Cebu Gov. Baricuatro Receives Death Threat, Cites Political Plot
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro reveals a death threat from a hired killer from Mindanao, with a P2.5 million bounty, amid political tensions and a demolition job accusation.
Category : Politics
Man Shot Dead in Mambaling, Cebu; Police Probe Suspect
An unidentified man was fatally shot in Sitio Puntod, Barangay Mambaling, Cebu City, on February 5, 2026. Police are investigating the incident, with no suspects identified yet.
Father-Son Duo Arrested in Dauis Drug Den Raid
Four individuals, including a father and son, were arrested in a drug den raid in Dauis, Bohol, with authorities seizing 16 grams of shabu worth P108,800 and related paraphernalia.
Cebu Garbage Crisis Worsens Ahead of 2026 Elections
Councilor Dave Tumulak raises alarm over Cebu City's escalating waste problem, warning that barangay-level segregation has become politically sensitive ahead of the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections.
PNP Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Cigarette Factories
Philippine National Police chief vows to intensify intelligence operations against illegal cigarette factories, following recent seizures and inspections across the country.
Angeles City Approves 2026 Disaster Fund, Reviews Data
The Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council held its first quarter meeting, approving revised objectives for the 2026 Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund and reviewing geotagged data to enhance disaster preparedness and r
Three More Arrested in Police Sergeant Killing Case
Philippine police have apprehended three additional suspects in the brutal murder of Police Staff Sergeant Renato Casauay Jr., whose body was found dumped in a septic tank in Bulacan.
Pampanga LGUs Pass Child-Friendly Governance Audit
Twenty local government units in Pampanga have successfully passed the 2025 Child-Friendly Local Governance Audit and Seal, part of a regional effort in Central Luzon to enhance children's welfare.
PNP Crackdown on Illegal Cigarette Factories Intensifies
Philippine National Police chief vows to dismantle illegal cigarette factories nationwide following a P3.5 million smuggling bust in Maguindanao del Norte, targeting financiers and criminal networks.
P3.5M Shabu Seized in Iloilo Police Operation
Iloilo Police Provincial Office operatives confiscated 515 grams of shabu worth P3.5 million in Passi City, arresting two suspects in a coordinated anti-drug operation.
Iloilo's 6th Most Wanted Arrested for Rape in Police Operation
Police in Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, arrested the province's sixth most wanted person for rape during a warrant operation in Barangay Tinori-an on February 6, 2026.
P1.49M Shabu Seized, 6 Arrested in Iloilo Drug Bust
Police in Western Visayas arrested six drug suspects, including three high-value individuals, and confiscated 220 grams of shabu worth P1.49 million in Oton, Iloilo. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal drugs in the region.
NIR Crime Rate Drops 11.84% in January 2026
Police Regional Office in Negros Island Region reports significant 11.84% decrease in focus crimes for January 2026, attributing success to enhanced police visibility and community coordination.
PRO 6 Arrests 250 Wanted Persons in Monthlong Operation
Police Regional Office 6 apprehends 250 wanted individuals, including all Top 10 Most Wanted Persons, during January 2026 operations across Western Visayas.
Remulla Targets Illegal Cigarette Trade, Names Politicians
DILG Secretary Jovic Remulla pledges relentless pursuit against illegal cigarette manufacturing, implicating two Northern Luzon congressmen as masterminds in a press briefing in Mexico, Pampanga.
Bacolod Bans Alcohol in Cemeteries, Imposes Undas Liquor Ban
Bacolod City Council passes ordinance prohibiting drinking and bringing alcoholic beverages in public and private cemeteries, with special Tigkalalag/Undas/Piyesta Minatay liquor ban for safety.
Cebu Governor Denies Role in Mayor's Suspension
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro denies involvement in Mayor Rajiv Enad's suspension, citing political tactics and revealing a death threat against her amid governance concerns.
BOC Clark Seizes ₱7M Marijuana from France
The Bureau of Customs at Port of Clark intercepted a shipment from France containing 4.6kg of high-grade marijuana valued at ₱7 million, declared as steel brackets.
PAGCOR Donates Patient Transport Vehicles to LGUs, Lung Center
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has donated patient transport vehicles to five local government units and the Lung Center of the Philippines to enhance healthcare delivery and emergency response nationwide.
DILG Project Branding Ban Sparks Debate on Leadership Substance
The DILG's directive to remove names and faces from government projects ignites discussion on political branding versus substantive governance, highlighting leaders who prioritize results over publicity in Philippine politics.
Cebu City Councilors Question Emergency Garbage Contract
Cebu City councilors scrutinize a P60.83 million emergency garbage contract, questioning if costs match actual waste volumes after the Binaliw landfill tragedy.
Police Probe Fatal Shooting of Customs Broker in Lapu-Lapu
Lapu-Lapu City police are investigating the fatal shooting of licensed customs broker Jaylee Tayong, ruling out robbery as a motive and scouring CCTV footage for suspects.
Cebu Mayor Says No to Senior Aid Hike, Focuses on Waitlist
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival declines proposal to raise financial assistance for seniors, citing need to first help thousands on waitlist before increasing amounts.
Kerwin Espinosa Surrenders to NBI in Cebu
Albuera Mayor Rolan 'Kerwin' Espinosa surrenders to NBI-Cevro in Cebu City following an arrest warrant for murder, with assets forfeited and political succession initiated.
Customs Broker Shot Dead in Lapu-Lapu City, Police Investigate
A 42-year-old licensed customs broker was found shot dead in a remote area of Lapu-Lapu City. Police are reviewing CCTV footage and investigating the motive, with robbery ruled out as personal belongings were untouched.
P1.36M Shabu Seized, HVI Arrested in Lambunao Operation
Police in Iloilo arrested a newly identified high-value individual and confiscated P1.36 million worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Marong, Lambunao.
Impeachment Complaints vs. Marcos Jr. Dismissed by House Committee
The House Committee on Justice has dismissed two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr., citing lack of substantial evidence and emphasizing the legal rigor required for such proceedings.
Two Most Wanted Suspects Arrested in Capiz, Iloilo
Police Regional Office 6 apprehended two most wanted individuals in separate operations in Capiz and Iloilo for statutory rape and acts of lasciviousness, part of intensified efforts to ensure public safety in Western Visayas.
110 Police Chiefs in Western Visayas Pass Drug Test
All 110 city and municipal chiefs of police in Western Visayas tested negative for illegal drugs in a mandatory screening, reinforcing PRO 6's commitment to integrity and discipline in law enforcement.
P816K Shabu Seized, HVI Arrested in Iloilo City Buy-Bust
Police in Iloilo City arrested a high-value individual and confiscated approximately 120 grams of suspected shabu valued at P816,000 during a coordinated anti-drug operation in Barangay San Juan, Molo District.
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