Video shows the moment when water flows again in a river in Piauí after 8 months of drought
A video captures the return of water to the Boa Vista River in Piauí after an eight-month drought, bringing relief to local communities and agriculture.
1.5m Snake Rescued After Entering Car Engine in Piauí
A 1.5-meter snake was safely rescued after entering the engine of a car in Campo Maior, Piauí.
More than 10 goats are attacked by dogs in the rural area of a city in Piauí
More than 10 goats were attacked by dogs in a rural property in Beneditinos, Piauí, resulting in several fatalities and injuries.
15 families are left homeless after heavy rains in a city in Piauí
Heavy rains have left at least 15 families homeless in Fronteiras, Piauí, after flooding inundated homes and affected rural areas and public buildings.
Reservoir that was dry for 7 months fills up after 75 mm of rain in the interior of Piauí
The Tamboril reservoir in Marcolândia, Piauí, has filled up after receiving 75 mm of rain, marking the end of a seven-month dry period.
IPVA for people with disabilities: governor of PI announces bill that expands exemption
The Governor of Piauí has announced a bill to expand the IPVA exemption for vehicles owned by individuals with severe disabilities and autism, effective from 2027 if approved.
Owner of beverage depot arrested: ex-employee may have facilitated theft of over 100 crates of beer in PI
A beverage depot owner was arrested on suspicion of receiving stolen goods after over 100 crates of beer were reported stolen from a supermarket in Parnaíba, Piauí.
Sun-dried meat and capote: explore dishes that are part of the memory of Piauí
The article discusses traditional dishes of Piauí, Brazil, highlighting sun-dried meat and capote and their cultural significance.
Fake consortium seller suspected of scamming in PI and other states is arrested in DF
A businessman suspected of scamming in Piauí, Amapá, Maranhão, Roraima, and Goiás was arrested in the Federal District for fraud in car financing and consortium sales.
Porter dies after losing control of motorcycle on highway in Piauí
A 39-year-old man tragically died after losing control of his motorcycle on a highway in Piauí, Brazil.
Truck gets stuck after wooden bridge partially collapses in northern PI; section closed
A truck became trapped on a wooden bridge in Piripiri, northern Piauí, after the structure partially collapsed, leading to the closure of the section by the Federal Highway Police (PRF).
Inmet issues red alert for heavy rains for more than 100 cities in PI
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall affecting over 100 municipalities in the state of Piauí, Brazil.
Rains in Piauí destroy crops, break roads, and interrupt classes; see the damage
Heavy rains in southern Piauí have caused significant damage to crops, roads, and educational institutions.
Elderly woman dies after suffering electric shock in her backyard in Itaueira, South Piauí
Marina de Sousa Máximo, a 78-year-old woman, died after an electric shock in her backyard while picking fruits in Itaueira, Brazil.
18-year-old dies shot after leaving a party in Floriano, South Piauí
An 18-year-old man named Landerson de Sousa Alves was shot and killed after leaving a reggae party in Floriano, South Piauí.
Mocambinho Bridge will have roadblocks for maintenance; see the schedule
The Leonel Brizola Bridge, known as the Mocambinho Bridge, will experience temporary traffic changes from February 28 to March 3, 2026, in North Teresina, Brazil.
Part of bridge collapses after heavy rains in Southern Piauí
A portion of the bridge over the Fundo River collapsed following heavy rains in Riacho Frio, Southern Piauí, which have caused damage in at least five cities.
Rain causes flooding, collapses walls of houses and leaves families homeless in the extreme south of PI; see damage by city
Heavy rainfall in the extreme south of Piauí, Brazil, has led to flooding, collapsing walls of houses, and leaving several families homeless across at least five cities.
Loan shark is arrested in CE after ordering two gun attacks against family's house in PI for debt collection
A 24-year-old loan shark was arrested in Fortaleza for threatening a family in Teresina and ordering gun attacks on their home due to unpaid debt.
Health Secretary of a city in PI and six others injured after car overturns on BR-343
Seven people, including the municipal health secretary, were injured when a vehicle from the Amarante Health Department overturned on BR-343 due to heavy rain.
Piauí stands out in global forum with titling of 10 thousand rural families in 2 years
Piauí has gained global attention for titling over 10,000 rural families in two years as highlighted at the International Conference on Agrarian Reform and Rural Development in Colombia.
Household income per capita reaches R$ 1,500 in Piauí; 9th lowest in the country, says IBGE
Piauí's per capita household income stands at R$ 1,546, significantly lower than the national average, making it the 9th lowest in Brazil.
Government of Piauí inaugurates cultural space in Anísio de Abreu
The Government of Piauí has inaugurated the Tamanduá Izabel Maria dos Santos Cultural Space in Anísio de Abreu, transforming an old public jail into a community cultural center.
Palmeirais receives 55 paved streets and R$ 100,000 in credit for producers
The municipality of Palmeirais in Piauí, Brazil, has inaugurated the paving of 55 streets and announced R$ 100,000 in credit for local entrepreneurs and farmers.
Bahia driver injured after truck overturns in Piauí; highway is closed
A truck driver from Bahia was injured after losing control of his vehicle and overturning on a highway in Piauí, resulting in road closure due to fuel leakage.
Teresina has a severe rain alert for the weekend; Civil Defense warns of risks
The Civil Defense of Piauí has issued a severe rain alert for Teresina, advising residents of significant rainfall and associated risks over the weekend.
