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🇧🇷 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Residents of the eastern zone of SP say they face a saga in the search for aid after floods

Residents in eastern São Paulo are struggling to obtain government assistance following significant flood damage to their homes and businesses.

Feb 23 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PM arrests suspects selling 24 marijuana brigadeiros to revelers at megablocks in SP

Two women were arrested by the Military Police in São Paulo for allegedly selling marijuana-infused brigadeiros during post-carnival festivities.

Feb 22 • 18:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man identified as leader of criminal group operating in Bahia arrested in São Paulo

A wanted criminal leader connected to the 'Baralho do Crime' in Bahia was arrested in São Paulo along with weapons and electronics.

Feb 22 • 12:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With favoritism and machinery, Tarcísio absorbs the right and isolates the left in SP

Tarcísio de Freitas, a gubernatorial candidate in São Paulo, is leveraging strong polling and control over public resources to unite center-right support while the opposition struggles to present a formidable candidate.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Who is Gabriela Berlingeri, Bad Bunny's girlfriend

The article explores the relationship between Bad Bunny and his girlfriend Gabriela Berlingeri, highlighting her background and their recent public appearance together in São Paulo.

Feb 19 • 16:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police arrest second suspect involved in theft of a safe containing R$ 1 million in jewelry and diamonds from 'influencer jewelry store' in SP

The Civil Police of Brazil have arrested a second suspect involved in the theft of R$ 1 million in jewelry from a jewelry store popular among influencers in São Paulo.

Feb 19 • 12:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Gang steals jewels valued at R$ 1 million in southern São Paulo

Armed criminals invaded a jewelry store in southern São Paulo, stealing jewels worth R$ 1 million.

Feb 18 • 18:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Peruíbe completes 67 years of emancipation; check out the anniversary schedule

Peruíbe, a coastal city in São Paulo, celebrates its 67th anniversary of emancipation with a series of events organized by the city hall until February 28.

Feb 18 • 13:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Safe weighing half a ton with R$ 1 million in gold and diamond jewelry stolen from a jewelry store serving influencers in SP

A jewelry store in São Paulo was robbed of a half-ton safe containing R$ 1 million worth of gold and diamond jewelry, with that robbery taking place in the early morning hours.

Feb 18 • 12:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Punishment, failure in the front commission, and accident mark parade that led to Rosas de Ouro's relegation

Rosas de Ouro, the reigning champion of the Special Group of Carnival 2026, was relegated to the Access Group 1 after finishing second to last due to penalties and performance issues at the parade.

Feb 18 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: GR2 on Monday, February 16

A roundup of various events and news highlights in Brazil on February 16, including a dramatic highway incident, the passing of actor Robert Duvall, and vibrant celebrations for Carnival.

Feb 16 • 22:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 2nd Edition on Monday, February 16, 2026

In São Paulo, a driver clings to a post to avoid being swept away by a flood, while in a festive carnival atmosphere, various events attract large crowds including a tribute to the late actor Robert Duvall.

Feb 16 • 22:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Few kisses from those who just met, more pecks from long-time couples: the atmosphere at the most popular carnival box in SP

The Bar Brahma VIP box at São Paulo's Carnival saw a quieter atmosphere this year, with more familiar couples and less flirting among attendees.

Feb 15 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival blocks in Ibirapuera see arrests for cell phone theft

Four adults and five minors were arrested for cell phone theft during Carnival festivities in Ibirapuera, São Paulo.

Feb 14 • 22:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Businessman suspected of throwing wife from the 10th floor of a building becomes a defendant in SP

Businessman Alex Leandro Bispo dos Santos has been made a defendant under accusations of murdering his wife, Maria Katiane Gomes da Silva, who fell to her death from their apartment in São Paulo.

Feb 13 • 17:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Delegado says gym where student died used in one day the chlorine load recommended for a week in the pool

A gym in São Paulo is under investigation after a woman died post swimming class, allegedly due to excessive chlorine levels used in a single day.

Feb 13 • 12:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice accepts charges, and husband suspected of throwing wife from building in SP becomes defendant

A São Paulo businessman has been charged with the murder of his wife after she fell from their apartment building, with evidence suggesting foul play over suicide.

Feb 13 • 12:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mega-Sena, contest 2,972: result

The latest Mega-Sena contest revealed no winners for the jackpot, with the prize now accumulated at R$ 62 million for the next draw.

