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Rio Branco, the capital of Acre, Brazil, is reported to invest the least in basic sanitation per resident, with only R$ 8.99 allocated, far below the recommended standards.

Tião Bocalom, the mayor of Rio Branco, has officially announced his pre-candidacy for the government of Acre in the 2026 elections.

Two hunters were rescued after spending four days lost in the forest near Rio Cruzeiro do Vale in Acre, Brazil.

The Acre River's water level in Rio Branco has decreased to 9.90 meters, following over a week of excessive flooding above the alert level.

A hunter discovered a decomposed body in Acre, believed to belong to an 87-year-old man who went missing two months ago.

Brazil's news coverage includes a police operation in Rio leading to several fatalities, the US maintaining interest rates amidst Middle Eastern conflicts, and various incidents of violence in urban areas.

João Batista da Silva, 69, has been indicted for the murder of Marcelo da Silva de Alencar, a homeless man, in Rio Branco, Acre.

Delegate Marcos Frank has been sentenced to 6 years and 9 months for shooting at a parked car in Rio Branco, Brazil, and is expected to lose his positions in the penitentiary administration.

The mother of Roger da Silva Matos, who disappeared a year ago while swimming in the Rio Acre, expressed her ongoing sorrow and the lack of closure regarding her son's fate.

Aldine Montenegro, a history teacher and DJ from Acre, Brazil, skillfully manages her dual career amidst a passion for music influenced by her musical family.

The water level of the Rio Acre has been above the attention level for five days, currently measuring 11.16 meters in Rio Branco, Brazil.

A suspect involved in the murder of Antônio Marcelino da Silva Conceição in Rio Branco was arrested in Campo Grande, Brazil, after nine months of investigation.

With the help of sniffer dogs, the Civil Police found the remains of a body believed to be Jardeilson da Silva, missing since last December in Rio Branco, Brazil.

Four individuals have been indicted to stand trial for their alleged involvement in a massacre that left five dead in Rio Branco, Brazil, in November 2023.

The Acre River in Rio Branco has surpassed the alert level, measuring 11.13 meters due to recent rainfall.

The Federal Institute of Acre (Ifac) has opened 30 remaining spots for free Spanish courses at the Rio Branco campus, available to students, staff, and community members with basic knowledge of the language.

The river level of Acre in the Brazilian capital has risen to 10.49 meters, surpassing the alert level again due to recent rainfall.

The Rio Acre has risen above the attention level to 10.33 meters after being below 10 meters for nearly a month, prompting concerns over potential flooding.

Residents of Rio Branco affected by the floods of the Acre River can apply for the Calamity Withdrawal from the Guarantee Fund for Length of Service starting Monday, April 9.

The Court of Justice of Acre has upheld the convictions of Ruan Alves da Silva and Samuel Filho da Silva Ferreira for the murder of 16-year-old Andriel Oliveira da Silva.

Residents of Rio Branco affected by the floods of the Acre River can apply for the Calamity Withdrawal from the FGTS starting April 6, 2023.

An employee of the Acre State Court of Accounts, Maurício Drago, faces allegations of physically assaulting a neighbor during a dispute in Rio Branco.

Acre's court has denied a habeas corpus request for four Vasco-AC players accused of collective rape against two women, keeping them imprisoned in Rio Branco.

A man in Rio Branco, Brazil, died after falling 10 meters following an electric shock while attempting to cut power lines.

The Creative and Circular Economy Fair in downtown Rio Branco aims to promote local entrepreneurship and the economic autonomy of women.

Luiz Carlos Ferreira de Araújo, a 29-year-old in Rio Branco, Brazil, was beaten to death in an incident involving witness reports of screams for help.

Brazil's Education Minister Camilo Santana announced over R$ 120 million in federal investments for the Federal University of Acre (Ufac) and the Federal Institute of Acre (Ifac) during a visit to Rio Branco.

A Brazilian police officer has been sentenced to over six years in prison for running over and killing a woman in Rio Branco, Acre.

The Juruá River overflowed for the third time in less than two months, affecting several neighborhoods and rural communities in Cruzeiro do Sul, Acre.

An investigation into medical negligence has been initiated concerning the death of 84-year-old retired teacher Nadir Nazaré Gomes de Souza after poor sodium management in a hospital in Rio Branco, Brazil.

The article reports on various news highlights, including incidents in Mexico, developments in Brazil's 'Minha Casa, Minha Vida' program, and adverse weather conditions affecting the São Paulo coastline and the Greater Rio area.

The court in Acre has denied the request to annul the preventive arrest of Roni Cley de Souza Figueiredo, suspected of murdering Alan Victor da Silva in early January.

A lawyer in Brazil, Aluísio Veras de Almeida Neto, was arrested on suspicion of rape and had his registration suspended by the Order of Attorneys of Brazil, Acre section.

The Public Prosecutor's Office of Acre will investigate a tribute made to Vasco-AC players who are held on suspicion of gang rape.

A former bank correspondent was arrested in Rio Branco, Brazil, on suspicion of leading a fraud scheme targeting retirees, pensioners, and civil servants.

A horse showing signs of mistreatment was rescued by firefighters in Rio Branco, Brazil, after being reported by a passerby.

The Viradouro samba school excelled in the Rio Carnival, winning first place in all categories and celebrating its recent victories while other schools faced disappointment.

The article highlights key events from the February 17th edition of the Acre Journal, focusing on the finale of Rio's Carnival and various significant news stories.

A lawyer in Rio Branco, Brazil, has been arrested on charges of rape and false imprisonment after a man reported the incident to the police.

A series of events and happenings from Rio de Janeiro are reported, including the death of legendary actor Robert Duvall, a Carnival celebration, and political criticism regarding a tribute to former President Lula.

An 18-year-old driver, who fatally struck pastor Leonildo Ferreira de Souza, 65, in Rio Branco, Brazil, does not possess a driver's license according to police reports.

The 'Vai Quem Quer' bloc, a traditional street carnival group in Acre, has gathered a large crowd in Rio Branco for their festive parade celebrating community and cultural tradition.

An evangelical pastor was tragically killed in a road accident in Rio Branco, Brazil, after leaving church on Sunday morning.

A capybara was spotted in a supermarket in Rio Branco, Acre, and was removed by security personnel using a shopping cart.

The water level of the Rio Acre has decreased by over 6 meters in the first two weeks of February, reaching 9.14 meters after peaking at 15.27 meters earlier this month.

The first night of Carnival 2026 in Rio Branco includes a selection for the royal titles despite the cancellation of the public Carnival program due to floods in Acre.

After flooding from the Acre River, 39 families in Rio Branco have returned home, although some families continue to face housing challenges due to structural risks.

The level of the Rio Acre has exceeded 10 meters for the fifth time in two months, prompting ongoing concerns regarding flood impacts in Rio Branco.

The Acre Music School is offering 459 free spots for new students in 2026, with registrations starting on Wednesday, October 12.

The state of Acre in Brazil will observe a mandatory holiday during Carnival, affecting various services and establishments from February 16 to February 18.