Region Stockholm's 2026 plan targets net zero emissions by 2045 and sustainable metropolitan growth, supported by a strong financial turnaround and AAA credit rating.
Region Stockholm's 2026 plan targets net zero emissions by 2045 and sustainable metropolitan growth, supported by a strong financial turnaround and AAA credit rating.
Sewage discharges in Stockholm and Malmö lead to public warnings and operational responses to control environmental and health impacts.
A garage fire in Haninge on April 30 led to partial building collapse and impacted local water pressure, with emergency services actively managing the incident.
Haninge Municipality records its strongest financial outcome ever in 2025 alongside a tax rate cut and progress toward strategic goals.
Stockholm's Dockteatern Tittut puppet theater and Blivande cultural hub foster dynamic community engagement and artistic creativity through touring performances and supportive cultural spaces.
Stockholm Art Week launches with extensive events highlighting Sweden’s contemporary art, complemented by Sara-Vide Ericson's major exhibition in Norrköping.
Reza Pahlavi's visit to Stockholm prompted demonstrations by both supporters seeking regime change in Iran and opponents rejecting his democratic credentials, resulting in a tense but peaceful day.
Kristoffer Tamsons resigns from Stockholm regional politics, creating challenges for the Moderaterna party ahead of the upcoming elections.
A 2026 report reveals that over half of residents in vulnerable Stockholm neighborhoods have thought about leaving Sweden due to insecurity, poor integration, and economic dissatisfaction.
Construction of the Barkarby subway line in Stockholm is halted after Region Stockholm terminates CRTG's contract due to serious safety violations threatening worker lives.
A measles case at a Stockholm child care center has triggered contact tracing efforts as authorities emphasize vaccination to prevent spread.
A man was critically injured in a shooting near a football field in Vårby, south of Stockholm; police are investigating with community crisis support underway.
Police and bomb squad respond to a suspicious object in Östermalm, cordoning off the area and advising residents to stay away from windows.
Stockholm's public transport authority SL halts bus shelter procurement amid bribery allegations involving misuse of taxpayer money and substandard products.
Condominium prices in central Stockholm reached record highs in February 2026, driven by market momentum and upcoming mortgage regulation changes.
Stockholm authorities detain doctors and pharmacists suspected of defrauding Region Stockholm by charging excessive prices for licensed botox medications, causing losses of around 20 million kronor.
A 25-year-old man is suspected of arson after a fire in a Stockholm apartment building led to evacuations and serious injuries.
A bribery investigation involving SL employees and officials in Stockholm reveals suspected bribes exceeding 15 million kronor, with multiple arrests and ongoing probes.
Gröna Lund confirms it will not appeal the court's 5.2 million kronor fine following the fatal Jetline accident, acknowledging responsibility and committing to enhance safety oversight.
A residential building in Rinkeby, Stockholm, experienced explosions on two consecutive nights, causing significant damage but no injuries. Police are investigating both incidents as serious public endangerment.
Nick Cave's ceramic figurines exhibition at Kulturhuset in Stockholm explores human themes through the life of the devil in 17 handcrafted pieces.
Recent serious arson attacks in Stockholm and Helsingborg have led to arrests and emergency rescues of residents trapped inside their homes.
Amid one of the coldest Februaries in recent years due to a high-pressure system, a Stockholm resident was locked out in -15°C and sought refuge in a garbage room, illustrating the harsh impact of the February 2026 cold snap in Sweden.
Three people fell through the ice on Stockholm's Riddarfjärden despite multiple warnings, with rescue services responding and advising caution.
Two suspects arrested in a bribery scandal linked to Stockholm's regional traffic administration amid ongoing investigation and official responses.
Stockholm's economy ended 2025 strongly with private sector growth and increasing household spending boosting the region's recovery momentum.
Liljevalchs hosts its 2026 Vårsalongen with record artist participation showcasing surreal art, alongside a charity auction aiding war-affected children.
Police raids in Stockholm led to four arrests on serious bribery charges tied to Stockholm Public Transport (SL), prompting political demands for transparency and accountability.
Approximately 10,000 people gathered in Stockholm on January 22 to protest gun violence in a moving event featuring victims' families and calls for urgent action.
Following the 2023 Jetline accident at Gröna Lund, survivors speak out as the park is fined over 5 million kronor for negligence causing death and injury.
An explosion in Fagersjö, Stockholm caused building damage but no injuries; police are investigating with helicopter assistance.
Authorities investigate explosions in Farsta and Fagersjö, southern Stockholm, with no injuries or major damage reported.
Karim Alaa Hussain's life sentence for a gang-related murder in Husby, Stockholm, has been confirmed by the Court of Appeal after a 2025 shooting linked to gang retaliation.
Stockholm City closed 10,000 snow removal complaints and limited staff responses during the January 2026 snowstorm due to overwhelming demand and resource constraints.
A Stockholm police officer is on trial for multiple sexual offenses against minors committed via Snapchat, with charges including rape and exploitation.
A man in his 30s died after being thrown from a balcony in Spånga, Stockholm, leading to murder charges against three suspects.
Swedish police have launched murder investigations after two separate deaths in Stockholm and outside Katrineholm, with arrests made and inquiries ongoing.
Two young men with ISIS ties convicted for plotting a suicide bombing at Stockholm’s 2025 Kulturfestival, with sentences reflecting intent and youth.
William Suso, wanted for a 5-year-old attempted murder in Stockholm, was arrested at Arlanda Airport after being escorted by Turkish police.
Stockholm opens the House of Photography as a new public art hall showcasing iconic and contemporary photographic works, addressing a growing demand for quality photography exhibitions.
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