West coast updates, port news, business, and Gothenburg local stories
A lost field book from Sweden's warrior king Charles XII has been discovered in Gothenburg. The 268-page journal contains personal notes and illustrations from the Great Northern War. This find offers new insights into Swedish military history and cultural heritage.
Gothenburg is increasing preschool funding as child numbers fall, creating a 'golden opportunity' to boost quality. While officials plan smaller groups and more staff, teacher unions say it's not enough. This local decision tests Sweden's national commitment to its famed early childhood education model.
A key pedestrian and cycle bridge in Gothenburg, Sweden, is on the brink after the national maritime agency rejected its design. The clash highlights the struggle between urban green mobility goals and vital shipping interests. Can the city find a solution, or will the project be scrapped?
As Swedish schools broke for Christmas, police launched a preventive operation at Gothenburg's Landvetter Airport to stop child abductions linked to honor crimes. The holiday period is a high-risk time for forced marriage and FGM. This visible presence aims to protect children before they are taken beyond Sweden's reach.
A major power fault halted all train traffic between Stockholm and Gothenburg, stranding thousands and exposing vulnerabilities in Sweden's key rail corridor. The disruption sparked a chaotic scramble for buses and questions about aging infrastructure.
A major Swedish gang figure is behind bars after an international sting, with millions seized. This arrest highlights Sweden's intensified fight against organized crime's financial roots. We look at what this means for Gothenburg and the ongoing societal battle.