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Crime & Justice

Five indicted in scheme of fraud in rural school transportation in Uberaba

Five individuals have been indicted by the Public Ministry for irregularities in the public bidding process for rural school transportation in Uberaba, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 18:12 UTC
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National & Local

Motorcyclist dies in accident on the Uberaba Ring Road; police suspect 'forced overtaking'

A 54-year-old motorcyclist died in a morning accident involving his motorcycle and a truck-tractor in Uberaba, Brazil, with authorities suspecting forced overtaking as a possible cause.

Feb 26 • 15:47 UTC
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National & Local

Uberaba 206 years: See what opens and closes during the municipal holiday

The city of Uberaba will celebrate its 206th anniversary on March 2, impacting local commerce and public services during the holiday.

Feb 26 • 05:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Businessman and veterinarian arrested for fraud against insurer by lying about cattle death in Uberaba

A businessman and a veterinarian were arrested for allegedly committing insurance fraud involving the death of cattle in Uberaba, Brazil.

Feb 25 • 07:01 UTC
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National & Local

Rural school transport company in Uberaba suspended due to signs of fraud in bidding

The rural school transport company Gathi Gestão, Transportes e Serviços Ltda has been suspended following a court ruling due to alleged irregularities in the bidding process, though classes and transportation are set to continue without disruption.

Feb 24 • 19:24 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Former football school coach from Sergipe arrested on suspicion of abuse of vulnerable persons

A former football school coach has been arrested in Uberaba, MG, on suspicions of abusing children and adolescents in Sergipe.

Feb 24 • 18:33 UTC
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National & Local

Firefighters from Uberlândia and Uberaba travel to support rescue efforts in disaster caused by rains in Juiz de Fora

Firefighters from Uberlândia and Uberaba are being deployed to assist in rescue operations in Juiz de Fora, which is experiencing severe flooding and disaster due to heavy rains.

Feb 24 • 16:30 UTC
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National & Local

Tourist bus accidentally drives out of garage, hits office and leaves two injured in Uberaba

A tourist bus in Uberaba unexpectedly moved out of the garage and struck an office, injuring two individuals.

Feb 24 • 12:29 UTC
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National & Local

Uberaba 206 years: Shopping malls, businesses, and supermarkets will not open on municipal holiday

Uberaba will close all commercial establishments for its 206th anniversary celebration, affecting shopping malls and supermarkets.

Feb 23 • 23:42 UTC
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National & Local

AI, Biomedical Science and More: UFTM Announces Eight New Courses for Uberaba and Iturama by 2027

The Federal University of Triângulo Mineiro (UFTM) has announced the creation of eight new undergraduate courses to be implemented in Uberaba and Iturama by 2027 as part of a growth strategy.

Feb 23 • 20:22 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Woman breaks car key to avoid inspection but is arrested with 550 kg of marijuana on BR-050

A 39-year-old woman was arrested with over half a ton of marijuana on the BR-050 after trying to fake a malfunction to escape inspection by the police.

Feb 21 • 19:16 UTC
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National & Local

Doorman fired for taking candy from a vending machine at work has just cause dismissal annulled by the court in MG

A court in Brazil overturned the dismissal of a doorman who was fired for taking a piece of candy from a vending machine at a hospital where he worked, stating that the punishment was disproportionate to the act.

Feb 21 • 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

Meats, Fruits, and Spices: Snack Bar Shut Down with 740 kg of Unsuitable Products for Consumption in Uberaba

A snack bar in Uberaba was shut down after inspectors found approximately 740 kg of products unsuitable for consumption following complaints of food poisoning.

Feb 20 • 16:54 UTC
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National & Local

Venosa, Victor Ahmar, and Napoleão Experience Shake Up the Weekend in Uberlândia and Uberaba

The upcoming weekend in Uberlândia and Uberaba will feature a variety of cultural events including exhibitions, rock shows, and stand-up comedy performances.

Feb 20 • 11:23 UTC
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National & Local

Agreement for urban services signed between the Uberaba City Hall and Convale

The Uberaba City Hall has signed an agreement with the Intermunicipal Consortium for Regional Development (Convale) to provide urban infrastructure services.

