MPF denies agreement with garimpeiro for continuing to explore minerals in the Sararé Indigenous Land (MT)
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) in Brazil unanimously rejected an agreement with a garimpeiro under investigation for allegedly continuing illegal mineral extraction in the Sararé Indigenous Land.
Protesters occupy DNIT in Marabá, PA, against the explosion of Pedral do Lourenção; MPF wants to block the work in court
About 300 protesters, including residents from traditional riverine communities, occupied the DNIT building in Marabá, Pará, opposing the dredging and blasting of the Pedral do Lourenção as it threatens local livelihoods.
MPF investigates collision between ship and barges at the Port of Santos
The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has initiated an administrative civil procedure to investigate the collision involving two barges and the container ship Seaspan Empire in Santos Port, where four crew members jumped into the sea but were not injured.
MPF presents new legal challenges against the order for the forced eviction of the Santarém port
The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has filed new legal actions against the forced eviction order affecting a port occupied by indigenous protesters in Santarém, Pará.
More than 30,000 serious offenses, such as drunk driving or street racing, have expired in RS; MPF investigates possible omission
Over 30,000 serious traffic violations in Rio Grande do Sul have expired, allowing offenders to avoid penalties, as the Federal Public Ministry investigates the lack of enforcement.
MPF requests suspension of mining license for gold mining in Volta Grande do Xingu, Pará
The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has requested the immediate suspension of a mining license for Belo Sun's gold project in Pará due to concerns about impacts on indigenous lands and failure to meet legal conditions.
‘Ownerless’ Bridge Between MG and SP Has No Maintenance Responsibility, and MPF Seeks Justice
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) filed a public civil action to request urgent repairs on the Divisa Bridge, which connects Minas Gerais and São Paulo, due to the lack of a responsible party for its maintenance.
MPF points out omissions and recommends suspension of oil licensing in the Foz do Amazonas
The Federal Public Ministry recommended suspending environmental licensing phases for oil exploration by Petrobras in the Foz do Amazonas.
MPF recommends that Petrobras and Ibama suspend licensing and analyze impacts of oil exploration in the Amazon Delta
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) in Brazil has recommended that Petrobras and the environmental agency Ibama suspend oil exploration licensing at the Amazon Delta and conduct a thorough environmental impact assessment.
MPF opens investigation into network of women trafficking for Epstein in Brazil after BBC report: 'Victims' participation is fundamental'
The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has initiated a confidential investigation into potential sex trafficking of women related to Jeffrey Epstein following a BBC report.
MPF cites that a group led by the former head of the Civil Police of RJ exploited the 'murder market' and gave 'free rein' for executions
The Federal Public Ministry alleges that a group led by former Civil Police chief Rivaldo Barbosa operated a scheme of systematic obfuscation and control of homicide investigations in Rio de Janeiro.
MPF charges former Rio police chiefs accused of obstruction in the Marielle case
The MPF charges former officials in the Rio police for alleged obstruction of justice in the assassination case of councilwoman Marielle Franco.
MPF charges former Rio police officials accused of obstruction in the Marielle case
Brazil's federal prosecutors have charged three former police officials with obstruction of justice in the Marielle Franco murder investigation.
MPF requests cancellation of contracts and return of R$ 2.4 million due to fraud in dialysis services in PI
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) has filed a civil action to annul contracts and demand the return of R$ 2.4 million due to identified frauds in dialysis services contracts in Piauí, Brazil.
MPF opens investigation into Brazil's connection with Epstein's network
Brazil's Federal Public Ministry is investigating potential links between Brazil and the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's network following the release of new documents by the U.S. government.
MPF summons Bacellar to testify about the leak of operation that arrested TH Jóias
Federal Prosecutor's Office summons state deputy Rodrigo Bacellar to testify about a leak related to the Zargun operation that arrested former deputy TH Jóias.
Councilors deny the opening of two CPIs against Rodrigo Manga days after MPF's accusation in Sorocaba
Sorocaba councilors have blocked two requests to open investigations against former Mayor Rodrigo Manga following recent allegations of corruption.
Government and MPF say X's response about erotic images of Grok is insufficient
Brazilian authorities find the response from platform X regarding the measures against unauthorized erotic image generation consistent with its AI tool Grok inadequate.
MPF signs agreement to demolish part of building illegally constructed in a resting area in João Pessoa
The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office in Brazil has reached an agreement for the partial demolition of a building that was illegally constructed in a protected environmental area in João Pessoa.
MPF demands explanations from the Belém City Hall about cleaning conditions at PSM da 14
The Brazilian Public Ministry is investigating the Belém City Hall regarding the cleaning conditions of a local hospital following a judicial decision preventing its closure.
