Bern Citizen Fined for Missing Vote Counting Duty
A Bern resident was fined 350 francs for missing mandatory vote-counting duty and then failed to appear for their own requested court hearing, leading to the automatic confirmation of the penalty. Thi
Julian Fischer is a legal affairs correspondent specializing in Swiss jurisprudence and public administration. He covers court decisions, legislative developments, and social policy impacts across various cantons.
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Man Sentenced for Bern Bahnhofplatz Assault
A 20-year-old man received a conditional fine and other penalties for an assault on Bern's Bahnhofplatz, involving a punch and a death threat. The victim suffered a concussion and was unable to work.
Bern Parties Focus on Solidarity and Climate in Election
Bern's Social Democrats and Greens launch their joint election campaign, focusing on solidarity, climate protection, and reliability. They aim to regain a majority in the Regierungsrat, challenging cu
Swiss Farmers Protest Planned for Bundesplatz
An anonymous call for a farmer protest on Bern's Bundesplatz is facing uncertainty, with city officials confirming no immediate plans for Monday evening. Farmers cite high workload, low pay, and farm
Swiss Surgeon Faces Trial Over Faulty Implants
A prominent Bernese surgeon faces trial for allegedly implanting faulty spinal disc devices in seven patients, causing severe bodily harm. The 'Cadisc-L' implants reportedly failed, leading to physica
Bern Police Break Up Illegal Party and Street Procession
Bernese Cantonal Police broke up an illegal party of several hundred people in a vacant building, leading to a street procession, use of irritant spray, and minor vandalism.
Gurten Skilift Opens for Season
The Gurten ski lift has opened for its first day this season thanks to recent snowfall, offering an 80-meter slope for beginners. Operated by Gurtenbahn AG, the lift averages 15 days a season, relying
Christine Müller Elected Köniz Parliament President for 2026
Christine Müller of the Green Party has been elected as the new Köniz Parliament President for 2026, becoming the highest-ranking local official.
Wislentunnel Accidents Caused by Human Error
Investigations into two fatal Wislentunnel accidents reveal human factors like weakness and fatigue were the cause, not tunnel safety issues. Official reports confirm no defects, despite public concer
Bern Canton Receives Significant SNB Payout
The Canton of Bern will receive an unexpected 320 million Swiss francs from the Swiss National Bank (SNB) following a significant financial turnaround in 2025. Finance Director Astrid Bärtschi emphasi
Army Horse Collides with Van in Schönbühl
An army horse escaped its enclosure and collided with a delivery van in Schönbühl, Bern, injuring the driver and leaving the horse unable to stand.
Bernmobil Observes Minute of Silence for Crans-Montana Victims
Bernmobil will pause all trams and buses for 20 seconds on Friday at 2 PM to observe a national minute of silence for the Crans-Montana fire victims, expressing deep sympathy for those affected.
Oversight Authority Faces Scrutiny Over Spending
A Federal Audit Office report criticizes the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office Oversight Authority for expensive IT services, excessive laptops, and costly, underperforming media monitoring.
