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.
Iza, back to Imperatriz, celebrates return: 'I feel welcomed here'
Singer Iza returns to her roots as the queen of the bateria for Imperatriz Leopoldinense and expresses her joy and connection to the community.
Ney Matogrosso is cheered at the Imperatriz concentration: 'This is a stage 10,000 times larger'
Ney Matogrosso was celebrated by drummers upon arriving at the Imperatriz Leopoldinense's parade concentration, expressing his excitement about the performance.
PHOTOS: See the highlights from the first day of parades of the Special Group in Rio
The first night of the Special Group parades in Rio de Janeiro showcased performances from Acadêmicos de Niterói, Imperatriz Leopoldinense, Portela, and Estação Primeira de Mangueira.
Niterói, Imperatriz, Portela, and Mangueira open the first night of the Special Group
The Special Group's first night of parades features Niterói, Imperatriz, Portela, and Mangueira.
From 'Man with H' to 'Vira', understand the references to Ney Matogrosso's work in the samba of Imperatriz
The samba from Imperatriz Leopoldinense pays homage to Ney Matogrosso, incorporating direct references to his music and aesthetics in its performance during Rio's carnival.
Ney Matogrosso makes a Portela fan root for Imperatriz Leopoldinense...
Ney Matogrosso inspires the samba school's 2026 Carnaval theme, prompting fans to support Imperatriz Leopoldinense despite their allegiance to Portela.
VIDEO: First Lady of Imperatriz goes viral for entering a car in an unusual way without opening the door
The First Lady of Imperatriz, Perla Amaral, gained viral fame for a quirky video where she enters a car by performing a somersault instead of opening the door.
Ney Matogrosso is the great honoree of Imperatriz
Ney Matogrosso, the renowned Brazilian singer, will be honored by the samba school Imperatriz Leopoldinense at this year's Carnival in Rio.
Body of man with hands and feet tied found on the banks of the Tocantins River in Imperatriz
A man's body, with hands and feet bound, was discovered on the banks of the Tocantins River in Imperatriz, Brazil, raising concerns over homicide.
Federal Police executes warrant in Imperatriz during operation investigating cyberbanking frauds
The Federal Police in Brazil has launched Operation Laranja Eletrônica 4, targeting cyberbanking frauds with search warrants executed in Maranhão and São Paulo.
Iza is announced as queen of the VIP area at Sapucaí
Brazilian singer Iza will take on dual roles this Carnival, serving as both the queen of the bateria for Imperatriz Leopoldinense and as the queen of the Allegria VIP area at Sapucaí.
Body of missing young man found in shallow grave in Imperatriz, MA
The body of 18-year-old Brendo Oliveira was discovered in a shallow grave in Imperatriz, Brazil, after he went missing for nine days.
Iza says being queen of the Imperatriz is 'a much greater responsibility' than a show
Iza, the queen of the drums for Imperatriz Leopoldinense, emphasizes the unique connection and responsibility felt during carnival compared to performing on stage.
Carnival 2026: get to know the themes of the schools of the Special Group in Nova Friburgo
The Samba schools in Nova Friburgo will showcase their creativity and community engagement during Carnival 2026, with parades scheduled from February 13 to 17.
Natanzinho Lima, Pablo, Xand Avião and Claudia Leitte are confirmed attractions at Lava-Pratos in Imperatriz
The Lava-Pratos festival in Imperatriz, Brazil, will feature popular national artists and is set to take place on February 21 and 22, 2026.
Imperatriz Leopoldinense 2026: see the theme and sing the samba
The Imperatriz Leopoldinense school will unveil its theme for the 2026 carnival as 'Chameleonic', exploring themes of identity and expression.
Woman is stabbed to death after refusing to sleep with ex-partner; man was arrested in the act
A woman named Simone da Silva Santos was fatally stabbed by her ex-husband after she refused to sleep with him, leading to his immediate arrest.
VIDEO: Workers get stuck in a scaffolding during a storm with strong winds in Imperatriz
Two construction workers were rescued after becoming stranded on a scaffolding during a storm with strong winds in Imperatriz, Brazil, with no injuries reported.
Company is sentenced to compensate consumer for refrigerator damage in Imperatriz
A Maranhão court has ordered Equatorial Energia to reimburse a consumer whose refrigerator was damaged due to fluctuations in the electricity supply.