Governor Witzel Says City of Rio Is As Safe As Paris, New York and Madrid
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Wilson Witzel, the governor of Rio de Janeiro, said the state's crime rates have dropped...
November 15, 2019Section
Local Politics
Local Political News for Rio de Janeiro City and State
Rio Carnaval: Mayor and Minister of Tourism Partner to Improve Security
The Ministry of Tourism and the Rio de Janeiro City Hall have agreed on a partnership to improve the city's...
November 14, 2019
Rio City Hall Must Raise R$7 Billion by Year-end to Meet 2019 Budget Forecast
A report by TV Globo showed that Rio's City Hall needs to raise R$7 billion (US$1.75 million) to reach its...
November 14, 2019
Credit Rating Company SERASA Holds “Clean Name” Event in Rio through November 30
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - SERASA's 'Feirão Limpa Nome' ("Clean Name Event") will help consumers indebted to 30 participating companies...
November 14, 2019
In Crisis, Rio Art Museum Issues Termination Notice to All Employees
The employees of the Rio Art Museum, MAR, were notified that as of Monday, November 11th, they are complying with...
November 12, 2019
São Paulo Christmas Inspired by Harry Potter at Tatuapé Mall Complex
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - If you're a Harry Potter fan, get ready for great news: The Tatuapé Complex, made...
November 10, 2019
Construction of Bible Museum in Brasília Sparks Controversy
The construction of the 'Museu da Bíblia' ("Bible Museum") in the central Brasília, based on a project by Oscar Niemeyer...
November 8, 2019
Rio’s Mayor Formalizes Profession of Motorcycle Taxi Driver
One of the main transport services in Rio de Janeiro is now officially legalized in the city. In an event...
November 6, 2019
Left-wing Political Parties Seek Alliance for 2020 Elections in Rio de Janeiro
Seeking a major left-wing alliance in Rio de Janeiro for the 2020 elections, the PCB, PCdoB, PDT, and PSB parties...
November 6, 2019