Killed municipal secretary received threats from a faction due to police action in the city, says family
Family members of the murdered municipal secretary reported receiving threats from a criminal faction leader demanding political influence to reduce police activity in their city.
Body of man found floating at Praia do Olho D’Água in São Luís
A man's body was found floating in Praia do Olho D’Água in São Luís, Brazil, prompting police and emergency response actions.
Women arrested for involvement in the murder of municipal secretary in interior Ceará
Two women have been arrested in connection with the murder of Ricardo Abreu Barroso, the municipal secretary of São Luís do Curu, shot dead in a commercial establishment.
Turtle and dolphin found dead on São Luís beach raise environmental alert
A green turtle and a Sotalia guianensis dolphin were found dead on a beach in São Luís, prompting environmental concerns and highlighting the threats marine animals face.
Sesc-MA opens 80 free spots for pre-professional courses in São Luís; find out who can register
Sesc-MA has announced the opening of 80 free spots for pre-professional courses in São Luís, with registrations starting on March 23 and ending on April 1.
Off-duty police officer prevents potential feminicide by disarming suspect, who flees before police arrive in São Luís
An off-duty military police officer prevented a potential feminicide by disarming a suspect who was armed and arguing with his partner in São Luís, Brazil.
Video shows the moment a municipal secretary is shot dead in the interior of Ceará
A security camera video captures the shooting of Ricardo Abreu Barroso, the Secretary of Administration of São Luís do Curu, in Ceará, Brazil.
MP-MA recommends termination of the contract between the City Hall and the Via SL consortium that operates public transport in São Luís
The Maranhão Public Ministry has recommended that the São Luís City Hall terminate its contract with the Via SL consortium due to consistent failures in public transport services.
Municipal Secretary Shot Dead in Interior of Ceará
Ricardo Abreu Barroso, the municipal secretary of Administration in São Luís do Curu, Brazil, was shot dead in the city center on Thursday morning.
São Luís will have daily direct flights to Rio de Janeiro starting in April
São Luís is set to offer daily direct flights to Rio de Janeiro starting in April, enhancing travel options for passengers.
Couple suspected of setting fire to a store in São Luís claims to have acted on behalf of a police officer linked to the ex-husband of the owner
A couple has been arrested in São Luís for allegedly setting fire to a clothing store upon the orders of a police officer connected to the store owner's ex-husband.
Criminals set up barricades on BR-135 and loot truckloads in São Luís
Criminals have been setting up barricades on the BR-135 in São Luís, looting truckloads of agricultural goods, creating fear among drivers.
Federal Police targets group suspected of large-scale drug trafficking in Greater São Luís; R$ 297 million blocked
The Brazilian Federal Police has launched an operation targeting a group suspected of trafficking significant amounts of cocaine and crack in Greater São Luís, with R$ 297 million blocked in assets.
App driver rescued by the police after kidnapping in São Luís; four suspects were arrested in the act
An app driver was rescued by the Maranhão State Military Police after being kidnapped in São Luís, leading to the arrest of four suspects, one of whom was shot during the operation.
Arrested suspect in the murder of a prison guard in Matinha; another suspect is at large
A man has been arrested in São Luís for the murder of prison guard Domingos Macal Ferreira, known as 'Romário,' with another suspect still at large.
Urban buses resume partial service after strike suspension in São Luís
Urban buses in São Luís partially resumed operations following the suspension of a strike by transport workers after an agreement was reached regarding unpaid wages.
Federal Police seize half a ton of cocaine and arrest five men in São Luís
The Federal Police seized half a ton of cocaine and arrested five men during an operation in São Luís, Brazil.
Bus Drivers' Strike Suspended and Buses Return to Circulate in São Luís on Tuesday (17)
The bus drivers' strike in São Luís has been suspended, allowing public transportation to resume operations starting Tuesday morning after a negotiation between labor representatives and transportation companies.
Senai-MA opens 50 free spots for plumbing installer course in São Luís
Senai-MA has announced 50 free spots for a plumbing installer course aimed at low-income individuals in São Luís.
VIDEO: App driver loses control of car and invades house in São Francisco neighborhood, São Luís
An app driver lost control of his car and crashed into a house in the São Francisco neighborhood of São Luís, Brazil, causing significant property damage but no injuries.
Federal Police seizes illegal weight loss pens at São Luís Airport
The Federal Police seized illegal weight loss pens containing tirzepatide at São Luís International Airport, which were being transported without sanitary authorization.
Partial Strike Reaches 4th Day and Urban Buses Remain Stationary in São Luís
Urban bus drivers in São Luís continue a partial strike into its fourth day, with no resolution in sight for their wage dispute.
VIDEO: Streets and avenues of São Luís are flooded after rain hit the region this Sunday (15)
Heavy rainfall on Sunday (15) caused significant flooding in several streets and avenues of São Luís, Brazil, affecting traffic and residents.
Partial bus strike in São Luís reaches its 3rd day this Sunday
A partial bus strike in São Luís, Brazil, has entered its third day with no agreement in sight between workers and employers over delayed salary adjustments.
VIDEO: Dump truck loaded with debris overturns near São Luís airport
A dump truck loaded with debris overturned near São Luís airport, blocking part of the road; no injuries have been reported yet.
