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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alagoas government announces public competition for Seplag with a salary of R$ 5,700

The Alagoas government has announced a public competition for the position of Public Management Specialist with a salary of R$ 5,700.

Feb 27 • 21:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alagoas records an increase in deaths from alcohol and drugs during the pandemic, study indicates

A study shows that deaths related to alcohol and drug consumption increased in Alagoas during the first three years of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Feb 27 • 21:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cultural agenda: children's show, stand-up, and festival enliven the weekend in Alagoas

G1 AL presents a cultural agenda highlighting events for children, humor fans, and rock enthusiasts in Alagoas over the weekend.

Feb 27 • 20:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: elderly man arrested in flagrant for keeping intellectually disabled son in private custody in the interior of AL

A 67-year-old man was arrested for allegedly keeping his intellectually disabled son, aged 20, in confinement and neglect in Campo Grande, Alagoas, Brazil.

Feb 27 • 13:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

11-year-old child films abuse and owner of small grocery store is arrested in Alagoas

An 11-year-old girl recorded the moment she suffered sexual abuse inside a grocery store in Alagoas, leading to the arrest of the 57-year-old owner for statutory rape.

Feb 26 • 21:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alagoas has a warning for rain showers, winds, and lightning until Sunday

The state of Alagoas is under a weather alert for rain, strong winds, and lightning due to atmospheric instability expected until Sunday.

Feb 26 • 21:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Northeast receives 700 times less resources from the Federal government than the Southeast, says governor of Alagoas

The governor of Alagoas highlighted a significant disparity in federal funding between Brazil's Northeast and Southeast regions during a recent event.

Feb 26 • 20:16 UTC
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National & Local

Bus driver involved in accident that left 16 dead in AL released from hospital but has yet to be heard, police say

The bus driver involved in a fatal accident in Alagoas that left 16 people dead has been released from the hospital but has not yet been questioned by authorities.

Feb 26 • 12:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: rain floods homes, inundates streets, and causes damage in Palmeira dos Índios, in the Alagoas interior

Heavy rain has flooded streets and homes in Palmeira dos Índios, Alagoas, causing significant damage but no reported injuries or fatalities.

Feb 26 • 11:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sisu 2026.1: check the list of selected candidates in the 2nd call of Ufal and next steps

The Universidade Federal de Alagoas has released the list of candidates selected in the second call of the Sistema de Seleção Unificado (Sisu) for 2026, totaling 9,961 candidates across various campuses.

Feb 25 • 20:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Woman arrested in AL for defrauding elderly for R$ 80 thousand

A 33-year-old woman was arrested in Igaci, Alagoas, for committing fraud against elderly individuals and money laundering, causing losses estimated over R$ 80 thousand.

Feb 25 • 19:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Gleisi's Caravan Brings Together Lira and the Calheiros Family in Alagoas

A caravan of ministers from Lula's government will unite key political rivals in Alagoas as part of a series of events promoting federal programs ahead of the upcoming election.

Feb 25 • 18:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Secretary of Health of Alagoas returns to office after decision by the STJ

The Secretary of Health in Alagoas, Gustavo Pontes de Miranda, has returned to his position following a habeas corpus granted by the Superior Court of Justice (STJ).

Feb 25 • 13:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Two Bets from Alagoas Win the Mega-Sena Prize of R$27,000

Two winning bets from Alagoas correctly guessed five numbers in the Mega-Sena lottery, collectively winning R$27,292.48 in the recent drawing.

Feb 25 • 12:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation to combat million-dollar frauds against Caixa Econômica is carried out in Alagoas

A coordinated operation in Alagoas targets a criminal organization fraudulently extracting funds from Caixa Econômica Federal.

Feb 25 • 11:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man is arrested suspected of shooting at people after argument in bar, in the interior of Alagoas

A man was arrested in Ouro Branco, Alagoas, on suspicion of attempted homicide after he returned to a bar armed and fired at several people following an argument.

