A 42-year-old licensed customs broker was found dead with gunshot wounds in a secluded area of Lapu-Lapu City. Police are reviewing CCTV footage to identify suspects and determine the motive behind the killing.
The Philippine Navy's Western Naval Command signs an MOU to establish a Naval Monitoring Detachment at Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, enhancing maritime security and conservation efforts in the Sulu Sea.
Defense Senior Undersecretary Irineo Espino expressed gratitude to Thailand for boosting Philippine military capabilities and backing the country's ASEAN 2026 chairship during a high-level meeting.
Speaker Faustino Dy III pushes for Magna Carta for Barangays at House hearing, aiming to boost compensation, facilities, and institutional support for village officials as frontline governance leaders.
Rumors of a potential leadership change in the Senate have resurfaced, with Senate President Vicente Sotto III dismissing claims of a coup plot while Senator Loren Legarda denies involvement in any power-sharing discussions.
ACT-CIS partylist Representative Edvic Yap resigns from the House of Representatives amid investigations into irregularities in La Union flood control projects, following asset freezes and allegations of financial ties.
Former Albuera Mayor Kerwin Espinosa voluntarily surrendered to NBI-Cevro in Cebu on February 5, 2026, following a murder warrant, with two co-accused also in custody.
The Iloilo City Police Office reported a peaceful and incident-free Jaro Fiesta 2026 celebration, with 160 police personnel deployed for security operations during the Feast of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria.
Philippine Coast Guard personnel from Sub-Station Malamawi successfully rescued two fishermen whose motorboat began taking in water during rough seas off Baluno village, Basilan.
Bacolod City Police Office Director Colonel Joeresty Coronica confirms he is waiting for reassignment, as Mayor Greg Gasataya selects from five candidates for his replacement.
DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla reveals details of a major raid in Mexico, Pampanga, where an illegal cigarette factory was discovered, leading to arrests of Chinese nationals and rescue of Filipino workers. Investigation expands to include possible involve
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) arrested seven individuals in a buy-bust operation in Lubao, Pampanga, seizing 12 grams of shabu worth P81,600 and dismantling a makeshift drug den.
Bacolod City officials, led by Mayor Greg Gasataya, met with DILG-Bacolod director Christian Nagaynay to discuss strict implementation of the Anti-Epal policy, ensuring government projects avoid politicians' names and images to promote accountability.
The House of Representatives imposes another 60-day suspension on Cavite Rep. Francisco Barzaga for repeated violations of rules, including defamatory social media posts against colleagues.
The House Committee on Justice declares two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. insufficient in substance after extensive deliberations, citing lack of evidence and nexus to impeachable grounds.
The Philippines will utilize its ASEAN Chairmanship to accelerate development in Mindanao and BARMM through partnerships, focusing on power, tourism, and connectivity.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District reveals P768 million loss in 2025 with negative cash flow, unveiling aggressive five-year recovery plan while battling political squabbles and legal ambiguities.
The Cebu City Council is studying a measure to help low-income households get clean, affordable water by removing upfront costs and legal hurdles.
Councilor Ralph Abella introduces ordinance requiring boat operators to submit Maritime Industry Authority and Philippine Coast Guard documents before obtaining business permits in Davao City, citing safety concerns after recent maritime incidents.
A 40-year-old purok leader in Aloguinsan, Cebu, was hacked to death by a neighbor after a confrontation over typhoon aid documentation, with the suspect arrested and claiming provocation.
Police in Tagbilaran City have arrested a suspect for the brutal murder of a 37-year-old beautician. The victim was found dead in a grassy area on V. Inting Avenue, with the suspect confessing to the crime following a dispute over money.
A joint operation by PDEA 7 and Mambaling Police Station 11 led to the arrest of a 36-year-old man, alias Nelson, in Cebu City. Seized were 50 grams of shabu valued at P340,000, buy-bust money, and a cellphone used in illegal transactions.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro and Vice Governor Glenn Soco endorse the DILG's nationwide Anti-Epal policy, stressing compliance with rules on public fund projects.
The Office of the Ombudsman has imposed a one-year suspension without pay on Minglanilla, Cebu officials, including Mayor Rajiv Enad, for obstructing permits and a rehabilitation plan for private companies, despite national agency approvals.
Cebu City Council pushes 'Tubig sa Tanan' ordinance to provide low-cost water connections for indigent families, addressing the 'poverty penalty' in water access through a revolving fund and priority zones.
The Ombudsman suspends Minglanilla's mayor, vice mayor, and entire council for one year without pay over selective enforcement, creating a governance vacuum in the town.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro and Vice Governor Glenn Soco endorse DILG's nationwide ban on officials' names and faces on taxpayer-funded projects, emphasizing transparency and fairness in governance.
Davao City lawmakers, including Duterte family members, strongly oppose extending Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga's suspension, warning it undermines voter representation and free speech protections.
PNP Chief General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. expresses confidence in strong evidence leading to convictions for the murders of a policewoman, her son, and a sergeant in Bulacan.
Cebu City Councilor Pastor 'Jun' Alcover Jr. raises serious objections to a proposed 33-story condominium and shopping mall in Nivel Hills, warning of potential traffic chaos and safety risks due to inadequate road infrastructure in the area.