São Paulo
Police lethality in SP hits record at end of 2025
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São Paulo's Public Security Secretariat released 2025 data showing 834 deaths by police, with the fourth quarter recording 276 victims, the highest since 2015. While homicides fell 4% statewide to 2,527, the capital saw a 6% rise to 530 cases. Experts criticize the rising lethality trend under Governor Tarcísio de Freitas's administration.
São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas will announce on Wednesday (4) a R$ 20 billion plan to build 23,000 housing units and infrastructure at 14 railway stations along the axis between São Paulo and Campinas. The Novas Centralidades project aims to foster economic autonomy and reduce commuting, targeting vulnerable families through public-private partnerships.
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A gas leak explosion in a house in Jardim Ângela, southern São Paulo, injured at least ten people on the night of February 2, 2026. Seven victims, including two children, were taken to the Municipal Hospital do M'Boi Mirim. Three adults and the two children required intubation.
São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas replaced the Casa Civil head on January 22, appointing Roberto Carneiro in place of Arthur Lima, who shifts to Justice and Citizenship. The move follows tensions with Jair Bolsonaro supporters after canceling a prison visit and aims to bolster his re-election campaign.
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Da Mooca Pizza Shop in Pinheiros, west zone of São Paulo, promises a free pizza slice to assault victims in the neighborhood, provided they show a police report. The promotion takes place on Sunday, January 25, the city's anniversary, to foster dialogue on public security. Residents and the Pinheiros Residents Association plan a peaceful demonstration at the site.
Tarcísio de Freitas' government in São Paulo withheld resource transfers to municipalities in 2025, frustrating allies in a pre-electoral year. Despite late releases, mayors are pressuring for more funds amid fiscal challenges. The state highlights direct investments as an alternative.
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For the first time, São Paulo's Civil Defense issued an extreme alert for severe storms in the south and east zones of the capital on Saturday (January 17), triggered by intense rains causing widespread flooding and creek overflows. The 10-second siren warning urged immediate protection amid risks to life and property, following a week of heavy precipitation and a tragic flash flood the previous day that swept away an elderly couple.
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