Cebu Market Vendors Protest 300% Rent Hike
Cebu City's Carbon Public Market vendors protest a 300% rent increase set for Feb. 15, 2026, as Mayor Archival cites legal obligations and Vice Mayor Osmeña appeals to the Supreme Court.
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Cebu City Gives P30K Aid to 81 Families After Demolition
Cebu City Government distributed P30,060 cash assistance to 81 families displaced by a court-ordered demolition in Barangay Calamba, with officials promising long-term housing solutions.
LTO 7 Director Prioritizes Integrity, Seeks Public Help
LTO 7 Regional Director Francisco Ranches Jr. announces integrity development as top priority, urges public to report bribery and avoid fixers to clean up agency operations in Central Visayas.
LTO 7 Probes Minglanilla Crash, Suspends Driver's License
The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas investigates a vehicle plowing through a roadside crowd in Minglanilla, suspending the driver's license and enforcing strict penalties under anti-drunk driving laws.
ICI Submits 125-Day Report to Malacañang, Cites P24.7B Seizures
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure submits its 125-day accomplishment report to Malacañang, detailing 9 Ombudsman referrals, 6,692 frozen accounts, and P24.7 billion in asset seizures from flood control corruption probes.
Western Visayas Top Most Wanted Person Arrested in Iloilo
Police Regional Office 6 apprehends the region's number one most wanted person, alias Enteng, for qualified rape during a late-night operation in Balasan, Iloilo.
Basilan Raid: Firearms, P200K Vapes Seized, Suspect Arrested
Police in Basilan province arrested a suspect and confiscated high-powered firearms along with approximately P200,000 worth of undocumented e-cigarettes during an early morning operation in Lamitan City.
Comelec: Barangay Officials Can Campaign in Antipolo Polls
Comelec Chairman George Garcia confirms barangay officials in Antipolo City's Second District can campaign for candidates in the March 14 special elections, citing a 2009 Supreme Court ruling.
Philippines-Brazil Defense Partnership Strengthened
The Philippines expresses gratitude to Brazil as its sole Latin American defense ally and key contributor to AFP modernization during diplomatic anniversary celebrations.
DOJ Files Cyber Libel Charges Against Senate Witness
The Department of Justice files cyber libel charges against Michael Maurillo over viral video claims against Senator Risa Hontiveros, while dismissing complaints against six other personalities.
Davao Police Step Up Anti-Shoplifting Efforts Amid Rising Cases
The Davao City Police Office reports theft as the most frequent crime in January 2026, attributing increased statistics to stricter enforcement and prosecution rather than a crime surge.
Davao City Hall Restoration for 100th Anniversary
Davao City Hall will undergo exterior rehabilitation and repainting to restore its original neoclassical design ahead of its 100th anniversary and Araw ng Davao celebrations.
Davao Health Office: Free Tooth Extraction Not Regular
The Davao City Health Office clarifies free tooth extraction is only available during scheduled dental caravans, not at regular health centers, addressing viral misinformation.
Cebu City Plans P10.25M Digital Complaint System Upgrade
Cebu City Government pushes for a P10.25-million Citizen Action Center to consolidate public complaints into a unified AI-enabled platform, replacing fragmented reporting channels.
Police Appeal for Help in Mambaling Shooting Case
Authorities in Cebu City are requesting public assistance to identify a man fatally shot in Sitio Puntod, Barangay Mambaling, as the motive remains unknown and the suspect is at large.
Drug Suspect Escapes Davao Police Custody, Six Cops Relieved
A Top 4 City-Level High-Value Individual facing drug charges escaped from the Davao City Police Office custodial facility. Six police personnel have been relieved as authorities launch a manhunt.
Army Units in Iloilo Boost Disaster Prep for Storm Basyang
The 61st and 12th Infantry Battalions in Iloilo activate emergency teams, preposition assets, and coordinate with local authorities to ensure rapid response and community safety ahead of Tropical Storm Basyang's potential impact.
Cebu Gov. Baricuatro Receives Death Threat, Cites Political Plot
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro reveals a death threat from a hired killer from Mindanao, with a P2.5 million bounty, amid political tensions and a demolition job accusation.
Man Shot Dead in Mambaling, Cebu; Police Probe Suspect
An unidentified man was fatally shot in Sitio Puntod, Barangay Mambaling, Cebu City, on February 5, 2026. Police are investigating the incident, with no suspects identified yet.
Father-Son Duo Arrested in Dauis Drug Den Raid
Four individuals, including a father and son, were arrested in a drug den raid in Dauis, Bohol, with authorities seizing 16 grams of shabu worth P108,800 and related paraphernalia.
Cebu Garbage Crisis Worsens Ahead of 2026 Elections
Councilor Dave Tumulak raises alarm over Cebu City's escalating waste problem, warning that barangay-level segregation has become politically sensitive ahead of the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections.
PNP Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Cigarette Factories
Philippine National Police chief vows to intensify intelligence operations against illegal cigarette factories, following recent seizures and inspections across the country.
Angeles City Approves 2026 Disaster Fund, Reviews Data
The Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council held its first quarter meeting, approving revised objectives for the 2026 Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund and reviewing geotagged data to enhance disaster preparedness and r
Three More Arrested in Police Sergeant Killing Case
Philippine police have apprehended three additional suspects in the brutal murder of Police Staff Sergeant Renato Casauay Jr., whose body was found dumped in a septic tank in Bulacan.
Pampanga LGUs Pass Child-Friendly Governance Audit
Twenty local government units in Pampanga have successfully passed the 2025 Child-Friendly Local Governance Audit and Seal, part of a regional effort in Central Luzon to enhance children's welfare.
PNP Crackdown on Illegal Cigarette Factories Intensifies
Philippine National Police chief vows to dismantle illegal cigarette factories nationwide following a P3.5 million smuggling bust in Maguindanao del Norte, targeting financiers and criminal networks.
P3.5M Shabu Seized in Iloilo Police Operation
Iloilo Police Provincial Office operatives confiscated 515 grams of shabu worth P3.5 million in Passi City, arresting two suspects in a coordinated anti-drug operation.
Iloilo's 6th Most Wanted Arrested for Rape in Police Operation
Police in Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, arrested the province's sixth most wanted person for rape during a warrant operation in Barangay Tinori-an on February 6, 2026.
P1.49M Shabu Seized, 6 Arrested in Iloilo Drug Bust
Police in Western Visayas arrested six drug suspects, including three high-value individuals, and confiscated 220 grams of shabu worth P1.49 million in Oton, Iloilo. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal drugs in the region.
NIR Crime Rate Drops 11.84% in January 2026
Police Regional Office in Negros Island Region reports significant 11.84% decrease in focus crimes for January 2026, attributing success to enhanced police visibility and community coordination.
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