Florianópolis 353 years: from the author who popularized witch stories to the books set in the 'Island of Magic'
Florianópolis celebrates its 353rd anniversary, with a literary focus on books inspired by the city's rich traditions and legends.
Body found on trail in Florianópolis; victim may be missing Venezuelan, say firefighters
A body was discovered on a trail in Florianópolis, believed to be that of Jonathan Manuel Zambrano Acosta, a missing Venezuelan man.
Lord of the Steps: procession gathers and moves thousands of faithful in Florianópolis; VIDEO
Thousands of faithful attended the traditional Lord of the Steps procession in Florianópolis, celebrating a historic religious event with deep local significance.
Passenger in serious condition after being stabbed inside bus in Greater Florianópolis
A passenger was seriously injured after being stabbed inside a bus in São José, Greater Florianópolis, during the evening.
VIDEOS: Jornal do Almoço Florianópolis of Friday, March 20, 2026
The article covers various news highlights from Brazil, including fuel price control measures, statements by Trump concerning Iran, cultural events, and recent deaths of notable figures.
After being acquitted in annulled trial, woman is sentenced to 26 years in prison for husband's death in SC
Camila Fernanda Franca Pereira has been sentenced to 26 years in prison for the murder of her husband, Gustavo Alberto Sagaz, in a case that has gone through multiple judicial proceedings.
Athlete runs 160 km around the island of SC and GPS forms a map of Florianópolis: 'Indescribable feeling'
An ultramarathon runner from Florianópolis completed a challenging 162.74 km journey around Santa Catarina Island in under 24 hours.
Body found in suitcase: victim lived in the same residence as the dismembered gaucha in SC, police say
The body of Alberto Pereira de Araújo was found dismembered in a suitcase in Praia do Santinho, with police investigating a potential link to the murder of Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, who lived in the same residential complex.
Venezuelan disappears after being caught heading to a dune area in Florianópolis; VIDEO
Jonathan Manuel Zambrano Acosta, a 29-year-old Venezuelan, has been missing since March 12 after being seen walking towards a dune area in Florianópolis.
SC Justice Suspends Investigation into Conduct of Former General Delegado in Orelha Case
The Justice of Santa Catarina has suspended the penal investigation into former General Delegado Ulisses Gabriel's conduct regarding the Orelha case, which involved a dog killed in Florianópolis.
Lord of the Steps: boy chooses Jesus on the way to the cross theme for his 5th birthday party
In Florianópolis, a boy named Jorge Antônio surprised his family by choosing a religious theme centered on the Lord of the Steps for his 5th birthday celebration.
VIDEOS: Journal of Lunch Florianópolis on Thursday, March 19, 2026
The report outlines issues regarding rising fuel prices, political investigations, and international relations affecting Brazil.
Family of real estate agent dismembered in SC still does not know when they can bury her, says brother
The family of Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, a real estate agent dismembered in Florianópolis, is still awaiting the return of her remains for burial, with genetic material analysis ongoing to determine details of her death.
Topázio Neto requests to leave PSD after controversy for supporting Jorginho Mello's re-election to the government
Topázio Neto, the mayor of Florianópolis, has requested to leave the PSD party following controversies over his support for Jorginho Mello's re-election.
Woman acquitted of drugging, killing husband, and throwing body in the dunes is retried in SC
A woman previously acquitted of drugging and murdering her husband is being retried in Florianópolis, Brazil, after the initial verdict was overturned.
Everything you need to know about the Cultural Marathon: how to enter shows, events, schedules, and more
The 12th Cultural Marathon in Florianópolis, Brazil, will feature 479 multicultural events starting from Friday, with notable performances by Joelma and Marisa Monte.
Dog Orelha: Court suspends criminal investigation of former police chief in the case
A court in Santa Catarina has suspended criminal investigations against former police chief Ulisses Gabriel related to the death of a community dog named Orelha.
Body found in suitcase in SC identified, and police investigate connection with dismembered gaucho's death
The body of Alberto Pereira de Araújo, found dismembered in a suitcase in Florianópolis, is being investigated for connections to the murder of Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas.
VIDEOS: Journal of Lunch Florianópolis from Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Multiple incidents of violence in Rio de Janeiro, including a police operation resulting in casualties among criminals and the arrest of a military officer suspected of murder, were reported alongside local government actions regarding tax exemption on diesel.
Arrested for killing a real estate agent from Rio Grande do Sul in SC used a false name after becoming a fugitive for homicide in SP
A suspect in the murder of a real estate agent in Santa Catarina was arrested while using a false identity and was previously a fugitive for another homicide in São Paulo.
Passenger is convicted after confusion that left bus hanging in Florianópolis; VIDEO
A passenger who threatened a bus driver with a knife, resulting in the bus losing control and hanging on a street in Florianópolis, was sentenced to five years in prison.
VIDEOS: Morning News Florianópolis Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Conflicting scores from candidates' texts have been revealed, but the responsible agency has not responded to inquiries.
Property crime: delegate details motivations for the murder and dismemberment of a woman from Rio Grande do Sul in Santa Catarina
A Brazilian delegate reveals that the murder and dismemberment of a real estate agent were motivated by a desire to seize her possessions.
Father of realtor dismembered in SC was also a victim of robbery followed by death: 'Two pains that marked our family,' brother reports
The brother of Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, a realtor found dismembered in Santa Catarina, revealed that their father was also a victim of robbery that ended in murder two decades ago.
Dog and cat of a real estate agent murdered in SC are located and will be delivered to the victim's family
The pets of real estate agent Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, who was brutally murdered in Florianópolis, have been located and will be handed over to her family.
