Teenager drowns in reservoir in the rural area of Belém do São Francisco
A 14-year-old boy, Paulo Fernando, drowned in a reservoir in Belém do São Francisco, prompting condolences from local authorities.
Francisco Marengo Street has one car stolen per week and leads ranking; see most targeted streets in São Paulo
Francisco Marengo Street in Tatuapé, São Paulo, has the highest car theft rate in the city, with an average of one vehicle stolen each week last year.
Itinerant Public Ministry serves riverside communities in Northern MG
The Itinerant Public Ministry of Minas Gerais will provide services to riverside communities along the São Francisco River from March 2 to 13.
Heavy rains reduce water production and may affect supply in 12 cities in Sergipe
Heavy rains in the São Francisco River basin have decreased water treatment production in Sergipe, impacting the water supply to 12 municipalities.
Body of woman who died after car was swept away during rain at the border of Sergipe and Alagoas is buried
The body of Solange Lima da Silva, who died when her car was swept away by floodwaters, was buried in Canindé de São Francisco, while search efforts for her husband, Elian Caetano Torres, continue.
Highway collapses and is closed after heavy rains at the border of Sergipe and Alagoas
The AL-225 highway between Canindé de São Francisco and Piranhas was closed after heavy rainfall caused it to collapse, with emergency services assessing the situation.
Ibama seizes 'communal' monkey known as Mochila in RS; entity explains risks of domestication
The Brazilian environmental agency Ibama seized a 'communal' monkey named Mochila in São Francisco de Assis, sparking protests from locals who regarded the animal as a city mascot.
More than 20 students from Candeias are not attending classes in 2026 due to lack of transportation to São Francisco de Paula
Over 25 students from rural communities in Candeias, Brazil, have been unable to attend school due to transportation issues with the neighboring municipality of São Francisco de Paula.
1926: King of Italy awards decoration to industrialist Francisco Matarazzo
The King of Italy, Vittorio Emanuele III, has awarded the Grand Cord of the Crown to Francisco Matarazzo, an Italian immigrant in São Paulo, recognizing his contributions as a prominent industrialist.
Heavy rain causes flooding and leaves family homeless in Canindé de São Francisco
Heavy rainfall in Canindé de São Francisco has led to significant flooding and left at least one family homeless.
Univasf opens registrations for 149 remaining slots in 12 face-to-face courses
The Federal University of São Francisco Valley (Univasf) has opened a public call for 149 remaining vacancies in 12 face-to-face undergraduate courses that were not filled by the Sisu 2026 waiting list.
Study points to the possibility of transposing the São Francisco River to cities in the semi-arid region of Piauí
A study indicates that the São Francisco River could be transposed to provide water to semi-arid cities in Piauí, benefiting around 600,000 residents.
Justice suspends education selection process in São Francisco de Itabapoana
The justice system has temporarily suspended the simplified selection process for hiring in the municipal education network of São Francisco de Itabapoana due to a legal challenge regarding insufficient registration time.
Treasurer investigated for diverting millions from municipal health to make online gambling bets in RO
A city treasurer in São Francisco do Guaporé, Brazil, has been suspended for allegedly misappropriating millions from the municipal health department for online gambling.
Cultural Practices and Proper Nutrition Aid in Controlling the Leafhopper
Effective management practices and cultural techniques are essential for controlling the leafhopper pest affecting fruit growers in Brazil's Vale do São Francisco region.
Presence of the sharpshooter in the São Francisco Valley challenges grape producers
The presence of sharpshooters in the São Francisco Valley poses significant challenges to local grape producers due to its detrimental effects on crop yield and the ongoing issues it creates throughout the growing cycles.
Confronting the Leafhopper Requires Management Strategies on Three Fronts
The article discusses the importance of integrated strategies for managing leafhopper infestations in fruit production in the Vale do São Francisco region of Brazil.
Prosecutor's Office charges former Secretary of Agriculture of SP for alleged illegal increases in rural program
The São Paulo Prosecutor's Office has filed charges against former Agriculture Secretary Francisco Matturro and current deputy Ricardo Lorenzini for allegedly authorizing illegal price increases for companies responsible for road construction in rural areas.
Applications open for public competition for professor at Univasf
Applications are now open for a public competition for professors at the Federal University of Vale do São Francisco, offering 45 vacancies across various academic fields.
Priest convicted of rape in Rondônia is arrested in Serra Gaúcha after celebrating mass
A 56-year-old priest was arrested in São Francisco de Paula, Brazil, after a court-issued warrant for his conviction of vulnerable rape was executed following a mass he celebrated.
Have you heard of rhubarb? Full of nutrients and appreciated by fine dining, this plant is only cultivated by one family in Brazil
The only rhubarb producers in Brazil, the Muller family from São Francisco de Paula, cultivate this nutrient-rich plant and supply it to high-end gastronomy across the country.
