Former DPWH Undersecretary Catalina Cabral was found dead after falling from Kennon Road. The ex-official, linked to flood control probes, was declared dead early Friday. Police investigation is ongoing.
The DPWH announces nationwide job fairs to hire fresh engineers and accountants, aiming for deep reform after a multi-billion peso flood control scandal. Read more.
DPWH and ICI are finalizing a report on irregular flood control projects in Cebu, blamed for massive flooding and over 260 deaths during Typhoon Tino. Cases to be filed by January 2026.
The delayed San Miguel Bridge in San Simon is now targeted for a July 2026 opening. Acting Mayor Anne Canlas and DPWH officials inspected the site to ensure the revised timeline is met.
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
Governor Lilia Pineda leads Pampanga's year-end assessment, recognizing over 3,000 barangay officials and drivers for their service. Read about the Capitol's 2025 accomplishments.
The opening of Davao's ₱3.126B China-grant Bucana Bridge segment is postponed after Mayor Duterte cites safety flaws. Read about the clash and public reaction.
Arayat Mayor and Pampanga Rep. appeal for urgent repairs to the cracked Cupang dike, a critical flood barrier protecting thousands of families. Swift action needed to prevent disaster.
MinDA Secretary Leo Magno confirms the P2.07-billion Maa-Magtuod Flyover is 84.3% complete and on track for a 2025 finish, aiming to drastically cut Metro Davao traffic congestion.
Ombudsman files graft, malversation charges vs DPWH officials, contractor for non-existent P96.5M Davao Occidental flood control. President Marcos orders arrest. Read the full story.
RPMC urges DPWH 7 to proceed with dam feasibility studies after Typhoon Tino. Search for bodies under Cotcot Bridge halted by rain. Master plan update needed.
RDC 7 recommends updating Metro Cebu's 2017 flood control master plan and conducting feasibility studies for four new dams to combat severe flooding. Learn about the new nature-based solutions.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte welcomes an investigation into the city's flood control projects, denying any wrongdoing. He challenges critics to look at projects nationwide.
Ex-Public Works Secretary Rogelio 'Babes' Singson steps down from the ICI, citing health and security reasons. His resignation is effective December 15, 2025. Read the full story.
Senator Panfilo Lacson reveals over P180 billion likely lost to non-existent flood control projects. The Senate probe uncovers massive corruption involving contractors and officials. Read the full investigation details.
Ombudsman suspends 12 DPWH-Mimaropa officials for 6 months over alleged irregularities in a P289 million flood control project in Oriental Mindoro. Key figures face graft charges.
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
Around 200 activists in Davao City joined the Trillion Peso March, demanding accountability for alleged corruption in flood control projects. The peaceful rally coincided with nationwide protests.
A decade after the Supreme Court banned PDAF, a P55.77 billion allocation for Cebu lawmakers via a secret 'BBM formula' raises fresh corruption and transparency concerns. Read the full investigation.
CIDG reveals three accused in the P289-M Oriental Mindoro road dike scandal are 'dummy' officials, pointing to a larger scheme. Investigation gains momentum for accountability.
Eleven Cebu congressmen received P55.77 billion in discretionary public works funds from 2023-2025 under the DPWH's 'allocable' system, a PCIJ investigation reveals. Explore the breakdown and the controversy.
Mayor Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was due to Tropical Depression Verbena, not substandard construction. The project was above-standard, and the contractor will repair it.
Mayor Gungun Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was caused by extreme weather, not poor construction. The contractor will perform free repairs. Read the full investigation details.
Archbishop Gilbert Garcera leads 14 new CBCP officers starting their two-year service. The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines begins new leadership era with regional representatives nationwide.
Former DPWH engineer Henry Alcantara returns P110M linked to flood control corruption, implicates senators & officials. Justice Secretary confirms more funds to be recovered. Read the full story.
Dismissed DPWH engineer Henry Alcantara returns P110M in corruption case, implicates senators and officials in flood control project anomalies. Read the full investigation details.
Former Mayor Michael Rama secures legal victory as Sandiganbayan prepares arrest warrants for 8 Cebu City officials in garbage collection case. Read the full political feud details.
Mayor Guntrano Gica launches investigation into collapsed dike in Barangay Kang-actol following Tropical Depression Verbena. DPWH confirms contractor will repair damage within one week.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro presents Central Visayas' top infrastructure and development projects, including the Metro-Cebu Expressway, for national funding approval. Learn about the region's strategic investments.
Tropical Depression Verbena triggers severe flooding in Bacolod City, displacing over 15,000 residents and destroying 53 homes. City officials and DPWH meet to address crisis.