Cebu Hit-and-Run Reveals Flaws in Road Safety Enforcement

The tragic death of entrepreneur Kingston Ralph Co Cheng in a hit-and-run incident highlights systemic failures in Cebu City's ability to enforce road safety laws, with a 19-hour delay in alcohol testing due to equipment shortages.

CCMC Construction Resumes After Months of Delay

Mayor Nestor Archival has officially restarted construction on the Cebu City Medical Center, aiming to alleviate severe hospital congestion by adding new floors and increasing bed capacity from 150 to 400 beds by 2027.

Cebu Mandates Drug Tests for All Government Workers

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro implements a drug-free workplace policy with random drug testing for all provincial officials and employees, backed by Executive Order No. 2 and Provincial Ordinance No. 2025-10.

Bayan Group Opposes Carbon Market Privatization in Cebu

The Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) Central Visayas has voiced strong opposition to the Carbon Joint Venture Agreement, warning it could privatize the public market, raise rents, displace vendors, and increase prices for essential goods.

Palace Denies Ex-Spokesperson's Claim of Marcos' Cancer

Malacañang strongly refutes allegations by former Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque that President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. has colon cancer, calling it baseless propaganda that threatens national stability.

Mayor Espinosa Released After Cebu Court Drops Murder Case

Albuera Mayor Kerwin Espinosa has been released from jail after a Cebu court recalled his arrest warrant, citing lack of jurisdiction as the alleged crime occurred in Leyte. The court also rejected a law allowing case transfers for public officials.

Iloilo Police Arrest HVI, Seize P2.24M Shabu in Buy-Bust

Police in Western Visayas arrested a high-value drug suspect and seized 330 grams of shabu worth P2.24 million during a buy-bust operation in Iloilo City. The operation also recovered an unlicensed firearm and drug paraphernalia.

Iloilo Police Arrest HVI, Seize P1.088M Shabu in Raid

Iloilo City Police Station 2 operatives arrested a 61-year-old high-value individual in Barangay MacArthur, seizing 160 grams of suspected shabu worth P1,088,000 and a homemade shotgun during a coordinated buy-bust operation.

SC Allows Property Co-Ownership for Same-Sex Couples

The Philippine Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples living together may be recognized as co-owners of property if they can prove actual financial contribution, citing Article 148 of the Family Code.

NCSC Gives ₱100K to Aeta Centenarians, Addresses Rumors

The National Commission of Senior Citizens distributed ₱100,000 cash gifts to four Aeta centenarians in Tarlac, delivering a felicitation letter from President Marcos Jr. and clarifying false social media claims about delays.

PH Stands Firm vs China Retaliation in WPS Dispute

Malacañang asserts the Philippines will not be intimidated by China's travel bans on officials and criticism of Senate actions, maintaining a firm yet diplomatic approach in the West Philippine Sea dispute.

P748K Shabu Seized in Victorias City, Two Arrested

Police in Negros Occidental arrested two drug suspects and recovered P748,000 worth of shabu in Victorias City. One suspect is a regional-level high-value individual previously targeted in operations.

Lapu-Lapu City Opens Upgraded Fire District Building

Lapu-Lapu City officials led by Mayor Cindi Chan inaugurated the renovated Fire District building on February 11, 2026, featuring enhanced facilities to improve firefighter operations and emergency response.

LTO 7 Suspends License in Cebu Hit-and-Run

The Land Transportation Office 7 imposes a 90-day preventive suspension on Sean Andrew Pajarillo's driver's license after a fatal hit-and-run incident in Cebu City, with conflicting reports on alcohol influence.

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