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Crime & Justice

Man arrested after attempting to rape doctor during service at UPA in South Zone of SP

A doctor was the victim of an attempted rape while attending to a patient in a health facility in São Paulo, leading to the arrest of the suspect.

Mar 22 • 18:01 UTC
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National & Local

Woman arrested with more than 10 stolen cell phones from fans during Lollapalooza in SP

A woman was arrested at the Lollapalooza festival in São Paulo for stealing at least 11 cell phones and a camera from attendees.

Mar 21 • 15:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Coaf Reports Become a 'Gold Mine' for Police Corruption in SP

Authorities in São Paulo have uncovered a police corruption scheme leveraging financial intelligence reports designed to combat organized crime.

Mar 21 • 13:00 UTC
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National & Local

Passengers walk along the tracks of the monorail of Line 15-Silver after interference on the track

Passengers exited the train and walked along the tracks of the Line 15-Silver monorail following a disruption at the Oratório station in São Paulo, Brazil.

Mar 20 • 20:26 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

In a new gesture to police in the election year, Tarcísio will pay performance bonuses

The government of São Paulo has authorized a R$ 609 million performance bonus for police officers, scheduled for April 2025, as part of Governor Tarcísio de Freitas' efforts to recognize their work amid electoral pressures.

Mar 20 • 17:23 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Before calling for help for his shot wife, Lieutenant Colonel made at least 8 calls; see who he spoke to

Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Neto made multiple calls prior to seeking help for his wife, who was found shot, as detailed in a police report following the investigation of the incident.

Mar 19 • 20:37 UTC
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National & Local

City of São Paulo enters alert status for flooding due to Thursday's rain

São Paulo has declared an alert for flooding in three regions due to heavy rainfall on Thursday afternoon.

Mar 19 • 15:46 UTC
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National & Local

Cosmetics may rise 25% in SP after change in ICMS regime

Changes in São Paulo's ICMS tax regime could lead to a 25% increase in cosmetics prices, prompting concerns in various industry sectors.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
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National & Local

Mega-Sena can pay R$ 3.5 million this Thursday

The Mega-Sena lottery draw may pay R$ 3.5 million for those who correctly guess the six numbers in an upcoming draw.

Mar 19 • 03:01 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Civil Police of São Paulo requests the arrest of the lieutenant colonel investigated for the death of his wife, who was also a military police officer

The Civil Police of São Paulo has requested the arrest of Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Leite Neto, accused of feminicide and procedural fraud in connection with the death of his wife, military police officer Gisele Alves Santana.

Mar 18 • 00:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Check the results of the Mega-Sena contest 2985 starting at 9 PM this Tuesday (17)

The Mega-Sena lottery contest 2985 is set to be drawn at 9 PM on Tuesday, with a jackpot of R$ 105 million expected.

Mar 17 • 18:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police requests arrest of lieutenant colonel husband of deceased police officer in SP

The Civil Police of Brazil has requested the arrest of Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Leite Rosa Neto, suspected of murdering his wife, police officer Gisele Alves Santana, after new forensic evidence undermined initial claims of suicide.

Mar 17 • 17:19 UTC
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National & Local

SP establishes anti-racism protocol for large commercial establishments, but vetoes reduce requirements

The government of São Paulo has enacted a law mandating anti-racism protocols for large commercial establishments, although certain vetoes have diminished its operational requirements.

Mar 17 • 15:32 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Lawyer surrenders to police after buying sexual images of a 6-year-old girl in rural SP

A lawyer from São Paulo surrendered to police after being suspected of purchasing sexual content involving a six-year-old girl.

Mar 17 • 08:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Exhibition brings together artists of different poetics to reflect on plurality

The exhibition 'Aurora' showcases works from diverse Brazilian artists, exploring themes of nature, intimacy, and artistic plurality.

Mar 16 • 18:00 UTC
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National & Local

Baby hospitalized with skull injury after being hit by a car with mother and sister; driver fled

A 22-day-old baby was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle along with his mother and 14-year-old sister while crossing a pedestrian crosswalk in Cajati, São Paulo, with the driver fleeing the scene.

Mar 16 • 08:26 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Attempted robbery at pharmacy ends with suspect dead after shootout in South Zone of SP

An attempted robbery at a pharmacy in South Zone of São Paulo resulted in one suspect dead and another arrested after a shootout with police.

