Entrance to Cidade Satélite on BR-101 has Closure for Sanitation Work
The access road to Cidade Satélite in the Pitimbu neighborhood will be closed for a month due to sanitation works by the Companhia de Águas e Esgotos do Rio Grande do Norte.
With the presence of Flávio Bolsonaro, Álvaro Dias formalizes his affiliation to the PL
Álvaro Dias, a former mayor and candidate for the government of Rio Grande do Norte, officially joined the Liberal Party with Flávio Bolsonaro in attendance.
Inmet warns of heavy rains in Natal and more than 150 cities in RN; see list
The Brazilian meteorological institute Inmet has issued a yellow alert for heavy rains in Natal and over 150 cities in the state of Rio Grande do Norte.
Walter Alves announces that he will remain as vice-governor until the end of his term
Walter Alves confirmed that he will continue as vice-governor of Rio Grande do Norte until December 2026, while expressing his intention to run for state deputy.
Zaira Cruz Case: Public Prosecutor Appeals Decision Allowing Convicted Police Officer to Semi-open Regime and Requests Criminal Analysis
The Public Prosecutor's Office in Rio Grande do Norte has appealed a court decision permitting military police officer Pedro Inácio Araújo de Maria to serve his sentence in a semi-open regime after being convicted of the murder and rape of Zaira Cruz.
RN Courts Orders Platform to Return 120,000 Air Miles to Fraud Victim
A court in Rio Grande do Norte has ruled that an air miles program must return 120,000 miles to a customer who was a victim of fraud.
Operation against criminal organization in Alto Oeste of RN
A police operation in Rio Grande do Norte led to the arrest of eight individuals and the apprehension of a minor suspected of being involved with a criminal organization in the Alto Oeste region.
Rio Grande do Norte registers 1,900 lightning strikes in 24 hours
Rio Grande do Norte experienced 1,908 lightning strikes within 24 hours, causing damage to homes in Baraúna and Mossoró, but fortunately no injuries were reported.
Registrations for the Unified Contest of RN are open; learn how to sign up
Registrations for the Unified Public Contest of Rio Grande do Norte are now open, offering 175 immediate job vacancies in state agencies with varying initial salaries.
Saint Joseph's Day: Understand the relationship of the date with expectations of good rains in the Potiguar backcountry
In Brazil, the Day of Saint Joseph is celebrated by communities in the Potiguar backcountry, symbolizing hopes for upcoming rainfall in the arid regions.
MP opens procedure to investigate the rise in fuel prices in RN
The Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio Grande do Norte has initiated a procedure to investigate potential abusive practices related to the recent hikes in gasoline and diesel prices in the state.
Teachers in RN have a 5.4% salary increase approved by ALRN
The Rio Grande do Norte State Legislative Assembly approved a 5.4% salary increase for teachers and specialists in state education, linked to the national pay floor set by the federal government.
Inmet maintains alert for intense rains throughout Rio Grande do Norte
The National Institute of Meteorology has issued an alert for intense rains and possible winds in Rio Grande do Norte, affecting multiple states in the Northeast of Brazil.
Police vehicle destroyed by fire in RN city; police investigate if fire was arson
A police vehicle in Jandaíra, Rio Grande do Norte, was destroyed by fire, prompting an investigation into whether the incident was arson.
Operation against illegal raffles promoted by digital influencers arrests 4 people in RN; Justice blocks R$ 14.8 million
An operation in Rio Grande do Norte led to the arrest of four individuals involved in illegal raffles promoted by digital influencers, with authorities blocking R$ 14.8 million linked to their activities.
Fátima Bezerra announces that she will remain in the RN government until the end of her term
The Governor of Rio Grande do Norte, Fátima Bezerra, confirmed that she will stay in office until her term ends in December, despite earlier expectations that she would leave to run for the Senate.
Inmet issues new alert for heavy rains across the RN this Tuesday (17)
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall across all cities in Rio Grande do Norte, predicting precipitation of 20 to 30 millimeters per hour and the possibility of strong winds.
Senac opens more than 3,000 free spots in face-to-face and distance courses in RN
Senac RN has opened over 3,000 free spots for professional qualification courses, with registrations starting on March 17.
Marielle Case: Former Delegate Rivaldo Barbosa Leaves Prison in RN for Transfer to RJ
Former delegate Rivaldo Barbosa, convicted for his role in the Marielle Franco case, has been transferred from a federal prison in Rio Grande do Norte to a penitentiary in Rio de Janeiro.
Port of Natal: Codern publishes public competition notice with initial salaries of up to R$ 5,700
The Port of Natal has announced a public competition offering immediate job openings and additional positions for various roles, with salaries reaching up to R$ 5,700.
Baker charges R$ 76 for cupcakes in court, but is ordered to pay R$ 1,500 for calling client a 'deadbeat'
A baker in Rio Grande do Norte won a court ruling to charge a customer for unpaid cupcakes but was penalized for publicly insulting her on social media.
Discover the Scenarios in RN Where Scenes of 'The Nobility of Love', the New Globo TV Soap Opera, Were Filmed
The new Globo TV soap opera 'The Nobility of Love' was filmed in beautiful natural locations in Rio Grande do Norte, highlighting local scenery and talent.
'The Oscar goes to Tânia Maria': small town in Rio Grande do Norte holds its own award ceremony for actress from 'The Secret Agent'
A small community in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, held a star-studded event to honor actress Tânia Maria for her recent national recognition.
Easter is expected to generate around 4,000 temporary jobs in supermarkets in RN, says association
The Easter holiday is projected to create approximately 4,000 temporary jobs in supermarkets across Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, driven by increased demand for chocolate and holiday-related products.
