Bacolod's Oplan Kontra Baha Launched, Marcos Trip Postponed
Bacolod City launches Oplan Kontra Baha to combat flooding. President Marcos postpones visit due to Tropical Depression Wilma. Details on the cleanup of nine major waterways inside.
Category : Politics
Bacolod OKs P4.75B 2026 Budget with P300M Hike
Bacolod City Council unanimously approves a P4.75 billion budget for 2026, a P300 million increase. Funds target health, social services, and revenue generation. Read the details.
DOJ's Cadiz Resigns Over Flood Control Project Scandal
DOJ Undersecretary Jojo Cadiz resigns after being implicated in anomalous flood control projects and allegations of receiving P1 billion. The Ombudsman launches a probe.
5 Cops Relieved in P14-M Porac Robbery Investigation
Five police officers in Central Luzon were relieved for alleged involvement in a P14-million robbery in Porac. PRO-3 Director Brig. Gen. Peñones vows no tolerance for misconduct. Read the latest.
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.
5 Pampanga Cops Removed Over P14M Porac Robbery
Five Angeles City police officers face a special probe for alleged involvement in a P14 million robbery in Porac. PNP chief vows dismissal and jail if found liable.
Discayas' Luxury Cars Sold for P9.5M in BOC Auction
Two more luxury vehicles owned by contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya were auctioned for nearly P9.5 million. Read the latest on the BOC's asset recovery efforts.
Mandaue Proposes Ordinance to Map Disaster-Prone Areas
Mandaue City plans a new ordinance to map all high-risk zones and identify potential victims before calamities strike. Learn how this aims to speed up aid delivery.
Charges Filed for P96.5M Ghost Flood Control Project
Ombudsman files graft, malversation charges vs DPWH officials, contractor for non-existent P96.5M Davao Occidental flood control. President Marcos orders arrest. Read the full story.
Cebu Court Dismisses ATM Skimming Case vs Romanians
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.
MCWD Officials Accused of Corruption in Ombudsman Complaint
An anonymous MCWD employee files a corruption complaint with the Ombudsman-Visayas, alleging favoritism, fund misuse, and contract irregularities. Officials ordered to respond.
Cebu Resto Bar Brawl Leads to VAWC Case Filing
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.
Visitor Caught with P1,360 Worth of Shabu in Prison
A 47-year-old housekeeper was arrested after police found 0.20 grams of shabu hidden in her shorts during a prison visit in Talisay City. Read the full details of the drug smuggling attempt.
Duterte Rejects Flood Control Probe, Cites Harassment
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.
Baricuatro Takes Helm as RDC-7 Chair in Central Visayas
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is now the chairperson of the Regional Development Council in Central Visayas (RDC-7). She succeeds Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado, who passed the torch in a formal ceremony.
MCWD Board in Crisis, Lacks Quorum for Decisions
Metropolitan Cebu Water District operates with an incomplete Board of Directors, risking service disruptions. Mayor Archival demands immediate action to fill vacancies.
Sisters Nabbed in Minglanilla for Online Sabong Violations
Two sisters were arrested in Minglanilla for illegal online sabong. Police are tracking 38 more suspects. Read the full details of the crackdown.
PRO 7 Arrests Nearly 5,000 Wanted Persons in 2025
Police Regional Office 7 reports arresting nearly 5,000 wanted persons from Jan 1 to Nov 27, 2025. Read about the successful manhunt operations and community safety efforts.
Indian Arrested in Cebu for Opium Sales, P163M Found
PDEG 7 arrests an Indian national in Cebu City for allegedly selling opium from his store. Authorities confiscate P163 million in cash and illegal drugs worth P208,000. Read the full story.
MCWD Officials Face Ombudsman Probe Over Corruption
An anonymous employee accuses MCWD top brass of corruption, favoritism, and fund misuse. The Ombudsman-Visayas orders GM Edgar Donoso to submit counter-affidavits. Read the full story.
PRO 7 Arrests 5,000+ Wanted Persons in 2025 Crackdown
Police Regional Office 7's year-long manhunt nets over 5,000 fugitives, including 936 Most Wanted Persons. Discover how this operation makes Central Visayas safer.
Indian National Arrested in Cebu for Opium Possession
PNP Drug Enforcement Group 7 arrests Lalith Chellaram Sangwani, seizing 320 grams of suspected opium from his mini mart. Read the full details of the operation.
US Defense Secretary Risked Secrets on Signal App
A Pentagon watchdog found US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth risked exposing classified Yemen strike details via Signal. The report criticizes his actions. Read the full story.
P19.8M Smuggled Cigarettes, Drugs Seized in Sultan Kudarat
Police in Sultan Kudarat seized P19.8 million worth of smuggled cigarettes and P13,600 in illegal drugs in a major raid. The suspect remains at large. Read the full story.
54 Basilan Amnesty Applicants Receive Safe Conduct Passes
54 former MILF and MNLF combatants in Basilan receive Safe Conduct Passes, shielding them from arrest as their amnesty applications are processed. A key step for peace.
4 Arrested, P149K Shabu Seized in Cotabato Drug Den Bust
PDEA-BARMM operatives dismantled a drug den in Cotabato City, arresting four suspects and confiscating P149,600 worth of suspected shabu. Read the full details of the anti-drug operation.
Davao Pasko Fiesta 2025: Road Closures & ₱44M Budget
Davao City gears up for Pasko Fiesta 2025 with temporary road closures for Banda Dasig & Parada sa Pasko. Discover the schedule, affected areas, and event details.
Sara Duterte Criticizes Suspension of Rep. Barzaga
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.
Duterte Welcomes Probe into Davao Flood Control Projects
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 Police Launch Anti-Fake Information Campaign
Police in Davao del Norte and Davao del Sur hold consultative forums to combat disinformation. Officials stress collaboration between police, media, and the public to promote truth.
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