Stepdaughter was visiting her bedridden father when she was shot with a shotgun, police say; stepmother is wanted in RS
A 50-year-old woman was shot dead while visiting her bedridden father in Rio Grande do Sul, with her stepmother being the primary suspect who remains at large.
Explosion in the Historical Center of Porto Alegre was caused by a short circuit in an underground network, says CEEE Equatorial
An explosion in the Historical Center of Porto Alegre was attributed to a short circuit in an underground network, leading to street blockages and power outages.
Aguiar Family: How the Search with Sniffer Dogs for Missing Persons has been Conducted for Almost Two Months in RS
Search and rescue teams in Brazil are utilizing trained sniffer dogs to search for the Aguiar family, who have been missing for nearly two months.
Accident on BR-290, near Grêmio Arena, leaves one driver dead in Porto Alegre
A collision on BR-290 near Grêmio Arena in Porto Alegre resulted in the death of a 68-year-old driver.
Underground explosion causes blockage and power outage in the Historic Center of Porto Alegre
An underground explosion in Porto Alegre's Historic Center has led to street blockages and a power outage as authorities investigate the cause.
Man is murdered inside his car parked at a gas station in Porto Alegre
A man was shot and killed while sitting in his car at a gas station in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
Almost 50% of treated water in Porto Alegre is wasted before arriving at the faucet; the city has seen the greatest decline in sanitation, says research
A recent study shows that Porto Alegre has suffered a significant drop in its sanitation ranking and is losing a large portion of its treated water before it reaches consumers.
Nursing technician arrested on suspicion of sexual harassment against colleagues in Porto Alegre hospital
A nursing technician has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing at least 14 female colleagues at Hospital Conceição in Porto Alegre.
The rain has already started in Porto Alegre, and Inmet publishes warning of danger for RS; see forecast
Heavy rain is expected in Porto Alegre and throughout Rio Grande do Sul, with warnings issued by the National Meteorology Institute regarding potential severe weather conditions.
More than 10 arrested in operation against drug delivery and arms sales in Porto Alegre
A police operation in Porto Alegre resulted in the arrest of at least 11 individuals involved in a drug delivery and arms sales scheme.
VIDEO: Duo Arrested Stealing Underground Wiring Less Than 200 Meters from the Municipal Guard in Porto Alegre
Two men were arrested in Porto Alegre for attempting to steal underground cables near a municipal guard station.
Driver arrested after being caught driving under the influence twice in one hour in RS; VIDEO
A driver was arrested in Estância Velha, Brazil, after being caught driving under the influence on two separate occasions within an hour.
With son Antonio in the band, Maria Rita debuts her second show singing the repertoire of her mother Elis Regina
Maria Rita debuted her second show, 'Redescobrir vol. 2', in Porto Alegre, with her son Antonio joining the band on guitar.
'Terror Rotation': Police Officers Convicted of Torture, Illegal Detention, and Violation of Domicile in RS; Judge Orders Loss of Positions
Four police officers were convicted for their role in illegal actions including torture and home invasions in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
First trans councilor from Porto Alegre denounces Ratinho at the MPF after representation by Erika Hilton: 'may he be punished for transphobia'
Councilor Natasha Ferreira, one of the first trans women elected in Porto Alegre, has filed a complaint against TV host Ratinho for transphobia following his derogatory comments about fellow politician Erika Hilton.
RS has an afternoon of storm and hail after a muggy morning
A severe storm with hail hit parts of Rio Grande do Sul, particularly the metropolitan area of Porto Alegre, after a hot and muggy morning.
Suitcase Murder: Ricardo Jardim's Defense to Request Mental Sanity Exam and Points to Other Person's DNA After First Hearing
The first instruction hearing for the murder case of Brasília Costa, whose dismembered body was discovered in Porto Alegre, was held, with the defendant Ricardo Jardim's defense questioning the DNA evidence.
Civil Police investigates suspected homophobic attacks against a CTG cowboy on social media in RS
The Civil Police of Porto Alegre is investigating alleged homophobic attacks on social media directed at Aquiles Barboza, a cultural producer and cowboy from a Centro de Tradições Gaúchas, after he announced his participation in a folklore congress.
On the tour of 'connection with fans', two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge will run the marathon in Porto Alegre
Kenyan marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge will start a global tour in 2026 to connect with fans, including a stop at the Porto Alegre Marathon in Brazil.
Man convicted for attack against a group of Jews in 2005 is arrested in a high-end property in Porto Alegre
Leandro Comaru Jachetti, who was convicted for his involvement in a 2005 attack on a Jewish group in Porto Alegre, was arrested after being a fugitive since 2019.
Five Argentine startups will compete at South Summit Brazil
Five Argentine startups are set to represent the country at the South Summit Brazil, taking place in Porto Alegre from March 25 to 27, 2026.
Musician Juliano Garcia of Grupo Vibração dies at 30 after battle with leukemia
Juliano Garcia, a musician from Grupo Vibração, passed away at the age of 30 after a prolonged battle with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Porto Alegre.
Old pavement revealed by construction becomes an open archaeological site in the Historic Center of Porto Alegre; see IMAGES
An old pavement dating back to 1912-1928 was uncovered in Porto Alegre during revitalization works, creating the city's first open archaeological site.
Police set up office to investigate cases of burned buses in Porto Alegre
The Military Police Command of Porto Alegre has established a management office to investigate the recent arsons of buses in the city.