Police investigates if there is a connection between the murder of a woman and a dismembered body found in a suitcase on a beach in Florianópolis
Authorities are investigating a potential link between the murder of a Brazilian real estate agent and a dismembered body found in a suitcase in Florianópolis.
VIDEOS: Journal of Lunch Florianópolis on Monday, March 16, 2026
The report covers key judicial, economic, and international news, including Brazil's tax declaration deadline and significant events in Iran and Cuba.
MP points out unconstitutionality and undue exercise in requesting suspension of volunteers in public security of Florianópolis
The Public Ministry of Santa Catarina has pointed out constitutional violations in a municipal law creating a community security agents program in Florianópolis, leading to a recommendation for its suspension.
72-year-old found dead at home with signs of violence in Greater Florianópolis
A 72-year-old woman was discovered dead in her home in Tijucas, Brazil, with multiple stab wounds, and the police are searching for a 33-year-old male suspect.
Death of a woman from Rio Grande do Sul in SC: see questions and answers about what happened to the dismembered real estate agent
A real estate agent from Rio Grande do Sul, Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, was murdered and dismembered in Florianópolis, Brazil, with three suspects arrested in connection to the crime, which is being investigated as a robbery followed by murder.
Investigated for corruption takes commissioned position in the SC government
João da Luz, a former municipal secretary in Florianópolis under investigation for corruption, has been appointed to a technical advisor position at the state's energy company Celesc.
Man suffers sudden illness and dies on a boat at Ilha do Campeche, in Florianópolis
A man died from a sudden health issue while on a boat at Ilha do Campeche in Florianópolis, despite the efforts of lifesavers and medical personnel.
Student caught red-handed by the Federal Police with drugs hidden in a false bottom of a suitcase at Florianópolis Airport
A 25-year-old student was caught trafficking approximately 10 kilograms of hashish hidden in a fake bottom of her suitcase at Florianópolis Airport in Brazil.
Gaucho broker reported disappointment with property manager arrested months before being murdered in SC
Real estate broker Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas expressed disappointment with the property manager of her residential complex months before her murder.
Justice prohibits arrests motivated by naturism practice at Praia da Galheta in Florianópolis; understand
The Santa Catarina Court of Justice has partially granted a preventive habeas corpus protecting naturism practitioners from police actions based solely on non-sexual nudity at Praia da Galheta.
MP recommends immediate suspension of program authorizing volunteers in public security in Florianópolis
The Public Ministry of Santa Catarina has called for the suspension of a program allowing community safety agents in Florianópolis due to complaints of unconstitutional practices.
Murder of a real estate agent from Rio Grande do Sul dismembered in Florianópolis: what is known and what remains unknown
The body of 47-year-old Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas was found dismembered, leading to the arrest of three suspects connected to her murder in Santa Catarina, Brazil.
Suspects of killing and dismembering a woman in SC used the victim's car to dispose of body parts, police say
The suspects in the murder and dismemberment of real estate agent Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas in Florianópolis reportedly used her own car to transport her remains for disposal, according to police.
Suspect of killing a real estate agent in Florianópolis was 'next-door neighbor' of the victim and wanted for robbery in SP
A 27-year-old man, arrested in connection with the murder of real estate agent Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas in Florianópolis, was revealed to be her next-door neighbor and is also wanted for a robbery in São Paulo.
VIDEOS: Journal of Lunch Florianópolis on Friday, March 13, 2026
Lula states that an advisor can only enter Brazil if Padilha is permitted entry to the US, amidst news of Bolsonaro's hospitalization and a Supreme Court ruling.
Dismembered body found is of missing realtor from Santa Catarina, police say
Police have confirmed that the dismembered body found in Major Gercino belongs to Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, a real estate agent who had been missing in Florianópolis.
Woman arrested suspected of involvement in the disappearance of a gaucha in Florianópolis
A 46-year-old woman was arrested in Florianópolis on suspicion of being involved in the disappearance of real estate agent Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas.
Anesthesiologist found dead near hospital after workday in Greater Florianópolis
A 55-year-old anesthesiologist named Júlio Maurício de Lima was found dead in São João Batista, near Florianópolis, after reportedly suffering a heart attack.
Tainhas found dead in artificial lake in Jurerê intrigue fishermen in Florianópolis
Large Atlantic mullet fish were found dead in an artificial lake in Jurerê Internacional, raising concerns among local fishermen about the impact on their catch.
In addition to errors in messages, family became suspicious of the disappearance of a woman from Rio Grande do Sul in SC after she did not congratulate her mother
The family of Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, missing in Florianópolis, became concerned after she failed to wish her mother a happy birthday and sent suspicious messages.
'She started to become monosyllabic,' says sister of missing real estate agent from SC
Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, a 47-year-old real estate agent from Santa Catarina, has been missing since September 9, with her family expressing concerns over suspicious communication from her phone.
VIDEOS: Journal of Lunch Florianópolis on Thursday, March 12, 2026
The article discusses a package announced to reduce diesel prices and other political implications in Brazil as the country heads into an election year.
Police investigate whether dismembered body found in stream belongs to missing woman from Santa Catarina
The police are investigating if a dismembered body found in Major Gercino is that of Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, a real estate agent missing from Florianópolis since Monday.
Government announces Cão Orelha decree, which toughens penalties for animal abuse
The Brazilian government has introduced a new decree imposing significantly higher fines for animal abuse, named Cão Orelha in memory of a dog that suffered fatal abuse.
Who is the missing real estate agent from Rio Grande do Sul in Florianópolis
Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, a 47-year-old real estate agent from Rio Grande do Sul, has been missing for nine days in Florianópolis, raising concerns among her family after receiving suspicious messages from her phone.