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National & Local

Alagoas has red alert for rain: see cities at risk and recommendations

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall across Alagoas, with specific warnings for several cities including Piranhas and Maceió.

Mar 2 • 19:16 UTC
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National & Local

Alagoas has 2,115 job openings this week; see the opportunities

Sine Alagoas announced 2,115 job openings across various sectors in Alagoas this week.

Mar 2 • 15:58 UTC
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National & Local

Maceió Bet Hits the Quina, Wins R$38 Thousand, and Mega Accumulates; See Value

A bet from Maceió won R$38,181.97 by hitting the quina in the Mega-Sena lottery, while the Mega-Sena prize has accumulated for the next draw.

Mar 2 • 13:15 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspect of trafficking arrested with weapon, ammunition, and about 3kg of marijuana in Maceió

A drug trafficking suspect was arrested in Maceió after police found a significant amount of marijuana and a firearm at his residence.

Mar 2 • 11:54 UTC
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National & Local

Chico Filho highlights the Chamber's initiatives as innovative and close to the people

Chico Filho, president of the Maceió City Council, emphasizes innovative initiatives aimed at bringing the legislative power closer to the public during the opening of the legislative year 2026.

Feb 27 • 20:08 UTC
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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
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National & Local

Councilors defend sustainability and environmental protection in Maceió

Council members in Maceió emphasize the importance of environmental sustainability and proper waste disposal during a municipal session.

Feb 27 • 20:00 UTC
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National & Local

President Chico Filho determines recertification of employees at the City Council

Chico Filho, the President of the Municipal Chamber of Maceió, has mandated a general recertification of all permanent and commissioned employees in the Legislature to enhance transparency and efficiency.

Feb 27 • 19:47 UTC
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National & Local

Maceió Chamber Begins Legislative Year with Innovative Actions

The Municipal Chamber of Maceió has initiated the 2026 legislative year with commitments aimed at enhancing community engagement and ensuring responsible governance.

Feb 27 • 19:41 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested on suspicion of pushing woman from moving car in Rio Largo

A man has been arrested for allegedly pushing a woman out of a moving vehicle in Rio Largo, Brazil, resulting in serious injuries.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival 2026: see the schedule for the samba school parades in Maceió

Maceió will host samba school parades on February 28 and March 1, 2026, at Ponta Verde beach, showcasing local traditions and culture in a free outdoor event.

Feb 26 • 19:32 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police disables clandestine weight loss pen factory and arrests suspect in Maceió; VIDEO

Authorities in Maceió, Brazil, have shut down an illegal factory producing counterfeit weight loss pens and arrested a suspect with a criminal history.

Feb 26 • 09:33 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Stepmother sentenced to over 17 years for throwing stepson from the 4th floor in Maceió

A woman has been sentenced to over 17 years in prison for the attempted murder of her six-year-old stepson in Maceió, Brazil, after throwing him from a fourth-floor window.

Feb 25 • 21:18 UTC
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National & Local

DPU summons 257 students who did not request compensation in Braskem case; see

The Brazilian government agency DPU has summoned students eligible for compensation related to the Braskem case who have not yet filed their requests.

Feb 25 • 14:46 UTC
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National & Local

IPTU 2026 in Maceió: 10% discount for payment until Friday (27)

Residents of Maceió have until this Friday to benefit from a 10% discount on the 2026 Urban Property Tax (IPTU) if paid in a single installment.

Feb 24 • 20:31 UTC
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National & Local

Procon Maceió conducts research on the basic food basket, highlighting price variations; see which items

Procon Maceió has released a report detailing significant price variations in staple food items, urging consumers to compare prices before purchasing.

Feb 24 • 15:47 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
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Crime & Justice

Four homicide suspects are arrested in Maceió after posting armed videos inside a car

Four suspects involved in a homicide in Maceió were arrested after displaying weapons in videos on social media.

Feb 24 • 10:56 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: security images capture the start of the fire in the sculpture 'O Boi', in Maceió

Security footage shows the moment the sculpture 'O Boi' catches fire in Maceió, leading to partial destruction of the artwork.

Feb 24 • 09:48 UTC
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National & Local

Sanitary Surveillance shuts down Fish Scale in Ponta Verde due to rust and dirt

The Fish Scale in Ponta Verde, Maceió, was closed by the Sanitary Surveillance due to significant rust, dirt, and unsanitary conditions posing health risks.

Feb 23 • 19:51 UTC
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National & Local

Operation seizes 277 wild birds in markets and captivity in Arapiraca and Maceió

The Brazilian Environmental Police seized 277 wild birds during an operation targeting illegal wildlife trade in Arapiraca and Maceió.

Feb 23 • 18:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

25-year-old man shot dead with about 20 bullets in Ouro Preto, Maceió

A 25-year-old man was shot approximately 20 times in the Ouro Preto neighborhood of Maceió, with no arrests reported.

Feb 23 • 11:04 UTC
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National & Local

Police arrest two men in Maceió with 17 kg of crab claws during the animal's protection period

Two men were arrested in Maceió, Brazil, for illegal fishing during the protection period of the crab species, and over 17 kg of crab claws were seized.

Feb 23 • 09:12 UTC
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National & Local

Almost 3% of lung cancer deaths in Maceió are linked to pollution, study shows

A study estimates that nearly 3% of lung cancer deaths in Maceió are associated with air pollution.

Feb 20 • 20:54 UTC
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National & Local

Get to know the story of Gaviões da Pajuçara, which arrives at the 25th parade at the carnival in Maceió

The Gaviões da Pajuçara samba school is set to celebrate its 25th parade in the upcoming Maceió carnival, highlighting its tradition and resilience.

