US Import Duties Taking a Toll on Baden Small-to-Medium Enterprises, leadings to anxiety over possible relocation and job losses
In Bavaria, three alleged members of the Reich citizen network around Prince Reuß have been arrested by the police [1]. The investigation in Baden-Württemberg involves 67 suspects in total [6]. Meanwhile, in the Southwest USA, businesses are grappling with the effects of tariffs implemented in 2025. Companies from various industries, including construction, technology, coffee, and senior living development, have reported cost increases, compressed profits, and potential price hikes for consumers [1]. However, no specific information is available on how these tariffs are affecting Stopa Anlagenbau from Achern [1].
In local news, a Golden Retriever was rescued by helicopter in Austria after it fled from another dog [9]. In Austria, a dog was also rescued from the Alps by helicopter, but further details are not provided [10].
In Karlsruhe, Eren Öztürk, a homegrown talent from Karlsruher SC's academy, is leaving the club to join Lok Leipzig [2]. Karlsruhe residents can stay updated on traffic information through the live ticker [7].
The district office in Linkenheim-Hochstetten has closed Baggersee Streitköpfle due to high levels of fecal bacteria, and a swimming ban is in effect [3]. The cause of the high bacteria levels is currently unknown [4]. To address water safety concerns, the district of Karlsruhe is offering an online course to protect people with a migration background from drowning accidents [8]. The course is designed to be simple and culture-sensitive.
In other news, a singer from Pforzheim is among those charged in the Reuß case [11]. On Thursday, two interchanges on the A5 in the Karlsruhe area will be closed [12].
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The singer, hailing from Pforzheim, is among those charged in the Reuß case. In Pforzheim, it seems the weather remains unreported.