P32.87B Cebu Funds Spark Budget Transparency Debate
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
Davao City Council greenlights P187.3M supplemental budget for employee incentives. Learn about the SRI, gratuity pay, and the funding source.
The BJMP female dormitory in Mandaue City will transfer to a new, flood-resistant facility by February 2026. The move addresses critical flooding issues and improves conditions for 112 detainees.
The BJMP in Mandaue City announces the relocation of its female dormitory to a new, flood-resilient facility by February 2026, improving conditions for Persons Deprived of Liberty.
The BJMP female dormitory in Mandaue City will transfer to a new, flood-resilient facility by February 2026. The move addresses severe flooding and poor conditions at the old Looc jail. Read more.
Internal budget data reveals Cebu's 7th District secured P32.87B in DPWH funds from 2023-2026, more than Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue & Cebu City combined. Explore the spending disparity.
Cebu's Provincial Board recommends major budget cuts for the PIO and Sugbo News, citing excessive overtime pay and insufficient public service justification. Details inside.
Cebu Vice Governor Glenn Soco asserts the provincial board's impartiality amidst controversy over a P11.9 billion budget slash recommendation. Get the latest on the executive-legislative discussions.
Cebu's Provincial Board approves the P11.9 billion 2026 budget on second reading. Key adjustments include reallocating P178M and clarifying CPAC's funding status. Final passage expected in January.
108 persons deprived of liberty were released from Mandaue City Jail on Dec 22, 2025, under the Good Conduct Time Allowance program, receiving rice and goods for a fresh start.
Mandaue City Health Office reports only one confirmed leptospirosis case in 2025, despite 62 suspected cases. Officials urge calm, citing normal lab processing delays.
The BJMP in Mandaue City released 108 persons deprived of liberty on Dec. 22, 2025, under the Good Conduct Time Allowance law. Read about their journey to freedom and the program's impact.
The Philippines' record P6.794 trillion 2026 national budget promises progress, but faces the old ghosts of underspending and inefficiency. Will it build trust? The people are watching.
Soaring food prices force many Filipino families to slash their Noche Buena budget to just P500 this year. Students share how simple dishes and family bonding keep the Christmas spirit alive.
Mandaue City allocates P60M for 'Gugma sa Pasko,' distributing 100,000 Noche Buena packs to ease holiday expenses for families and students. Learn about the city's festive support initiative.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will forgo his holiday break to conduct a thorough review of the proposed P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, aiming to sign it into law before the year ends.
Mandaue City Council approves a P5,000 Performance Enhancement Incentive for all city government employees. Officials are working to release the funds before December 24. Read the latest updates.
The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines welcomes the first-ever livestream of bicameral budget talks as a transparency win. It urges lawmakers to build strong public institutions over political patronage. Read more.
The Cebu Provincial Board's budget committee recommends defunding the P14M 2026 allocation for CPAC, citing lack of formal office structure. Final vote set for December 22, 2025.
Cebu Province's 2026 revenue projections plummet by P10.12B after inflated estimates from the previous Garcia administration. Governor Baricuatro proposes a 'realistic' P11.9B budget. Read the full report on the fiscal overhaul.
Mandaue City is overhauling its investment code to boost competitiveness & attract jobs in EVs, data centers & manufacturing. Local chamber leads reforms amid national uncertainty.
Mandaue Vice Mayor Glenn Bercede highlights cooperation with Mayor Ouano and the City Council as the key to the city's development in a year-end reflection. Read how shared leadership is shaping the city's future.
A 33-year-old woman was arrested after security found a grenade and a .45 caliber gun in her bag at a Mandaue City store. The CIDG 7 is now filing charges. Read the full details of the shocking incident.
Mandaue City's BPLO mandates special permits for businesses holding events outside their premises this Christmas season to ensure public safety and order. Read the full guidelines.
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
CIDG-Mandaue arrests Rafael Sorono, 65, seizes unlicensed .45 pistol, ammo, and air rifle in Toledo City raid. Suspect faces charges under RA 10591. Full details inside.
A 33-year-old woman was arrested after security guards found a grenade and a .45 pistol in her bag inside a Mandaue City store. She faces serious charges. Read the full details.
Residents of Barangay Umapad, Mandaue City, cannot return home due to Tropical Depression Wilma's threats. Six to eight houses are severely damaged, with others lacking power and water.
Alegria, Cebu suspends all river tourism activities due to TD Wilma's heavy rainfall threat. Mandaue City evacuees postpone return home, citing trauma from past disasters. Stay updated on safety advisories.
Residents of Barangay Umapad, Mandaue City, remain in evacuation as Tropical Depression Wilma delays their return. Damaged homes and lack of utilities prolong the crisis. Read their stories of trauma and resilience.