Feb 13 • 00:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'Experienced' group rented vehicles and traveled from the capital to rob a prosecutor's house in the interior of SP

An experienced gang that rented cars to travel from São Paulo city to Monte Alegre do Sul committed a robbery at a prosecutor's house while holding the family hostage for five hours.

Feb 12 • 22:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Discord has moderation flaws that allow live crimes against children and adolescents on the web, says police report

A São Paulo police report highlights moderation failures on Discord that enable real-time crimes against children and adolescents.

Feb 12 • 18:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Civil Police request temporary arrest of the three partners of the gym where a teacher died after using the pool in East Zone of SP

The Civil Police of São Paulo has requested the temporary arrest of the owners of C4 Gym after a teacher's death linked to the pool at the gym.

Feb 12 • 16:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With only one official rink, Brazil is still crawling in curling

Brazil has limited participation in curling, with only one official rink and a growing interest in the sport due to the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics.

Feb 11 • 19:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Naruna Costa stars in a film inspired by PCC attacks: 'Responsibility'

The film 'Salve Geral: Irmandade' features Naruna Costa and explores the wave of violence in São Paulo in 2006 driven by the PCC gang.

Feb 11 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man identified as head of faction operating in Xique-Xique arrested in São Paulo

A man alleged to be the leader of a criminal organization in Xique-Xique, Brazil, was arrested in São Paulo during a police operation following six months of investigations.

Feb 11 • 10:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

What is known and what remains to be known about the case of a student who died after a swimming class in SP

The death of a 27-year-old swimming instructor in São Paulo has prompted investigations into the circumstances surrounding her death and the possible role of chemical exposure.

Feb 10 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

See drinks, wines and other ready-to-take beverages for Carnival blocks

The article discusses the types of beverages available for consumption at Carnival in São Paulo, emphasizing regulations against glass containers and promoting pre-packaged options.

Feb 10 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police investigate what was in the swimming pool water that caused the intoxication of students at a gym in São Paulo

Authorities are investigating the presence of harmful substances in a swimming pool in São Paulo that led to the hospitalization of several gym students and the death of a teacher.

Feb 10 • 00:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Death at gym in SP: security cameras show employee manipulating chemicals next to pool

Security cameras at a swimming gym in São Paulo captured an employee mixing chemicals near a pool, coinciding with the death of a 27-year-old instructor.

Feb 9 • 18:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Gym Valet Was Responsible for Pool Maintenance Where Teacher Died, Says Police

A valet in charge of maintaining a gym pool where a teacher died is being sought by police for questioning in connection with the incident.

Feb 9 • 16:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Valet was maintaining the pool where a teacher died in SP, police say; subprefecture closes gym

A valet responsible for pool maintenance at a gym in São Paulo has been linked to the death of a teacher, prompting the investigation of chemical exposure.

Feb 9 • 13:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Police in Ghostbusters Costumes Arrest 3 on Suspicion of Cell Phone Theft in Consolação

A couple of foreign nationals suspected of stealing cell phones in São Paulo was arrested by police dressed as Ghostbusters.

Feb 8 • 20:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Simultaneous block parties in Consolação, decided in January, generated concern and received approval from Nunes

The decision to hold two simultaneous mega-bloc parties in São Paulo's Consolação neighborhood sparked concern among residents and attendees, culminating in chaos and injuries during the event.

Feb 8 • 20:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Intense rain causes flooding and leaves seven vehicles stranded in the interior of SP

Intense rain in São Carlos, SP, led to flooding and stranded seven vehicles, although no victims or evacuees were reported.

Feb 8 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival bloc in the hospital? Clowns throw a party for patients admitted in SP

A group of clowns is bringing Carnival festivities to hospitalized patients in São Paulo with a special event called 'Esparafolia.'

Feb 8 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Stream overflows during storm and floods railway line in Cachoeira Paulista

A section of the railway line in Cachoeira Paulista, Brazil, was flooded after a local stream overflowed during a strong storm on the night of October 6-7.

Feb 7 • 13:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Municipal Rota' of SP: Nunes changes name of CGM division to reflect 'true function' of ostensive policing

The division of the Municipal Guard in São Paulo was renamed to align its identity with its role in ostensive policing, mirroring elite police units.

Feb 6 • 15:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tarcísio's management starts experiment that divides students by academic performance

The government of Tarcísio de Freitas initiated an experiment in São Paulo's state schools, dividing students of the same grade into different classes based on their academic performance.

Feb 6 • 13:35 UTC

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