Rio Registers Highest Number of Murdered Politicians in Brazil
According to study done by Unirio's political scientists, 79 candidates to Brazil's executive and legislative powers were executed between 2000...
March 21, 2018Section
Local Politics
Local Political News for Rio de Janeiro City and State
Brazil May Disburse R$1 Billion for Military Intervention in Rio
Funds to finance the military intervention in Rio has been one of the main issues discussed by both Armed Forces...
March 19, 2018
Ammunition Which Killed Marielle Franco in Rio Stolen from Police
The ammunition was stolen from a lot purchased by the Federal Police and was also responsible for a killing spree...
March 17, 2018
Thousands Take to Streets to Mourn Lawmaker’s Murder in Brazil
Many hope that these deaths will promote a national movement against corruption, but analysts believe that this is unlikely.
March 16, 2018
Human Rights Activist, Military Critic Executed in Rio de Janeiro
Councilwoman was very active in women’s rights and was speaking out against the military intervention declared by the federal government...
March 15, 2018
Rio’s Allocation in Security Investment Drops to Near Zero
In 2017, Rio de Janeiro spent R$9.9 billion on public security, with 83 percent of that amount devoted to personnel...
March 13, 2018
Officials in Rio Destroy Over 50 Kiosks in Vila Kennedy Favela
Taking advantage of the presence of soldiers in the area, city officials take down stalls and receive widespread criticism.
March 12, 2018
Brazil’s Military Arrest Five in Vila Kennedy in Rio’s West Zone
The latest operation from Brazil's military intervention in Rio de Janeiro resulted in five arrests in the Vila Kennedy favela...
March 5, 2018
Brazil’s Military Discards Permanent Occupation of Rio Favelas
Officer in charge of leading Rio's military intervention says troops will continue to surround communities to allow police to enter.
February 28, 2018