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A councilman in Petrópolis is seeking accountability from the local government over the malfunctioning automatic flood barriers designed to prevent vehicle traffic during flooding.

A councilman in Brazil is accused of causing the death of a retired fisherman after his electric bike was hit by a pickup truck.

Antônio Carlos Lima Ferreira, a long-serving councilman from Barrocas, Brazil, passed away from a heart attack after returning home from a workout.

The president of the City Council of Sobradinho, Edson Cardoso dos Santos, and six others were arrested for suspected involvement in public contract fraud during Operation Kit Dispensa.

A former politician from Ceará, known as Duca de Pacatuba, was arrested for promoting child prostitution following a conviction.

A Brazilian councilman has been fined for electoral slander after a video emerged of him insulting a political opponent while holding a pig.

A city council substitute in Brazil filed a police report after being assaulted in front of the Chamber in Nova Mutum, with the assailant being the brother-in-law of the local mayor.

Elinho Júnior, a councilman in Corumbá, Brazil, has been suspended for 45 days following an altercation where he damaged a street vendor's property.

A councilman in Radom fainted and later died after being insulted at a session, prompting Vice Mayor Marta Michalska-Wilk to address the controversy surrounding a recent commemoration event.

Sérgio Luiz Gonçalves, a councilman from Garopaba, Brazil, was arrested for violating a protective measure related to a domestic violence case on his birthday.

The police have concluded that the murder of councilman Silmar Braga in Magé was a premeditated act linked to political rivalry.

Councilman Vinícius Aith has returned to the Sorocaba Municipal Chamber following his departure from the Secretariat of Inclusion and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

A former city councilman in Lewiston, Maine, strongly opposed an ordinance that restricts city workers from collaborating with ICE during a city council meeting.

The commander of the Military Police of the Federal District defended the police's actions during the carnival, including an incident involving pepper spray used on a local councilman.

City councilman Geovane Gonçalves from Canindé, Brazil, was arrested for allegedly assaulting his partner, but was later released after a custody hearing.

A councilman from Cabaceiras do Paraguaçu in Bahia was arrested while attempting to escape over a roof, suspected of involvement in homicides and leading a criminal faction.

Councilman Diego Gomes Vieira from Praia Grande, SP, is being investigated for allegedly offering money for sexual favors from minors, despite authoring legislation aimed at protecting children from sexual violence.

A councilman in Praia Grande, São Paulo, is under investigation for allegedly offering money and gifts to teenagers in exchange for sexual favors, although his defense denies the accusations.

São José dos Campos councilman Thomaz Henrique Alves has been ordered to pay R$ 50,000 for publishing a video that simulated a bribery scenario involving a city inspector.

After councilman Chico 2000 was suspended due to corruption allegations, Fellipe Corrêa has been sworn in as his replacement in Cuiabá's City Council.

Police have stated that independent lawmaker Kang Seon-woo used a political donation of 100 million KRW received from former Seoul City Councilman Kim Kyung as a jeonse deposit, citing this as a reason for his potential arrest.

Councilman Pedro Duarte has initiated a popular lawsuit to nullify a municipal decree for the expropriation of a property in Botafogo, claiming illegality.

Councilman Eduardo Moura is facing slander and defamation accusations after being filmed making an offensive gesture behind fellow councilman Chico Kiko during a session in Recife.

Councilman Rosinaldo Bual has registered virtual attendance at the Manaus City Council sessions despite being suspended due to legal issues surrounding financial misconduct.

The councilman of Urutaí, Éder Alberto Jorge Pimenta, is facing charges for the rape of an intern within the city’s municipal chamber.

Benedito Aleixo da Silva, a councilman from Bofete, Brazil, has been arrested for sexual assault of minors, following a definitive sentencing of 22 years in prison.

The Civil Police of Pará executed a search warrant at the home of councilman Edmar Pereira Ramos, investigating alleged threats made against Mayor Eduardo Russinho.

Councilman Óscar Antonio Montilla Iriarte was shot and killed in his cheese shop in Soledad, Colombia, potentially linked to extortion activities.

Singer Ludmilla has filed a lawsuit against Manaus councilman Coronel Rosses for accusations made against her during a legislative session.

Councilman Marcelinho Legalizações was arrested during a police operation targeting a criminal network involved in insurance fraud and vehicle tampering in Pará.

A city councilman in Brazil died after being struck by an excavator operated by the municipal secretary, prompting an ongoing police investigation.

Carlos Antônio dos Santos, a beloved councilman from Anápolis, Brazil, died after being struck by a motorcycle while crossing the street.

A Brazilian court has overturned the conviction of Flávio Aparecido Peres, the former vice-mayor of Garça, who faced legal consequences for making homophobic remarks against a fellow politician.

Councilman Carlim da Feira died following a motorcycle accident in Anápolis, Goiás.

A councilman and a 17-year-old teenager were killed in a serious accident in Piauí involving a passenger car and a truck.

Councilman Thiago Gomes from Crato, Ceará, is under investigation for allegedly assaulting his ex-partner just days after their breakup.

Former councilman William Ludovico was arrested for allegedly stealing energy for over a month from a supermarket he manages in Aparecida de Goiânia, with police also investigating additional charges of threats, contempt, and resistance to authority.

Councilman Marcos Marins was involved in a car accident that resulted in his vehicle overturning while he was traveling in Nova Friburgo.

Councilman Osório Siqueira was re-elected as president of the Petrolina City Council, marking his seventh term in the position.

The Campinas City Council has approved a 45-day suspension of councilman Otto Alejandro for ethical and disciplinary infractions related to allegations of domestic violence and threats.

Councilman Rony Gabriel from Erechim confirmed he will testify to the Federal Police regarding a scheme to use influencers to attack the Central Bank on social media.

The Civil Police of Minas Gerais have indicted 18 individuals, including councilman Almir Pereira da Silva, for a criminal scheme that resulted in an estimated loss of R$ 1.16 million to the public administration in Uberaba.

Jacinto Costa Moraes, a councilman in Bom Princípio do Piauí, will serve home confinement for health reasons after being imprisoned for eight months for raping two minors.

Gilberto Almeida dos Santos, president of the Sindimoto-SP, was sentenced for assaulting councilman Lucas Pavanato during a public hearing in São Paulo.

Hélio Sousa Neto, a councilman from Balsas, MA, is wanted by police for allegedly planning the murder of Luís Carlos do Nascimento in retaliation for his brother's death.

A São Paulo court sentenced Gilberto Almeida dos Santos, president of the Motoboys Union, for assaulting councilman Lucas Pavanato during a public hearing last year.

Josiel de Jesus Arújo, a former councilman and professor, was murdered during a robbery inside a supermarket in Belém.