MPF accuses Sorocaba mayor of corruption, money laundering, and organized crime
The Federal Public Ministry has filed charges against the suspended mayor of Sorocaba, Rodrigo Manga, and several others for suspected involvement in a criminal organization diverting municipal health funds.
MPF requests a fine of R$ 354 thousand against the city of Belém for failing to provide shelter for homeless people
The Federal Public Ministry has requested a court to impose fines totaling over R$ 354,000 against Belém and the Papa John XXIII Foundation for not complying with judicial decisions regarding the sheltering of homeless individuals in the city.
Federal Justice also orders suspension of Vale's activities in the Fábrica mine
The Federal Justice has mandated the immediate suspension of Vale's Fábrica mine operations in Brazil due to safety concerns related to previous water and sediment overflow incidents.
MPF requests the blocking of R$ 60 million from Vale to finance independent studies on the contamination of the Cateté River, in PA
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) of Brazil is seeking a court order to block R$ 60 million from Vale to fund independent studies on the contamination of the Cateté River, vital to the indigenous Xikrin community.
Jeffrey Epstein financed Brazilian models and warned days before his arrest; MPF investigates citation in Natal
Newly released documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein's connections with Brazilian models and suspicious activities before his first arrest.
Jeffrey Epstein funded Brazilian models and warned days before his arrest; Federal Prosecutor's Office investigates mention in Natal
Newly released documents reveal that Jeffrey Epstein had personal ties with Brazilian models, offering financial support and warning one about his imminent arrest.
Inter-religious act by the MPF marks stage of agreement in case of religious intolerance in PB
An inter-religious act held by Brazil's Federal Public Ministry in João Pessoa marked a significant step in addressing a case of religious intolerance involving priest Danilo César de Sousa Bezerra and artist Preta Gil.
Copy and Paste: corruption scheme in the health sector was divided into three cores and Rodrigo Manga was a 'key piece', says MPF
A corruption scheme in the health sector of Sorocaba's city hall involved three cores, with the suspended mayor Rodrigo Manga identified as a key figure, according to federal prosecutors.
MPF accuses Unir of evading quotas for 10 years; out of 62 exclusive positions, only 4 were for black people
The Federal Public Ministry has taken legal action against the Federal University of Rondônia for failing to comply with the Quota Law by reserving only a few positions for black candidates over the last decade.
Farmer reported for conditions akin to slavery in MG; workers ate corn to survive, says MPF
Seven workers rescued from a charcoal factory in Tapira, MG, reported surviving only on corn while enduring exhausting work hours, leading the Federal Public Ministry to charge the farmer and foreman with human trafficking crimes.
Pay R$ 4,000 and participate in an act with other religions: what does the MPF agreement say with the priest accused of religious intolerance in a statement about Preta Gil
Father Danilo César has accepted an agreement with the Federal Public Ministry (MPF) related to accusations of religious intolerance following his comments about Preta Gil, which includes payment of R$ 4,000 and participation in interfaith events.
Priest denounced for religious intolerance in speech about Preta Gil makes agreement with the MPF to avoid criminal charges
Father Danilo César, accused of religious intolerance over comments about Preta Gil during an online mass, reached an agreement with the Federal Public Ministry to avoid criminal prosecution.
MPF requests review of toll rates applied on BR-364 in RO
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) has filed a civil action to suspend the toll collection model and require a review of the concession contract for BR-364 in Rondônia.
MPF requests the blocking of another R$ 200 million from Vale in a second action after spills
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) requested the court to block R$ 200 million from Vale and suspend the sale or transfer of mining rights for the Viga mine in Congonhas, due to recent spill incidents related to heavy rains.
MPF recommends that reimbursement to retirees be prioritized in the liquidation of Master
The Federal Public Ministry advised the liquidators of Banco Master and the National Institute of Social Security to prioritize payments to retirees and pensioners affected by undue deductions in payroll loans due to potential cash shortages during the liquidation process.
Copy and Paste: MPF denounces those investigated in the scheme that removed Rodrigo Manga from the Sorocaba City Hall
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) has charged individuals involved in Operation Copy and Paste, which investigates health sector misconduct that led to the suspension of Sorocaba mayor Rodrigo Manga.
MPF and MPPB recommend the creation of a law to regulate vendors and kiosks on the seafront of João Pessoa
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) and the Public Ministry of Paraíba (MPPB) have recommended the creation of a law to regulate street vendors and kiosks along the seafront in João Pessoa, as communicated to the city's mayor on Tuesday.