Tracking national news for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
National News · EconomyBari shop owner confesses to killing pensioner over €30 in illegal welfare card cash scheme. Italy's fraud crackdown reveals deadly risks for participants.
Sports · National NewsAlex Zanardi, legendary F1 driver turned Paralympic champion, has died at 60 after a six-year battle following his 2020 handbike crash. His Italian legacy endures.
Politics · National News44 years after Pio La Torre's murder, Italy's anti-mafia law faces political pressure despite recent €15M seizures. What it means for Sicily residents and investors.
National News · PoliticsTwo women caught in Naples crossfire. Rising juvenile gun crime and organized crime tension across Campania and Apulia regions in 2026.
Politics · National NewsItaly ranks 56th in global press freedom, down 7 places. New gag laws and SLAPP suits threaten journalists and your access to information.
Economy · National NewsItalian families paying 10.25% loan rates amid rising inflation and energy costs. New EU credit protections arrive in 2025. What you need to know about borrowing in Italy.
Politics · National NewsItaly's criminal prescription reform could extend trial times indefinitely. Forza Italia pushes Senate vote by summer 2026—what defendants should know.
Sports · National NewsMilan prosecutors investigate Serie A referee chief Rocchi for alleged VAR pressure. What the probe means for match integrity and Italian football fans.
Economy · National NewsNatuzzi crisis threatens 1,800 jobs in Puglia and Basilicata. Italy's government faces critical reshoring negotiations. Discover what's at stake for workers and the regional economy.