Category : Judicial System


Cebu Hit-and-Run Tragedy Exposes Justice System Flaws

A fatal hit-and-run in Cebu City, resulting in the death of young businessman Kingston Ralph Cheng, highlights systemic failures in evidence collection and law enforcement, raising public anger and calls for legal reform.

Supreme Court Allows Co-ownership for Same-Sex Couples

The Philippine Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples can claim co-ownership of property under Article 148 of the Family Code, provided they live together and prove contributions, reversing a lower court decision.

DOJ Intensifies Manhunt for Atong Ang, Confident He's in PH

The Department of Justice has reaffirmed its commitment to using all available methods to locate and apprehend businessman Atong Ang, who faces kidnapping and illegal detention charges. Authorities are confident he has not left the country.

Quiboloy Lawyer Files Rejoinder Affidavit in DOJ Case

Attorney Israelito Torreon has submitted a rejoinder affidavit to the Department of Justice regarding an obstruction of justice complaint filed by the Philippine National Police against Pastor Apollo Quiboloy.

Mayor Espinosa Released After Cebu Court Drops Murder Case

Albuera Mayor Kerwin Espinosa has been released from jail after a Cebu court recalled his arrest warrant, citing lack of jurisdiction as the alleged crime occurred in Leyte. The court also rejected a law allowing case transfers for public officials.

SC Allows Property Co-Ownership for Same-Sex Couples

The Philippine Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples living together may be recognized as co-owners of property if they can prove actual financial contribution, citing Article 148 of the Family Code.

70 Basilan Police Relieved Over Hazing of New Recruits

Around 70 members of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion-14B in Lamitan City, Basilan were relieved following reports of hazing against newly assigned police officers. Twelve personnel, including a colonel, face charges under the anti-hazing law.

Top 2 Most Wanted Murder Suspect Captured in Cebu

Roel Lauron Judilla, a top 2 most wanted person for murder, was arrested in San Fernando, Cebu, based on a warrant issued in September 2025. The suspect allegedly shot his neighbor while drunk.

Supreme Court Blocks VP Duterte Impeachment

The Supreme Court's final ruling against impeachment complaints targeting Vice President Sara Duterte establishes new legal barriers and transforms accountability mechanisms in Philippine governance.

Pre-Trial Reset in P96.5M Ghost Flood Control Graft Case

Judge Nelson Leyco of Lapu-Lapu RTC Branch 27 resets pre-trial to February 27, 2026 for contractor Sarah Discaya and nine others facing graft and malversation charges over an alleged ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental worth P96.5 million.

Four Arrested in Murder of Policewoman and Son

Police Senior Master Sergeant John Mollenido and three others, including a car sales couple, were arrested for the killing of his estranged wife and their eight-year-old son, with bodies found in Bulacan and Tarlac.

Antique Police Arrest 9th Most Wanted Person

Police in Antique province have successfully apprehended the region's ninth most wanted individual, facing four counts of acts of lasciviousness under RA 7610, following a coordinated operation in Libertad.

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