Feb 20 • 19:04 UTC
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National & Local

Judge decides that Collor's luxury apartment in Maceió must go to auction to pay labor debt

A Brazilian judge has ordered the luxury apartment of former president Fernando Collor to be auctioned to satisfy a labor debt of R$ 264,000, with the property valued at R$ 9 million.

Feb 20 • 16:05 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspects of killing a driver in Maceió are arrested; police say he was ambushed during a meeting

Three suspects involved in the death of a rideshare driver in Maceió have been arrested, with police stating he was ambushed during a date.

Feb 20 • 10:13 UTC
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National & Local

Truck rolls over, catches fire, and leaves two dead on Rota do Mar, in Maceió; VIDEO

A truck accident on Rota do Mar in Maceió, Brazil, resulted in two fatalities and significant traffic disruption after the vehicle caught fire.

Feb 19 • 21:53 UTC
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National & Local

What to do in Maceió: agenda includes parties, book launch, and Carnival hangover

Maceió's cultural agenda features post-Carnival parties, themed events, and a book launch.

Feb 19 • 19:25 UTC
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National & Local

Anthony Gabriel arrived dead at UPA of Jacintinho and had signs of sexual abuse, informs Sesau

A five-year-old boy, Anthony Gabriel, was found dead with signs of possible sexual abuse after being retrieved from a stream in Maceió, Brazil.

Feb 19 • 14:08 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Autistic child dies after being found floating in a stream in Maceió; there are suspicions of sexual abuse

A five-year-old autistic child named Anthony Gabriel died after being found floating in a stream in Maceió, with suspicions of sexual abuse.

Feb 19 • 10:54 UTC
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National & Local

Truck collides with post, splits it in half and leaves part of Av. Menino Marcelo without electricity

A truck crashed into a post in Maceió, Brazil, causing power outages on part of Av. Menino Marcelo after the post was split in half.

Feb 19 • 09:23 UTC
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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
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National & Local

Maceió: delegate says that threats led to domestic violence crimes during Carnival

In Maceió, over half of the domestic violence cases reported during Carnival were categorized as threats, indicating a proactive response from women against potential escalations of violence.

Feb 18 • 20:21 UTC
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National & Local

63-year-old man suffers electric shock, falls, and dies while working in Maceió

A 63-year-old man has died after suffering an electric shock and falling from a height of about five meters while working in Maceió.

Feb 18 • 19:31 UTC
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National & Local

Eraldo Ferraz: who is the standard bearer of Pinto da Madrugada in Maceió

Eraldo Ferraz, a university professor and frevo enthusiast, has become a prominent symbol of Maceió's Carnival as the standard bearer of the Pinto da Madrugada bloc.

Feb 17 • 18:58 UTC
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National & Local

Bobo's Block resists ground sinking and maintains tradition in Maceió

The Bobo's Block, a traditional carnival group from Maceió, continues to thrive as a symbol of cultural resistance despite challenges like ground sinking in their neighborhood.

Feb 17 • 17:32 UTC
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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
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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
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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
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National & Local

Jaraguá hosts blocks and shows this Monday and Tuesday of Carnival; see the schedule

Jaraguá in Maceió will celebrate Carnival with a series of cultural events, including parades and concerts organized by the city government.

Feb 16 • 13:52 UTC
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National & Local

Fire hits house and man needs to be rescued in Prado, Maceió; VIDEO

A fire in a house in the Prado neighborhood of Maceió required firefighters to rescue a 28-year-old man who suffered smoke inhalation.

Feb 15 • 12:54 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Inmate is murdered with a skewer in the Maximum Security Prison of Maceió

An inmate was killed with a skewer at the Maximum Security Prison in Maceió, Brazil, with reports indicating that the suspects shared a cell with the victim.

Feb 15 • 12:13 UTC
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Crime & Justice

After leaving prison, man is arrested for punching a police car, insulting, and threatening officers in Maceió: 'I want to shoot'

A man recently released from prison was arrested in Maceió for assaulting a police vehicle and threatening officers shortly after his release.

Feb 14 • 14:17 UTC
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National & Local

New rules for chair, beach umbrella, and jet ski rentals in Maceió; understand

The city of Maceió has implemented new regulations for beach rentals, affecting the number of beach equipment and prohibiting jet ski rentals.

Feb 13 • 21:43 UTC
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National & Local

Overcoming: Patients undergoing cancer treatment find strength in their passion for Flamengo

Two friends undergoing leukemia treatment at a Maceió hospital bond over their shared passion for Flamengo football club, which has provided them with hope and strength during their battle with cancer.

Feb 13 • 18:56 UTC
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National & Local

Parties, children's shows, and cinema: check the cultural agenda of g1 AL

G1 AL presents its cultural agenda for the weekend, featuring free family events, celebrations of Brazilian pop diva Pabllo Vittar, and various music genres leading up to Carnival.

Feb 13 • 18:34 UTC
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Crime & Justice

VIDEO: man is assaulted in supermarket in Maceió; security guard is suspect and allegedly used brass knuckles

A 51-year-old man was assaulted by a security guard using brass knuckles at a supermarket in Maceió, Brazil, leading to serious injuries.

Feb 13 • 12:37 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Young man is killed in Jacintinho, and he is suspected to have been confused with a gang member

A 19-year-old man, José Tiago Chagas Bezerra, was killed in Maceió, Brazil, with suspicions that he was mistakenly identified as a gang member.

Feb 12 • 13:53 UTC
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National & Local

Federal Police seize 152 'weight loss pens', cell phones, and watches with suspect in Maceió

The Federal Police in Brazil seized 152 'weight loss pens' alongside other contraband items from a suspect in Maceió.

Feb 12 • 12:22 UTC

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