Feb 20 • 11:09 UTC
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National & Local

Sisters who got lost for 12 hours on a waterfall trail in Uberaba did not know the route and only brought water

Two sisters were rescued after becoming lost for 12 hours on a waterfall trail in Uberaba, Brazil, without food or cell phone reception.

Feb 20 • 08:02 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Engineer becomes paraplegic after falling from unmaintained platform and will receive compensation of R$ 80,000 in Uberaba

A 40-year-old engineer who became paraplegic after falling from a 5-meter high platform is set to receive R$ 80,000 in compensation due to personal and familial complications.

Feb 20 • 07:01 UTC
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National & Local

Sisters rescued after 12 hours lost in the woods on their way to a waterfall in Uberaba

Two sisters were rescued after spending 12 hours lost in a rural area in Uberaba while on a hike to a waterfall.

Feb 19 • 19:29 UTC
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Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Car with family catches fire after police chase and shooting in Uberaba

A police chase in Uberaba resulted in a family car catching fire after crashing into a tree, injuring three adults and endangering a child.

Feb 19 • 14:16 UTC
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National & Local

Flights between Uberaba and São Paulo will have new days and hours starting in March

Latam Airlines is adjusting the flight schedule between Uberaba and São Paulo, transferring operations to new days and times starting March 31.

Feb 18 • 21:25 UTC
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National & Local

Singing the passion of Chico Xavier for Uberaba, Tom Maior finishes in 6th place in the São Paulo carnival

The samba school Tom Maior, inspired by the life of Chico Xavier, placed 6th in the São Paulo carnival, while Mocidade Alegre won the championship.

Feb 17 • 22:32 UTC
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National & Local

Unidos do Marajó is the champion of the Uberaba Carnival

The Unidos do Marajó samba school won the Uberaba Carnival 2026 with a touching performance that celebrated local culture and heritage.

Feb 17 • 18:43 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Father Sleeps, Son Takes the Car Without Telling and Ends Up Arrested for Drunk Driving in Uberaba

A 33-year-old man in Uberaba, Brazil, was arrested for drunk driving after taking his father's car without permission while the father was sleeping.

Feb 17 • 17:24 UTC
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National & Local

Tom Maior takes São Paulo's Special Group parade to the avenue in Uberaba

The samba school Tom Maior has brought its Special Group parade to Uberaba, featuring around 300 participants and a samba-enredo that celebrates local culture and the legacy of Chico Xavier.

Feb 17 • 13:07 UTC
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National & Local

Driver without seatbelt dies after crashing and being thrown out of the car on BR-050, in Uberaba

A 32-year-old man died in a car accident on BR-050 in Uberaba after crashing into another vehicle and being ejected due to not wearing a seatbelt.

Feb 15 • 15:01 UTC
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National & Local

See what opens and closes during Carnival 2026 in Uberlândia and Uberaba

Carnival celebrations in Uberlândia and Uberaba will affect the operational hours of public services and businesses from February 14 to 18, 2026.

Feb 13 • 06:00 UTC
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National & Local

Young man who used social media to threaten attacks on schools in Uberaba is targeted by PF operation

A 24-year-old man in Uberaba, Brazil, is under investigation by the Federal Police for using social media to incite violence and threaten school attacks.

Feb 12 • 11:58 UTC
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National & Local

Employee dies after crashing car into pole in front of the company where he worked in Uberaba

A 43-year-old man died after his car collided with a utility pole in Uberaba, Brazil, while he was in front of the company where he worked.

Feb 10 • 22:35 UTC
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National & Local

Murilo Huff, owner of the world's most expensive cow, meets the animal for the first time: 'It's a phenomenon'

Country singer Murilo Huff visited Uberaba to meet the world's most expensive cow, valued at R$ 54 million, after acquiring a stake in the animal.

Feb 10 • 15:51 UTC
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National & Local

Tom Maior and Unidos da Tijuca: see the days and times of the parades that honor Uberaba and Carolina Maria de Jesus

The 2026 Carnival in Brazil will feature parades by the samba schools Tom Maior and Unidos da Tijuca, which will pay tribute to the writer Carolina Maria de Jesus and the city of Uberaba, respectively.