Man arrested suspected of participating in robbery in São Luís; elderly couple was assaulted during the robbery
A suspect has been arrested in São Luís, Brazil, linked to a robbery where an elderly couple was assaulted and valuables worth over R$ 60,000 were stolen.
Historical heritage of São Luís suffers accelerated degradation; more than 100 old buildings are at risk
More than 100 historic buildings in São Luís, Brazil, are at risk of collapse due to accelerated degradation and neglect, raising concerns among local residents.
Accident on highway kills motorcyclist in the interior of SP
A motorcyclist died in an accident on the Luís Augusto de Oliveira highway in São Carlos, SP, on the night of Friday, the 13th.
Suspect in the death of the prison officer in Matinha is arrested in São Luís
A 31-year-old man suspected of involvement in the murder of prison officer Domingos Macau Ferreira has been arrested in São Luís, Brazil.
Sequence of crimes includes attempted robbery with homicide, kidnapping and assaults in Greater São Luís
A series of violent crimes occurred in Greater São Luís, Brazil, involving attempted robbery with homicide, kidnapping, and armed assaults, prompting police investigations.
Woman gives birth inside firefighters' gym in São Luís
A woman successfully gave birth to a baby girl in a firefighter training center in São Luís, Brazil, on a recent Friday night, with both mother and child reported to be in good health.
Federal Court condemns Caixa and three construction companies for environmental damages in the Mato Grosso Residential in São Luís
The Federal Court in Brazil has found Caixa Econômica Federal and three construction firms liable for environmental damages caused during the construction of the Mato Grosso Residential project in São Luís.
Partial bus strike in São Luís enters its 2nd day without a forecast for resuming activities
The bus strike in São Luís has continued into its second day with no indication of when services will resume, affecting many commuters.
Lack of urban buses in São Luís hampers commuting and daily routine of passengers
The strike by bus drivers in São Luís has caused significant disruptions to public transport, leaving many passengers struggling to navigate the city without urban buses.
Man suspected of robbing a financial institution arrested in operation in São Luís
A man suspected of being involved in a bank heist in São Luís was arrested during a police operation.
Victim recounts moments of despair in bus accident on the Washington Luís Highway in the interior of SP: 'Everyone started screaming'
A victim of the bus accident involving a truck on the Washington Luís Highway in Brazil recounted the panic during the incident, which left 13 people injured.
Partial bus strike affects daily life and users face difficulties to move around São Luís
A partial bus strike in São Luís, Brazil, has disrupted public transport and forced thousands of commuters to find alternative ways to reach their destinations.
Man arrested for suspected rape of his stepdaughter in São José de Ribamar, near São Luís
A man has been arrested on suspicion of repeatedly sexually abusing his stepdaughter in São José de Ribamar, Brazil.
Uber launches option for female users to choose trips with female drivers in São Luís
Uber has introduced a new feature in São Luís, Brazil, allowing female users to select rides exclusively with female drivers.
Procon bans gas pumps at a gas station on Avenida dos Holandeses for fuel irregularities
Procon has shut down the fuel pumps at São Marcos gas station in São Luís due to irregularities found in the gasoline quality.
Partial strike leaves São Luís without urban buses after delay in payment to drivers
A partial strike by bus drivers in São Luís has halted urban bus operations due to wage payment delays, while semi-urban services remain mostly unaffected.
After federal police search against Maranhão blogger, Minister Flávio Dino says his movements were being illegally monitored
Minister Flávio Dino claims that his movements in São Luís, Maranhão, were illegally monitored, following a federal police operation against blogger Luís Pablo connected to allegations of persecution.
‘Mission Refuge’ premieres in cinemas in São Luís; see the schedule
The film ‘Mission Refuge’ premieres in São Luís cinemas, featuring an ex-hitman who confronts his past to save an orphaned girl.
Maranhão Court Convicts Ride-hailing Companies to Organize Airport Embarkation in São Luís
A court in Maranhão has ordered ride-hailing companies Uber, 99, and InDrive to create and organize specific embarkation and disembarkation points at São Luís International Airport.
Irregular Medications and Electronics Seized During Inspection at São Luís Airport
The Federal Police seized irregular medications and electronics at Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport in São Luís during a routine inspection.
SENAI opens 85 vacancies for free qualification courses in São Luís; see how to enroll
SENAI is offering 85 free vocational training positions in São Luís, Brazil, for various courses including computer operator, industrial electrician, and confectioner.
World Kidney Day marks the beginning of prevention and screening actions in São Luís; see the schedule of services
World Kidney Day will kick off a series of health education activities and chronic kidney disease screening in São Luís, Brazil.
Lawyer reported by daughter for abuse is arrested on suspicion of producing sexual content with minors in MA
A lawyer in São Luís, Brazil, was arrested for allegedly producing sexual content involving minors after being reported for sexual abuse by his daughter.
Change in musical taste threatens São Luís as the capital of reggae
A federal recognition of São Luís as the national capital of reggae is jeopardized by a drastic decline in the genre's popularity among young residents.
Truck overturning causes congestion on highway in the interior of SP
The overturning of a truck caused significant traffic congestion on the Washington Luís highway in São José do Rio Preto, SP.