Fugitive San Simon Mayor Evades Pampanga Police
Suspended San Simon Mayor Abundio 'JP' Punsalan Jr. is a fugitive as police fail to locate him for graft and malversation charges. Authorities continue the manhunt.
Suspended San Simon Mayor Abundio 'JP' Punsalan Jr. is a fugitive as police fail to locate him for graft and malversation charges. Authorities continue the manhunt.
A Cebu court has dismissed the criminal case against three Romanian nationals accused of a P150,000 ATM skimming scheme due to insufficient evidence. Learn why the prosecution's case fell apart.
A violent altercation at a Cebu City resto bar between a man and his ex-partner has resulted in a VAWC complaint. Get the full details on the incident and the legal consequences.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte refuses to attend the ICI investigation into alleged flood control anomalies, accusing the commission of being a 'political weapon'. Read the full statement.
Vice President Sara Duterte condemns the 60-day suspension of Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga, calling it a move to silence government critics. Read the full statement and reactions.
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.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte refuses to attend the ICI inquiry into flood-control anomalies, citing separation of powers and accusing the body of political harassment. He urges an investigation into President Marcos instead.
An aircon technician was caught by guards at a Cebu hotel allegedly stealing wire. He denies the accusation, but hotel management is filing Qualified Theft charges. Read the full story.
Davao City Government turns over a patient transport and a multipurpose vehicle to the Muslim Affairs Office to enhance community services and emergency response. Learn about the new initiative.
Malacañang defends the Solicitor General's move to seek Supreme Court permission to represent officials in the ICC petition. Palace says OSG is acting within its legal mandate.
Cebu City outlines Sinulog 2026 preparations, PAGASA forecasts La Niña, and the Ombudsman files a case against Governor Baricuatro. Get the latest updates.
DILG-Davao awaits national office guidance on the official status of Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte and Acting Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II. Read the latest updates on the succession.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte criticizes DTI's ₱500 Noche Buena budget as out of touch, urging officials to experience real market prices. Read the public's reaction.
Six CIDG personnel face charges after P13 million vanished from seized Pogo cash in Bataan. PNP vows no tolerance for corruption. Read the full investigation details.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is facing an administrative complaint for alleged false statements regarding a sea ambulance purchase. Read the details of the case filed by Byron Garcia.
CIDG Acting Director says three co-accused in ex-Rep. Zaldy Co's P289-M graft case are 'dummy' officials. Warrants issued, some remain at large.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro faces an administrative complaint for alleged false statements about a sea ambulance procurement. Byron Garcia filed the case with the Ombudsman. Read the full story.
Davao City Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte accuses Marcos administration of allowing foreign interference and worsening wealth inequality in the Philippines. Read his full statement.
As political tensions escalate in the Philippines, citizens confront twin dilemmas of leadership succession and massive corruption. Can the nation break from its troubled past? Join the conversation.
Zaldy Co's sudden transformation from villain to hero reveals the tribal nature of Duterte-aligned politics. Discover how loyalty trumps principle in Philippine political dynamics. Read our analysis.
A 19-year-old man was arrested after violently assaulting his female cousin in Apas, Cebu City. The attack followed a dispute over P20 for food. Read the full details of this family violence case.
Former Cebu City officials face graft charges for alleged P240M overpayment in garbage collection. Ombudsman files case at Sandiganbayan. Learn details.
Cebuano attorney Atty. Rameses Villagonzalo becomes the first lawyer from Cebu and Visayas region accredited to the International Criminal Court's List of Counsel. Discover his journey and commitment to international justice.
Cebuano lawyer Rameses Villagonzalo becomes the first from Visayas accredited to the ICC List of Counsel. Discover his journey and its impact on Philippine justice.
Davao City Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte delivers strong warning to drug pushers exploiting children. Read about the city's crackdown on illegal substances.
ICC Appeals Chamber confirms Rodrigo Duterte must remain detained, citing flight risk and influence concerns. The former Philippine president faces crimes against humanity charges.
Davao City officially launched its Pasko Fiesta 2025 with a 30-foot Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Mayor Baste Duterte highlighted community values, while a ₱44 million budget ensures festive celebrations.
Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte says Dabawenyos rejected vote-buying claims, electing Hugpong sa Tawong Lungsod despite AICS distribution controversies. Local lawmakers demand transparency.
Philippines Senate swiftly approves ₱889.236M OVP budget for 2026, raising transparency concerns despite improved government coordination. Read the full analysis.
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.