Lyon
Lyon and Rhône Region Brace for ‘Hairdryer Effect’ Amid Intense Heatwave
Lyon and the Rhône region are preparing for a 'hairdryer effect' starting Tuesday, June 23, 2026, as an intense and prolonged heatwave continues....
Sophie LaurentJune 23, 2026
New Shootings in Lyon Agglomeration: One Minor Injury Reported
New shooting incidents have been reported in Lyon, Décines, and Villeurbanne since last Thursday, resulting in one person sustaining a minor injury. Authorities...
Sophie LaurentJune 23, 2026
Lyon Opens Reprieve Center for Vulnerable Amidst Heatwave
Amidst a soaring heatwave, the Rhône Prefecture has opened a gymnasium in Lyon's 2nd arrondissement to serve as a night shelter for vulnerable...
Sophie LaurentJune 23, 2026
Blind Traveler Dies After Falling onto Metro Tracks in Lyon
A blind traveler tragically died after falling onto the metro tracks in Lyon. The incident occurred on the metro line, and an investigation...
Sophie LaurentJune 23, 2026
Lyon Braces for Record-Breaking Heatwave, Temperatures Could Reach 41 Degrees
Lyon and the entire Métropole de Lyon are set for another challenging week as an exceptional heatwave continues, with temperatures expected to exceed...
Sophie LaurentJune 23, 2026
Lyon Mayor Closes ‘Anticlub’ Bar Due to Safety Violations; Court Upholds Decision
Lyon, June 21 – Mayor Grégory Doucet ordered the closure of 'l'Anticlub,' an underground concert bar in Lyon's 9th arrondissement, due to serious...
Sophie LaurentJune 22, 2026
Lyon to Host Top 14 Rugby Semi-Finals in 2028
Lyon, France – The Métropole de Lyon has been selected to host the semi-finals of the Top 14 rugby championship in May 2028...
Sophie LaurentJune 22, 2026
Lyon Bar ‘L’Anticlub’ Shut Down Due to Safety Violations, Court Upholds Decision
A popular underground concert bar in Lyon, 'L'Anticlub,' has been permanently closed by municipal order due to serious safety violations and operating without...
Sophie LaurentJune 22, 2026
New Bakery ‘Maison Deschamps’ Opens in Tassin-la-Demi-Lune After Four-Year Absence
A new bakery, Maison Deschamps, has opened its doors in the bourg of Tassin-la-Demi-Lune, Lyon, on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, ending a four-year...
Sophie LaurentJune 22, 2026
Lyon to Host Top 14 Rugby Semi-Finals in 2028
Lyon, France – The city of Lyon has been selected to host the semi-finals of the Top 14 rugby championship in May 2028....
Sophie LaurentJune 22, 2026
