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Chernivtsi

Cultural and educational center of Bukovina, administrative center of Chernivtsi Oblast
Chernivtsi is a city in Ukraine, the administrative center of the Chernivtsi Oblast and Chernivtsi Raion. It is located along both banks of the Prut River, covers an area of over 153 square kilometers, and has a population of approximately 260,000 people as of July 2024. The city of Chernivtsi was founded in the 12th century and first mentioned in 1408. Chernivtsi has a multi-layered history that shaped it into a multicultural hub. The Austrian period (1774-1918) particularly influenced the city's architectural appearance, giving it the features of a Central European gem with elements of Viennese Baroque and Art Nouveau.
1488
The city received Magdeburg rights, which promoted self-governance
1866
The city was connected by railway to the European network
1875
Chernivtsi University was founded
1882
The construction of the architectural ensemble of the Residence of Bukovinian and Dalmatian Metropolitans was completed
1991
The city began to actively restore its historical and cultural character after Ukraine gained independence
2011
The central building of the university (the former Residence of Metropolitans) was included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list
2022
Over 25 million euros in grant funds were attracted for the development of urban infrastructure and support for internally displaced persons
2022
A significant number of enterprises were relocated to the city, which contributed to the preservation of economic potential
2023
An honorary consulate of Latvia was opened
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Over 30 children were on the bridge, six injured: investigation launched in BukovynaVideo

In the village of Vyzenka, a wooden bridge collapsed with children on it; six of them have been hospitalized. The Prosecutor's Office is investigating the improper performance of safety duties.

Society • June 7, 08:26 AM • 20463 views
In Chernivtsi, a man fell into a sewer manhole and spent five days there without food or waterPhoto

In Chernivtsi, a man fell into a three-meter deep pit due to a missing manhole cover and spent five days there. Rescuers extracted the victim and handed him over to medics.

Society • June 1, 01:15 PM • 4016 views
More trains are being launched to popular locations for the summer season

Seven trains have been switched to a daily schedule, and an additional Kyiv — Chernivtsi service has been scheduled. The Sumy — Rakhiv route has been restored for summer travel.

Society • May 29, 07:01 AM • 4512 views
Vyshyvanka Day: history, traditions, and how the holiday is celebrated in UkrainePhoto

Vyshyvanka Day is celebrated on the third Thursday of May as a symbol of national unity. The holiday was founded by student Lesia Voroniuk 20 years ago in Chernivtsi.

Society • May 21, 07:00 AM • 62128 views
Shooting near an educational institution in Chernivtsi: inspector detains 17-year-old youth

In Chernivtsi, an educational security service inspector detained a 17-year-old youth for a shooting near an educational institution. There were no casualties; the weapon was seized for forensic examination.

Society • May 16, 02:34 PM • 7748 views
"No one will hear the truth": a father of many children raped his partner's 13-year-old daughter for months - he has been sentenced to life imprisonment

A Chernivtsi resident was sentenced to life imprisonment for the systematic rape of a 13-year-old child. Prosecutors secured a tougher sentence in the court of appeal.

Society • April 29, 07:24 AM • 12393 views
New international train from Ukraine to Bulgaria is planned to launch in early JunePhoto

The new train will run through Lviv, Chernivtsi, and Bucharest, with a travel time of up to 30 hours. The parties are negotiating preferential tariffs to reduce ticket prices.

Society • April 6, 10:22 AM • 10251 views
SBU prevented a terrorist attack in Odesa - a Russian agent who was preparing to blow up a truck was detainedPhoto

The SBU detained a woman who planted explosives under a truck carrying equipment for power grids. The perpetrator planned a remote detonation using phones.

Society • April 1, 08:23 AM • 4982 views
Oleh Krot's "Techiia Foundation" supported "City of Goodness": an operating room was opened in the center for seriously ill childrenPhoto

Oleh Krot's "Techiia Foundation" supported "City of Goodness": an operating room was opened in the center for seriously ill children.

Business News • March 26, 12:40 PM • 9870 views
In Chernivtsi, a large-scale underground cigarette factory with a monthly income of a billion was exposedPhoto

The BEB liquidated the largest tobacco production in Chernivtsi with an income of UAH 1 billion. Two production lines and products worth UAH 200 million were seized, and 40 people were detained.

Economy • March 23, 11:55 AM • 4397 views
In Chernivtsi, a contractor and an engineer are suspected of causing 850,000 UAH in damages during road repairsPhoto

The contractor and technical supervision engineer did not use 238 tons of asphalt during the repair of Khotynska Street. The city budget suffered damages of 850,000 hryvnias.

Society • March 10, 04:29 PM • 4361 views
The government has allocated an additional three billion UAH from the reserve fund for road repairs

The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 3 billion for the repair of international highways and logistics routes. More than 140 brigades restore 40,000 m² of pavement daily.

Society • March 9, 05:08 PM • 6765 views
An illegal network of gas stations was uncovered in Chernivtsi and Khmelnytskyi regions - over 62,000 liters of fuel seizedPhoto

Law enforcement officers shut down three illegal gas stations and seized 62,000 liters of fuel. Products of questionable quality were sold for cash.

Economy • March 9, 03:42 PM • 3983 views
Law enforcement officer in Khmelnytskyi charged with assault after beating a man during a TCR check

In Khmelnytskyi, a law enforcement officer was notified of suspicion due to the use of force during a document check, which resulted in multiple fractures for a man. The incident occurred in January 2025 at a market when the officer beat a man who was trying to escape.

Society • February 16, 12:22 PM • 4355 views
Man threw a grenade during a conflict in Chernivtsi, three injuredPhoto

In Chernivtsi, a 32-year-old man threw a grenade on Heroes of Maidan Street, injuring three people. One was hospitalized, others received assistance on the spot.