Feb 10 • 14:06 UTC
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National & Local

Collection delays and company notified for garbage accumulation in Uberaba

The waste collection company in Uberaba has been notified for failing to collect garbage in several neighborhoods, leading to public complaints and criticism during a city council session.

Feb 9 • 22:53 UTC
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National & Local

21 tons of falsified and smuggled pesticides seized in companies in Uberaba

A joint operation in Uberaba, Brazil, led to the seizure of approximately 21 tons of falsified and smuggled pesticides, raising concerns over public health and market safety.

Feb 9 • 21:27 UTC
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National & Local

Who was the Uberaba family that died in an accident on the way to vacation in Paraná

A family from Uberaba, Brazil, tragically died in a car accident while traveling to Paraná for their vacation.

Feb 9 • 16:20 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival in Major Key brings São Paulo school's parade to Uberaba and features shows and blocks; check out the schedule

The 'Carnaval em Tom Maior' event in Uberaba will feature a parade by the Tom Maior samba school and various performances, promoting local carnival culture.

Feb 8 • 13:54 UTC
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Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Autistic student has crisis at school and mother denounces police brutality: 'My son is not a criminal'

The mother of a 13-year-old autistic boy claims her son was violently handled by police during a crisis at his school in Uberaba, expressing her shock at the incident.

Feb 6 • 22:45 UTC
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Life & Tech

Tom Maior: see the plot and sing the samba

Tom Maior, the champion of Group A1 in 2025, will present a samba theme revolving around a letter from medium Chico Xavier, highlighting both his life and the history of Uberaba, Minas Gerais.

Feb 6 • 21:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Map of sexual crimes: how, when and where sexual violence occurs in Uberlândia and Uberaba

In 2025, Uberlândia and Uberaba reported an average of one rape case every 2.5 days, highlighting a troubling trend in sexual violence in the area.

Feb 6 • 11:15 UTC
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Life & Tech

Paulo Ricardo, Jota Quest, and Carnival marches; see how to enjoy the weekend in Uberlândia, Uberaba, and Araguari

The article highlights a weekend filled with cultural attractions, including Carnival marches, comedy shows, and rock performances in Uberlândia, Uberaba, and Araguari.

Feb 6 • 11:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Unlicensed motorcyclist dies and two people are injured in accident between motorcycles in Uberaba

An 18-year-old unlicensed motorcyclist died and two others were injured in a collision between two motorcycles in Uberaba.

Feb 5 • 14:01 UTC
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Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Ticketless passenger starts general fight at Uberaba bus station; company is notified

A widespread fight broke out at the Uberaba bus terminal after a passenger arrived without a ticket, leading to chaos captured on video and circulated on social media.

Feb 5 • 11:30 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested for touching female passenger on bus on BR-050

A male passenger was arrested for sexual harassment during an intercity bus trip on BR-050 in Uberaba, Minas Gerais, after reportedly touching a woman next to him without consent.

Feb 4 • 23:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Councilman from Uberaba and 17 others indicted for embezzlement of over R$ 1 million, concludes Civil Police

The Civil Police of Minas Gerais have indicted 18 individuals, including councilman Almir Pereira da Silva, for a criminal scheme that resulted in an estimated loss of R$ 1.16 million to the public administration in Uberaba.

Feb 4 • 15:07 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Map of Violence: see causes, days, and where violent crimes were recorded in Uberlândia and Uberaba in 2025

A report details the causes and trends of violent crimes in Uberlândia and Uberaba, noting that firearms, threats, and money are common factors, with crime peaks occurring on Thursday in Uberlândia and Monday in Uberaba.

Feb 4 • 10:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

Carnival 2026: Technical rehearsals in SP and RJ bring Uberaba and Sacramento to the samba avenues

As Carnival 2026 approaches, the Triângulo Mineiro and Alto Paranaíba regions shine in the technical rehearsals of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, with prominent tributes to Chico Xavier and Carolina Maria de Jesus at the renowned samba avenues.

Feb 2 • 20:45 UTC
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National & Local

TV Integração de Uberaba live: watch the newscasts

TV Integração de Uberaba is broadcasting live newscasts from the Triângulo and Alto Paranaíba regions of Brazil.

Feb 2 • 10:48 UTC

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