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A man wanted by the police for drug trafficking was arrested in Bonfim do Piauí after attempting to destroy evidence on his cellphone as officers arrived.

The governor of Piauí announced a bill proposing an exemption from the vehicle ownership tax (IPVA) for app drivers in the state.

Thirty-three bets from Piauí won prizes in the Mega-Sena lottery, with one bet winning over R$ 33,000 and the jackpot escalating to R$ 145 million for the next draw.

Amadeu Marques Filho, a founding member of the Arquivo Musical band, passed away at the age of 68 in Teresina due to complications from Parkinson's disease.

A 33-year-old man, suspected of participating in a robbery homicide at a diner in Piauí, was arrested after being sought for various criminal charges.

The first pelycosaur fossils in South America have been found in Piauí, Brazil, dated to approximately 280 million years ago.

The Hospital de Urgência de Teresina is experiencing significant challenges related to staffing, supplies, and overcrowding as reported by the Nursing Council of Piauí following inspections.

The Church of Conceição in Oeiras, Piauí, was broken into and two sound boxes were stolen, but police recovered them soon after and are investigating the suspect.

Piauí is showcasing its culture, nature, and cuisine at the Lisbon Tourism Fair, attracting significant attention from travel professionals.

The government of Piauí inaugurated a smart totem integrated with an AI video surveillance system to enhance public safety at the Estaiada Bridge in Teresina.

The Serra de Santo Antônio State Park in Piauí emerges as a significant ecotourism destination in Brazil, featuring extensive eco-trails and a challenging staircase to its cultural and religious symbol.

The Piauí Institute of Technology has commenced the academic year for higher education courses in Artificial Intelligence, offering 120 spots across four classes in Teresina.

The regional medical council conducted an inspection at Areolino de Abreu Hospital following a fatal incident, uncovering significant security and structural deficiencies.

The government of Piauí has allocated over R$ 7.6 million for urban mobility improvements in Demerval Lobão, focusing primarily on paving works.

An orange alert for heavy rains has been issued for the entire Piauí state in Brazil, warning residents of potential hazards until Friday night.

A 60-year-old man was arrested in Parnaíba, Piauí, after being sentenced to 12 years for the crime of sexual assault against a vulnerable person.

A businessman suspected of leading cargo thefts in Piauí and neighboring states has been arrested in Teresina.

The state of Piauí in Brazil has set new limits for the fees charged for medical and psychological exams required for obtaining a driver's license, with a cap of R$ 180 implemented by the Departamento Estadual de Trânsito (Detran-PI).

Two brothers suspected of attempting to kill their cousin during a fight in Tianguá, Ceará, were captured by police in Piauí.

A 34-year-old military police officer from Piauí is using social media to share his struggle with colon cancer and to seek financial assistance for his treatment.

A 39-year-old man in Brazil has been reported missing after stating he was heading to his sister's house, prompting police investigation and search efforts by firefighters.

Residents of Teresina, Piripiri, and Campo Maior are having difficulties contacting the Emergency Medical Service (Samu) due to the number 192 being out of service, with an alternative number provided for assistance.

The Step Forward program in Brazil expands mobility services to residents of ten municipalities in the Vale do Sambito region.

The Piauí State Culture Secretariat (Secult) is inviting artists and producers to showcase their events through its Cultural Agenda, which celebrates its first anniversary as an essential tool for promoting local culture.

The Piauí Government has launched digital identification services for elderly individuals and fibromyalgia patients through the Gov.pi Citizen app to improve access and convenience.

The Integrated Outpatient Clinic Governor Dirceu Mendes Arcoverde in Teresina, Brazil, celebrates its 51st anniversary, highlighting over 100,000 medical consultations in a single year.

A couple was arrested for pretending to be relatives of a young woman injured in an accident to steal her motorcycle in Campo Maior, Piauí.

A study indicates that the São Francisco River could be transposed to provide water to semi-arid cities in Piauí, benefiting around 600,000 residents.

Taxpayers in Piauí are being targeted by scammers sending fake emails requesting the installation of a Digital Certificate, according to the State Department of Finance (Sefaz).

A woman has been awarded R$ 150,000 in damages after experiencing severe failures during childbirth that resulted in the loss of her baby at a maternity hospital in São João do Piauí.

Two businessmen suspected of running fraudulent vehicle financing schemes have been arrested in Piauí and Pernambuco, Brazil.

Sergeant Avelar dos Reis Mota was expelled from the Piauí Military Police after being convicted of stealing a perfume from a residential property in Teresina.

A 44-year-old man named Justino Lopes dos Santos was arrested twice in less than 24 hours for assaulting his ex-wife and violating a protective order in Picos, Piauí.

A 33-year-old fugitive from Minas Gerais, wanted for drug trafficking and robbery, has been captured in Piauí.

Forty-six bets made in Piauí hit four or five numbers in the Mega-Sena lottery draw, but no one won the grand prize, leading to an accumulation of R$ 130 million for the next draw.

Sergeant Avelar dos Reis Mota of the Piauí Military Police has been expelled after being convicted of theft, including stealing a perfume from a residence in Teresina.

The preliminary results and official answer key of the objective test for the Piauí Civil Police contest have been released, with 200 immediate job openings available.

Residents of Corrente and Bom Jesus in Brazil can withdraw up to R$ 6,200 from their FGTS due to severe flooding caused by recent rains.

The Piauí Court of Justice (TJPI) mandates that third-party companies reserve 5% of job vacancies for women in vulnerable situations, with specific allocations for domestic violence victims, transgender individuals, and others.

The Piauí government announced a program to eliminate the shortage of teaching staff in 200 subjects at Uespi by providing scholarships for various teacher categories.

The state of Piauí is updating the registration and documentation of entities participating in the OPA program ahead of its launch in March 2026.

Over a thousand education professionals have been summoned to work in full-time schools across Piauí, Brazil, as announced by the State Department of Education.

The Piauí government has delivered the first collective batch of the Rural Environmental Registry for 2026, benefiting traditional communities in the region.

The Piauí State Secretariat of Culture is holding auditions for the Batalha do Jenipapo 2026 theatrical performance in Teresina, Brazil.

The government of Piauí is constructing its second House of Brazilian Women in Picos, which is expected to serve the local population by 2026.

The Piauí government has announced a new program to address the issue of subjects lacking teachers at the University of Piauí, providing a budget of R$ 3.2 million for the initiative.

A woman was killed when a car left the roadway and struck her stall along the BR-343 in Piauí, Brazil.

A 30-year-old man was arrested in southern Piauí for the attempted feminicide of his ex-wife, having previously violated a protective order.

A fox cub was rescued after entering a resident's house in Northern Piauí and biting the owner's mother.

Five animals, including a cat and an elderly dog, have died in a suspected poisoning case in Piauí, prompting police investigations and calls for animal protection support.