Streets of Altiplano and Miramar in João Pessoa have a new traffic scheme starting this Tuesday (3); understand
Traffic changes have been implemented in João Pessoa's Altiplano and Miramar neighborhoods to enhance road safety and reduce congestion.
Cameras capture last images of missing military police officer leaving home in João Pessoa; VIDEO
Security cameras recorded the last moments of José César, a military police officer missing since February 11, in João Pessoa, Brazil, as investigations suggest the possibility of homicide.
Bar fined and restaurants notified for environmental irregularities on the coast of João Pessoa
A bar was fined and two restaurants were notified for environmental irregularities during an inspection in João Pessoa, Brazil.
Police investigate possibility of homicide in the case of a missing military police officer in João Pessoa
The Civil Police in Brazil are investigating the disappearance of a military police officer, José César, with possible implications of homicide following the discovery of his mobile phone.
Pedras de Fogo has the highest homicide rate in the Metropolitan Region of João Pessoa
In 2025, Pedras de Fogo recorded the highest homicide rate in the Metropolitan Region of João Pessoa, with a rate of 1.05 homicides per thousand inhabitants.
Building housing Bolsa Família in João Pessoa is flooded
The building housing the Bolsa Família program in João Pessoa is flooded due to heavy rains, suspending in-person services until repairs can be made.
Heavy rains cause disruption and block roads in João Pessoa
Heavy rains in João Pessoa have led to the partial closure of a bridge and roadblocks on BR-230 due to flooding and infrastructure damage.
New monitoring radars start issuing fines this Monday (2) in Greater João Pessoa
Three new speed monitoring radars have been installed on the BR-230 between João Pessoa and Cabedelo, starting operation on Monday, with speed limits of 50 or 80 km/h.
Protesters hold demonstration against Lula and for Bolsonaro's freedom in João Pessoa
Pro-Bolsonaro demonstrators gathered in João Pessoa, Brazil, to protest against President Lula and demand freedom for former President Bolsonaro.
Understand how the Blue Zone works in João Pessoa
The Blue Zone in João Pessoa has new regulations regarding parking fees effective from October 2025.
Patient with serious ear disease reports delay for surgery at the Metropolitan Hospital in Greater João Pessoa: 'at the mercy of the public thing'
A 77-year-old woman in Brazil is facing significant delays for necessary ear surgery at the Metropolitan Hospital, a concerning situation echoing the challenges of public healthcare access.
Blue Zone on the waterfront of João Pessoa begins on three avenues starting Saturday (28), says Semob-JP
The Blue Zone parking system in João Pessoa will be expanded on three avenues starting Saturday, aiming to improve traffic flow and parking accessibility.
TCE-PB identifies irregularities in public accounts of foundation managing Metropolitan Hospital in Greater João Pessoa
The TCE-PB has uncovered multiple irregularities in the public accounts of the Foundation PB Saúde, which oversees the Metropolitan Hospital in Paraíba.
New laws create Executive Taxi and Tourism Taxi in João Pessoa; understand the rules
João Pessoa has introduced two new taxi categories, Executive Taxi and Tourism Taxi, through municipal laws aimed at regulating the taxi service.
Doctors report errors in reports at the Metropolitan Hospital in Greater João Pessoa: 'it can cause death'
Doctors at the Metropolitan Hospital in Santa Rita, Brazil, have reported significant errors in diagnostic reports, claiming that these issues may jeopardize patient safety.
More than 500 kilograms of spoiled food are seized in a supermarket in João Pessoa
Over 500 kg of food unfit for consumption were seized from a supermarket in João Pessoa due to expired products and safety violations.
Former Commander of the Municipal Guard of Bayeux is arrested after surrendering to the police in Greater João Pessoa
Kleber Renato Barbosa Medeiros, the former commander of the Municipal Guard of Bayeux, was arrested following his surrender to authorities amid a domestic violence investigation in Brazil.
Body of man found in vacant lot in downtown João Pessoa
A man's body was discovered in a vacant lot in downtown João Pessoa, Brazil, following a chaotic incident the night before.
Delivery man is kidnapped, cargo stolen and abandoned in forest area, in João Pessoa
A delivery man was kidnapped and had his cargo stolen in João Pessoa, Brazil, before being abandoned in a forested area.
Fire destroys stalls in the model market in the Varadouro neighborhood of João Pessoa
A fire at the Varadouro model market in João Pessoa destroyed nine merchant stalls, causing significant damage to local businesses.
Woman is shot dead after home invasion in João Pessoa
A 20-year-old woman named Alane Pereira da Silva was fatally shot during a home invasion in João Pessoa, Brazil.
Suspects of being part of a specialized car theft group arrested in João Pessoa
Two suspects connected to a criminal organization specializing in car thefts were arrested in João Pessoa, Brazil.
João Pessoa City Hall expropriates properties in the Historical Center to implement a tourist venture
The City Hall of João Pessoa has expropriated properties in the Historical Center to make way for a new tourist development in collaboration with a Portuguese hotel group.
Paraíba investigates suspicion of mpox in tourist from RN
Authorities in Paraíba are investigating a case of a 19-year-old who has been hospitalized with suspected mpox after traveling from João Pessoa.
Blue Zone now has long-term parking spaces with up to five hours of use on 15 streets in João Pessoa
João Pessoa introduces long-term parking in the Blue Zone, allowing motorists to park for up to five consecutive hours at a reduced rate.
