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Councilwoman Cida Falabella has taken over as the head of the Municipal Culture Department of Belo Horizonte following her appointment.

A councilwoman in Belo Horizonte received death threats via email, prompting police to identify a suspect.

The wake for samba singer Adriana Araújo is taking place on Tuesday at a samba school in Belo Horizonte following her tragic death at the age of 49 due to a cerebral aneurysm.

Influencer Thiago Henrique dos Reis Pedra, known as 'Drake de BH', was arrested for possession of a firearm during a police operation in Belo Horizonte.

Samba singer Adriana Araújo has passed away at the age of 49 due to a brain aneurysm in Belo Horizonte, as announced by her social media.

The wake of Brazilian samba singer Adriana Araújo, who passed away at 49, will take place at a samba school in Belo Horizonte.

A city councilor in Belo Horizonte has filed a complaint with Brazil's Public Prosecutor's Office against Flávio Bolsonaro for early campaigning at a recent political event.

Sambista Adriana Araújo has passed away at the age of 49 in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, following complications from a cerebral aneurysm.

A car wash employee in Belo Horizonte took a vehicle without permission and was involved in an accident, prompting an investigation by the police.

Sambista Adriana Araújo is in a critical condition and in a coma due to a cerebral aneurysm she suffered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

A former employee in Belo Horizonte has had his arrest converted to preventive detention after running over the owner of a workshop during a confrontation.

Belo Horizonte will host the first regional edition of the Brazilian Forum on Sustainable Tourism on March 11 and 12, focusing on carbon neutrality and zero plastic initiatives.

The Military Police seized a significant quantity of drugs in Belo Horizonte following an anonymous tip about drug trafficking activity.

Protesters gathered in Belo Horizonte to express their opposition to President Lula and two Supreme Court ministers, seeking an amnesty for individuals convicted for actions on January 8.

Singer Adriana Araújo, a prominent figure in Minas Gerais samba, is in critical condition after suffering a brain aneurysm in Belo Horizonte.

A man tried to invade Globo's headquarters in Belo Horizonte, seeking to speak with journalist Carlos Eduardo Alvim, but was stopped by police.

Three inmates have died in less than two days at the Ceresp Gameleira prison in Belo Horizonte, with police investigating the incidents.

Judge Fábio Torres de Sousa of the Minas Gerais Court was injured when hit by a motorcycle in Belo Horizonte while dealing with a vehicle breakdown.

Belo Horizonte offers free cultural activities and outdoor spaces even on Mondays, challenging the notion of a dull start to the week.

The Vilarinho and Minas Shopping metro stations in Belo Horizonte will be closed this weekend for the installation of a new signaling system.

Heavy rainfall in Belo Horizonte led to significant damage, especially in the Vale do Jatobá neighborhood, with emergency services reporting 103.4 millimeters of rain over a short period.

This weekend's cultural agenda in Belo Horizonte includes events featuring brega music, theater performances, and a special event related to post-Carnival celebrations.

Belo Horizonte's Carnival in 2027 is scheduled from January 23 to February 14, with plans for improvements in organization outlined by city officials.

Civil Police teams from Belo Horizonte are assisting with the identification of bodies in Juiz de Fora following a landslide incident that resulted in numerous fatalities.

Three men were arrested in a police operation against drug trafficking in Contagem, Brazil, where 188 bars of marijuana were seized.

Brazilian cartoonist and writer Mario Vale has passed away at the age of 77 in Belo Horizonte, as confirmed by his son on social media.

Two men have become defendants in the case of the murder of off-duty police officer Vinícius de Castro Lima during a robbery at a car dealership in Belo Horizonte.

Belo Horizonte's Carnival reached a historical record in 2026 with 6.6 million attendees and an estimated financial movement of R$ 1.4 billion.

Two cloned, stolen trucks from Belo Horizonte were seized during a Military Police operation in Northern Minas.

Two men were shot and killed during a police operation in Greater Belo Horizonte following a reported threat against one of them.

The carnival in Belo Horizonte gained international attention as it was celebrated in the Portuguese press as inclusive and vibrant, attracting millions of attendees.

The Poços de Caldas City Hall has been awarded a quality seal in public transparency by the Tribunal de Contas do Estado de Minas Gerais during a ceremony in Belo Horizonte.

The JK Building condominium and its manager in Belo Horizonte were convicted for environmental crimes regarding cultural heritage.

The Civil Defense of Belo Horizonte has issued a strong geological risk alert for all nine regions of the city, effective until next Monday.

Emergency teams from Belo Horizonte have been deployed to assist during severe flooding in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais.

A driver was injured after an out-of-control truck crashed into a bus stop on BR-040 in Contagem, Brazil.

The weather forecast for Belo Horizonte, Brazil, on February 24, 2026, predicts temperatures ranging from 19°C to 25°C with moderate rain throughout the day.

Hearings have commenced in Belo Horizonte to determine accountability for the Brumadinho tragedy, with family members of victims present to demand justice.

The Health Department of Minas Gerais confirmed three cases of Mpox in the state, all of whom have recovered.

Belo Horizonte's carnival has grown to attract 6.5 million revelers in 2026, transforming from a relatively quiet city during the festival days into a major celebration hub in less than two decades.

A driver ran over six people outside a barbecue place in Belo Horizonte and fled the scene after the incident occurred on Sunday night.

A court in Belo Horizonte has ordered a mental health evaluation for a man accused of verbally assaulting a lesbian couple in a supermarket, pausing the related criminal proceedings.

A 12-year-old girl in Belo Horizonte was raped by a 35-year-old neighbor after attending a party where she reportedly consumed alcohol and drugs.

A single bettor from Belo Horizonte, Brazil, won over R$ 11 million in the Quina lottery with a simple R$ 3 bet.

Police are searching for a 46-year-old man who allegedly attacked his ex-wife with a chainsaw and hammer in Esmeraldas, Brazil, leaving her severely injured.

The article covers various topics from Brazil, including a Supreme Court decision affecting US-China relations, the process of milk turning into whey protein, and the carnival celebrations in São Paulo and Belo Horizonte.

Belo Horizonte will host a unique 24-hour samba and pagode event this weekend, making it a historical musical marathon.

Pedro Sampaio delivered a lively performance in downtown Belo Horizonte, celebrated for its carnival, despite the rain, featuring special guests and vibrant costumes.

Pedro Sampaio prepares to deliver a memorable performance in Belo Horizonte, embracing fans as he arrives for the event.

Pedro Sampaio paid tribute to Brazilian music icon Zeca Pagodinho by dressing up as him during a post-Carnival festival in Belo Horizonte.