Mar 15 • 14:06 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Mason going to work and young man at a funk party died in a shootout during police action in the South Zone

A 56-year-old mason and a 22-year-old young man were killed in a shootout during a police operation at a funk party in São Paulo's South Zone.

Mar 14 • 23:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bars and cinemas in SP broadcast the 2026 Oscar ceremony in support of Brazilians

Bars, cinemas, and nightclubs in São Paulo are gearing up to celebrate the 98th Academy Awards, with a special focus on Brazilian nominees.

Mar 12 • 10:00 UTC
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National & Local

Project to change the name of Peixoto Gomide Street advances in SP City Council; former senator who names the street killed his own daughter

A proposal to rename Peixoto Gomide Street to Sophia Gomide Street has advanced in São Paulo's City Council due to the former senator's history of committing femicide against his daughter.

Mar 12 • 04:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

20-year-old disappears after leaving with neighbor in interior of SP

A 20-year-old man named Andrey Roberto de Paiva Mariano has gone missing after being seen leaving with a neighbor in Taquaral, a district in Rincão, São Paulo.

Mar 11 • 15:55 UTC
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National & Local

Actress Luisa Arraes reveals she was robbed in São Paulo by the 'glass-breaking gang' and warns: 'be careful when using your cell phone in a taxi'

Brazilian actress Luisa Arraes shared her experience of being robbed in São Paulo, warning others to be cautious when using their cell phones in taxis after a brazen incident involving the 'glass-breaking gang.'

Mar 11 • 12:14 UTC
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National & Local

Daniel Munduruku takes office at the São Paulo Academy of Letters on March 19

Daniel Munduruku, the first indigenous person to hold a seat in the São Paulo Academy of Letters, will be inaugurated on March 19, 2026.

Mar 10 • 22:30 UTC
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National & Local

Haddad attends the launch of Eugênio Bucci's poetry book in SP

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad was present at the launch of Eugênio Bucci's poetry book in São Paulo.

Mar 10 • 15:33 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: security camera captures moment flood invades house in South Zone; two dogs and a cat died

A security camera recorded a flood invading a house in São Paulo's South Zone, leading to the tragic drowning of two dogs and a cat during a severe rainstorm.

Mar 9 • 22:40 UTC
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National & Local

Two young men injured after assault in West Zone of SP; father says attack was motivated by homophobia

Two young men were injured in a homophobic attack in the West Zone of São Paulo, Brazil.

Mar 8 • 00:37 UTC
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National & Local

Greater São Paulo has a warning for storms this weekend

Meteorological forecasts indicate significant storm risks for Greater São Paulo over the weekend, with warnings of flooding and landslides, particularly on Sunday and Monday.

Mar 7 • 03:00 UTC
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National & Local

35 beaches in São Paulo's coast unfit for bathing this week; see the locations

This week, 35 beaches along the São Paulo coast have been deemed unfit for swimming according to an environmental report.

Mar 6 • 13:53 UTC
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National & Local

Tomie Ohtake House Becomes a Cultural Center Open to the Public in São Paulo

The Tomie Ohtake House in São Paulo has been transformed into a cultural center that opens its doors to the public, featuring art and design exhibitions.

Mar 6 • 13:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

PF arrests former aide of state deputy linked to corruption scheme in the SP Civil Police

A former aide to a state deputy in São Paulo was arrested for allegedly participating in a corruption scheme within the state's Civil Police.

Mar 6 • 10:33 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: fire destroys recyclable materials that would fund a young tennis player's trip in the interior of SP

A fire in São Carlos, Brazil, destroyed recyclable materials that a family had been collecting to finance their daughter's tennis competition trip.

Mar 5 • 23:15 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Dollar dealers of Lava Jato are investigated in corruption scheme in São Paulo's Civil Police

Investigators target Leonardo Meirelles and Meire Poza, prominent figures from the Lava Jato operation, in a new corruption probe involving São Paulo's Civil Police.

Mar 5 • 12:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Amanda Paschoal gathers signatures to summon Secretary of Tourism for irregular contracts

City councilor Amanda Paschoal is seeking to summon the Secretary of Tourism, Rui Alves, to provide clarifications regarding irregularities in contracts linked to the municipal tourism agency.

