Senior political correspondent covering Swedish government and EU affairs from Stockholm
A suspected murder attempt in Umeå left one person with life-threatening injuries. Police confirmed the incident occurred in the northern part of the city but withheld most details.
A 17th-century shipwreck has resurfaced near Kastellholmen in Stockholm due to unusually low water levels. Marine archaeologist Jim Hansson says the exposure has sparked public interest and highlights how few of Sweden's estimated 1,000 shipwrecks have been found.
A fatal house fire near Sala, Sweden, claimed one life early Saturday morning. The building was fully destroyed, and police are investigating the blaze as possible arson.
Sweden Democrats politician Emilie Pilthammar apologized for 2022 blog posts seen as pro-Russia. The party's membership committee will review her case to decide her political future.
Sweden's migration minister says teens facing deportation should finish high school. The government is seeking a formal proposal to allow them more time to complete their studies.
Eight wildlife collisions were reported in Vallentuna in one week—the highest in over ten years. Warmer weather after a deep freeze has increased animal movement near roads, raising safety concerns.
Sweden's migration minister says teen deportations won't stop soon, but the government wants affected youth to finish high school first. Officials are designing a system to allow this exception.
A senior official in Region Stockholm's traffic administration has been arrested on suspicion of gross bribery. Two people remain in custody while legal proceedings begin.
Two people have been detained in a major bribery probe connected to Stockholm's Transport Administration. A company in the Mälaren region faces a 6 million kronor asset freeze as five individuals are now suspected.
Healthcare Minister Elisabet Lann has called a crisis meeting after reports showed record stress-related sick leave in Swedish healthcare. The meeting will bring together unions, private providers, and regional authorities to address workplace safety issues.
A second man in his twenties has been extradited from Germany and remanded in Sweden over a string of violent crimes against elderly women in Huskvarna. He is accused of aggravated robbery and attempted rape.
Former Sweden Democrats MP Katja Nyberg denies using cocaine or driving under the influence. She says her revoked license stems from a metabolite, not active drugs, and her alcohol level was below the legal limit.
A school employee in Sörmland, Sweden, has been arrested over multiple rape allegations spanning from summer 2024 to early 2026. The suspect denies the charges, and prosecutors have not confirmed whether the alleged victim is a student at his school.
Sweden’s Radiation Safety Authority has approved test operations with neutron production at the European Spallation Source in Lund. Full operations are planned for 2028, with the facility set to become a leading center for materials research.
A suspect in the Rönninge murder case near Stockholm has been found not to suffer from a serious mental disorder. This clears the way for a standard prison sentence if convicted of the Boxing Day killing.
A 22-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for a fatal shooting in Malmö. The victim, also 22, died after being shot five times near Kattarpstorget in November 2024.
Only Social Security Minister Anna Tenje won't seek re-election to the Swedish Parliament. Eleven current ministers, including Gunnar Strömmer and Benjamin Dousa, lack Riksdag seats and depend on party lists for return.
A 32-year-old man received a forensic psychiatric care sentence for murdering a man during a violent attack at a Helsingborg hostel. He was also convicted of multiple other assault charges from prior incidents.
Ekillaskolan in Märsta is under investigation after discontinuing student support plans. The Swedish Schools Inspectorate is probing potential violations of teaching time and special education laws.
A former Solna municipal employee has been sentenced to three years in prison for embezzling 18.7 million SEK, believing she was sending money to Mick Jagger. The court found her actions systematic despite her claims of being scammed.
Sweden proposes making gang membership a crime, targeting over 17,500 active members. The law needs a constitutional change and won’t pass before 2026.
Sweden's beef slaughter reached its lowest point since 2013, with an 8% drop from last year. Lamb and sheep slaughter also fell to levels not seen since 2004.
Sweden’s finance minister says the budget for new reforms is exhausted through the next parliamentary term. The announcement follows heavy borrowing for tax cuts and sets up a fierce debate ahead of the 2026 election.
Sweden's coalition government faces internal strife over migration policy, with SD leader Jimmie Åkesson missing a key press conference due to disagreements. The Tidö parties are divided on converting permanent residence permits and teenage deportations, threatening legislative progress. This conflict highlights challenges in maintaining unity within the ruling bloc.