VIDEO: Heavy rain invades houses, knocks down trees, and causes damage in Imperatriz, MA
Heavy rains in Imperatriz, Brazil, have flooded homes and caused significant damage, including fallen trees and blocked drainage systems.
Graduate goes viral returning home through flooded street after party in MA: 'I don't belong to this street'
A pharmacy graduate in Brazil, Alisson Souza, went viral on social media for documenting his humorous struggle to return home through a flooded street after his graduation party in Imperatriz, Maranhão.
Man shot dead after leaving a party and woman injured in Imperatriz, MA
Dorian de Souza was shot dead while leaving a party in Imperatriz, Maranhão, with a woman also injured in the incident.
Imperatriz registers an average of four daily reports of violence against women
Imperatriz, Brazil, sees an average of four formal reports of violence against women each day, highlighting a growing crisis in domestic abuse cases.
Man is shot dead with 7 bullets at a gas station in Imperatriz, MA
A man named Jackson Martins Araújo dos Anjos was shot dead with seven bullets at a gas station in Imperatriz, Brazil, prompting an investigation by local police.
Man arrested after invading house and assaulting woman with protective measure in Imperatriz, MA
A man was arrested in Imperatriz, Brazil, after invading a woman's home and assaulting her, despite her having an active protective measure against him.
Two accidents involving trucks leave one dead and one woman injured in Imperatriz, MA
Two accidents involving trucks in Imperatriz, Maranhão resulted in one fatality and one injury on Tuesday, October 10.
Man is shot dead after criminals mistake him for his son in Imperatriz, police say
A 40-year-old man in Imperatriz, Brazil, was fatally shot after being mistaken for his son, who was the intended target due to alleged connections to criminal organizations.
Criminals invade home and kill young man in Imperatriz; brother was allegedly kidnapped by mistake before the crime
A 19-year-old named Pablo Alexandre de Souza was shot dead in his home in Imperatriz, Brazil, after criminals mistakenly kidnapped his brother first.
Rain raises the level of the Tocantins River and leaves residents on alert in Imperatriz
Recent rainfall has raised the water level of the Tocantins River, prompting alerts for residents in flood-prone areas of Imperatriz, Brazil.
Car overturns after hitting and killing two horses in Imperatriz, MA; driver unscathed
A car overturned after hitting two horses that were loose on the road in Imperatriz, Brazil, leading to the death of the horses but the driver escaped without injury.
Inmate who killed cellmate with hoe blows in Imperatriz prison is sentenced to 22 years in prison
A Brazilian inmate has been sentenced to 22 years for the murder of his cellmate, who he killed with a hoe during a dispute.
Federal Police arrests suspect of cryptocurrency fraud in Imperatriz during operation in Maranhão
A man was arrested in Imperatriz, Maranhão, as part of a federal investigation into electronic fraud involving cryptocurrencies and money laundering.
Young man shot while riding a bicycle to work in Imperatriz, MA
A young man, Pedro Vitor Santos da Silva, was shot dead while cycling to work in Imperatriz, Brazil, amid suspicions of gang-related violence.
Federal Revenue and Civil Police seize electronic devices in operation against tax fraud in MA
The Civil Police of Maranhão, with the support of the Federal Revenue, conducted an operation against tax fraud in Imperatriz, seizing 19 high-value electronic devices.
Two homicides recorded in Imperatriz; one of the victims was killed in front of his mother and sister
In Imperatriz, Brazil, two men were shot dead within six hours, with one victim being murdered in front of family members.
Suspect of assaulting and injuring ex-partner with a knife arrested in Imperatriz, MA
A man has been arrested in Imperatriz, Brazil, for attacking his ex-partner with a knife, leading to serious injuries.
Student shot dead inside school in Imperatriz; two suspects arrested hours after the crime
An 18-year-old student was shot and killed inside a school in Imperatriz, Brazil, and two suspects were arrested shortly after the incident.
Man arrested after setting fire to ex-partner’s house in Imperatriz; the couple's son was in the house
Remi dos Reis was arrested for arson after setting fire to his ex-partner's home in Imperatriz while she and their son were inside, causing significant damage but no injuries.
Young woman gives birth on the sidewalk of a shopping mall with the help of a civil firefighter in Imperatriz
A 22-year-old woman gave birth on the sidewalk of a shopping mall in Imperatriz, Brazil, assisted by a civil firefighter after she went into labor while waiting for identification services.
Imperatriz renews contract with carnival designer Leandro Vieira until 2027
The Imperatriz Leopoldinense samba school has confirmed the renewal of Leandro Vieira's contract as artistic director until 2027, ending speculation about his departure.
VIDEO: PRF seizes more than 100 kg of marijuana in the trunk of a vehicle on BR-010, in Imperatriz
Over 100 kilograms of marijuana were seized by the Federal Highway Police in Brazil after two drivers failed to stop for a police check.
Mother of an autistic child suspected of assaulting a principal and staff at a school in Imperatriz, MA
A mother of an autistic child is suspected of assaulting school staff after being asked to leave the classroom where she was not allowed to stay.
A car stolen from an app driver in Imperatriz was used to commit homicide
A stolen car from an app driver in Imperatriz, Brazil, was utilized by robbers to commit a homicide against a man identified as Marcelo da Silva.
Ride-hailing driver is robbed, tied up, and threatened by criminals in Imperatriz
A ride-hailing driver in Imperatriz, Brazil, was assaulted, tied up, and threatened by criminals who stole his vehicle after requesting a ride.
VIDEO: Man runs over and kills ex-girlfriend's family's dog in MA and says the target was not the animal but her
A man in Brazil ran over and killed a dog belonging to his ex-girlfriend's family, allegedly intending to target her instead.
