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The government of Rio Grande do Sul has terminated its contract with IMC Tecnologia due to a loss of trust in the company's ability to effectively block phone and internet signals in prisons.

Severe storms and high temperatures are expected in Rio Grande do Sul today, with alerts issued by the National Institute of Meteorology for heavy rainfall and strong winds.

Authorities in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, are introducing new tools to combat violence against women, including a digital map of available services and a panic button system.

Two tourists from Rio Grande do Sul, who were shot in a land dispute area in Bahia, have been discharged from the hospital a week after the incident.

An outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1) has been confirmed in wild birds at the Lagoa da Mangueira in the Taim Ecological Reserve, Rio Grande do Sul.

A man was arrested in Venâncio Aires, Brazil, for violating a protective measure in a domestic violence case, making him the first individual in Rio Grande do Sul to face charges for femicide.

Former Lajeado mayor Marcelo Caumo was released by Federal Justice after being arrested due to allegations of misappropriation of public funds for flood recovery in Rio Grande do Sul.

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.

Eduardo Leite, the governor of Rio Grande do Sul, expressed his ambition to be the presidential candidate for the PSD party, emphasizing the need for depolarization in Brazil.

The government of Rio Grande do Sul is monitoring over 900 aggressors with electronic ankle bracelets, while around 12,000 protective measures are currently active in the state.

A metal structure of a bridge under construction collapsed on BR-470 in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, with no reported injuries.

A 58-year-old man, missing for two days after leaving Rio Grande do Sul, was found injured in a ravine in Bom Retiro, Santa Catarina.

Specialists warn about a growing scam in Rio Grande do Sul where fraudsters impersonate lawyers using real data to deceive victims.

March is expected to be hot with low rainfall in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, as temperatures are anticipated to rise significantly across the region.

In January 2026, Rio Grande do Sul emerged as the leading state for foreign tourist arrivals in Brazil, surpassing traditional destinations like Rio de Janeiro and the Northeast beaches.

Silvana Germann de Aguiar, a 48-year-old woman, has been registered as a potential victim of femicide in Rio Grande do Sul after being missing since January 24, 2026.

A grape fair in Caxias do Sul, Brazil, is showcasing nearly 200 varieties of grapes and offering free guided tastings until March 8.

The city of Bagé in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, is implementing daily water rationing for 12 hours due to critically low reservoir levels and a lack of rain forecasts.

Eduardo Leite, the governor of Rio Grande do Sul and a pre-candidate for the presidency of Brazil, has proposed a minimum age of 60 or 65 for ministers of the Supreme Federal Court (STF).

Flávio Bolsonaro attends the launch of Luciano Zucco's pre-campaign for the governorship of Rio Grande do Sul, aiming to unite right-wing parties for the upcoming elections.

The prosecutor's office in Rio Grande do Sul has charged former law professor Conrado Paulino da Rosa with sexual crimes against ten women, including rape and psychological violence.

The population of Rio Grande do Sul is mobilizing to assist communities in Minas Gerais affected by intense rains and landslides.

Former Lajeado mayor Marcelo Caumo has been arrested on suspicion of embezzlement related to reconstruction efforts following the 2024 flood disaster in Rio Grande do Sul.

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.

Retailers in Brazil are alarmed by new tax rules introduced in São Paulo and Rio Grande do Sul that may threaten their financial stability.

Silvana Germann de Aguiar, missing since January 24, has been officially classified as the 20th feminicide victim in Rio Grande do Sul as authorities investigate her disappearance alongside that of her parents, who have also been missing for a month.

Two tourists from Rio Grande do Sul were shot in Bahia during a land dispute and are now recovering in intensive care after surgery.

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 Civil Police have enough evidence to indict the sole suspect, Cristiano Domingues Francisco, in the disappearance of the Aguiar family in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul.

A law professor in Rio Grande do Sul has been accused of multiple sexual offenses against ten women, including rape and psychological violence, following a comprehensive investigation.

Two tourists from Rio Grande do Sul were shot at while driving near an Indigenous protest in Prado, Bahia, with no arrests made yet.

Two elderly individuals were killed after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a road in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

The body of former councilwoman Roseli Vanda Pires Albuquerque was buried in Rio Grande do Sul following her murder, with her ex-husband found dead at the scene as a suspect.

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.

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.

A range of news highlights from Brazil, including a tragic delta wing accident, the deaths of cyclists in Rio Grande do Sul, a controversial legal case, and international agreements involving Brazil and India.

Heavy rains in areas of Rio, two cyclists died in Rio Grande do Sul, and Brazil signed a mineral agreement with India.

Roseli Vanda Pires Albuquerque, a government employee in Brazil, was found dead in her apartment, and her ex-husband, the main suspect, also died at the scene in what has been classified as feminicide.

During the Grape Festival in Caxias do Sul, a special dessert called 'Saguzaço' is being prepared using 300 liters of wine, celebrating the region's rich tradition and impact of grape cultivation.

Two cyclists were killed in a car accident on ERS-115 in Três Coroas, Rio Grande do Sul, early Saturday morning.

Over 30,000 serious traffic violations in Rio Grande do Sul have expired, allowing offenders to avoid penalties, as the Federal Public Ministry investigates the lack of enforcement.

Two councilors from the São Gabriel City Council in Rio Grande do Sul were removed from their positions due to suspicions of embezzlement, as police executed search and seizure warrants.

A police officer, Cristiano Domingues Francisco, is being questioned in connection with the disappearance of three family members in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

A severe storm in Palmeira das Missões, Northern Rio Grande do Sul, has left significant destruction and affected nearly 2,000 residents, prompting the local government to declare a state of emergency.

Almost 400 marine animals have been found dead along the southern coast of Rio Grande do Sul in January, primarily due to increased fishing activity during the summer.

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.

A large fire has broken out in a commercial building in Gravataí, a city in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, prompting a response from multiple firefighting units.

Flights operated by Aerolíneas Argentinas from Rio Grande do Sul to Buenos Aires have been canceled due to a nationwide general strike in Argentina.

Passo Fundo is set to unveil the tallest residential building in Rio Grande do Sul, marking significant growth in the local real estate market.

Three family members from Lagoa Vermelha, Brazil, were killed in a car accident in Santa Catarina, while the driver remains in critical condition.