Sergipe registers two drownings during Carnival
Two young men lost their lives due to drowning in Canindé de São Francisco, Sergipe, during the Carnival period as confirmed by the Fire Brigade.
Man arrested for assaulting woman and violating protective order in São Francisco
A man in São Francisco, Brazil, was arrested for domestic violence after violating a protective order by assaulting his ex-partner.
19-Year-Old Dies Drowning in Canindé de São Francisco
Witalo Carlos de Aragão, a 19-year-old, drowned in the São Francisco River near Canindé de São Francisco.
Exotic table grapes, with imported genetics, are a big bet from the São Francisco Valley
Exotic table grape varieties, such as Cotton Candy and Sweet Black, are gaining popularity among Brazilian vineyard growers in the São Francisco Valley, primarily aimed at the international market.
Butcher who stabbed colleague over job dispute in SC coast is sentenced
A butcher in São Francisco do Sul was sentenced to nine years and four months in prison for stabbing a colleague due to a job dispute.
Brazilian wins award in Germany for AI research in diagnosing mental disorders
Francisco Rodrigues from the University of São Paulo has been awarded the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Prize in Germany for his AI-based research in diagnosing mental disorders.
Military Prosecutor denounces captain and corporal of the PM for the death of sergeant from Franca, SP, inside the barracks
The Military Prosecutor's Office has formally charged Captain Francisco Laroca and Corporal Fabiano Rizzo for the murder of Sergeant Rullian Ricardo da Silva within a police military barracks in São Paulo.
See the order of the samba school parades in SP for carnival 2026
The order of the samba school parades for São Paulo's Carnival 2026 has been announced, detailing performances from February 7 to 15.
Decomposing body found on Univasf campus; police investigate
The decomposing body of a woman has been found on the campus of the Federal University of Vale do São Francisco (Univasf) in Petrolina, Pernambuco, prompting an investigation by local police.
Suspect of feminicide arrested in Serra Gaúcha after weekend of searches; couple was from Paraíba
A man suspected of feminicide was arrested in Serra Gaúcha after he allegedly killed his partner, Ianca Soares Diniz, in São Francisco de Paula.
30-year-old woman is killed in São Francisco de Paula; crime suspect is at large
A 30-year-old woman, Ianca Soares Diniz, was found dead in her home in São Francisco de Paula, Brazil, with the prime suspect, her partner, currently evading capture.
Social action offers free health services and legal assistance in Rio Branco
A social initiative in Rio Branco, Brazil, is providing free health and legal services to approximately 500 residents in the São Francisco neighborhood.
Residents of Suzano complain about lack of garbage collection
Residents of the São Francisco neighborhood in Suzano are expressing concerns over the lack of garbage collection services, believed to be due to a strike by employees of the collection company.
New president of TJ-SP defends Toffoli and the right of judges to be partners in companies: 'It's natural'
The new president of the São Paulo Court of Justice, Francisco Eduardo Loureiro, supported Supreme Court Minister Dias Toffoli's statement regarding the right of judges to participate in companies and receive dividends.
Operation dismantles group suspected of homicides and pistol shootings in the hinterlands of Sergipe
An integrated operation by the Civil and Military Police of Sergipe was launched against individuals suspected of serious crimes, resulting in arrests and seizures in Poço Redondo and Canindé de São Francisco.
São Francisco Xavier combines rural charm with trendy commerce
São Francisco Xavier is a quaint town in the Mantiqueira mountains, known for its picturesque landscapes, local shops, and restaurants that create a relaxed atmosphere.
Folia de Zé Pereira and Vitalina: check the schedule for the 2026 Carnival of Belém do São Francisco
Belém do São Francisco has announced its 2026 Carnival schedule, themed 'Folia de Zé Pereira and Vitalina,' taking place from February 13 to 17, featuring various national and regional musical acts.
Unfinished overpass for 15 years known as 'pool table' has demolition scheduled in North SC
An unfinished overpass, referred to as the 'pool table', will be demolished in São Francisco do Sul, Santa Catarina, after a joint decision by transportation authorities.
The Police claim that Francisco de Borbón was involved in money laundering in Africa for the former head of the UDEF
The Spanish police allege that Francisco de Borbón used companies in São Tomé and Príncipe for money laundering connected to cocaine trafficking, related to a former police chief's case involving concealed assets worth 20 million euros.
Church in Salvador targets donations in Notre-Dame strategy one year after tragedy
The São Francisco Church in Salvador, a baroque architectural gem, seeks to raise funds for restoration efforts after a tragic roof collapse injured five people in February 2025.
Shooting attack in bar leaves four injured in São Francisco de Itabapoana
Four people were injured in a shooting attack at a bar in Gargaú Beach, São Francisco de Itabapoana, with two women among the victims requiring hospitalization, one undergoing surgery for a chest wound.
Sertão of Alagoas enters a state of alert due to low air humidity
An alert has been issued for the Sertão and Sertão do São Francisco regions of Alagoas due to low relative humidity, which may drop below 30% at times.