Carnival Designer of Imperatriz and União de Maricá says he does not know which school to stay with: 'Let's talk'
Leandro Viera, the carnival designer, is undecided between remaining with Imperatriz Leopoldinense or União de Maricá for the next carnival season after both schools' performances this year.
Iza Does Not Rule Out Continuing as Queen of the Drums at Imperatriz: 'What the School Wants, I Want'
Singer Iza expresses her desire to continue as Queen of Drums at Imperatriz Leopoldinense, highlighting her gratitude for returning to her beloved school after a three-year hiatus from Carnival.
Driver has legs amputated after collision between trucks on BR-010 in Imperatriz
A driver was severely injured and had both legs amputated following a head-on collision between two trucks on BR-010 in the rural area of Imperatriz, Brazil.
Ney Matogrosso Takes Off the Mask in Documentary Focused on the Creation of the ‘Chameleonic’ Theme of Imperatriz
The documentary explores Ney Matogrosso's artistic journey and the creation of the 'Chameleonic' theme for the 2026 Carnival parade of the Imperatriz Leopoldinense samba school.
Bodies of Maranhão residents killed in bus accident in SP arrive in Maranhão
The bodies of Maranhão residents Santana Oliveira and Gonçalo Lisboa, who tragically died in a bus accident in São Paulo, have been returned to their home state for burial.
Pablo, Xand Avião, and Claudia Leitte animate Lava-Pratos in Imperatriz this weekend
The Lava-Pratos festival in Imperatriz, Brazil, will feature performances by Pablo, Xand Avião, and Claudia Leitte as part of the ongoing Carnival celebrations.
Correction: appeal from Imperatriz
G1 corrected an earlier report that claimed the Imperatriz appeal regarding issues caused by the dispersion of Acadêmicos de Niterói had been accepted, clarifying that the Liga das Escolas de Samba has only received the appeal and will announce the result later.
Imperatriz has appeal accepted for 'impacted evolution' due to the dispersion of Niterói
Imperatriz Leopoldinense filed an appeal claiming their parade was adversely affected by issues with floats from Acadêmicos de Niterói that obstructed their performance.
Three prisoners escape from prison unit in Imperatriz using 'teresa'; know who the fugitives are
Three inmates escaped from a prison unit in Imperatriz, Brazil, using improvised ropes made from bedsheets.
Variety store destroyed after being hit by fire in Imperatriz
A fire severely damaged a variety store in Imperatriz, Brazil, with no injuries reported.
Magician reveals behind-the-scenes of illusions of the Imperatriz Leopoldinense and trip to Las Vegas to create Ney Matogrosso's 'teleportation'
Felipe Barbieri, a magician from Jaú, Brazil, describes his role in creating magic illusions for the Imperatriz Leopoldinense's Carnival performance, which honored singer Ney Matogrosso.
Man stabbed after arguing with colleague over arriving late for work in Imperatriz
A workplace argument in a butcher shop in Imperatriz, Brazil, escalated into a stabbing incident, leaving one man hospitalized and the suspect on the run.
Results of the 2026 Carnival in Rio de Janeiro this Wednesday: see schedule and how to watch live
The results of the 2026 Rio de Janeiro Carnival will be announced on Wednesday, October 18, starting at 3:50 PM, with live coverage available on TV Globo and Globoplay.
Hariany says she has no regrets about her departure from Imperatriz: 'I learned the lesson'
Former reality star Hariany expresses no regrets after being removed from the Imperatriz samba school, emphasizing the learning experience from the incident.
VIDEO: Teen Who Went Viral Performing Ney Matogrosso in Bahia Parades at Rio Carnival
16-year-old Yago Savalla, who gained fame for performing Ney Matogrosso at a school event, paraded with the Imperatriz Leopoldinense at the 2026 Rio Carnival.
Imperatriz says its 'evolution was impacted' by the dispersal of Niterói and is evaluating measures
The Imperatriz Leopoldinense samba school is considering legal actions after a delayed performance due to the blocking of its parade route by floats from Acadêmicos de Niterói.
State Government holds Lava-Pratos in Imperatriz with national attractions
The Maranhão State Government is hosting the Lava-Pratos Carnival celebration in Imperatriz featuring national attractions on February 21 and 22.
State Government holds Lava-Pratos in Imperatriz with national attractions
The Maranhão State Government is organizing the Lava-Pratos festival in Imperatriz featuring a variety of national musical acts.
The Apotheosis of Ney Matogrosso
Ney Matogrosso was the highlight of the Imperatriz Leopoldinense parade during the Rio Carnival, showcasing elaborate floats and a samba theme inspired by his music.
20-meter, 4-ton Werewolf Controlled by 13 Professionals from Parintins
A giant 20-meter tall, 4-ton werewolf sculpture dazzled at the Imperatriz parade, operated by a team from Parintins.
Imperatriz and Mangueira stand out on the 1st day of the Special Group of Rio's carnival
Imperatriz Leopoldinense and Estação Primeira de Mangueira were the highlights of the first night of samba school parades in Rio de Janeiro's Special Group, celebrating Afro-Brazilian heritage.
Carnaval Designer Leandro Vieira parades with ring worn by Ney Matogrosso in historic 1976 show
Leandro Vieira, the carnaval designer for Imperatriz Leopoldinense, paraded with a ring gifted by Ney Matogrosso, who wore it during a significant performance in 1976.
Carnival 2026: Maitê Proença negotiates return to TV: 'If it's good, I'll return'
Maitê Proença, a notable Brazilian actress, is discussing the possibility of returning to television if the opportunity is appealing, following her recent performance at the Carnaval 2026 festivities.
Iza shows how to activate the serpent smoke in her costume; understand
Singer Iza demonstrates the mechanism behind her smoke-emitting serpent costume during the Imperatriz Leopoldinense parade in Brazil.