Latest City News from Russia

Yekaterinburg Approves Demolition of Building with Legendary InscriptionExperts have approved the demolition of a former instrument plant in Yekaterinburg, finding it poses no risk to adjacent heritage sites.

Feb 3, 2026

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Power Outage Strikes Several Streets in RyazanA 'technological fault' caused a power outage affecting several streets in Ryazan on Tuesday, with crews working to restore electricity within four hours.

Feb 3, 2026

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Severomorsk's Renewal Continues: Further Changes Planned for Northern Fleet CapitalFollowing the installation of architectural lighting, Severomorsk is set to see further development projects, including a promenade and hospital upgrades.

Feb 3, 2026

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Chernobyl Liquidators Memorial Planned for Central ChitaThe regional ministry of culture in Chita has announced a competition for designs of a memorial to honor the liquidators of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, planned for installation in the city center.

Feb 3, 2026

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Badenland thermal complex to open in Yekaterinburg on January 24The giant thermal spa will begin receiving guests on January 24, though the launch was initially planned for December.

Feb 3, 2026

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Demolition approved for Yekaterinburg building with legendary artExperts have confirmed that razing the former Ural Instrument-Making Plant in Yekaterinburg will not damage nearby architectural monuments.

Feb 3, 2026

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Fare payments double-deducted in VolgogradPublic transport passengers in Volgograd are facing double deductions for contactless payments, and the operator links this to mobile network disruptions.

Feb 3, 2026

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Free green transport for Irkutsk students January 25On January 25, students in Irkutsk can use municipal buses, trams, and trolleybuses for free to celebrate Russian Student Day.

Feb 3, 2026

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January 24 Opening for Yekaterinburg's Badenland Thermal ComplexBadenland, a massive thermal complex in Yekaterinburg, will open on Saturday, January 24, starting at 12:00.

Feb 3, 2026

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Violations Found in Food Service at Sochi Hotel Where Children Fell IllThe case involves the Loo-Arena hotel complex, where young athletes were diagnosed with an infection in early January.

Feb 3, 2026

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Chita neighborhood freezes despite utility's normal temperature claimResidents in Chita's Severny district have reported freezing conditions in their homes for over a week, but the heating company TGK-14 says its measurements are within norms.

Feb 3, 2026

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Volgograd trolleybus passengers report double fare deductionsThe payment system operator links the failures to mobile internet issues.

Feb 3, 2026

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Yekaterininskaya Clinic in Krasnodar installs expert-class CT scannerOn 23 January, the Yekaterininskaya Clinic in Krasnodar introduced a new expert-class CT scanner, which aids in early diagnosis of severe diseases.

Feb 3, 2026

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Five Key Priorities: How Andrey Chibis Sees Murmansk Region's Development in 2026Governor Andrey Chibis presented his key development priorities for Murmansk Region in 2026 during an annual press conference held in Murmansk on January 22.

Feb 3, 2026

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Ufa Residents Call Planeta District a Concrete JungleResidents of Ufa share mixed opinions on the Planeta microdistrict, with many criticizing its lack of greenery and high-density housing, while some express satisfaction with their homes.

Feb 3, 2026

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Miniature sculptures of artisans installed on Kungur streetsIn Kungur, a new attraction for tourists and locals features miniature bronze sculptures of traditional artisans, created by local sculptor Andrey Belyov.

Feb 3, 2026

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The Coldest Night of Winter in St. Petersburg: ForecastAn abnormally cold weather is expected in St. Petersburg over the upcoming weekend. The night into Sunday could become the frostiest since the start of the winter season.

Feb 3, 2026

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Irkutsk's city improvement chief resignsElena Yurganova, deputy chair of the city improvement committee, resigned from the Irkutsk mayor's office on January 12.

Feb 3, 2026

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Repairs Disrupt Hot Water and Heating in NevinnomysskA pipe burst has left residents of Nevinnomyssk without hot water and heating on 23 January, with repair work expected to be completed by 13:00.

Feb 3, 2026

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Yaroslavl Mayor Updates on Historic Trefolev House RenovationEarlier, the building was sold to a new owner for 12 million rubles (about $120,000 at current rates).

Feb 3, 2026

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St. Petersburg drops local registration for self-employed taxi driversSt. Petersburg's Transport Committee has abolished the local registration requirement for self-employed taxi drivers. However, they must still conduct their business and be registered for tax in the city.

Feb 3, 2026

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Tula Residents Complain About Huge Icicles Hanging From BuildingsResidents of apartment buildings on 2nd Metallurgov Passage street are reporting massive icicles hanging from roofs and balconies and sharing photos of them on social media.

Feb 3, 2026

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Former Moscow Art Factory Building Listed for SaleA former art factory building in Moscow, now owned by Rostec, has been put up for sale. The site on Baltiyskaya Street near Sokol metro station was originally home to a creative arts complex.

Feb 3, 2026

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Tatiana's Day: Weekend Weather Update for Stavropol, KMVTatiana's Day in the Stavropol region will have milder weather this year, with temperatures near freezing and no severe frosts over the weekend of January 24-25.

Feb 3, 2026

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TVs to Go Off Air in Novosibirsk Region with Scheduled OutagesRadio and television broadcasts will be interrupted in five settlements of Novosibirsk region from January 26 to February 1 due to maintenance work.

Feb 3, 2026

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