Lucy Alves, Wanessa Camargo and Bruno Fagundes are confirmed in the cast of the Passion of Christ play in João Pessoa
Singers Lucy Alves and Wanessa Camargo, along with actor Bruno Fagundes, have been confirmed for the Passion of Christ play in João Pessoa, set for April 2-4, 2026.
Leader of a criminal organization from RN is arrested while touring on a beach in Paraíba
A leader of a criminal organization from Rio Grande do Norte was arrested at Praia do Sol in João Pessoa while on vacation.
Suspects of drug trafficking near school are arrested in João Pessoa
Five suspects of drug trafficking near a public school in the Mandacaru neighborhood of João Pessoa have been arrested by the Civil Police during an operation following a tip-off.
Body with tied hands and feet found on road in Greater João Pessoa
The body of a man was discovered with his hands and feet tied on a rural road between Santa Rita and João Pessoa in Brazil.
Woman reports ex-boyfriend and mentions pregnancy loss after assaults in João Pessoa
A 28-year-old woman reported her ex-boyfriend for assault and revealed that she lost her pregnancy following episodes of violence in João Pessoa.
Hytalo Santos: hearing on allegations of analogous to slavery work has been scheduled
A hearing related to claims of human trafficking and work conditions akin to slavery against influencer Hytalo Santos and his husband Israel Vicente is set for March 20 in João Pessoa, Brazil.
Malandros do Morro wins the 2026 Carnival Tradition of João Pessoa
Malandros do Morro won the 2026 Carnival Tradition contest in João Pessoa, ranking first among several samba schools.
Young man found dead after drowning at Cabedelo beach, in Paraíba
A 20-year-old man was found dead after drowning at Praia Formosa in Cabedelo, Brazil, following a search operation that began after he went missing while swimming.
Pavement with Swastikas from the Palácio da Redenção is Displayed at the João Pessoa Museum: 'The Need for Exhibition Arose'
A pavement tile featuring swastikas from the historic Palácio da Redenção in João Pessoa is now on display at the João Pessoa City Museum, highlighting controversial historical decorations.
Man arrested on suspicion of shooting a woman after an argument in a bar in João Pessoa
A man was arrested in João Pessoa, Brazil, on suspicion of shooting a woman following a dispute in a bar.
Carnaval Tradição parades continue this Sunday (22) with presentations by the bear wings
The Carnival Tradição parades in João Pessoa are resuming on Sunday (22) with the performances of the bear wings that were postponed due to safety concerns.
65-Year-Old Man Hit by Bus at Lagoa Terminal in João Pessoa
A 65-year-old man was seriously injured after being hit by a bus at the Lagoa Integration Terminal in João Pessoa, Brazil.
Police operation ends in confrontation with dead and injured teenager in João Pessoa
A police operation in João Pessoa led to the deaths of two individuals and an injury to a teenager after gunfire erupted between suspected traffickers and police officers.
Paraíba has four sections of beaches unsuitable for bathing; see where
Four beach sections in Paraíba, Brazil, are deemed unsuitable for bathing due to water quality concerns, affecting specific areas in João Pessoa.
Tradition Carnival parades resume this Saturday (21) after bleacher repairs
The Tradition Carnival parades in João Pessoa will resume on Saturday after repairs were completed on bleachers that collapsed during the event.
Man is shot by the Military Police after threatening wife and daughter with a knife in João Pessoa
A man was shot and later arrested after threatening his wife and daughter with a knife in João Pessoa, Brazil.
Bus drivers can stop outside bus stops after 8 PM for women in João Pessoa
Bus drivers in João Pessoa, Brazil, are allowed to make stops outside designated bus stops for women after 8 PM, provided the location is deemed safe.
Teenager shot dead on the way to bakery in Greater João Pessoa
A 17-year-old boy was fatally shot while walking to a bakery in Santa Rita, a neighborhood in the Metropolitan Region of João Pessoa, Brazil.
Seu Pereira, Cafuçuzin and Virgens de Campina, and more: 'Qual a Boa?' for the weekend, February 20, 21, and 22, in PB
The cultural agenda 'Qual a Boa?' in Paraíba highlights various events and shows over the weekend, featuring Seu Pereira and popular carnival blocks in cities like João Pessoa and Campina Grande.
Government of PB inaugurates operational supply center and talks about ensuring 'quicker response' to water shortage issues
The Government of Paraíba has inaugurated a new operational center aimed at improving water supply responses in response to persistent shortages in the metropolitan area of João Pessoa.
Bill presented in the João Pessoa City Council may allow the burial of pets in family tombs; understand
A bill in João Pessoa proposes to allow the burial of pets in family tombs in public and private cemeteries, under specific conditions.
New traffic accident data confirms that buses are the safest mode
Recent data from traffic accident victim care in João Pessoa highlights buses as the safest mode of transport in the city's transportation system.
Man sentenced for raping 10-year-old daughter arrested in João Pessoa
A man sentenced for raping his 10-year-old daughter was arrested in João Pessoa after being a fugitive since his conviction.
Body found in a forested area in the Cabo Branco neighborhood of João Pessoa
A man's body was discovered in a forested area in Cabo Branco, João Pessoa, with signs of severe assault, leading police to suspect foul play.
Explosion at food stall leaves three injured in João Pessoa
An explosion at a food stall in João Pessoa injured three people, including a vendor selling hot dogs, prompting emergency response efforts.