Minas Gerais has more than 11,000 job openings; learn in which cities and how to apply
Minas Gerais is reporting over 11,258 job vacancies across various cities, including opportunities specifically for people with disabilities.
Son of man who shot and killed dog in MG was caught by PM trying to take the animal's body
The son of a man arrested for shooting a family dog in Minas Gerais was also apprehended for tampering with evidence.
Divinópolis maintains 8th position among cities in MG with the highest alcohol consumption
Divinópolis ranks 8th in the state of Minas Gerais for alcohol consumption in 2025, with significant annual spending by its residents.
Zema resigns in MG with attacks on Lula's government
The Governor of Minas Gerais, Romeu Zema, resigned while criticizing President Lula's administration and vowing to end corruption.
28-year-old cyclist dies after being hit by a truck in Campos; police analyze images
Igor Leite, a 28-year-old cyclist and English teacher, died after being struck by a truck while riding in Campos dos Goytacazes, Brazil.
Zema resigns from the government of MG for presidential pre-campaign; vice, Mateus Simões, takes over the position
Romeu Zema resigned as governor of Minas Gerais to focus on his presidential campaign, with Mateus Simões assuming the governorship.
"Unfair price": importation of strawberries from Egypt puts pressure on prices and worries producers from Minas Gerais
The importation of strawberries from Egypt has surged in recent years, leading to significant impacts on the domestic market, particularly affecting strawberry growers in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
VIDEO: Man arrested after shooting dog in MG
A man has been arrested in Pará de Minas, Brazil, after shooting a dog, which was recorded by a witness.
Young woman killed by boyfriend inside condominium in Goiânia to be buried in MG
Raiane Maria Silva Santos, a 21-year-old woman murdered by her boyfriend in Goiânia, will be buried in Minas Gerais.
Varginha Tennis Club building officially transferred to the municipality; construction progresses and the first stage may be delivered in 30 days
The Varginha Tennis Club has been officially transferred to the municipality of Varginha, allowing for urban and sports redevelopment projects to proceed.
Three people are injured after a car spins on the track and hits trees on the MGC-122
Three individuals were injured when their car lost control, spun off the MGC-122 highway in Brazil, and collided with trees.
Tolls on BR-116 increase in Leopoldina, Laranjal, and São Francisco do Glória; see new values
Tolls for vehicles on BR-116 in the state of Minas Gerais have increased, affecting drivers in Leopoldina, Laranjal, and São Francisco do Glória.
Coffee prices fall, but still pay producers, and the market faces uncertainties with interest rates and war
Coffee prices in Brazil are lower than in previous years, yet still beneficial for farmers, while uncertainty looms due to interest rates and geopolitical conflicts.
Land of Minas: help decide which city will close the special season of 25 years
The program 'Terra de Minas' is inviting the public to vote on which city in Minas Gerais will host its final episode to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026.
Fuel Prices Increase: Diesel, Gasoline, and Ethanol Rise for the 3rd Week in MG Since Middle East War
Fuel prices in Minas Gerais, Brazil, have risen for the third consecutive week due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
Man convicted of racial insult after racist offenses against sergeant in MG
A man in Frutal, Brazil, was sentenced to prison for racial insults after the Minas Gerais Court of Justice overturned an initial acquittal.
Son is arrested after invading house and threatening mother in Almenara
A mother in Almenara, Brazil, was threatened by her son who invaded their home, leading to police intervention and his arrest.
MP opens inquiry to investigate cut of more than 95% in funds for flood prevention in MG
The Public Ministry of Minas Gerais has launched an inquiry into a significant reduction in funding for flood prevention and disaster response, amounting to over 95% from 2023 to 2026.
79-year-old dies after car falls into stream in Alpinópolis, MG
A 79-year-old man died after the car he was driving fell into a stream in Alpinópolis, Brazil, following a collision with a protective fence.
Man who was robbing truck drivers in the interior of SP is arrested in MG
A suspect involved in a truck robbery ring in São Paulo state has been arrested in Minas Gerais.
Man who killed his pregnant ex-girlfriend and concealed her body in a lime kiln is sentenced to 31 years in prison in MG
A 28-year-old man was sentenced to 31 years in prison for murdering his 29-year-old pregnant ex-girlfriend and concealing her body.
Crash between a van carrying dialysis patients and a car leaves one woman dead and several injured on MG-202
A tragic accident involving a van transporting dialysis patients and a car on MG-202 in Brazil resulted in one woman's death and several injuries.
Pacheco says that the candidacy for the government of MG needs to be evaluated 'responsibly' and that there are other possible names
Senator Rodrigo Pacheco emphasizes the need for a responsible evaluation of his candidacy for the government of Minas Gerais, noting potential alternatives.
Student with Down syndrome is the first to graduate from public higher education
Ana Clara Ardisson, a 26-year-old from Minas Gerais living in Alagoas, became the first person with Down syndrome to graduate from a public higher education institution in her state.
Operation Caatinga Resiste imposes more than R$ 20 million in fines in Northern MG
The Operation Caatinga Resiste imposed over R$ 20 million in fines in Northern Minas Gerais after inspecting rural areas for environmental violations.
Information from the Denunciation Hotline helps police seize drugs and ammunition in Taiobeiras
A tip-off to the Denunciation Hotline led the Civil Police of Minas Gerais to seize cocaine and ammunition in Taiobeiras, with ongoing investigations into local drug sales.