Feb 25 • 11:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Born as a Fishermen's Town and Inviting with Its Natural Pools and Charming Inns

São Miguel dos Milagres is a quaint fishing village in northeastern Brazil, known for its serene beaches and natural beauty, perfect for nature lovers seeking relaxation.

Feb 25 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

20-year-old model from Alagoas walks in London Fashion Week: 'I want to represent the northeastern people'

Angel Galego, a 20-year-old model from Alagoas, showcased her talent at London Fashion Week, representing Brazilian fashion and her northeastern roots.

Feb 24 • 21:06 UTC
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National & Local

Professor Elaine Pimentel transforms research into changes in the prison system of Alagoas

Elaine Pimentel has significantly impacted the prison system in Alagoas through her academic research over nearly three decades.

Feb 24 • 19:37 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police releases image of suspect in murder of man in Farol, Maceió; VIDEO

The Civil Police of Alagoas have released an image of a suspect in the murder of Carlos Alberto Oliveira de Lima in Maceió, asking the public for assistance in identifying him.

Feb 24 • 14:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Running a red light and using a bus lane: nearly 2,000 drivers in AL had their driver's license suspended in 2025

In 2025, Alagoas saw 1,752 drivers have their National Driver's License suspended due to serious traffic violations, primarily for running red lights and driving in bus lanes.

Feb 24 • 13:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IF Baiano promotes Science and Technology Week with lectures and workshops in Alagoinhas; see programming

The Federal Institute of Bahia (IF Baiano) is hosting a National Week of Science and Technology in Alagoinhas featuring free lectures and workshops focused on various scientific and cultural topics.

Feb 24 • 13:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alagoas starts vaccination of newborns against bronchiolitis

Alagoas has begun administering the nirsevimab vaccine to newborns to provide immediate protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a leading cause of bronchiolitis in young children.

Feb 23 • 21:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mega-Sena 2975: Alagoas has 32 winning bets in the quadra; check it out

Thirty-two bets from Alagoas won in the quadra of Mega-Sena lottery draw 2975, held on Saturday night in São Paulo.

Feb 23 • 20:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Plumber kills girlfriend with hammer blow and takes his own life in Arapiraca, AL

A man killed his girlfriend in a jealous rage before committing suicide in Alagoas, Brazil.

Feb 23 • 17:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Father arrested on suspicion of raping his five-month-old daughter in Barra de Santo Antônio

A man has been arrested in Brazil on suspicion of raping his five-month-old daughter in Barra de Santo Antônio, Alagoas.

Feb 23 • 14:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See the job opportunities in 2,071 vacancies at Sine this week in AL

Sine is offering 2,071 job vacancies this week across multiple cities in Alagoas, Brazil.

Feb 23 • 14:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested on suspicion of assaulting and threatening wife, sister, mother, and daughter in Craíbas, interior of AL

A man was arrested in Craíbas, Brazil, for assaulting and threatening multiple family members, including his wife and mother, using a knife during the incidents.

Feb 23 • 12:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Husband threatens wife via audio message while she reports assault and is arrested hiding under the bed in MG

A 43-year-old man was arrested for threatening his wife over WhatsApp while she was at the police station filing a report against his earlier physical assaults.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival: HEA in Arapiraca registers 22 cases of scorpion stings; see how to prevent proliferation

The Hospital de Emergência do Agreste in Arapiraca reported 22 scorpion sting cases during Carnival amidst a significant increase in such incidents this year.

Feb 20 • 20:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unstable weather and possibility of rain; check the weather forecast in Alagoas

The weather forecast for Alagoas indicates unstable weather with varying cloud cover and chances of intermittent rain across the state this weekend.

Feb 20 • 19:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

A Arapiraca bet in the Agreste of AL hits the Mega-Sena quina; see the prize

A bet from Arapiraca won R$27,143.02 in the Mega-Sena lottery after hitting the quina in the latest draw.

Feb 20 • 13:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested suspected of double homicide in Matriz de Camaragibe, Alagoas

A man was arrested in Alagoas, Brazil, as a suspect in a double homicide that occurred in February, with the police indicating a debt collection motive and additional accomplices involved.

