3-year-old child rescued by firefighters after disappearing in forested area in Cuiabá
A 3-year-old boy who went missing was rescued by firefighters in Cuiabá after playing near the Rio Coxipó.
VIDEO: Cuiabá broker records fire after debris hits hotel during night of attacks in Dubai
A broker from Cuiabá captured footage of a hotel on fire in Dubai after it was reportedly struck by debris from missile or drone interceptions during a coordinated military offensive involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran.
Women's Month: Krav Maga Federation offers free self-defense classes in MT; learn how to participate
In celebration of Women's Month, the South American Federation of Krav Maga is offering free self-defense classes for women in Cuiabá on March 8, International Women's Day.
Man arrested on suspicion of assaulting girlfriend in supermarket parking lot in MT
A 24-year-old man was arrested in Várzea Grande, Brazil, for allegedly assaulting his 20-year-old girlfriend in a supermarket parking lot.
Mutirão to regularize voter registration in Cuiabá: see necessary documents and how to participate
The Regional Electoral Tribunal of Mato Grosso is holding an event in Cuiabá for residents to regularize their voter registration on Saturday, where various services will be offered.
More than 15 municipalities in MT declare a state of emergency after heavy rains; see how to protect yourself
Over 15 municipalities in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil, have declared a state of emergency due to heavy rainfall recorded between January and February.
Man found dead in car after being kidnapped with his wife in MT
A 30-year-old man was found dead in Várzea Grande, Brazil, after being reportedly kidnapped with his wife.
Bus from public transport catches fire and driver controls flames in MT
A bus caught fire in Cuiabá, Brazil, but the driver managed to control the flames and ensure passenger safety without any injuries reported.
More than 100 basic food baskets seized in abandoned house in Cuiabá
Over 100 basic food baskets were seized by the Military Police from an abandoned house in Cuiabá following reports of assault and robbery against a 23-year-old man.
Happy ending: dog that waited for deceased owner at UPA reunites with family in Cuiabá
After two weeks of waiting at a hospital for his deceased owner, a dog named Zeus reunites with his family in Cuiabá, Brazil.
Mato Grosso opens more than 21,000 companies in the first 50 days of this year
Mato Grosso has seen the establishment of 21,535 companies in the first 50 days of 2026, led mainly by Cuiabá, Várzea Grande, and Sinop.
Cuiabá registers the highest rainfall volume in recent years; capital and MT remain under orange alert
Cuiabá has experienced its highest rainfall in recent years, causing the city and the state of Mato Grosso to remain under an orange alert for severe weather.
Passenger throws stones at bus after insulting driver for almost missing drop-off point in Cuiabá; Video
A passenger in Cuiabá threw stones at a bus driver after a heated argument regarding a missed drop-off point.
VIDEO: dog waits for two weeks for owner who died at UPA in Cuiabá
A loyal dog has been waiting for its deceased owner outside a healthcare unit in Cuiabá, Brazil, drawing attention from the public and animal welfare advocates.
Three people are arrested suspected of selling weapons and sending cell phones to prisons in MT
Three individuals were arrested in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande for allegedly selling firearms and smuggling cell phones into prisons during Operation Tartufo.
Woman injured in an accident on Cuiabá Avenue continues hospitalized at HMS; man discharged
A woman injured in a multi-vehicle accident in Brazil remains hospitalized, while a man involved has been discharged after receiving treatment.
Worker suffers electric shock after trying to unscrew truck wiring with a broom in MT
A 26-year-old worker in Cuiabá, Brazil, suffered an electric shock while trying to unscrew wiring from a truck using a broom handle, leading to serious injuries.
Decree allows fish trade at Feira do Praeirinho after bans in Cuiabá
Cuiabá's traditional Feira do Praeirinho can now legally sell fish after a new decree was published, setting health and safety standards for vendors.
Court rejects criminal complaint by psychologist who reported homophobia after assault in nightclub in Cuiabá
A court in Cuiabá has dismissed a criminal complaint from a psychologist who alleged homophobic assault, citing a missed legal deadline for the case to proceed.
Truck driver turns himself in to police after fatal accident on Cuiabá Avenue in Santarém
A truck driver has voluntarily reported to the police following a fatal accident involving two trucks and a passenger vehicle in Santarém, Brazil.
Two merchants are arrested and half a ton of fish is seized in Cuiabá
Two merchants in Cuiabá were arrested and approximately 500 kg of fish were seized due to illegal sales of protected species.
Driver rescued after being swept away by current and water entering car during storm in Cuiabá
A 30-year-old driver was rescued after being swept away by floodwaters during a storm in Cuiabá, Brazil.
Scam of the 'false present': 11 investigated for frauds in Cuiabá are targets of the police in SP
Eleven individuals investigated for committing the 'false present' scam online were targeted by police in São Paulo and Taboão da Serra, with losses to victims exceeding R$ 160,000.
Five families lose furniture and food after heavy storm in Cuiabá
Five families in Cuiabá lost their furniture and food supplies following a heavy storm that struck the city on Sunday night, with significant rainfall overwhelming drainage systems.
After heavy rainfall, over 100 neighborhoods in Cuiabá (MT) undergo water network maintenance
Heavy rain in Cuiabá has caused disruptions to the water supply across over 120 neighborhoods, leading to temporary outages as the water treatment facility works on repairs.
