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What Are the Five Canton-Level Decisions Zurich Voters Face On June 14?
Local Zürich · May 21

What Are the Five Canton-Level Decisions Zurich Voters Face On June 14?

The housing proposals are likely to draw the most attention because they go to the heart of Zurich’s affordability crisis.
SBB CHF 77M Opfikon-Kloten Upgrade: How Your Travel Will Change
Local · May 20

SBB CHF 77M Opfikon-Kloten Upgrade: How Your Travel Will Change

There will  be diversions, cancellations, and timetable changes from 23 May to 15 June 2026 and 15 June to 3 July 2026.

Is Zurich’s Economy Cooling? 25,817 Unemployed as Global Tensions Hit Hiring Outlook
Local · May 12

Is Zurich’s Economy Cooling? 25,817 Unemployed as Global Tensions Hit Hiring Outlook

Zurich’s unemployment rate dropped to 2.9% in April 2026 as construction and trade hiring surged. Discover how Middle East tensions are affecting the Swiss job outlook.
Zurich Crime: Crypto Bust, USZ Scandal, and an Active Manhunt
Local · May 12

Zurich Crime: Crypto Bust, USZ Scandal, and an Active Manhunt

Police bust a major crypto money laundering ring, a manhunt for a violent assault suspect, and updates on the USZ heart surgery scandal.