Feb 20 • 11:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

12-year-old child dies and another is injured after landslide in Alagoas

A 12-year-old boy named Arkillys Marques dos Santos died in a landslide in Roteiro, Alagoas, while another child was injured but has since been released from the hospital.

Feb 19 • 22:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet Alert Predicts Heavy Rain for 53 Municipalities in Alagoas; Check the List

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning for intense rainfall in 53 municipalities in Alagoas, Brazil.

Feb 19 • 20:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Check the job vacancies available this week in Alagoas

The State Department of Labor, Employment, and Qualification of Alagoas is offering over 2,000 job vacancies across various cities this week.

Feb 18 • 21:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

At risk of extinction, rare fish of 1.20 m is recorded on the coast of Alagoas; VIDEO

A critically endangered fish species, the Epinephelus itajara, was observed during a scientific dive in Coruripe, Alagoas, Brazil.

Feb 18 • 20:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PRF: AL registers one death and over 70% drop in accidents during carnival compared to 2025

Alagoas experienced a significant reduction in traffic accidents during Carnival 2026, with only one fatality and four accidents reported.

Feb 18 • 12:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

13-Year-Old Arrested After Wheelie and Attempting to Flee the Police in Tanque D'Arca

A 13-year-old was arrested in Tanque D'Arca, Alagoas, after performing wheelies on a motorcycle and trying to escape from the police.

Feb 18 • 10:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PM arrests suspect of kidnappings, murders, concealment of corpses, and drug trafficking in Alagoas

The Military Police in Brazil have arrested a man suspected of involvement in serious criminal activities, including kidnappings and drug trafficking, in Alagoas.

Feb 18 • 09:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man dies after being hit by a vehicle on BR-423 in Delmiro Gouveia

A man in his 40s died after being struck by a vehicle on BR-423 in Delmiro Gouveia, Alagoas.

Feb 17 • 18:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Child dies after drowning in pool in Northern Alagoas

A child died after drowning in a pool at a residence in Tabuba, Barra de Santo Antônio, in Northern Alagoas.

Feb 17 • 16:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Edlúcio Donato, president of Podemos in Maceió, dies in São Paulo

Edlúcio Donato, the president of Podemos in Maceió, has passed away at the age of an ongoing battle with prostate cancer.

Feb 17 • 14:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Check the weather forecast for the last days of revelry in Alagoas

The weather forecast for the final days of Carnival in Alagoas indicates cloud variation, heat, and possible brief rain showers from February 16 to February 18.

Feb 16 • 18:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From radio host to icon of Carnival in Alagoas: who was Edécio Lopes

Edécio Lopes, a renowned radio host and composer from Brazil, became a significant cultural figure in Alagoas, particularly known for his contributions to the local Carnival scene.

Feb 16 • 17:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After Itabaiana family suffers accident on AL highway, victim's body is mourned

Joseane dos Santos Fagundes, 35, who died in a car accident on AL-220 highway in São Miguel dos Campos, is being mourned in Itabaiana.

Feb 16 • 16:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Ribeirão Preto police arrest man from AL suspected of commissioned murder

A man from Alagoas was arrested in Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, in connection with commission of murders back in 2012.

Feb 16 • 14:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Car overturns and leaves one person dead and three injured in São Miguel dos Campos, AL

One person died and three others were injured in a car rollover accident in São Miguel dos Campos, Brazil.

Feb 15 • 18:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Woman arrested suspected of killing her husband and trying to fake that he committed suicide in the interior of AL

A woman in Lagoa da Canoa, Brazil, has been arrested on suspicion of murdering her husband and attempting to stage the scene as a suicide.

Feb 15 • 17:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains destroy asphalt and close part of BR-316 in Santana do Ipanema, Alagoas

Heavy rains in Santana do Ipanema, Alagoas, caused significant damage, resulting in the closure of a section of BR-316 with no reported injuries.

Feb 14 • 13:14 UTC

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