Deaths: Mother of the author of Diretas Já lived until 104 years old with faith and political participation
Maria Benedita Martins de Oliveira, known as Dona Maria, passed away at the age of 104 in Cuiabá, Brazil, remaining politically active and engaged throughout her life.
Unimed Cuiabá conducts blood glucose testing event in celebration of Purple February
Unimed Cuiabá is offering free blood glucose testing as part of the Purple February campaign to raise awareness about chronic diseases like diabetes.
19th Congress of Sintep-MT discusses challenges in education in Cuiabá
The 19th Congress of the Sindicate of Public Education Workers in Mato Grosso focuses on educational challenges and the future direction of public education in the state.
VIDEO: 'human chain' rescues motorcyclist who fell from bridge during storm in Cuiabá
Residents in Cuiabá formed a 'human chain' to rescue a motorcyclist who fell from a bridge during a storm on Sunday.
Eight neighborhoods in Cuiabá are affected by a storm, says city hall; see which ones
Heavy rains in Cuiabá affected eight neighborhoods, causing flooding and a crocodile sighting, as reported by the city hall.
VIDEO: storm floods health units and causes disruptions in Cuiabá
A heavy storm has flooded health facilities and various points in Cuiabá, Brazil, causing service disruptions but reportedly no harm to patients.
11-year-old girl missing for four days in Cuiabá
An 11-year-old girl named Maria Lúcia de Souza has been missing for four days in Cuiabá, Brazil, prompting searches by family and police authorities.
Alligator pup in creek and flooded streets: see the impacts of the storm in Cuiabá
A severe storm in Cuiabá led to flooded streets and the appearance of an alligator pup in a local creek.
Boa constrictor up to 1.5 meters rescued after 'strolling' on bike path in park in Cuiabá; VIDEO
A boa constrictor measuring up to 1.5 meters was safely rescued after being spotted on a bike path in the Mãe Bonifácia Park in Cuiabá.
Section in Serra de São Vicente (MT) will be closed for rock blasting; see times
A section of Serra de São Vicente in Brazil will be closed for two hours on Monday for rock blasting as part of road maintenance work.
Cuiabana House: deadline for appeal starts this Monday (23)
Candidates in the Casa Cuiabana housing program deemed incompatible in document analysis can start filing administrative appeals from Monday, October 23.
19-year-old suffers attempted rape at company party in MT
A 19-year-old woman reported an attempted sexual assault during her company's party in Santo Antônio do Leverger, Brazil.
Part of Avenida Prainha in Cuiabá will be closed this Saturday (21)
A section of Avenida Prainha in Cuiabá will be closed to traffic from 7 PM on Saturday due to BRT construction work.
Driver arrested transporting over 300 kg of illegal fish in Cuiabá
A 47-year-old driver was arrested in Cuiabá for transporting 340 kg of illegal fish without proper documentation.
Young woman is trapped in a manhole and is rescued by the Fire Department in Cuiabá; watch the video
A 22-year-old journalism student in Cuiabá was rescued after getting her leg stuck in a manhole while celebrating her birthday.
Two cities in Mato Grosso enter the ranking of the 50 most sought-after destinations in Brazil
Cuiabá and Chapada dos Guimarães have been named among the 50 most sought-after tourist destinations in Brazil according to a recent survey.
Two drivers die after head-on collision on MT highway
Two drivers died in a head-on collision on the BR-364 highway in Várzea Grande, Brazil, with the circumstances of the accident currently under investigation.
Tax exemption for houses on unpaved streets is approved in the Chamber of Cuiabá
The Chamber of Cuiabá unanimously approved a tax exemption for homeowners on unpaved streets, altering the municipal property tax law to provide relief to affected residents.
Operation targets addresses used as logistical support for a criminal faction in MT
The Brazilian Civil Police launched an operation targeting a criminal faction active in several cities in Mato Grosso, executing multiple arrests and search warrants.
Erosion and environmental damage: Justice suspends works at Morro de Santo Antônio (MT) after MP points out problems
Brazilian Justice has ordered the immediate halt of expansion works at Morro de Santo Antônio due to significant erosion and environmental damage reported by the Public Ministry.
Businessmen have 15 days to vacate the area of an old hospital in MT after court decision
A court in Brazil granted a 15-day notice for businessmen to vacate a site of the former Santa Tereza Hospital in Cuiabá, favoring the heirs of the property.
Justice reduces compensation to the family of one of the young people run over in front of a club in Cuiabá
A Brazilian court has reduced the compensation awarded to the family of a young man killed in a hit-and-run incident in Cuiabá by 50% due to shared fault.
Member of group that killed young Bolivian newcomer in front of his mother arrested in MT
A 19-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of Willyan Junior Rodrigues da Silva in Cuiabá, Brazil, in front of his mother, as investigations continue to track down additional suspects.
Court accepts charges against police officer arrested for shooting at app driver in MT
A Mato Grosso court has accepted charges against police officer Rennan Albuquerque de Melo, who allegedly attempted to murder an app driver in a traffic dispute.
Best Saúde offers plans with and without co-payment in Cuiabá and VG
Best Saúde introduces health plans with flexible co-payment options in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande, catering to various consumer needs for health coverage.