Bohol Police Chief Relieved Amid Viral Video Probe

Lt. Col. John Kareen Escober, chief of Tagbilaran City Police Station, has been relieved from duty effective March 16, 2026, as the Bohol Police Provincial Office investigates a viral social media video showing an alleged abduction.

John Dx Lapid Named New MCWD General Manager in Cebu

Attorney John Dx Lapid has been appointed as the new general manager of the Metropolitan Cebu Water District, replacing Edgar Donoso. He prioritizes stabilizing operations and reviewing contracts to ensure financial stability.

Mandaue PWDs Meet on Cash Aid, Rice Subsidy Programs

Persons with Disabilities in Barangay Umapad, Mandaue City convened to review details of the first phase of cash assistance and a subsidized rice initiative under 'Benteng Bigas, Meron Na!' aimed at easing food costs.

Court Clears Ex-Cebu Governor Garcia in River Cleanup Case

The Court of Appeals has dismissed all administrative charges against former Cebu governor Gwendolyn Garcia, reversing earlier rulings related to a 2024 river desilting project. The court found no evidence of bad faith or corruption in her actions.

Iloilo Police Arrest HVI, Seize P1.5M Shabu in Lemery

Iloilo Police Provincial Office operatives arrested a high-value individual and confiscated 220 grams of shabu worth P1,496,000 during a coordinated buy-bust operation in Barangay San Jose, Lemery, Iloilo. The suspect, identified as alias Bobot, faces cha

130 Police Secure 30th Sinigayan Festival in Sagay

The Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office deployed 130 security personnel to ensure safety during the 30th Sinigayan Festival from March 16 to 20, 2026, highlighting strong police-community-government collaboration.

Cebu Governor's 'War' Declaration Over Tax Sparks Tension

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro declares readiness for 'war' against Vice Governor Glenn Anthony Soco amid a dispute over a P1.2 billion tax settlement with Apo Land and Quarry Corp., highlighting political friction and fiscal accountability concerns.

Mandaue City Probes Woman's Death at DSWD Cash Aid Event

The Mandaue City Legal Office is investigating the death of a 31-year-old mother during an Emergency Cash Transfer payout validation. Authorities are examining potential lapses in medical response and have provided financial assistance to the family.

Missing Bohol Student Found After 10-Day Search

A 21-year-old student from the University of Southern Philippines Foundation in Bohol was located after a 10-day search by her family and police, who report she is currently traumatized and resting.

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