Owner of beverage depot arrested with over 100 stolen cases of beer in PI
A beverage depot owner in Parnaíba, Piauí, was arrested for receiving more than 100 cases of stolen beer from a supermarket.
Physical educators are prevented from working in gyms after the end of the agreement in Piauí and report losses
Physical educators in Piauí are unable to work in gyms due to the expiration of an agreement that allowed them time to complete necessary academic qualifications.
Prison Police Vehicle Loses Control and Capsizes in Northern Piauí
A police vehicle overturned in Northern Piauí, Brazil, leading to minor injuries among the occupants including police officers and detainees.
Homeless woman stabbed in cemetery in PI; suspect arrested trying to flee
A homeless woman was stabbed in a cemetery in Parnaíba, Piauí, with a suspect arrested while attempting to escape.
Video: Heavy rains flood cities in Piauí and Inmet maintains danger alert; see volumes
Heavy rains have caused flooding in several municipalities in Piauí, Brazil, prompting the National Institute of Meteorology to issue a danger alert for intense rainfall.
Elderly woman and 10 animals rescued from negligence in the Piauí coast
A 74-year-old woman and ten animals were rescued from a house in poor hygienic conditions in Parnaíba, Piauí, during an operation following complaints of neglect.
Fugitive convicted for drug trafficking arrested after attempting to break cellphone to destroy evidence, says police
A man wanted by the police for drug trafficking was arrested in Bonfim do Piauí after attempting to destroy evidence on his cellphone as officers arrived.
Zero IPVA for app drivers: governor of PI announces bill proposing exemption
The governor of Piauí announced a bill proposing an exemption from the vehicle ownership tax (IPVA) for app drivers in the state.
Mega-Sena: 33 bets win prizes in Piauí; see amounts
Thirty-three bets from Piauí won prizes in the Mega-Sena lottery, with one bet winning over R$ 33,000 and the jackpot escalating to R$ 145 million for the next draw.
Founder of the Arquivo Musical group dies at 68 in Teresina
Amadeu Marques Filho, a founding member of the Arquivo Musical band, passed away at the age of 68 in Teresina due to complications from Parkinson's disease.
Suspect involved in robbery homicide at eatery in Piauí is arrested; employee was tied up when shot
A 33-year-old man, suspected of participating in a robbery homicide at a diner in Piauí, was arrested after being sought for various criminal charges.
Piauí records the first fossils of pelycosaurs in South America; over 280 million years old
The first pelycosaur fossils in South America have been found in Piauí, Brazil, dated to approximately 280 million years ago.
HUT suffers from lack of professionals, shortages of supplies, and overcrowding, says Coren-PI
The Hospital de Urgência de Teresina is experiencing significant challenges related to staffing, supplies, and overcrowding as reported by the Nursing Council of Piauí following inspections.
Church is broken into and robbed in Piauí; police recover items and investigate receipt
The Church of Conceição in Oeiras, Piauí, was broken into and two sound boxes were stolen, but police recovered them soon after and are investigating the suspect.
Piauí highlights culture, nature, and cuisine at the Lisbon Tourism Fair
Piauí is showcasing its culture, nature, and cuisine at the Lisbon Tourism Fair, attracting significant attention from travel professionals.
Piauí expands video monitoring system with smart totem at Estaiada Bridge
The government of Piauí inaugurated a smart totem integrated with an AI video surveillance system to enhance public safety at the Estaiada Bridge in Teresina.
Sierra de Santo Antônio Park in Campo Maior is a highlight of ecotourism in Brazil
The Serra de Santo Antônio State Park in Piauí emerges as a significant ecotourism destination in Brazil, featuring extensive eco-trails and a challenging staircase to its cultural and religious symbol.
Piauí Institute of Technology begins the academic year for higher AI courses in Teresina
The Piauí Institute of Technology has commenced the academic year for higher education courses in Artificial Intelligence, offering 120 spots across four classes in Teresina.
'Lack of security and poor conditions': CRM inspects Areolino de Abreu Hospital after patient is killed
The regional medical council conducted an inspection at Areolino de Abreu Hospital following a fatal incident, uncovering significant security and structural deficiencies.
PI government authorizes more than R$ 7.6 million for paving in Demerval Lobão
The government of Piauí has allocated over R$ 7.6 million for urban mobility improvements in Demerval Lobão, focusing primarily on paving works.
Civil Defense issues orange alert for heavy rains across Piauí until Friday (27); see forecast
An orange alert for heavy rains has been issued for the entire Piauí state in Brazil, warning residents of potential hazards until Friday night.
Elderly man sentenced to 12 years for assaulting a vulnerable person is arrested on the coast of Piauí
A 60-year-old man was arrested in Parnaíba, Piauí, after being sentenced to 12 years for the crime of sexual assault against a vulnerable person.
Businessman suspected of participating in whiskey cargo theft valued at R$ 1 million arrested in Teresina
A businessman suspected of leading cargo thefts in Piauí and neighboring states has been arrested in Teresina.
New values for medical and psychological exams for driver's license in Piauí; check it out
The state of Piauí in Brazil has set new limits for the fees charged for medical and psychological exams required for obtaining a driver's license, with a cap of R$ 180 implemented by the Departamento Estadual de Trânsito (Detran-PI).