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National & Local

Fire in garage destroys two cars and affects commerce in Cuiabá (MT)

A fire in Cuiabá, Brazil, destroyed two vehicles and damaged a food product store, but no injuries were reported.

Mar 22 • 18:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: driver loses control of the steering wheel and flips car in Cuiabá

A driver lost control of her vehicle and flipped it over in Cuiabá, Brazil, in the morning hours of Friday.

Mar 21 • 21:39 UTC
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National & Local

World Water Day: Cuiabá museum will have free programming with workshops and discussion circles

To celebrate World Water Day, the Museum of Natural History in Cuiabá will host free events aimed at environmental awareness.

Mar 21 • 15:56 UTC
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National & Local

Health initiative for women takes place in Cuiabá this Saturday (21)

A health event focusing on women's health will occur in Cuiabá, Brazil, offering various medical services to address the backlog in specialized care.

Mar 21 • 11:14 UTC
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National & Local

The busiest commercial street in Cuiabá will be closed for drainage works starting this Saturday (21)

Rua 13 de Junho in Cuiabá will be closed for drainage works starting Saturday, affecting traffic and requiring the public to seek alternative routes.

Mar 21 • 00:26 UTC
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Crime & Justice

One of the Most Wanted Gang Leaders from MT is Arrested in SC

Rafael Germano Gil dos Santos, a major gang leader from Mato Grosso, was arrested in Santa Catarina during a police operation targeting drug distribution in Cuiabá.

Mar 21 • 00:08 UTC
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National & Local

City Hall removes families from homes under construction for works in Várzea Grande

The City Hall of Várzea Grande, Brazil, has begun relocating families from residential areas to facilitate the resumption of housing constructions under the Minha Casa, Minha Vida program.

Mar 20 • 22:12 UTC
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National & Local

Unimed expands complex surgeries and performs urinary sphincter implant

The Hospital Unimed Cuiabá has performed its first artificial urinary sphincter implant, enhancing the range of specialized urological procedures available to patients.

Mar 20 • 21:41 UTC
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National & Local

Bus hits ambulance and leaves three injured on highway in Cuiabá

Three people were injured when a bus collided with the rear of an ambulance on BR-364 in Cuiabá.

Mar 20 • 21:33 UTC
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National & Local

Mother reunites with three-year-old daughter after 3 months without contact following father's refusal to return her in MT

A 23-year-old mother has reunited with her three-year-old daughter after a three-month struggle to get her back from the father, who refused to return the child in Cuiabá, Brazil.

Mar 20 • 20:39 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Members of criminal faction convicted for charging 'water fee' from merchants in MT

Two members of a criminal faction were convicted of extorting merchants by charging an illegal 'water fee' in Brazil's Mato Grosso state, reportedly collecting over R$ 1.5 million through intimidation tactics.

Mar 20 • 20:18 UTC
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National & Local

Police catches illegal deforestation in cerrado area in rural MT

The Environmental Military Police conducted an operation against illegal deforestation in the cerrado region near Cuiabá, Brazil.

Mar 20 • 14:38 UTC
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National & Local

With blood bank on alert, hemocenters in MT receive donations this Saturday (21); see which ones

Hemocenters in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande, Brazil, are open for blood donations today due to critical shortages of certain blood types.

Mar 20 • 12:02 UTC
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National & Local

Debt of R$ 8 million: company suspends delivery of hospital supplies and impacts surgeries in Cuiabá

A hospital supply company has suspended deliveries to facilities in Cuiabá due to a debt of around R$ 8 million owed by the local government, affecting elective surgeries and emergency care.

Mar 20 • 00:47 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Trio arrested for applying bank scams on elderly with promises of basic baskets in MT

Three individuals were arrested in Várzea Grande, Brazil, for defrauding elderly people by posing as social assistance agents and offering fake basic food baskets.

Mar 19 • 19:37 UTC
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National & Local

All fuel stations in Cuiabá will have to justify high fuel prices, says Procon

All fuel stations in Cuiabá must provide explanations for recent price increases, as mandated by the local consumer protection agency Procon.

Mar 19 • 18:28 UTC
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National & Local

Parrot accompanies owner to police vehicle during operation against 'drug delivery' in Cuiabá

A parrot followed its owner to a police vehicle during an operation targeting a drug trafficking network in Cuiabá, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 20:45 UTC
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National & Local

Government increases purchase offer for Santa Casa to R$ 30 million after meeting with creditors in MT

The state government has raised its offer for the Santa Casa Hospital in Cuiabá to R$ 30 million following discussions with creditors who countered the previous offer of R$ 20 million.