Woman imprisoned, tortured, and expelled from Brazil during the dictatorship will receive R$ 100,000 in compensation from the Union
A Federal Court in Porto Alegre has ordered the Brazilian government to pay R$ 100,000 to a woman who was imprisoned, tortured, and expelled from the country during the military dictatorship.
Four buses are set on fire in Porto Alegre, says Military Brigade
Four buses were set on fire in Porto Alegre, Brazil, by masked individuals in two locations on Monday afternoon.
Woman arrested on suspicion of torturing her children and sending videos of the abuse to their father in Porto Alegre
A 38-year-old woman was arrested in Porto Alegre for allegedly torturing her two young children and sending videos of the abuse to their father.
Every 10 residents of Porto Alegre, 3.6 are in debt, survey shows; check out investment tips
A survey indicates that 36% of Porto Alegre's residents are in debt, highlighting the discrepancy between financial perceptions and realities.
'Mirella, Letícia, Uliana': bloodied shoes mark Women's Day event and remember the names of the 20 femicide victims in RS
A Women's Day protest in Porto Alegre commemorated the names of 20 femicide victims in Rio Grande do Sul, highlighting rising violence against women.
International Women's Day: Meet Four Rectors of Public Universities in RS Who Inspire New Generations
The article highlights the achievements and impact of female rectors at public universities in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, particularly the University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre, which boasts a predominantly female student and staff body.
Fire Hits Social Club Headquarters in Noble Neighborhood of Porto Alegre
A fire broke out at the Associação Leopoldina Juvenil social club in Porto Alegre, Brazil, but there were no reported injuries and the fire is now under control.
Private Olympic pool, view of the Guaíba, and a lot of comfort: why did luxury real estate sales grow by 70% in Porto Alegre?
Luxury real estate sales in Porto Alegre, Brazil, have surged by over 70% from 2019 to 2025, driven by demand for exclusive spaces with high comfort and amenities.
City Hall delays payments for daycare centers serving 22 thousand children in Porto Alegre
Daycare centers in Porto Alegre serving around 22,000 children are facing delays in government funding due to the formalization of new contracts, but the education secretary assures that operations will not be disrupted.
Regions of forest, Gravataí River, and the PM family's site: where searches for the missing have been ongoing for 40 days in RS
The Civil Police in Brazil are conducting ongoing searches for the Aguiar family, who have been missing for over 40 days, amid suspicions surrounding a former partner of one of the missing individuals.
Chief of staff of former councilor in Porto Alegre arrested on suspicion of embezzling R$ 1.2 million in parliamentary amendments
The former chief of staff of Porto Alegre councilor Airto Ferronato, Vinícius de Araújo Pacheco, was arrested for allegedly embezzling R$ 1.2 million from mandatory parliamentary amendments.
Porto Alegre records highest rate of harassment among capitals and lowest perception of domestic inequality, survey points out
A survey reveals that Porto Alegre has the highest percentage of women reporting harassment while simultaneously showing low recognition of domestic inequality in task division.
Musician returns to the stage after being attacked with a trophy and suffering eye trauma in RS; MP denounced ex-producer
Musician Julio Reny is set to return to performing after recovering from serious injuries sustained during an attack in November 2025.
Woman arrested in RS for illegal sale of banned weight-loss medications in Brazil
A woman has been arrested in Porto Alegre, Brazil, for selling illegal injectable medications used for weight loss, including substances prohibited in the country.
Daycare teachers in RS arrested on suspicion of sedating children to make them sleep
Two daycare teachers from a private institution in Alvorada, Brazil, were arrested for allegedly sedating children to facilitate their care and are also suspected of physical and psychological abuse.
Missing family in RS: police will check 6,000 vehicles of the same color and model seen at Silvana's house
The Civil Police in Brazil are undertaking a task force to locate a vehicle associated with the disappearance of a family in the Porto Alegre area.
Law professor arrested after rape allegations is prohibited by the court from exposing victims' messages on social media
A law professor and lawyer in Brazil has been arrested and barred from sharing messages from his alleged victims on social media after facing multiple rape allegations.
Law professor accused of rape and other crimes against 10 women in RS is arrested
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.
Carnival parades in Porto Alegre attract an audience of 50,000 people
The Porto Alegre carnival parades concluded with approximately 50,000 attendees over the weekend.
'They are Alice': the legacy of the veterinarian graduate who died at a concert and left more than 20 dogs for her family
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.
Radars that fine for running red lights go into operation in Porto Alegre this Sunday; see locations
Red light violation detection radars begin operations in Porto Alegre, Brazil, starting this Sunday, with plans for more installations in the coming months.
Casa dos Raros celebrates 3 years and reduces the journey for diagnosing rare diseases in RS; learn how to seek care
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.
She left college, bet on brigadeiros, and today earns R$ 108 thousand a month
A small confectionery in Porto Alegre, Brazil, has transformed its business model by offering brigadeiro buffet services, significantly increasing its revenue.
First sentence under the new femicide law in Porto Alegre sentences defendant to 24 years in prison
Porto Alegre has witnessed its first conviction under the new femicide law, with a man sentenced to 24 years for killing his partner.
Designer is suspected of keeping money from samba schools and not delivering Carnival costumes in RS
A designer in Porto Alegre is under investigation for allegedly taking money from samba schools without delivering the promised Carnival costumes.
Root Barbecue: Why Meat Priced Below R$ 20 Per Kilo and Over One Thousand Tons Sold in 2025 is the Favorite of the Gauchos
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.