Latest City News from Russia

Over 85 Barnaul Parents Lose Parental Rights in 2025In Barnaul, more than 85 parents had their parental rights terminated in 2025, with men being the most commonly affected, according to local authorities.

Mar 6, 2026

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Anna Yakimova-Dikovskaya: The revolutionary in the 1917 Chita photoShe took part in assassination attempts on Alexander II. Historians have identified her as Anna Yakimova-Dikovskaya, not Maria Spiridonova, in a photo from a 1917 rally in Chita.

Mar 6, 2026

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Used Sawfish Nose Sold in Vladivostok as Trophy or SwordA seller in Vladivostok is offering a used sawfish nose for 13,000 rubles (approximately $130 at current rates), suggesting it could be displayed as a historical trophy or crafted into a sword.

Mar 6, 2026

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Heating Restored in Kirovsky District After AccidentHeat supply to residential buildings in the Kirovsky District of St. Petersburg has been restored after damage to a heat main was repaired.

Mar 6, 2026

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Snow Rises Upwards in St. PetersburgOn Friday, January 30, several rare natural phenomena were recorded in St. Petersburg and Leningrad Region. The most astonishing was snow rising upwards near the Lakhta Center tower.

Mar 6, 2026

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Traffic restrictions in seven St. Petersburg districts from FebruaryStarting February 1, St. Petersburg will impose temporary traffic restrictions in seven districts, linked to the construction of gas pipelines and utility networks.

Mar 6, 2026

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Fake News on Indian Migrant Housing Refuted in UralsThe Anti-Terrorism Commission of Sverdlovsk Region has called false the information about allocating housing to labor migrants from India.

Mar 6, 2026

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Marmoset Pair Welcomes Ninth Offspring at Leningrad ZooA marmoset pair named Lucius and Helga at the Leningrad Zoo have had a baby. This is the ninth infant for these monkeys.

Mar 6, 2026

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Fontanka ranks 4th in social media engagementThe online publication Fontanka.ru has taken 17th place in the citation index and fourth place for social media engagement in the 2025 ranking of the most cited online resources.

Mar 5, 2026

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Voronezh residents urged to clear snow as school closures loomIf you haven't been following the news, read our evening digest.

Mar 5, 2026

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Novosibirsk police detain gang for staging fake accidentsFive events that caught the attention of NGS readers on January 30 in Novosibirsk.

Mar 5, 2026

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Frosty morning in Yaroslavl brings sunlight after cloudy JanuaryAfter a cloudy January, Yaroslavl residents enjoyed a stunning sunrise, making today perfect for walks if dressed warmly.

Mar 5, 2026

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Beauty over warmth: Frosty Yaroslavl bathed in morning lightIt was a perfect day for a walk. You just need to dress warmly.

Mar 5, 2026

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St. Petersburg Offers Training for Military Participants and FamiliesIn St. Petersburg, a list of 56 professional training programs has been approved for participants of the special military operation and their relatives. The city will cover the costs for mastering both working and modern digital professions.

Mar 5, 2026

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Vakhitov House in Kazan Finally Recognized as Cultural HeritageFollowing protests from activists, the house where revolutionary Mullanur Vakhitov was born has been recognized as a cultural heritage site, with an expert revising his initial assessment.

Mar 5, 2026

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Denis Minkin to Head St. Petersburg Transport CommitteeThe former head of 'Gorelectrotrans' will replace Valentin Yenokayev, who left for Yandex. The appointment takes effect on February 2.

Mar 5, 2026

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Authorities plan emergency mode for 72-year-old house in Octyabrsky districtIn Novosibirsk's Octyabrsky district, officials are considering a state of high alert for a 72-year-old apartment building at 390 Chekhov Street, which may result in the relocation of residents.

Mar 5, 2026

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Real Hell: Krasnodar Visitor's Rant on Road Chaos and TrafficWhen in winter, any trip turns into an obstacle course.

Mar 5, 2026

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Lukashenko: Shoveling Snow is Better than CosmeticsPresident of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko stated that physical labor, such as shoveling snow, is the best way for women to maintain attractiveness.

Mar 5, 2026

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Murmansk Oblast faces -37 °C frost and strong winds on January 31Forecasters are warning of cold temperatures, gusty winds, and icy conditions in Murmansk Oblast.

Mar 5, 2026

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Report from Sadovoy Wins at 'Iskra Yuga' CompetitionJournalists Elena Rubleva and Ilya Vorobushkin have won an award for their investigation into a tragic incident involving teenagers in Kalmykia.

Mar 5, 2026

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Traffic near park in Nizhny Novgorod to be restrictedDue to tram track repairs at the intersection of Chkalov and October Revolution streets, car traffic restrictions have been introduced, lasting until mid-March.

Mar 5, 2026

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Murmansk residents hear siren, cause revealedOn January 30, a siren alarmed residents in Murmansk, with reports from multiple streets. The local news site 51.RU determined it was a test by Rostelecom.

Mar 5, 2026

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Nizhny Novgorod park area traffic partially blocked for tram repairsTraffic restrictions will be imposed at the intersection of Chkalov and October Revolution streets in Nizhny Novgorod from February 1 to March 20 due to tram track repairs.

Mar 5, 2026

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Volgograd journalists' report wins national 'Iskra Yuga' awardFor correspondents Elena Rubeleva and Ilya Vorobushkin, the report from the village of Sadovoy in Kalmykia became one of the most important in their career.

Mar 5, 2026

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