Inmet issues alert for heavy rains in all regions of RN
The National Institute of Meteorology in Brazil issues a yellow alert for potential heavy rains across all regions of Rio Grande do Norte.
Manufacturer and dealership ordered to pay customer who had car in repair for over two months
A car manufacturer and dealership in Rio Grande do Norte have been ordered by the court to compensate a customer for his financial losses due to an extended repair period of over two months.
Businessman from RN found dead in abandoned truck in MT
Sebastião Pereira da Cunha Neto, a 31-year-old businessman from Rio Grande do Norte, was discovered dead in an abandoned vehicle in Mato Grosso, prompting an investigation into his murder.
Inmet expands alert for intense rains across all of Rio Grande do Norte
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued an expanded yellow alert for intense rain across all cities in the state of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, advising residents to take precautions from the night of the 13th through the 14th.
Man arrested for allegedly keeping his partner in captivity in RN
A 30-year-old man was arrested in Brazil's Rio Grande do Norte for allegedly keeping his partner in captivity and abusing her.
Electoral Justice maintains cassation of mayor and vice of Maxaranguape
The Electoral Court of Rio Grande do Norte upheld the cassation of the mayor and vice mayor of Maxaranguape due to abuse of political and economic power during the 2024 elections.
The Theatrical Solo Festival of RN starts this Friday (13) with free programming in Natal
The first edition of the Theatrical Solo Festival in Rio Grande do Norte starts this Friday in Natal with a free schedule of performances and activities.
Military man sentenced for psychological violence against ex-partner in RN
A military man was sentenced to one year in prison for psychological violence committed against his ex-partner in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.
RN confirms two first cases of mpox in the state in 2026
The state of Rio Grande do Norte in Brazil reported its first two cases of mpox in 2026, neither requiring hospitalization.
TRE-RN sets up service posts in shopping malls to regularize 139,000 voters; deadline is May 6
The Regional Electoral Court of Rio Grande do Norte has opened service posts in shopping malls to assist 139,000 voters with biometric registration before the May 6 deadline.
Inmet warns of rain in 67 cities in Rio Grande do Norte; see list
The National Institute of Meteorology in Brazil has issued rain alerts affecting 67 municipalities in Rio Grande do Norte, with potential rainfall expected until Friday.
RN Government bans the appointment of those convicted of femicide to commissioned positions
The government of Rio Grande do Norte has enacted a law prohibiting the appointment of individuals convicted of femicide to commissioned positions in state administration.
More than 40% of restaurants in RN are in debt, says Abrasel; one in four had losses in January
Over 40% of bars and restaurants in Rio Grande do Norte were in debt in January, with one in four reporting financial losses according to a study by Abrasel.
Dnit authorizes mining company to change layout of BR-226 to expand gold exploration in RN
Aura Minerals has secured approval from Brazil's National Department of Transport Infrastructure (Dnit) to alter the route of BR-226, allowing for the expansion of gold mining operations in Rio Grande do Norte.
Burnt Hands and Child Labor: Challenges of Craft Production of Cashew Nuts in Rio Grande do Norte
The article discusses the significant challenges faced by small producers of cashew nuts in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, including child labor and the lack of protective equipment which leads to injuries among workers.
Ministry of Justice requests investigation into fuel price increase in RN
The National Consumer Secretary has requested an investigation into recent fuel price hikes in Rio Grande do Norte, despite unchanged prices from the main national supplier, Petrobras.
Court orders compensation of R$ 120,000 and lifetime pension for victim of medical negligence in maternity hospital in RN
A court in Rio Grande do Norte determined compensation and a lifetime pension for a victim of medical negligence from 19 years ago.
VIDEO: Police investigate assault on delivery driver at restaurant in Natal
Police in Rio Grande do Norte are investigating an assault on a delivery driver that occurred outside a restaurant in Natal.
IFRN offers 510 spots in technical courses integrated with EJA
The Federal Institute of Rio Grande do Norte (IFRN) has opened 510 spots in initial and continuing education courses integrated with Youth and Adult Education (EJA) for the first semester of 2026.
Public competition of the Public Prosecutor's Office of RN has 22 legal analyst vacancies and a salary of almost R$ 9 thousand
The Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, announced a public competition for 22 legal analyst positions with a salary of R$ 8,977.79, and it aims to promote diversity in hiring.
Inmet issues warning for heavy rains in all cities of Rio Grande do Norte
The National Meteorology Institute (Inmet) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rains affecting all cities in Rio Grande do Norte, valid until the end of the day on Tuesday, October 9.
Protests cause blockades on BR-101 and BR-405 in RN
Protests by the Landless Workers' Movement (MST) are blocking two federal highways in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, highlighting women's issues and environmental concerns.
Bridge that 'shakes' during vehicle passage in RN is closed; see alternative routes
The bridge linking the municipalities of Alto do Rodrigues and Carnaubais in Rio Grande do Norte has been closed by the local authority due to safety concerns after it was observed shaking during vehicle transit.
RN opens 1,164 formal job positions in January, according to Caged
Rio Grande do Norte created 1,164 formal job openings in January 2026, signaling a recovery in employment after previous losses.
VIDEO: Asphalt on bridge in RN has cracks and 'wobbles' with vehicles passing through
A bridge on RN-408 in Brazil exhibits significant structural issues, including cracks and movement under vehicle weight, prompting inspections and reports from local authorities.
RN confirms second case of superfungus Candida auris in hospital
The state of Rio Grande do Norte in Brazil has confirmed a second case of the superfungus Candida auris in a hospital, affecting an elderly woman with multiple health issues.