New CNH rules in RS: fees change, but second attempt free is not applied in the state
New rules for obtaining Brazil's national driver's license (CNH) have raised questions in Rio Grande do Sul, particularly regarding the fee for retesting.
Stepdaughter was visiting her bedridden father when she was shot with a shotgun, police say; stepmother is wanted in RS
A 50-year-old woman was shot dead while visiting her bedridden father in Rio Grande do Sul, with her stepmother being the primary suspect who remains at large.
Entrance to Cidade Satélite on BR-101 has Closure for Sanitation Work
The access road to Cidade Satélite in the Pitimbu neighborhood will be closed for a month due to sanitation works by the Companhia de Águas e Esgotos do Rio Grande do Norte.
Rain continues in Rio Grande do Sul and Inmet publishes warnings for wind risks of up to 100 km/h and hail
Heavy rains are affecting much of Rio Grande do Sul, with warnings issued for strong winds and possible hail.
With the presence of Flávio Bolsonaro, Álvaro Dias formalizes his affiliation to the PL
Álvaro Dias, a former mayor and candidate for the government of Rio Grande do Norte, officially joined the Liberal Party with Flávio Bolsonaro in attendance.
Ametista do Sul transforms old mines into tourist attractions and receives visitors from Brazil and abroad
Ametista do Sul, located in northern Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, has transformed old amethyst mines into tourist attractions, featuring restaurants, museums, and heated pools that attract visitors domestically and internationally.
VIDEO: Pole falls with winds of 85 km/h and wires knock down motorcyclist in RS
A powerful storm in Uruguaiana, Brazil, caused a pole to fall, knocking down a motorcyclist, though he was unharmed.
Municipalities in RS restrict services due to lack of diesel, says federation
Over 142 municipalities in Rio Grande do Sul are limiting public services due to difficulties in diesel supply, as reported by the Federation of Municipal Associations of Rio Grande do Sul (Famurs).
Can Lula intervene in the elections of Rio Grande do Sul? Understand the negotiations between PT and PDT for a single platform in the state
President Lula is exploring negotiations between his party, PT, and PDT to unify their campaigns for the upcoming elections in Rio Grande do Sul while prioritizing his re-election.
Difficulty in purchasing diesel affects public transport in cities in RS, claim municipalities; understand the scenario
Municipalities in Rio Grande do Sul are reducing public transport schedules due to difficulties in purchasing diesel fuel amid supply rationing by distributors.
Inmet warns of heavy rains in Natal and more than 150 cities in RN; see list
The Brazilian meteorological institute Inmet has issued a yellow alert for heavy rains in Natal and over 150 cities in the state of Rio Grande do Norte.
Walter Alves announces that he will remain as vice-governor until the end of his term
Walter Alves confirmed that he will continue as vice-governor of Rio Grande do Norte until December 2026, while expressing his intention to run for state deputy.
Cold front advances and is expected to cause winds of up to 100 km/h in RS this weekend
A cold front is moving toward Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, bringing warnings of heavy rain and strong winds this weekend.
Zaira Cruz Case: Public Prosecutor Appeals Decision Allowing Convicted Police Officer to Semi-open Regime and Requests Criminal Analysis
The Public Prosecutor's Office in Rio Grande do Norte has appealed a court decision permitting military police officer Pedro Inácio Araújo de Maria to serve his sentence in a semi-open regime after being convicted of the murder and rape of Zaira Cruz.
Flood risk, temperature fluctuations, and above-average rainfall in RS: find out what autumn will be like, starting today
The state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil is expected to experience above-average rainfall and fluctuating temperatures this autumn, as detailed by meteorologists from the National Institute of Meteorology.
RN Courts Orders Platform to Return 120,000 Air Miles to Fraud Victim
A court in Rio Grande do Norte has ruled that an air miles program must return 120,000 miles to a customer who was a victim of fraud.
Operation against criminal organization in Alto Oeste of RN
A police operation in Rio Grande do Norte led to the arrest of eight individuals and the apprehension of a minor suspected of being involved with a criminal organization in the Alto Oeste region.
Understand why passport issuance is suspended and there is no forecast to resume it in Rio Grande do Sul
Passport issuance and renewal are suspended in Rio Grande do Sul due to a strike by Federal Police delegates, with no timeline for resuming services.
RS hospital is sentenced for illegally charging SUS patients since 2015 and will have to refund amounts in double
The Tribunal de Justiça do Rio Grande do Sul has ruled that Hospital São João must stop illegally charging patients covered by the SUS and return double the amounts collected since 2015.
Rio Grande do Norte registers 1,900 lightning strikes in 24 hours
Rio Grande do Norte experienced 1,908 lightning strikes within 24 hours, causing damage to homes in Baraúna and Mossoró, but fortunately no injuries were reported.
Registrations for the Unified Contest of RN are open; learn how to sign up
Registrations for the Unified Public Contest of Rio Grande do Norte are now open, offering 175 immediate job vacancies in state agencies with varying initial salaries.
Saint Joseph's Day: Understand the relationship of the date with expectations of good rains in the Potiguar backcountry
In Brazil, the Day of Saint Joseph is celebrated by communities in the Potiguar backcountry, symbolizing hopes for upcoming rainfall in the arid regions.
RS has 5 pre-candidates for governor; see the party alliance framework
Five pre-candidates have emerged in Rio Grande do Sul for the upcoming gubernatorial election, highlighting the evolving party alliances.