Mar 18 • 20:20 UTC
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National & Local

Deadline for the R$ 130 million bidding for the construction of BRT terminals in MT is extended

The deadline for bidding on the construction of BRT terminals in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande, Brazil, has been extended to March 31, with an estimated cost of R$ 130.7 million.

Mar 18 • 19:01 UTC
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National & Local

Cuiabá announces that a building at risk of collapsing will not be demolished

The Cuiabá city government has decided not to demolish the historic building façade that housed part of the old Pepe Graphics, opting instead to preserve it as part of the city's cultural heritage.

Mar 18 • 15:49 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Fugitive for the murder of gang leader who evaded R$ 140 million is arrested in MT

A 36-year-old woman, wanted for the murder of a gang leader involved in a tax evasion case, was arrested in Cuiabá, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 13:55 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: car knocks down pole and falls into stream after hitting motorcyclist in Cuiabá

A driver in Cuiabá collided with a motorcyclist, lost control, knocked down a pole, and fell into a stream; both involved were taken to the hospital, but none sustained serious injuries.

Mar 17 • 20:46 UTC
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National & Local

Cuiabans spend 52% of their salary on food each month

Residents of Cuiabá allocate 52.9% of their salary to food expenses according to a recent survey by Conab and Dieese.

Mar 17 • 19:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested for breaking protective order and sharing intimate images of ex in MT

A 46-year-old man was arrested in Cuiabá for violating a protective order and sharing intimate videos of his ex-partner on social media.

Mar 17 • 19:30 UTC
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National & Local

Space offers job vacancies and free workshops for women in Cuiabá

A new initiative in Cuiabá, Brazil, provides job opportunities and free workshops for women, aiming to support empowerment and combat violence against women.

Mar 17 • 18:07 UTC
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National & Local

Women's Month: event offers legal guidance and health services at Praça Alencastro in Cuiabá

The event 'Força que Transforma' will take place in Cuiabá, offering free legal guidance and health services to women in celebration of Women's Month.

Mar 17 • 16:33 UTC
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National & Local

Driver is injured after crashing into a pole and falling into a stream in Cuiabá

A driver in Cuiabá was injured after losing control of his vehicle, hitting a pole, and ending up in a stream.

Mar 17 • 13:28 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspect of storing 7,000 images of child sexual exploitation is arrested in Cuiabá

A Cuiabá resident has been arrested for storing approximately 7,000 images of child sexual exploitation, including infants, prompting a police investigation focused on child pornography.

Mar 17 • 11:29 UTC
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National & Local

Armadillo emerges from clogged sewer and surprises workers during cleaning in Cuiabá; VIDEO

An armadillo unexpectedly emerged during sewer cleaning in Cuiabá, surprising local workers and highlighting ongoing sewage issues in the area.

Mar 16 • 22:22 UTC
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National & Local

Unimed Cuiabá offers 100% discount on interest and fines during Consumer Month

Unimed Cuiabá is celebrating Consumer Month by offering a campaign that allows customers to eliminate late fees and interest on debts.

Mar 16 • 19:43 UTC
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Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Teenagers are suspected of helping criminals in a robbery of a 'friend's' house in MT

Two men were arrested, and three teenagers were apprehended on suspicion of aiding a robbery in Cuiabá, Brazil.

Mar 16 • 18:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meeting discusses three purchase proposals for the Santa Casa de Cuiabá

A meeting in Cuiabá has reviewed three proposals for the purchase of the financially troubled Santa Casa hospital, which has significant labor debts exceeding R$ 47 million.

Mar 16 • 17:11 UTC
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National & Local

Court condemns school in Cuiabá for irregular offer of EJA and EaD courses and 'sale' of diplomas

The Court of Mato Grosso has ruled against the Centro Educacional Cuiabá (CEDUC) for illegally offering educational courses and selling diplomas.

Mar 16 • 17:05 UTC
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National & Local

Cuiabá registers more than 300 notifications of dengue; see how to avoid the mosquito

Cuiabá, Brazil reported 323 notifications of dengue in 2026, marking a significant decrease compared to 2025, accompanied by a notable drop in chikungunya cases as well.

