival after suffering two heavy defeats, being ousted from state parliaments in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate, though party leader Christian Dürr intends to remain at the helm.
Following their success in the state elections in Baden-Württemberg, the German Green party is relieved and now seeks charismatic figures to replicate their electoral achievements at the federal level, with one name frequently mentioned.
Kulturstaatsminister Weimer schürt Hoffnung auf Ausbau der Deutschen Nationalbibliothek +++ Grüne laden CDU in Baden-Württemberg zu Sondierungen ein +++ Koalitionsverhandlungen sollen vorbereitet…
The SPD hopes a victory in the close Rheinland-Pfalz election, where they are vying for first place with the CDU, will lift the party's spirits, similar to the situation in Baden-Württemberg.
Boris Palmer wird kein Minister in Baden-Württemberg +++ Will Tübinger Oberbürgermeister bleiben +++ FDP-Generalsekretärin rasiert sich Glatze +++ Alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog
The Green party has regained power in Baden-Württemberg, a conservative stronghold known for Porsche and Mercedes, which experts believe could signal a potential renaissance for the struggling party.
The far-right AfD party fell short of its own expectations in both the Baden-Württemberg state election and the Bavarian municipal elections, despite showing robust performance in other areas.
Christoph Werner, CEO of Germany's largest drugstore chain dm, regularly expresses political views and discusses the Baden-Württemberg election with NZZ-Deutschland editor-in-chief Florian Eder.
Former Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, Günther Oettinger, has called on the Green and CDU parties to establish a new foundation of trust, while expressing concerns about changes in official positions.
Following the Baden-Württemberg election, the relationship between the CDU and the Greens is strained, indicating difficult exploratory talks, with the CDU reportedly trying to assert its position and 'show the Greens what a Porsche is' amid post-election tensions.
Vorwärts zur Nostalgie: Tradition hat die SPD reichlich – Stimmen immer weniger. In Baden-Württemberg wird sichtbar, wie sehr der Partei Arbeiter wie urbane Milieus entgleiten.
REPORT - Conservatives and ecologists are neck and neck in this prosperous region, but one under pressure from the industrial crisis, particularly in the automotive sector.
The election in Baden-Württemberg saw Cem Özdemir's success hailed as a triumph for the 'wise old man' on International Women's Day, with the outcome disappointing many entrepreneurs who had hoped for a CDU-led government and economic impulses.
Following the state election in Baden-Württemberg, Friedrich Merz addressed an unasked question regarding the implications of the election outcome for the coalition in Berlin and for black-green alliances.
Zum ersten Mal haben in Baden-Württemberg auch 16- und 17-Jährige gewählt. Wie haben sie und andere junge Wählerinnen und Wähler entschieden? Welche Themen waren ihnen wichtig?
Following the election defeat in Baden-Württemberg, FDP Vice Wolfgang Kubicki stated that the party's problems are 'deeper than we thought' as they search for a new beginning.
Cem Özdemir gains 30.2% of vote in Baden-Württemberg, ahead of CDU, with far-right AfD in third
Friedrich Merz’s Christian Democrats (CDU) have stumbled into a busy election year with a defeat to the…
Nicole Büttner, an FDP politician, announced she will shave her head after her party failed to re-enter the state parliament of Baden-Württemberg, fulfilling a bet she made in January.
In the final stretch, the Greens in Baden-Württemberg overtake the CDU. They owe this to their top candidate, who binds Kretschmann voters – and a great distance to the federal party.
In Baden-Württemberg, 16 and 17-year-olds were allowed to vote for the first time, a reform championed by the Green party, which saw significant support among these first-time voters.
Er wollte die Bürger stärker beteiligen und das Industrieland Baden-Württemberg ökologischer werden lassen. Was bleibt nach 15 Jahren vom ersten grünen Regierungschef?
Der Wahlkampf im deutschen Bundesland stand im Zeichen der Wirtschaft und Industrie. Manuel Hagel und seine CDU lagen in Umfragen lange vorne – bis die Grünen rasant aufholten.
Der baden-württembergische Ministerpräsidentenkandidat Manuel Hagel blamiert sich vor Schülern mit einer grottenfalschen Erklärung des Treibhauseffektes. Hier tut Nachhilfe Not.
Wirtschaft und Migration sind laut Umfragen die wichtigsten Themen der Landtagswahl in Baden-Württemberg. In dessen zweitgrösster Stadt wird deutlich, warum.
Ahead of the Baden-Württemberg state election, AfD's lead candidate, Frohnmaier, is reported to have employed pro-Russian staff members for a longer period than previously disclosed, amidst other political developments.
Danyal Bayaz, Green Finance Minister in Baden-Württemberg, advocates for an end to silo-thinking among German authorities and faster criminal investigations for future economic scandals, citing Cum-Ex as an example.
After 15 years, Winfried Kretschmann's term as Germany's first Green Minister-President in Baden-Württemberg is ending. This article reviews his achievements and shortcomings.
The FDP party in Baden-Württemberg is facing a critical election, battling for its existence as it risks failing to enter the state parliament for the first time in decades.
Despite facing accusations of nepotism and corruption nationwide, the AfD party is expected to gain votes in the upcoming Baden-Württemberg election, prompting questions about the source of its increasing approval.
Cem Özdemir tourt durch Baden-Württemberg, spricht über Demokratie und schüttelt Hände – und führt einen ganz auf seine Person zugeschnittenen Wahlkampf. Wird es bei der Landtagswahl für ihn reichen?
The CDU in Baden-Württemberg is nervous as the Green Party gains ground and could win the state election, with the Iran conflict potentially playing a role in voter sentiment.
Manuel Hagel of the CDU, a candidate for Minister-President in Baden-Württemberg, is facing sexism allegations after a video surfaced where he spoke about a 16-year-old student's 'doe-brown eyes' just
Bundeskanzler besucht erstmals China +++ Grüne warnen vor „neuer Heizkostenfalle“ +++ CDU-Spitzenkandidat in Baden-Württemberg: Keine Kooperation mit der AfD +++ alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog
Baden-Württemberg CDU top candidate Manuel Hagel is facing renewed sexism allegations after a 2018 interview where he made comments about a schoolgirl resurfaced, which he now calls a 'mistake'.
Trotz der martialischen Großsprecherei der Politiker verläuft der Wahlkampf in Baden-Württemberg ereignislos. Daran können auch Boris Palmer und der Kanzler nichts ändern.