Environmental police attacked during inspection against illegal fishing in Rio Grande
Three environmental police officers were injured after being attacked by fishermen during an inspection for illegal fishing in Rio Grande, Brazil.
MP opens procedure to investigate the rise in fuel prices in RN
The Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio Grande do Norte has initiated a procedure to investigate potential abusive practices related to the recent hikes in gasoline and diesel prices in the state.
Teachers in RN have a 5.4% salary increase approved by ALRN
The Rio Grande do Norte State Legislative Assembly approved a 5.4% salary increase for teachers and specialists in state education, linked to the national pay floor set by the federal government.
Inmet maintains alert for intense rains throughout Rio Grande do Norte
The National Institute of Meteorology has issued an alert for intense rains and possible winds in Rio Grande do Norte, affecting multiple states in the Northeast of Brazil.
Freight may rise up to 10% with the increase in diesel prices, estimated sector companies in RS
Companies in Rio Grande do Sul expect freight costs to rise by up to 10% due to increased diesel prices.
Police vehicle destroyed by fire in RN city; police investigate if fire was arson
A police vehicle in Jandaíra, Rio Grande do Norte, was destroyed by fire, prompting an investigation into whether the incident was arson.
Missing Family in Rio Grande do Sul: Mobile Phone Signal Leads Police to Focus Search in Rural Area Where Suspect Has a Farm
The search for a missing family in Gravataí, Brazil continues as authorities focus their efforts on a rural area after a mobile phone signal belonging to one of the missing individuals was detected.
Super Carioca Health Center is inaugurated in the West Zone of Rio
A new Super Carioca Health Center was inaugurated in Campo Grande, Rio de Janeiro, focusing on specialized care and rehabilitation services.
Criminal organization targeted in operation promoted raffles of weapons in RS, points to PF; 11 were arrested in the state
A criminal organization engaged in weapon raffles was targeted by Brazilian Federal Police operations in Rio Grande do Sul, leading to the arrest of 11 suspects amidst a broader crackdown on organized crime across 15 states.
Operation against illegal raffles promoted by digital influencers arrests 4 people in RN; Justice blocks R$ 14.8 million
An operation in Rio Grande do Norte led to the arrest of four individuals involved in illegal raffles promoted by digital influencers, with authorities blocking R$ 14.8 million linked to their activities.
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.
Favorable climate in the South improves grape quality and promises good wine
A favorable climate in southern Brazil is leading to a promising grape harvest, surpassing expectations and indicating potential for high-quality wine production.
Fátima Bezerra announces that she will remain in the RN government until the end of her term
The Governor of Rio Grande do Norte, Fátima Bezerra, confirmed that she will stay in office until her term ends in December, despite earlier expectations that she would leave to run for the Senate.
Gaúcha city declares a state of emergency due to 'fuel crisis'
The city of Formigueiro in Rio Grande do Sul has declared a state of emergency in response to a fuel supply crisis and rising prices.
Watch the video of emus swimming across the Rio Grande; behavior is little known
Brazilian fishermen filmed two emus swimming across the Rio Grande, showcasing a behavior that is not commonly known.
The rain has already started in Porto Alegre, and Inmet publishes warning of danger for RS; see forecast
Heavy rain is expected in Porto Alegre and throughout Rio Grande do Sul, with warnings issued by the National Meteorology Institute regarding potential severe weather conditions.
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.
Mayor's daughter is dismissed after holding secretary position for over a year in RS
Milena Laufer, the daughter of the mayor of Gramado Xavier, was dismissed from her position as Finance Secretary following concerns of nepotism raised by the Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Sul.
Community dog dies in Iguaba Grande after being injured with a knife
A community dog named Branquinha died after being found injured, suspected of having been stabbed, in Iguaba Grande, Brazil, prompting local concern and police investigation.
Do you know what despesca is? A Gaucho tradition supplies fish commerce during Holy Week
The article discusses the tradition of 'despesca' in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, highlighting its role in supplying fish for the Holy Week celebrations.
Inmet issues new alert for heavy rains across the RN this Tuesday (17)
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall across all cities in Rio Grande do Norte, predicting precipitation of 20 to 30 millimeters per hour and the possibility of strong winds.
Pilot dies in agricultural plane crash in RS
A 38-year-old pilot died after the agricultural aircraft he was flying crashed in Cruz Alta, northern Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
Senac opens more than 3,000 free spots in face-to-face and distance courses in RN
Senac RN has opened over 3,000 free spots for professional qualification courses, with registrations starting on March 17.
Check the list of required readings for the UFRGS 2027 entrance exam; new additions include Ailton Krenak and Mário de Andrade
The Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) has released its updated list of required readings for the 2027 entrance exam, featuring new authors Ailton Krenak and Mário de Andrade among others.
Marielle Case: Former Delegate Rivaldo Barbosa Leaves Prison in RN for Transfer to RJ
Former delegate Rivaldo Barbosa, convicted for his role in the Marielle Franco case, has been transferred from a federal prison in Rio Grande do Norte to a penitentiary in Rio de Janeiro.
PP-RS defines support for Luciano Zucco's PL in the State government elections
The PP in Rio Grande do Sul officially announced its support for the PL in the upcoming state government elections during a meeting on Monday.
Port of Natal: Codern publishes public competition notice with initial salaries of up to R$ 5,700
The Port of Natal has announced a public competition offering immediate job openings and additional positions for various roles, with salaries reaching up to R$ 5,700.