Mar 15 • 17:03 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man posing as a medium is acquitted of sexual abuse charges in MT

Luiz Antônio Rodrigues da Silva, who posed as a spiritual guide, was acquitted of sexual abuse charges due to lack of evidence.

Mar 15 • 13:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Cidade Alerta' presenter falls ill live on air and faints in the studio

Haroldo Arruda, the presenter of 'Cidade Alerta,' fainted live on air during a broadcast in Cuiabá, Brazil, prompting an abrupt cut to the program.

Mar 15 • 12:07 UTC
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National & Local

Bus company is sentenced to pay R$ 10,000 to a passenger who was pinned and dragged in Cuiabá

A bus company was ordered to pay R$ 10,000 to a passenger who was injured after being caught and dragged by the bus while trying to board in Cuiabá.

Mar 14 • 22:12 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested on suspicion of raping 6 children since 1998 in MT, says Federal Police

A man has been arrested in Cuiabá, Brazil, on suspicion of sexually abusing six children since 1998 as part of a Federal Police operation.

Mar 14 • 18:20 UTC
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National & Local

Humorist Diogo Defante travels to Pantanal and enjoys lambadão in MT

Comedian Diogo Defante captivates locals in Cuiabá by dancing to traditional Lambadão music during a live band performance.

Mar 14 • 14:57 UTC
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National & Local

Animal Adoption Fair Held This Saturday (14) at Tia Nair Park in Cuiabá

An animal adoption fair will take place at Tia Nair Park in Cuiabá, featuring dogs and cats available for adoption.

Mar 13 • 21:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Renato Nery Case: Investigation Confirms Payment of R$ 215 Thousand for Lawyer's Murder in Cuiabá

The investigation into the murder of lawyer Renato Nery has traced R$ 215,000 linked to his assassination, involving complex financial transactions to obscure the funds' origin.

Mar 13 • 17:55 UTC
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Crime & Justice

What is known and what remains to be known about the man arrested on suspicion of murdering his sister after being mistakenly released from prison in MT

Marcos Pereira Soares is arrested on suspicion of murdering his 17-year-old sister shortly after being mistakenly released from prison, sparking a significant public outcry in Cuiabá, Brazil.

Mar 13 • 11:26 UTC
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National & Local

Procon-MT holds debt negotiation event in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande this Saturday (14)

The Procon-MT is organizing a debt negotiation event in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande to assist consumers in managing their debts and understanding their rights.

Mar 13 • 11:09 UTC
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National & Local

Corregedoria investigates 'human error' in the release of inmate suspected of killing his own sister after leaving prison in MT

The Mato Grosso Justice's General Inspectorate is probing a potential human error in the release of a 23-year-old inmate, who is now suspected of killing his underage sister shortly after his release.

Mar 13 • 00:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

App driver who disappeared after leaving for work is found dead in MT

An app driver named Alisson Meira da Silva, who went missing after leaving for work, has been found dead in Cuiabá, Brazil.

Mar 12 • 22:57 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man is suspected of raping and killing his sister after being mistakenly released from prison in MT

A man mistakenly released from prison is suspected of raping and killing his teenage sister in Cuiabá, Brazil.

Mar 12 • 22:33 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspect of Raping and Killing Sister in Cuiabá Had Previously Killed Aunt and Had 15 Police Records; See Chronology

Marcos Pereira Soares, a 23-year-old man, has been arrested for allegedly raping and murdering his 17-year-old sister in Cuiabá, Brazil, with a lengthy criminal history including prior murders and numerous police records.

Mar 12 • 21:31 UTC
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National & Local

MP examines the conduct of the mayor of Cuiabá after mocking school meals without sugar: 'boring rules'

The public prosecutor's office in Cuiabá is investigating local mayor Abilio Brunini for mocking school meals that lack sugar and calling health regulations 'boring.'

Mar 12 • 20:18 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspect of raping and killing sister in Cuiabá may have been released due to system error, says judge

Marcos Pereira Soares, suspected of raping and murdering his 17-year-old sister in Cuiabá, was released due to a possible clerical error in the judicial process.

Mar 12 • 17:24 UTC
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National & Local

CAC arrested suspected of domestic violence against pregnant wife in Cuiabá

A 35-year-old man registered as a Hunter, Shooter, and Collector was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence against his pregnant wife after an incident in Nova Mutum, Brazil.

Mar 12 • 16:40 UTC

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