Bern Votes on Lorrainebad Renovation Project
Bern residents will vote on March 8 on a 22.3 million franc renovation for the historic Lorrainebad. The project aims to repair structural damage, reconnect the pool to the Aare River, and modernize f
Liam Carter is a public policy correspondent for Bern News Today, specializing in government accountability, regulatory affairs, and the oversight of non-profit organizations. He reports on consumer protection issues and the use of public funds.
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Swiss Prisons Face Overcrowding Challenges
Swiss prisons are facing significant overcrowding, with many facilities operating beyond capacity. Cantons like Vaud and Bern report high occupancy rates, prompting plans for new facilities and explor
Bern Canton Election Spending Revealed for First Time
Bern Canton reveals election campaign finances for the first time, showing over 3.5 million Swiss Francs spent. Conservative parties receive large donations from associations, while the Socialist Part
Bern Seeks Public Input for Allmend Future
Bern's city administration is engaging residents, including children, to plan the future of the Allmend areas. These vital green spaces face pressure from development and diverse interests.
Newly Discovered Planetary System Defies Formation Models
A Swiss-led mission using the CHEOPS space telescope has discovered a planetary system 116 light-years away that defies current formation theories.
Driver Fined for Unsecured Child on A6 Motorway
A Bern driver faces fines and penalties for transporting his three-year-old child unsecured in a Tesla on the A6 motorway, despite having a child seat available.
RBS Sees Strong Passenger Growth in 2025
Regionalverkehr Bern-Solothurn (RBS) saw passenger numbers rise over five percent in 2025, reaching 26 million. Bus services hit a record 8.4 million passengers, while train ridership neared pre-pande
Bern Addresses Relationship Violence on Valentine's Day
Bern is hosting an Anti-Valentine's Day pub quiz to raise awareness about relationship violence and critically examine romantic traditions. This initiative, part of a national campaign, aims to streng
Bern Federal Administration to Get Modern Workspaces
Bern's Federal Administration is modernizing its Bundesgasse 32 building, creating 240 flexible workspaces for the Federal Chancellery. The 27.3 million CHF project starts in 2027, balancing historica
Bern Proposes New Bus Parking Rules
Bern City Council proposes new rules for tour buses, including mandatory online parking reservations outside the city center and designated drop-off points, aiming to reduce congestion and improve vis
Bern Canton Pushes for Individual Fan Prosecution
Bern Canton lawmakers are pushing for individual prosecution of fan violence, moving away from collective punishments. The proposal includes a specialized police unit and faster legal procedures to ad
Exiled Iranians Report Harassment in Switzerland
Exiled Iranians in Switzerland report surveillance and threats, allegedly from representatives of the Iranian regime. The Iranian embassy in Bern faces scrutiny amidst these claims, raising concerns a
Bern Police Arrest Two Fugitives After Chase
Bernese Cantonal Police arrested two men in Bern after a foot chase and confrontation near the Reitschule. Both individuals were wanted on warrants and were in Switzerland illegally. Officers faced re