Alpinópolis City Hall will appeal after suspension of decision that required Copasa to leave
The Alpinópolis City Hall plans to appeal a court decision that has temporarily halted the process of moving water supply services from Copasa back to municipal management.
On a visit to MG, Lula announces billion-dollar investments from Petrobras in the state
President Lula announces a R$ 9 billion investment by Petrobras for refining plants in Minas Gerais over the next decade during his visit to the state.
Zema in Flávio's ticket would unify the right in Minas, but the discussion is national, says vice-governor
Brazil's Vice-Governor Mateus Simões suggests that Romeu Zema joining Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential ticket could unify right-wing parties in Minas Gerais, impacting Zema's reelection campaign.
Producers seek techniques to enhance sustainability in coffee production
Coffee producers from Minas Gerais and São Paulo gather at the 25th Femagri to improve agricultural sustainability and practices through innovative techniques.
Autumn begins in Minas Gerais with rain and falling temperatures
Autumn has officially begun in Minas Gerais, Brazil, marked by heavy rains and a gradual drop in temperatures.
State fines Vale R$ 88 million for fraud regarding Brumadinho dam
The state of Minas Gerais has fined mining company Vale S.A. R$ 88 million for fraud related to the safety information of the dam that collapsed in Brumadinho in 2019.
Civil Police identifies driver who blocked ambulance from Samu in MG
The Civil Police in Brazil's Minas Gerais state have identified a driver who obstructed an ambulance transporting a seriously ill patient, leading to an investigation.
Earth tremor of magnitude 3.0 registered in São Sebastião do Paraíso, MG
Residents of São Sebastião do Paraíso reported feeling a tremor on Thursday afternoon, confirmed by Brazilian seismic networks as a 3.0 magnitude earthquake.
Companies interested in the bidding for the construction of the bridge between Cássia and Delfinópolis deliver envelopes at B3 in São Paulo
Companies interested in bidding for the construction of a bridge between Cássia and Delfinópolis have submitted their proposals in São Paulo, as part of a concession project from the Minas Gerais government.
Six cities in South Minas host Startup Day 2026 with free registrations; see how to participate
The Startup Day 2026 event will take place in six cities of South Minas, Brazil, focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation with free registrations.
From 10% to less than 3%: how farms are reducing calf mortality in Brazil
Brazilian farms are significantly lowering calf mortality rates through enhanced management practices and investment, reducing deaths from 10% to as low as 1%.
Woman who asked for help on social media was assaulted by psychiatrist for two consecutive days in MG
A 43-year-old woman was assaulted by her psychiatrist husband for two days in Divinópolis, Brazil, before managing to call for help through social media.
Woman has cell phone stolen at daughter's funeral and asks for help to recover memories in MG: 'I want her last memories'
A mother in Brazil made an emotional plea on social media for the return of her stolen cell phone, which contained cherished memories of her deceased daughter.
Contract between Água Comprida City Hall and law office suspended due to lack of bidding
A court decision has suspended a no-bid contract between the city hall of Água Comprida and a law office, citing procedural violations.
Six indicted for homicide by gunfire near daycare center in MG; 'attempt at a crime court', says delegate
Six individuals have been indicted in the homicide of a 34-year-old man in Araxá, Brazil, with indications that the crime was an attempt to impose a 'crime court' vigilante justice.
Woman is beaten with a iron bar and threatened with death by partner in front of children in MG
A 29-year-old woman was violently attacked by her partner with an iron bar in front of her children in João Pinheiro, Brazil, prompting police action for domestic violence.
Bells of the Cathedral of Sé in Mariana, MG, are restored after a month of work
The restoration of four historic bells from the Cathedral of Sé in Mariana, Minas Gerais, has been completed, enhancing their safety and sound quality for liturgical use.
Thirteen people indicted for attempted homicide in Reduto
Thirteen individuals in Brazil have been indicted for attempted homicide after attacking two men they mistakenly believed were members of rival gangs.
Fugitive for drug trafficking in MG is arrested in Búzios after trying to hide as a tourist
A 28-year-old man wanted for drug trafficking in Minas Gerais was arrested in Búzios, Rio de Janeiro, while attempting to disguise himself as a tourist.
Amazon teenager investigated for planning attack on school in Minas Gerais
A 15-year-old boy from Manaus is under investigation for allegedly planning a school attack in Minas Gerais, with police uncovering his communications with a teenage girl regarding the plot.
Mpox: Manhuaçu has its first confirmed case
The first case of mpox has been confirmed in Manhuaçu, Brazil, according to the State Health Secretariat of Minas Gerais.
IFNMG opens registrations for courses focused on entrepreneurship and innovation in 11 cities
The Federal Institute of Northern Minas Gerais (IFNMG) has opened free registrations for courses in entrepreneurship and innovation across 11 cities in Brazil.
Juiz de Fora will receive the Hip-hop Gerais Exhibition; learn about the artist mapping process
The Hip-hop Gerais Exhibition will take place in Juiz de Fora, aiming to strengthen and promote peripheral cultural productions.
Inmet issues warning of severe rains in BH and 686 other cities in MG
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning for severe rain in Belo Horizonte and 686 municipalities across the state of Minas Gerais.