Carnival 2026: see the schedule for the samba school parades in Maceió
Maceió will host samba school parades on February 28 and March 1, 2026, at Ponta Verde beach, showcasing local traditions and culture in a free outdoor event.
Police disables clandestine weight loss pen factory and arrests suspect in Maceió; VIDEO
Authorities in Maceió, Brazil, have shut down an illegal factory producing counterfeit weight loss pens and arrested a suspect with a criminal history.
Stepmother sentenced to over 17 years for throwing stepson from the 4th floor in Maceió
A woman has been sentenced to over 17 years in prison for the attempted murder of her six-year-old stepson in Maceió, Brazil, after throwing him from a fourth-floor window.
DPU summons 257 students who did not request compensation in Braskem case; see
The Brazilian government agency DPU has summoned students eligible for compensation related to the Braskem case who have not yet filed their requests.
IPTU 2026 in Maceió: 10% discount for payment until Friday (27)
Residents of Maceió have until this Friday to benefit from a 10% discount on the 2026 Urban Property Tax (IPTU) if paid in a single installment.
Procon Maceió conducts research on the basic food basket, highlighting price variations; see which items
Procon Maceió has released a report detailing significant price variations in staple food items, urging consumers to compare prices before purchasing.
Police releases image of suspect in murder of man in Farol, Maceió; VIDEO
The Civil Police of Alagoas have released an image of a suspect in the murder of Carlos Alberto Oliveira de Lima in Maceió, asking the public for assistance in identifying him.
Four homicide suspects are arrested in Maceió after posting armed videos inside a car
Four suspects involved in a homicide in Maceió were arrested after displaying weapons in videos on social media.
VIDEO: security images capture the start of the fire in the sculpture 'O Boi', in Maceió
Security footage shows the moment the sculpture 'O Boi' catches fire in Maceió, leading to partial destruction of the artwork.
Sanitary Surveillance shuts down Fish Scale in Ponta Verde due to rust and dirt
The Fish Scale in Ponta Verde, Maceió, was closed by the Sanitary Surveillance due to significant rust, dirt, and unsanitary conditions posing health risks.
Operation seizes 277 wild birds in markets and captivity in Arapiraca and Maceió
The Brazilian Environmental Police seized 277 wild birds during an operation targeting illegal wildlife trade in Arapiraca and Maceió.
25-year-old man shot dead with about 20 bullets in Ouro Preto, Maceió
A 25-year-old man was shot approximately 20 times in the Ouro Preto neighborhood of Maceió, with no arrests reported.
Police arrest two men in Maceió with 17 kg of crab claws during the animal's protection period
Two men were arrested in Maceió, Brazil, for illegal fishing during the protection period of the crab species, and over 17 kg of crab claws were seized.
Almost 3% of lung cancer deaths in Maceió are linked to pollution, study shows
A study estimates that nearly 3% of lung cancer deaths in Maceió are associated with air pollution.
Get to know the story of Gaviões da Pajuçara, which arrives at the 25th parade at the carnival in Maceió
The Gaviões da Pajuçara samba school is set to celebrate its 25th parade in the upcoming Maceió carnival, highlighting its tradition and resilience.
Judge decides that Collor's luxury apartment in Maceió must go to auction to pay labor debt
A Brazilian judge has ordered the luxury apartment of former president Fernando Collor to be auctioned to satisfy a labor debt of R$ 264,000, with the property valued at R$ 9 million.
Suspects of killing a driver in Maceió are arrested; police say he was ambushed during a meeting
Three suspects involved in the death of a rideshare driver in Maceió have been arrested, with police stating he was ambushed during a date.
Truck rolls over, catches fire, and leaves two dead on Rota do Mar, in Maceió; VIDEO
A truck accident on Rota do Mar in Maceió, Brazil, resulted in two fatalities and significant traffic disruption after the vehicle caught fire.
What to do in Maceió: agenda includes parties, book launch, and Carnival hangover
Maceió's cultural agenda features post-Carnival parties, themed events, and a book launch.
Anthony Gabriel arrived dead at UPA of Jacintinho and had signs of sexual abuse, informs Sesau
A five-year-old boy, Anthony Gabriel, was found dead with signs of possible sexual abuse after being retrieved from a stream in Maceió, Brazil.
Autistic child dies after being found floating in a stream in Maceió; there are suspicions of sexual abuse
A five-year-old autistic child named Anthony Gabriel died after being found floating in a stream in Maceió, with suspicions of sexual abuse.
Truck collides with post, splits it in half and leaves part of Av. Menino Marcelo without electricity
A truck crashed into a post in Maceió, Brazil, causing power outages on part of Av. Menino Marcelo after the post was split in half.
Check the job vacancies available this week in Alagoas
The State Department of Labor, Employment, and Qualification of Alagoas is offering over 2,000 job vacancies across various cities this week.
Maceió: delegate says that threats led to domestic violence crimes during Carnival
In Maceió, over half of the domestic violence cases reported during Carnival were categorized as threats, indicating a proactive response from women against potential escalations of violence.
63-year-old man suffers electric shock, falls, and dies while working in Maceió
A 63-year-old man has died after suffering an electric shock and falling from a height of about five meters while working in Maceió.
