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Crime & Justice

Accused of strangling girlfriend to death goes to jury trial in Divinópolis

Cleison Alves da Silva, accused of strangling his girlfriend Tauane de Oliveira Braga, is undergoing a jury trial in Divinópolis after the crime occurred in May 2025.

Feb 27 • 14:14 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested after assaulting pregnant wife and threatening to cause a car accident to kill the family in Divinópolis

A man was arrested in Divinópolis, Brazil, for physically assaulting his pregnant wife and threatening to cause a car accident to kill his family during a dispute.

Feb 24 • 22:18 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Thieves abandon stolen car after chase and police use helicopter to find them in Divinópolis; video

Two criminals triggered a police operation involving a helicopter after stealing a car in Contagem and fleeing to Divinópolis, where they remain at large.

Feb 23 • 23:21 UTC
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National & Local

Storm and temperature drop mark the week in Divinópolis and region

This week, storms and a drop in temperature are expected in the Central-West region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, influenced by cold fronts from the Southeast coast.

Feb 23 • 20:57 UTC
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National & Local

Motorcyclist loses control in curve, hits sign and dies on BR-494

A 46-year-old motorcyclist died in an accident on BR-494 in Divinópolis, Brazil, after losing control and colliding with a signpost.

Feb 23 • 12:09 UTC
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National & Local

Day of the General Services Assistant: women share challenges and achievements in their work routine

On the Day of the General Services Assistant, women share their experiences and the vital role they play in maintaining cleanliness in schools, hospitals, and businesses in Brazil.

Feb 22 • 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

Journalist and broadcaster Jota Batista, a reference in police journalism in Divinópolis, dies at 75

Jota Batista, a prominent figure in police journalism in Divinópolis, Brazil, has passed away at the age of 75.

Feb 21 • 15:12 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: Pickup Truck 'Swallowed' after Hitting the Rear of a Parked Truck in Divinópolis

A 43-year-old driver was trapped in the wreckage after his pickup truck crashed into the rear of a parked truck in Divinópolis, leaving him and two passengers injured.

Feb 19 • 19:58 UTC
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National & Local

Suspect in the murder of psychology student transferred from Divinópolis prison to BH

Ítalo da Silva, a suspect in the murder of psychology student Vanessa Lara de Oliveira Silva, has been transferred from Divinópolis prison to a facility in Belo Horizonte.

Feb 19 • 14:27 UTC
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National & Local

46-Year-Old Woman Killed in Accident Crossing MG-050 in Divinópolis

A 46-year-old woman was killed after being hit by a car while crossing the MG-050 road in Divinópolis.

Feb 16 • 14:36 UTC
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National & Local

'Cãominhada' gathers guardians and pets at Parque da Ilha in Divinópolis; see how to participate

The 'Cãominhada' event will take place in Divinópolis on February 22, bringing together pet guardians and their dogs for a day focused on community engagement and responsible pet care.

Feb 15 • 14:21 UTC
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National & Local

Gravatá Municipal Theater to undergo revitalization in Divinópolis; see the changes

The Gravatá Municipal Theater in Divinópolis will undergo renovations aimed at modernizing the cultural space and improving accessibility.

Feb 15 • 12:38 UTC
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National & Local

Mayor of Divinópolis publishes video comparing gorilla buttocks to black man's lips, deletes content and apologizes

The mayor of Divinópolis, Gleidson Azevedo, faced backlash after posting a video that compared a gorilla's buttocks to the lips of a black man, which he later deleted and apologized for.

Feb 13 • 22:18 UTC
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National & Local

Accident between car and motorcycle kills motorcyclist and leaves two people injured on BR-494

A motorcyclist was killed and two others injured in a collision between a motorcycle and a car on BR-494 in Divinópolis, Brazil.

Feb 13 • 13:25 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival 2026: see what opens and what closes in Divinópolis

The article outlines the operational changes in Divinópolis during Carnival 2026, detailing which public services and businesses will be open or closed.

Feb 12 • 09:01 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police corruption and money laundering: warrants executed in Divinópolis and Oliveira

Operation 'Blackout' targets a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking, money laundering, gun possession, and police corruption in Divinópolis and Oliveira, Brazil.

Feb 10 • 15:32 UTC
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National & Local

Divinópolis Regional Hospital inaugurated after 16 years of construction, but the forecast for patient care is for the second half of the year

The Divinópolis Regional Hospital has been inaugurated but will only begin patient care in the second semester of 2026 due to ongoing equipment acquisition and staff training.

Feb 10 • 14:31 UTC
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National & Local

Cold front with rain persists, but weekend will be sunny in Divinópolis and region

A cold front causing heavy rains in Divinópolis and the surrounding area will dissipate by Thursday, allowing for sunny weather over the weekend.

