Iloilo City Launches Barangay Academy for Governance
Iloilo City launches the Barangay Academy to enhance grassroots governance through capacity development, institutional strengthening, and demand-driven initiatives.
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Cebu City Mayor Probes Arrest of 68-Year-Old Harmonica Player
Mayor Nestor Archival ordered an investigation into the May 7 arrest of Ireneo Selma Vidal, 68, for violating anti-mendicancy laws while playing harmonica. Councilor Jun Alcover pledges bail and probes alleged mauling.
BPAT Responders Training in Tapul, Sulu Boosts Security
Forty-one BPAT members from six villages in Tapul, Sulu, undergo responders training to enhance grassroots peacekeeping and local security initiatives.
124 arrested in Cebu Sacleo; 6,041 cited
Around 124 individuals were arrested in Cebu province during 10-day Sacleo operations, while over 6,000 ordinance violators were issued citation tickets.
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Stepfather Arrested for Hitting Son with Plastic Chair
A 42-year-old stepfather was arrested after hitting his 8-year-old stepson with a plastic chair over spilled rice. The child was injured and brought to a hospital. The suspect faces charges under RA 7610.
Mayor Urged to Probe CCMC Over Patient Queuing Issues
Senior citizens and patients call on Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival to investigate CCMC over alleged unfair queuing practices and rude behavior by nursing staff.
Mandaue City Rewards Vandals Reporting with Cash, Community Service
Mandaue City intensifies anti-vandalism campaign with cash rewards for informants and community service penalties for violators, as Mayor Ouano urges public cooperation.
Cebu City Council OKs Sanitation Enforcers for BRT
The Cebu City Council approved deploying sanitation enforcers at CBRT stations to issue citation tickets for littering and improper waste segregation.
Two Dead in San Fernando Van-Motorcycle Crash
A Toyota Hi-Ace van and a motorcycle collided on the national road in Barangay Pitalo, San Fernando, killing two teenagers. The van driver survived.
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Cebu City Blocks Binaliw Landfill Reopening Despite DENR OK
Cebu City halts Binaliw landfill reopening after deadly landslide, demands independent safety checks, and pays high costs for alternative waste disposal.
Shootout in Pampanga: Suspect Killed After Manhunt
A man involved in a shooting in San Fernando, Pampanga died in a police shootout. A motorcycle, firearm, bullets, and drugs were recovered.
Carbon Market Privatization Threatens Vendors and Affordability
Vendors launch Save Carbon Public Market Movement, arguing privatization will displace small vendors, raise prices, and harm low-income households in Cebu.
Cebu Mayor Denies Landfill Reopening Reports
CEBU City Mayor Nestor Archival says he has no official confirmation that Prime Integrated Waste Solutions has resumed operations at the Binaliw landfill, prioritizing safety after a fatal trash slide.
551 Arrested in Eastern Visayas Anti-Crime Drive
Police Region 8 arrested 551 individuals during a week-long anti-criminality operation, confiscating drugs and firearms worth over P8.5 million.
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Davao City Road Clearing Turns Violent; City Gov't Defends
A road-clearing operation in Davao City turned violent after ASU personnel and vendors clashed. The city government defends the enforcement, citing public order and compliance with traffic ordinances.
Road Clearing Clash in Davao City
A road clearing operation in Bankerohan, Davao City turned violent as ASU personnel and vendors clashed, leaving several injured and sparking public debate.
Davao de Oro to Pilot One-Stop Shop for Gov't Transactions
Davao de Oro may become the first province in Mindanao to implement a centralized one-stop shop for government transactions, reducing red tape and speeding up services.
Discaya Hospitalized for Shoulder Surgery
Pacifico Discaya, detained by the Senate since September 2025, was brought to the hospital for shoulder surgery. He will be guarded and has limited visitation.
Ex-Convict Nabbed in Cebu Drug Bust, P170K Shabu Seized
A 28-year-old ex-convict was arrested in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Inayawan, Cebu City, yielding P170,000 worth of shabu. He claimed his supplier is inside Cebu City Jail.
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Cebu Enviro Office Excluded from Landfill Probe
Cebu City's environmental office was not included in the composite team investigating the Prime Waste Solutions landfill tragedy that killed 36, raising transparency concerns.
Magalang Mass Wedding for 49 Couples
The Local Government of Magalang held a mass wedding for 49 couples on April 29, officiated by Mayor Malu Paras-Lacson, as part of the town's 421st Founding Anniversary.
77-Year-Old Farmer Found Dead in Ronda; Wife Injured
A 77-year-old farmer with dementia was found dead in Barangay Cansayahon, Ronda. His wife was injured in a motorcycle accident while searching for him.
505th Kadaugan sa Mactan: Reenactment and Unity Message in Lapu-Lapu City
The 505th Kadaugan sa Mactan was celebrated with a reenactment of the Battle of Mactan at Liberty Shrine in Lapu-Lapu City, featuring Elcid Camacho as Datu Lapulapu and Akiko Solon as Reyna Bulakna, with a message of unity and peace.
Cebu City Proposes Single-Pole Ordinance for Utility Poles
A proposed ordinance in Cebu City aims to eliminate clustered poles and dangerous wires, streamline infrastructure, and enhance public safety through a unified pole system.
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Mactan-Cebu Airport Upgrades for ASEAN Summit
Mactan-Cebu International Airport undergoes enhancements for the ASEAN Summit in May, including infrastructure upgrades, security coordination, and local craftsmanship displays to ensure a world-class experience.
Iloilo Police Arrest 9, Seize P2.35M Shabu in 48-Hour Ops
Iloilo City police arrested nine drug suspects and seized over 346 grams of shabu worth P2.35 million in intensified operations from April 21-22, 2026.
Security Guard Found Dead in Liloan Store
A security guard was found dead at a store in Barangay Tayud, Liloan on Thursday morning. Police are investigating the incident with no signs of foul play.
Pampanga Feeding Program Praised for Improving Student Nutrition
Local officials in Pampanga commend businessman Rodolfo Pineda's six-month feeding initiative, which has significantly reduced malnutrition rates among school children across the province.
Water Meter Theft Arrests in Liloan Amid Rising MCWD Cases
Three individuals were arrested in Liloan, Cebu, for allegedly stealing MCWD water meters, with cases surging to 141 incidents in March. Authorities warn of service disruptions and health risks.
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DOTr Housing Projects Boost Lives of NSCR Families in Pampanga
Families affected by the North-South Commuter Railway project receive new homes with utilities and livelihood support from the DOTr in Pampanga.
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