Eraldo Ferraz: who is the standard bearer of Pinto da Madrugada in Maceió
Eraldo Ferraz, a university professor and frevo enthusiast, has become a prominent symbol of Maceió's Carnival as the standard bearer of the Pinto da Madrugada bloc.
Bobo's Block resists ground sinking and maintains tradition in Maceió
The Bobo's Block, a traditional carnival group from Maceió, continues to thrive as a symbol of cultural resistance despite challenges like ground sinking in their neighborhood.
Edlúcio Donato, president of Podemos in Maceió, dies in São Paulo
Edlúcio Donato, the president of Podemos in Maceió, has passed away at the age of an ongoing battle with prostate cancer.
From radio host to icon of Carnival in Alagoas: who was Edécio Lopes
Edécio Lopes, a renowned radio host and composer from Brazil, became a significant cultural figure in Alagoas, particularly known for his contributions to the local Carnival scene.
Ribeirão Preto police arrest man from AL suspected of commissioned murder
A man from Alagoas was arrested in Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, in connection with commission of murders back in 2012.
Jaraguá hosts blocks and shows this Monday and Tuesday of Carnival; see the schedule
Jaraguá in Maceió will celebrate Carnival with a series of cultural events, including parades and concerts organized by the city government.
Fire hits house and man needs to be rescued in Prado, Maceió; VIDEO
A fire in a house in the Prado neighborhood of Maceió required firefighters to rescue a 28-year-old man who suffered smoke inhalation.
Inmate is murdered with a skewer in the Maximum Security Prison of Maceió
An inmate was killed with a skewer at the Maximum Security Prison in Maceió, Brazil, with reports indicating that the suspects shared a cell with the victim.
After leaving prison, man is arrested for punching a police car, insulting, and threatening officers in Maceió: 'I want to shoot'
A man recently released from prison was arrested in Maceió for assaulting a police vehicle and threatening officers shortly after his release.
New rules for chair, beach umbrella, and jet ski rentals in Maceió; understand
The city of Maceió has implemented new regulations for beach rentals, affecting the number of beach equipment and prohibiting jet ski rentals.
Overcoming: Patients undergoing cancer treatment find strength in their passion for Flamengo
Two friends undergoing leukemia treatment at a Maceió hospital bond over their shared passion for Flamengo football club, which has provided them with hope and strength during their battle with cancer.
Parties, children's shows, and cinema: check the cultural agenda of g1 AL
G1 AL presents its cultural agenda for the weekend, featuring free family events, celebrations of Brazilian pop diva Pabllo Vittar, and various music genres leading up to Carnival.
VIDEO: man is assaulted in supermarket in Maceió; security guard is suspect and allegedly used brass knuckles
A 51-year-old man was assaulted by a security guard using brass knuckles at a supermarket in Maceió, Brazil, leading to serious injuries.
Young man is killed in Jacintinho, and he is suspected to have been confused with a gang member
A 19-year-old man, José Tiago Chagas Bezerra, was killed in Maceió, Brazil, with suspicions that he was mistakenly identified as a gang member.
Federal Police seize 152 'weight loss pens', cell phones, and watches with suspect in Maceió
The Federal Police in Brazil seized 152 'weight loss pens' alongside other contraband items from a suspect in Maceió.
Roda Maceió operates every day during Carnival; find out the schedules
Roda Maceió has extended its operating hours during Carnival to offer daily rides from 2 PM to 11 PM, accommodating both locals and tourists.
VIDEO: bus catches fire and fire destroys vehicle in Maceió; no one was injured
A city bus in Maceió caught fire this morning, causing significant damage to the vehicle, but fortunately, no injuries were reported among the passengers.
Man is arrested and car seized for irregular disposal of construction materials in Maceió
A man was arrested and his vehicle was seized for illegally discarding construction waste and other materials in Maceió, Brazil.
Police arrest suspect of drug trafficking and seize nearly 25kg of cannabis in Serraria, Maceió
Police in Maceió arrested a drug trafficking suspect and seized 24.7 kg of cannabis following an anonymous tip-off.
Operation fulfills 70 arrest warrants and search and seizure in Maceió and the interior of Alagoas
The Civil Police conduct an operation in Maceió and throughout Alagoas, executing 70 arrest and search warrants targeting organized crime.
Carnival 2026: check the schedule of blocks in the municipalities of Alagoas
The article provides a schedule of Carnival events and blocks taking place in the municipalities of Alagoas, Brazil, highlighting both Maceió and its surrounding areas.
Man is shot dead with eight bullets in Maceió; police find drugs hidden in his underwear
A man was shot dead in Maceió, Brazil, with police discovering drugs hidden in his underwear during the investigation.
Maceió: about 10 thousand residents have been without water for 72 hours after theft of electrical cables
Nearly 10,000 residents in Maceió, Brazil, have been without water for three days due to vandalism and theft affecting the local water supply system.
Detran holds auction of more than 600 vehicles in Maceió and Arapiraca
The Alagoas State Department of Traffic is set to auction off 613 vehicles in two locations, with the event scheduled for March 5 and 6.
Heavy rains cause damage in Maceió and in the interior of Alagoas over the weekend; VIDEOS
Heavy rainfall over the weekend led to significant damage in Maceió and the surrounding areas of Alagoas, impacting homes and businesses.