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A law professor and lawyer, Conrado Paulino da Rosa, was arrested in Porto Alegre after being accused of various crimes against ten women, including rape and psychological violence.

The Porto Alegre carnival parades concluded with approximately 50,000 attendees over the weekend.

Alice Moraes' legacy as a veterinary graduate lives on through the care of over 20 dogs left by her family following her tragic death at a concert.

Red light violation detection radars begin operations in Porto Alegre, Brazil, starting this Sunday, with plans for more installations in the coming months.

The Casa dos Raros in Porto Alegre celebrates its third anniversary, focusing on reducing the time taken for patients to receive diagnoses of rare diseases in Brazil.

A small confectionery in Porto Alegre, Brazil, has transformed its business model by offering brigadeiro buffet services, significantly increasing its revenue.

Porto Alegre has witnessed its first conviction under the new femicide law, with a man sentenced to 24 years for killing his partner.

A designer in Porto Alegre is under investigation for allegedly taking money from samba schools without delivering the promised Carnival costumes.

The traditional rib cut remains popular among Gauchos as its price has dropped to below R$ 20 per kilo, promoting increased sales and reinforcing its status in the barbecue culture of Rio Grande do Sul.

The Ramil brothers Kledir, Kleiton, and Vitor will perform an acoustic show featuring Beatles-inspired music in Porto Alegre, Brazil, with a live album recording scheduled for March 21.

The city of Porto Alegre and the government of Rio Grande do Sul have launched initiatives to support municipalities in Minas Gerais affected by heavy rains and landslides.

The main suspect in a jewelry heist at a law firm in a luxury neighborhood of Porto Alegre, Brazil, was arrested, with jewelry and valuables worth R$ 600,000 stolen during the incident.

Heavy fog disrupted flight operations at Salgado Filho Airport in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on Wednesday morning, causing at least one delayed departure.

A new radar system that fines drivers for running red lights, known as 'Caetanos,' will begin operations in Porto Alegre, Brazil, as part of a traffic safety initiative.

A library in Porto Alegre pays tribute to iconic Brazilian author Caio Fernando Abreu 30 years after his death by showcasing his works.

A truck driver was arrested in Porto Alegre for driving under the influence, found on the shoulder of BR-290 with empty beer cans in the cab.

A new law in Porto Alegre mandates pet shops to record video of all bathing and grooming services for dogs and cats, providing transparency and safety for pet owners.

Students from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul have proposed an innovative elevated walkway project inspired by New York's High Line to revitalize the historical downtown of Porto Alegre.

MC Meno K, a 19-year-old funk musician from Porto Alegre, has recently become the most listened artist in Brazil, topping Spotify's charts with three of his hits.

Nearly two years after a historic flood struck Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre's main tourist attraction still bears the scars of the disaster.

The tribute band Sobredosis de Soda celebrates the 30th anniversary of Soda Stereo's 'Comfort y Música para Volar' with a new show titled 'Vuelo Stereo' that reinterprets the band's music.

A man was arrested in Porto Alegre for allegedly extorting minors by threatening to release child abuse images.

Sandbanks have formed in Guaíba due to low water levels, enabling people to walk on these sandy areas, which could lead to new islands.

Thirty-five axolotls seized in a wildlife trafficking operation at a Porto Alegre restaurant have been relocated to the Sapucaia do Sul Zoo, the largest in Rio Grande do Sul.

The investigations into education fraud in Porto Alegre have concluded with 34 individuals being indicted related to a corruption scheme.

The deadline for updating registration in the 'Minha Casa, Minha Vida' program in Porto Alegre has been extended to Sunday, and this is mandatory for those who need to correct or complement their information.

The Civil Defense of Rio Grande do Sul issued a cell phone alert warning residents of Porto Alegre about the potential for storms with hail and strong winds.

A 28-year-old motorcyclist died after losing control and falling from a viaduct in Porto Alegre, Brazil.

Ambassador Leda Lucia Martins Camargo passed away at the age of 79 in Porto Alegre, Brazil, with the information confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Fabiano Wainberg, a 43-year-old surfer from Porto Alegre, has been nominated for the Big Wave Challenge after riding one of the largest waves of the 2025/2026 season in Nazaré, Portugal.

A concrete slab collapse in Porto Alegre that killed a seven-year-old girl and injured two others was attributed to multiple construction failures according to an official report.

Porto Alegre's Salgado Filho International Airport has recovered to passenger levels seen before the May 2024 floods, accommodating 7.5 million travelers in 2025.

The demand for Carnival costumes and accessories in Porto Alegre is rising as consumers seek both simple items and complete kits for the festivities.

Over 600 tiger-striped turtles were seized by federal police in Brazil while being transported without proper authorization.

Maria Eduarda Pereira Soares, a 21-year-old writer who disappeared from her home in Brazil, was found safe in Porto Alegre after three days.

Brazilian billionaire and agricultural businessman Marcelo Silva Logemann has passed away at the age of 71 in Porto Alegre.

A municipal guard in Porto Alegre was sentenced to over ten years in prison for the homicide of his neighbor and injuring the neighbor's dog.

A section of Avenida Ipiranga in Porto Alegre is closed due to suspected energy leakage from high-voltage lines, impacting both vehicles and pedestrians.

A man in Porto Alegre was arrested for stealing a bicycle by removing a public trash can to which it was locked.

The weather forecast for Porto Alegre, Brazil indicates a high of 35°C and a low of 22°C on Wednesday, February 11.

21-year-old Maria Eduarda Pereira Soares has gone missing after leaving home late Saturday night to travel to Porto Alegre without informing her family.

Miguel Angel Pimenta Mutuberria dedicated his life to the Porto Alegre Symphony Orchestra, contributing significantly to its evolution as a musician and educator over several decades.

Brazilian police confirmed that a cartridge found in the home of the missing Aguiar family is a blank cartridge, ruling out its use in any crime.

A municipal guard in Brazil faces trial for the murder of a neighbor and the shooting of the neighbor's dog during a dispute.

The parents of a 12-year-old girl from the Porto Alegre metropolitan area have described the horrific experience of having their daughter threatened by a 16-year-old boy who obtained intimate photos of her through a chat on Roblox.

Drivers in Porto Alegre express fear and coercion from informal parking attendants despite a prohibition since 2020.

A confectionery in Porto Alegre has created a viral dining experience reminiscent of a children's party, offering a buffet of sweet and savory treats without the traditional hassle of organizing a party.

A man was arrested in Porto Alegre for failing to appear for the installation of an electronic ankle bracelet after a protective measure was issued for his ex-wife, who reported years of harassment and fear for her safety.

A woman from Porto Alegre has lived in fear for over two years, having requested more than 15 protective measures against her ex-husband while moving nine times to escape his constant threats and stalking.

Juraci Oliveira da Silva, known as Jura and identified as the leader of a criminal organization in Rio Grande do Sul, was arrested in Porto Alegre while arriving at a commercial establishment as part of a police operation against drug trafficking.