As Cebu enters 2026, residents seek respite from 2025's twin calamities and systemic corruption costing billions. A journalist's personal reflection on national challenges and a plea for peace. Read the full analysis.
Authorities launch a deep probe into the killing of Police SSgt June Ray Estallo Gamones by riding-in-tandem gunmen in Diplahan, Zamboanga Sibugay. Read the latest updates on the investigation.
The 38th Infantry Battalion strengthens ties with reservists in Tupi, South Cotabato through fellowship & firing drills, enhancing national defense unity. Read more.
PRO-3 reports 113 New Year incidents in Central Luzon, including 31 firecracker injuries. Zero deaths and stray bullet cases recorded. Read the full police report.
Cebu City Police confiscated nearly P20 million worth of shabu and arrested 245 suspects in a month-long December operation. Read the full report on the holiday crackdown.
Cebu City police arrest a 20-year-old high-value target in a buy-bust, confiscating over 1kg of shabu worth P7 million. Read the full details of the operation.
Barangay Labangon SK Chairperson Kim Kyle Buendia addresses allegations over his Thailand vacation, presenting documents to prove it was personal and authorized. Read his full statement.
A deformed slug was found in a La Castellana residence after damaging the roof and floor. PRO-NIR urges the public to report any gunfire immediately to ensure community safety.
Bacolod City Council ratifies P327.9 million contracts for garbage collection and landfill management. New consortium promises 60 trucks to clear backlog swiftly. #Bacolod
The Police Regional Office–Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) declared the New Year festivities generally peaceful, with zero firecracker deaths and significant arrests. Read about the successful Ligtas Paskuhan 2025 campaign.
Basilan province recorded no firecracker-related injuries during the 2026 New Year revelry. Governor Hataman credits security forces for the safe and peaceful celebration. Read more.
The 1103rd Infantry 'Kalis' Brigade spearheaded the 129th Rizal Day Commemoration in Jolo, Sulu, with Governor Tan as guest of honor. The event highlighted unity and patriotism.
Central Visayas welcomed 2026 with a safe celebration. Police report no fireworks injuries or gunfire incidents on New Year's Eve. Read the full story.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies he did not authorize the Thailand trip of a Barangay Labangon SK official, stating it appears private. Public funds were not used, he says. Get the full story.
Mandaue City's New Year passed peacefully with no firecracker-related cases. Police credit enforcement, public cooperation, and strict EO 2025-071. Read how the community ensured safety.
The Philippines welcomed 2026 with generally peaceful celebrations. The PNP reported 183 firecracker-related injuries but zero fatalities and no major crimes. Read the full report.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte thanks Duterte Diehard Supporters in his 2026 New Year message, criticizes the national administration, and explains his 'no' vote on the P6.793-trillion budget. Read his full statement.
Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo 'Jonkie' Ouano outlines his administration's 2026 priorities: public safety, disaster preparedness, and economic recovery. Read his full New Year's message and plans.
A look back at the defining moments in Cebu Province for 2025, from a shocking family tragedy and political shifts to powerful earthquakes and deadly floods. Read the full recap.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro signs EO 79, creating a Heritage Site Commission to protect cultural landmarks. This is among 80 executive orders she issued, focusing on transparency and institutional reform. Learn about the new body's powers and members.
Mayor Nestor Archival details Cebu City's 2026 focus: accelerating development, disaster resilience, and basic services. Key projects include hospital expansion and 250,000 trees. Read more.
The Cebu Provincial Board approved key measures on health, disaster, and transparency, and started livestreaming sessions. Read about their impactful work.
Mabolo Barangay Captain Danny Arguedo ordered road closures without a permit, causing traffic chaos. Cebu City TMC holds emergency meeting. Could he face legal action?
Bacolod police seized P2.278 million worth of suspected shabu and arrested a high-value drug personality in a Tuesday night operation. Read the full details of the drug bust.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano vows to prioritize safety, preparedness, and economic recovery in 2026 after a year of challenges. Read his full New Year's message and the city's plans.
The Marawi Rehabilitation Program distributed P3.8 million to 64 displaced families for construction labor costs. Each received P60,000 to help rebuild homes destroyed in the 2017 siege. Learn more about the ongoing recovery efforts.
Philippine Coast Guard intercepts P840,000 worth of smuggled cigarettes on a passenger vessel in Jolo, Sulu. Read the full story on the latest border security operation.
Eastern Visayas top cop Brig. Gen. Jason Capoy warns police of immediate arrest for indiscriminate firing this New Year 2026. Read about the strict holiday security measures.
A 19-year-old Japanese man is in custody after allegedly assaulting his 17-year-old girlfriend in a rented room in Mabolo, Cebu. The victim's mother rescued her with the help of a security guard.
Police in Barili, Cebu, arrest one suspect for a firecracker-triggered blaze that destroyed nine market stalls. Authorities continue the manhunt for his accomplice.