Feb 9 • 19:06 UTC
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National & Local

Goiás, Pernambuco, and MG-050 Streets Lead Traffic Accidents in Divinópolis; See Ranking

The streets Goiás and Pernambuco, along with MG-050, recorded the highest number of accidents in Divinópolis in 2025, as reported by the State Secretariat of Justice and Public Safety (Sejusp).

Feb 8 • 11:31 UTC
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National & Local

Poet Adélia Prado Discharged from Hospital and Begins Recovery at Home in Divinópolis

Brazilian poet Adélia Prado has been discharged from the hospital after recovering from fractures sustained in a fall at home.

Feb 7 • 23:01 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Map of sexual crimes: how, when, and where sexual violence occurs in Divinópolis

In 2025, Divinópolis recorded an average of one rape case every two weeks, totaling 22 sexual crimes for the year, with a troubling pattern showing most incidents occurring at home, committed by family members during the afternoon and midnight.

Feb 6 • 13:48 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Former supermarket employee convicted of discrimination says homophobic and humiliating comments marked routine in MG

Fernando Paixão, a former assistant manager, reported being subjected to humiliating and homophobic comments from colleagues and superiors, which contributed to a hostile work environment leading to a discrimination lawsuit against a supermarket in Divinópolis.

Feb 6 • 08:01 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man and teenager suffer burns after alcohol can explodes while heating meal in Divinópolis

A 15-year-old and a 56-year-old man were injured after an alcohol can exploded while attempting to heat a meal in Divinópolis, causing second-degree burns.

Feb 5 • 20:07 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Group diverted R$ 1 million from electronic payment company through frauds, says police

A police operation aimed at dismantling a group suspected of electronic fraud and money laundering led to the seizure of evidence and an estimated loss of over R$ 1 million to a payment institution.

Feb 5 • 19:23 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Couple arrested in hotel in MG with 400 packages of 'super marijuana' and other drugs from Paraguay

A couple was arrested in a hotel in Divinópolis, Brazil, with nearly 400 packages of marijuana and skank, valued at around R$ 4 million and brought from Paraguay.

Feb 5 • 12:17 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Ex-supermarket employee victim of homophobia was also forced to pray at work despite not practicing religion

A former supermarket assistant manager in Divinópolis was compelled to lead prayers at work, violating his religious freedom, leading to a court ruling that granted him compensation due to discriminatory practices.

Feb 5 • 07:01 UTC
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National & Local

City Hall changes rule and releases permit without firefighters' inspection in Divinópolis; understand what applies

Divinópolis City Hall has relaxed regulations by allowing the issuance of operating permits without the Fire Department's inspection for establishments with approved fire prevention projects.

Feb 4 • 12:34 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Map of Violence: See Causes, Days, and Locations of Violent Crimes Registered in Divinópolis in 2025

The crime report reveals that violent crimes in Divinópolis are predominantly committed at night, particularly peaking on Wednesdays and Thursdays, often involving firearms and cash.

Feb 4 • 10:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Supermarket records employee's sexual orientation and is convicted of homophobia in MG: 'Gay', wrote HR

A supermarket in Divinópolis, Minas Gerais, has been ordered by a labor court to pay R$ 15,000 in moral damages to a former employee after HR recorded the term 'gay' in his employee file.

Feb 4 • 08:03 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Almost a thousand electronic cigarettes of illegal origin seized in Divinópolis

The Military Police seized 984 illegal electronic cigarettes from a home store in Divinópolis, leading to the arrest of a 25-year-old man for smuggling and evasion.

Feb 3 • 14:56 UTC
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Life & Tech

Marani Maru: AI-created pop singer launches Carnival-inspired album

Virtual singer Marani Maru, entirely created by artificial intelligence, released a new album dedicated to Brazilian Carnival on January 29, developed by Rodrigo Ribeiro from Divinópolis, Minas Gerais.

Feb 3 • 08:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

Adélia Prado shows clinical improvement and ends cycle of antibiotics, says hospital

Brazilian writer and poet Adélia Prado has shown stable clinical improvement and has completed her course of antibiotics for a urinary tract infection, according to a report from the São Judas Tadeu Hospital in Divinópolis.

Feb 2 • 22:47 UTC
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National & Local

First week of February has storm warning and cold front in Divinópolis and region

The first week of February in Divinópolis and the Central-West of Minas Gerais is marked by storm warnings and a significant drop in temperature due to a cold front from southern Brazil.

Feb 2 • 19:47 UTC
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National & Local

TV Integração de Divinópolis live: watch the news broadcasts

TV Integração is offering live news broadcasts for viewers in Divinópolis and the surrounding region.

Feb 2 • 11:43 UTC

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