More than half a ton of irregularly transported cheese seized in stolen car in PI
A stolen car transporting over 600 kg of cheese was recovered in Picos, Piauí, along with an additional 150 kg of irregularly transported meat products.
Tamarins are recorded at over 2,000 meters altitude in Três Picos State Park, RJ
A tamandua-mirim was recorded at an altitude of approximately 2,010 meters in Três Picos State Park, Brazil, highlighting its significance in the local ecosystem.
Government invests R$ 27 million in paving Teresina, Picos, Piripiri, and Floriano
The government of Piauí is investing R$ 27 million in asphalt paving projects across four cities to enhance urban mobility and local infrastructure.
Betrayal and capture of 'Quillo': 'El Mini Lic' abandoned me
Juan Francisco Picos Barrueta, known as 'El Quillo,' was captured following a betrayal by his former ally, 'El Mini Lic,' amid accusations of his involvement in a journalist's murder.
Suspect of producing and storing child sexual abuse content is arrested in Southern Piauí
A man suspected of producing, acquiring, and sharing child sexual abuse content has been arrested in Picos, Southern Piauí, during a Federal Police operation.
OPA Mobile Van Mobilizes Entities in Picos, Floriano, and Piripiri
The OPA's mobile van initiative aims to engage community entities in the participatory budgeting process in Brazil.
23 tons of cheese and butter stolen at a gas station in PI; valued at R$ 500,000
A truck carrying 23 tons of mozzarella cheese and butter was stolen in Picos, Brazil, valued at R$ 500,000.
Picos: Justino Luz Hospital celebrates 4 years of neurosurgery and over 10,000 treatments
The Justino Luz Hospital in Picos marks its fourth anniversary of providing neurosurgery services, significantly reducing patient transfers to the capital.
Suspect of Beating a Man to Death for a Debt of R$ 50 is Charged with Qualified Homicide in PI
Sávio Pereira de Sousa has been charged with qualified homicide for the violent death of Jadir Ribeiro da Silva Júnior, reportedly over a trivial debt of R$ 50 in Picos, Brazil.
Load of more than 3 tons of unfit cheese coming from PE is seized in PI
A shipment of approximately 3.5 tons of unfit queijo coalho cheese was seized by Brazil's Federal Highway Police in Picos, Piauí, during a routine inspection.
Threatened wild cat spotted in Três Picos State Park, RJ
A threatened wild cat species, Leopardus guttulus, has been recorded in Três Picos State Park in Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, highlighting conservation efforts in the region.
Man arrested twice in less than 24 hours for assaulting ex-wife and violating protective measure in PI
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.
Picos will have the second unit of the House of Brazilian Women in the interior of Piauí
The government of Piauí is constructing its second House of Brazilian Women in Picos, which is expected to serve the local population by 2026.
Dog rescued after being run over twice in less than 1 hour in Piauí
A dog named Jupi is recovering after being struck by vehicles twice within an hour in Picos, Piauí.
Teenager apprehended after confessing involvement in singer's death in South Piauí
A 17-year-old has been apprehended in connection with the murder of singer Francisco Vicente Pereira Barão Vieira in Picos, Brazil, following a confession of his role in the crime.
Pilgrims report a scam of R$ 26,000 after trip cancellation from PI to Aparecida: 'pain greater than the loss'
Fifteen pilgrims from Picos reported being victims of a scam after their trip to the 18th Pilgrimage of the Rosary Men in Aparecida do Norte was canceled at the last minute.
Pair arrested suspected of stealing about R$ 2,000 from a gas distributor in southern Piauí; video recorded the action
Two men were arrested after allegedly robbing a gas distributor in Picos, southern Piauí, capturing the incident on video.
Man arrested for attempting to steal weapon from the guards of the TJ in Piauí
A man was arrested in Picos, Piauí, for attempting to steal a firearm from the lodging of the guards at the Court of Justice.
Young man confesses to killing singer after fight over alleged drug purchase, says delegate; accomplice is being sought
A young man has confessed to killing 25-year-old singer Francisco Vicente Pereira Barão Vieira during a dispute related to a supposed drug deal in Picos, Brazil, with an accomplice still at large.
Suspect in singer's murder in a city in southern Piauí is arrested; victim was found dead on the street
An 18-year-old suspect was arrested for the murder of singer Vicente Barão in Picos, southern Piauí.
More than 26 kg of cocaine seized in hidden compartment of car in PI; driver arrested
Over 26 kilograms of cocaine were seized from a hidden compartment in a car during a routine inspection by the Federal Highway Police in Picos, Piauí, leading to the arrest of the driver.
Who was the singer found dead with gunshot wounds in the South of Piauí
Vicente Pereira Barão Vieira, known as Vicente Barão, was found dead with gunshot wounds in Picos, South Piauí, with his uncle urging for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
Singer found dead in street in the South of Piauí
26-year-old singer Vicente Pereira Barão Vieira was found shot dead in Picos, South Piauí, with multiple gunshot wounds early Friday morning.
Seventh-day Mass for Daniel Rocha, founder of Açaí no Grau, has tributes with balloons in PI
Family, friends, and collaborators honored Daniel Rocha with a seventh-day Mass at the Cathedral Nossa Senhora dos Remédios in Picos, where tributes included purple and white balloons and a performance by his son.
Man arrested after throwing 5 puppies against the wall; animals died
A 31-year-old man has been arrested in Picos, Brazil, for animal cruelty after he allegedly threw five puppies against a wall, leading to their deaths.
What is known about the death of Daniel Rocha, founder of Açaí no Grau chain
Daniel Rocha, founder and CEO of the Açaí no Grau franchise, passed away at 43, leading to mourning in his hometown of Picos and political reactions.