Society • February 16, 07:25 AM • 5616 views
Abduction of a 13-year-old schoolgirl in Bukovyna: a series of examinations appointed in the caseVideo

The 13-year-old schoolgirl, who had been searched for over 40 hours, was found safe and sound in a private house outside the city. A 37-year-old man has been notified of suspicion of child abduction and theft of her property.

Crimes and emergencies • February 13, 03:35 PM • 4112 views
In Bukovyna, a man involved in the abduction of a 13-year-old girl was detainedPhoto

In Bukovyna, police detained a 37-year-old man suspected of abducting a 13-year-old girl. The child was found unharmed, and her life and health are not in danger.

Society • February 12, 04:48 PM • 14986 views
Ukrzaliznytsia changes train routes in Sumy region due to shelling threat: all details and new service to Kharkiv

Ukrzaliznytsia is adjusting train movements in the Sumy direction due to the threat of shelling, changing the routes of transit trains No. 45/46 and No. 113/114. Starting February 7, 2026, an additional train No. 213/214 Kharkiv – Sumy will be launched for convenient transfers.

Society • February 10, 06:29 PM • 7856 views
In Kyiv, a doctor was detained for attempting to smuggle a man to Romania for 20,000 eurosPhoto

In Kyiv, a doctor was detained who offered to smuggle a conscripted man to Romania for 20,000 euros. He promised to arrange border crossing outside the checkpoint, dressing the client in a border guard uniform.

Society • January 23, 12:25 PM • 4602 views
Over 60 trains changed routes after night attacks by Russia - Ukrzaliznytsia

Due to night shelling, over 60 Ukrzaliznytsia trains are running with delays. Among them are international and long-distance trains; railway workers are eliminating the damage.

Society • January 11, 11:20 AM • 8147 views
A real step towards salvation: Prosecutor General Kravchenko received a "golden brick" from the founder of "City of Goodness" for introducing the institution of a prosecutor for the protection of children's rightsVideo

Marta Levchenko, the founder of "City of Goodness," thanked Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko for introducing the position of a deputy specializing in the protection of children's rights. As a token of gratitude, Kravchenko received a personalized "golden brick" from the organization.

Society • December 29, 10:23 AM • 3695 views
In Bukovyna, two city council officials were notified of suspicion due to overpayment of UAH 3.5 million for road repairs

Prosecutors of the Chernivtsi Regional Prosecutor's Office and BEB detectives uncovered abuses during the procurement of landscaping services in Chernivtsi, which led to losses of UAH 3. 5 million. Two city council officials have been notified of suspicion for abuse of office.

Society • December 25, 08:13 AM • 4110 views
Bypassing Korosten: 15 trains change routes on Christmas Eve

Passenger trains are temporarily running on alternative routes, bypassing Korosten in Zhytomyr region. This will extend travel time for 14 routes, but passengers will get home before Christmas Eve.

Society • December 24, 06:43 AM • 14146 views
Freight train derailed in Zhytomyr region, several routes changed - Ukrzaliznytsia

In the Zhytomyr region, a freight train derailed, damaging the track and causing an emergency situation with passenger train No. 45/46 Kharkiv – Uzhhorod. The driver and assistant driver of the freight train, as well as one female passenger, were injured.

Society • December 22, 04:29 AM • 8425 views
Blogger from Chernivtsi received 5 years in prison for disclosing the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

A blogger from Chernivtsi was sentenced to 5 years in prison for disseminating information about the deployment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. She voiced the coordinates and published a video, despite warnings from the military.

Crimes and emergencies • December 8, 04:58 PM • 4082 views
Adjusted strikes on Chernivtsi and called for attacks on western Ukraine: SBU detained 35-year-old Russian agentPhoto

The SBU detained a 35-year-old unemployed man, who was hiding from mobilization, for adjusting missile and drone attacks on Chernivtsi and calling for new strikes on the western regions of Ukraine. Prohibited symbols and evidence of cooperation with the Russian occupiers were seized from him.

Society • December 1, 11:17 AM • 5536 views
Arson of a synagogue in Chernivtsi: police confirmed the detention of a suspect, proceedings initiatedPhoto

In Chernivtsi, a 30-year-old man was detained for committing arson in the synagogue on Yaroslava Mudroho Street. The perpetrator is registered with a specialized medical institution, and criminal proceedings have been initiated.

Society • November 28, 12:10 PM • 3685 views
In Chernivtsi, a man set fire to the Sadhora Synagogue: what is knownPhoto

In Chernivtsi, a man set fire to the Sadhora Synagogue, having entered inside when the guard went outside the gate. The police detained the offender, who a month ago tried to set fire to a local church and, according to preliminary data, is mentally unstable.

Society • November 27, 09:18 PM • 5883 views
Not Kyiv and not Bukovel: where in Ukraine are the most expensive houses sold?

An analysis by OLX Real Estate showed that the most expensive houses in Ukraine are sold in villages in the Kyiv region, particularly in the village of Plyuty, where the median price is UAH 47. 5 million. Kyiv remains the leader among regional centers with a median price of UAH 9.6 million, while the lowest prices are recorded in Chernihiv (UAH 1 million).

Economy • November 20, 03:19 PM • 7395 views
Supplied UAVs and hundreds of cars to the occupiers: ex-governor of the Russian Federation sentenced in absentia in Chernivtsi

Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Chernivtsi sentenced in absentia the former governor of Russia's Rostov region, Vasily Golubev, to 7 years in prison. He financed the Russian army, supplied weapons, drones, and hundreds of vehicles to the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • November 13, 09:06 AM • 5445 views