Carinthians Vote to Ban Wind Turbines
A narrow majority of 51.55% voted in favour of banning wind turbines in the state during a non-binding referendum.
Linz Mayoral Race Headed to a Runoff: SPÖ vs. FPÖ
Voter turnout came in at just 42.2 percent, significantly lower than the 57.5 percent recorded in 2021.
Carinthia Holds Referendum on Wind Turbine Ban
Polling stations will close shortly after noon, meaning the results are expected by Sunday afternoon.
Voting Begins in Linz Mayoral Election
A total of 151,668 eligible voters are invited to cast their votes by 4:00 p.m. Seven candidates are in the running.
Parents Arrested in Vienna Over Suspected Child Abuse
The baby girl was taken to the hospital shortly before Christmas in critical condition.
FPÖ and ÖVP Begin Coalition Talks
The prospect of an FPÖ-led government has sparked huge public outcry, including a large protest in Vienna on Thursday evening.
Drug Lab Discovered in Vienna Flat
A flat search in the 3rd district uncovered a “fully-fledged drug lab” that was producing Liquid Ecstasy, police said.
Wiener Linien to Modernise Elevators and Escalators
The upgrades will feature energy-efficient designs and modern technology, with a total investment of €6.3 million.
Storm Hits Eastern Austria, Fire Crews Work Through the Night
Vienna’s fire brigade responded to about 70 incidents across the city, primarily to deal with fallen branches and uprooted trees.
Thousands Protest in Vienna Against FPÖ Coalition Talks
Demonstrators chanted “Nazis out!” and “Vienna hates the FPÖ” while forming a human chain to symbolically block FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl from becoming Chancellor.