Mar 4 • 21:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Three suspects of residential robbery in Morumbi are arrested after a chase in SP

Three suspects were arrested following a police chase after they allegedly invaded a home and held a family hostage in the Morumbi area of São Paulo.

Mar 4 • 13:33 UTC
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National & Local

Megashows on Paulista: promoters ask the Superior Council of the MP to block agreement with the City Hall of SP

A group of public prosecutors in São Paulo is urging the Superior Council of the Public Ministry to reject an agreement with the city government allowing large music events on Avenida Paulista due to concerns over noise pollution.

Mar 3 • 21:29 UTC
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National & Local

Explosion in Consolação: City Hall activates Cetesb to analyze soil and discover the source of gas found in gallery

The São Paulo City Hall has requested an analysis of the soil from Cetesb following an explosion caused by an unidentified gas beneath Rua da Consolação.

Mar 3 • 12:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bianca Comparato performs in a monologue about the love and pains of a young monster

The artistic performance by Bianca Comparato explores themes of love and tragedy through the character of Gerião, a winged monster.

Mar 3 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Beach Boardwalk' and Sand Courts of Villa-Lobos Officially inaugurated

The Villa-Lobos Park in São Paulo officially opened a leisure complex named Orla TotalPass, featuring sandy courts and various recreational facilities.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

Fire hits the building of the Faculty of Law at USP, in downtown SP

A fire broke out at the Faculty of Law building at the University of São Paulo in downtown São Paulo, but was quickly contained by firefighters.

Feb 27 • 03:20 UTC
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National & Local

Four Days After Carnival, Portable Toilets Remain in Ibirapuera

Portable toilets installed for Carnival festivities continue to remain in Ibirapuera Park in São Paulo four days after the event ended, causing public complaints about cleanliness and availability.

Feb 26 • 16:55 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Video shows victim's friend dragged in Marginal trying to escape and being attacked by partner; woman arrived dead at the hospital

Security camera footage captured the moment Priscila Versão, 22, attempted to flee before being killed by her partner on Monday (23).

Feb 26 • 04:22 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man dies after being beaten by convenience store owner for stealing a bottle of liquor in the interior of SP

A man died after being beaten by a store owner following the theft of a bottle of liquor in Assis, São Paulo.

Feb 25 • 18:40 UTC
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National & Local

Inmet issues alert for intense rains with winds of 60 to 100 km/h for SP

The National Institute of Meteorology in Brazil has issued an orange alert for heavy rains and high winds across the state of São Paulo, with significant risks to safety and infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 11:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Count made by scientist points out that Carnival block audience is smaller than reported

A scientist's analysis reveals that the actual attendance at Carnival blocks in São Paulo is significantly lower than official estimates, challenging the reported numbers.

Feb 25 • 00:39 UTC
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National & Local

SP City Hall approves 'Times Square' of downtown at Conpresp, and construction begins in March

São Paulo's municipal government has approved a project to transform a section of downtown into a vibrant space akin to New York's Times Square, with construction expected to start in March 2024.

Feb 24 • 17:00 UTC
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National & Local

SP government opens a selective process to hire 243 temporary firefighters

The São Paulo government is initiating a selection process to hire 243 temporary firefighters for wildfire prevention and combat across the state.

Feb 24 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Learn how to protect yourself from mpox; Brazil has already recorded 57 cases this year

Brazil has reported 57 cases of mpox this year, with the majority located in São Paulo, highlighting a need for public health awareness and prevention measures.

Feb 23 • 20:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

See who was the wife of the lieutenant colonel found dead with a gunshot wound to the head in SP

Gisele Alves Santana, a 32-year-old police officer, was found dead in her apartment in São Paulo, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death, which was initially ruled a suicide but later appeared to be related to a history of domestic abuse.

Feb 23 • 17:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal body for heritage protection halts works under the Minhocão

The Brazilian federal heritage protection agency has stopped construction works beneath the Minhocão after the discovery of tram tracks.

Feb 23 • 16:53 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Porsche driver runs over armed thief on motorcycle after Rolex and jewelry robbery in Moema, South Zone of SP

A Porsche driver hit an armed thief on a motorcycle after the thief stole valuable jewelry in São Paulo.

Feb 23 • 13:51 UTC

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