COA Questions Cebu City's P11.18B Spending Report
COA's 2024 audit reveals Cebu City reported P11.18B as spent but not disbursed, with a P3.9B development fund only 7.4% used. Read the full report on financial transparency.
Category : Local Government
COA: Talisay City Misused P26.6M Disaster Fund
State auditors found Talisay City Government charged ineligible expenses like a traffic command center and salary differentials to its disaster risk reduction fund in 2023-2024. Read the full report.
Mandaue City Requires Special Permits for Holiday Events
Mandaue City's BPLO mandates special permits for businesses holding events outside their premises this Christmas season to ensure public safety and order. Read the full guidelines.
Mandaue BPLO: Get Special Permits for Holiday Events
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
Minors Caught Trapped in Robbed Dalaguete Sari-Sari Store
A 13-year-old and an 18-year-old were arrested after getting trapped inside a barangay councilor's store they robbed in Dalaguete, Cebu. Over P2,000 was stolen. Read the full police report.
Minors Caught Trapped in Robbed Dalaguete Sari-Sari Store
A 13-year-old and an 18-year-old were arrested after getting trapped inside a sari-sari store they broke into in Dalaguete, Cebu. Over P2,000 was stolen. Read the full police report.
Minors Caught After Being Trapped in Dalaguete Store Robbery
An 18-year-old and a 13-year-old were arrested after getting trapped inside a sari-sari store they broke into in Barangay Tapon, Dalaguete. Over P2,000 was stolen. Read the full police report.
COA: Talisay Misused ₱26.6M Disaster Fund
The Commission on Audit discovered Talisay City charged ₱26.6M in non-disaster expenses to its calamity fund. Officials defended the spending, but auditors rejected their justifications. Read the full report.
Unpaid Pandemic Health Workers in Cebu City
Thousands of Cebu City health workers remain unpaid for their COVID-19 service due to bureaucratic delays. Councilors demand immediate release of P431M in allocated funds. Read more.
Cebu City Health Workers' Pandemic Allowances Unpaid
Nearly 4,000 Cebu City health workers who served during the COVID-19 pandemic have yet to receive their Health Emergency Allowance (HEA) for 2021-2023, prompting urgent calls for action from city officials.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rodelio Constantino Takes Oath as New Balibago Chairman
Rodelio Constantino is the new chairman of Barangay Balibago, Masantol, sworn in after the killing of former chief Jinqui Quiambao. Mayor urges continuity of programs.
5 Pampanga LGUs Named 2025 PEACE Marker Champions
Arayat leads five Pampanga LGUs honored as 2025 PEACE Marker Champions for outstanding peace and order programs. The award highlights the province's drive for community resilience.
Mandaue Police Deploys 90% of Personnel for Safety
Mandaue City Police Office intensifies patrols with 90% personnel deployment. Director PCol Cirilo Acosta Jr. details strategy for malls, schools, and key areas to deter crime.
Court Upholds PrimeWater Suspension in San Fernando
San Fernando, Pampanga mayor confirms PrimeWater's suspension remains after court denies injunction. EO cites poor service, water quality violations. Read the latest.
Safety Risks Found on New Sinulog Procession Route in Cebu
Cebu City authorities discovered multiple public safety hazards during an inspection of the new Sinulog Solemn Procession route. Police aim for zero incidents during the festival. Read the full report.
Drunk painter fires unlicensed gun in Minglanilla, arrested
A 40-year-old painter, drunk and allegedly assaulted, fired an unlicensed .22 revolver in Minglanilla, causing panic. Police have arrested the suspect and seized the firearm as evidence. Read the full details of the incident.
Davao City Provides Vehicles to Muslim Affairs Office
Davao City Government turns over a patient transport and a multipurpose vehicle to the Muslim Affairs Office to enhance community services and emergency response. Learn about the new initiative.
Davao Awards 24 Centenarians with Cash, Plaques
Davao City Government awards P100,000 cash and plaques to 24 centenarians in 2025 under a local ordinance. Learn how to apply for the benefit for your elderly relatives.
Cebu City Councilor Apologizes for 'Gloating' Comments
Cebu City Councilor Nestor Archival apologizes for 'gloating' remarks about a colleague's suspension. The incident highlights political tensions and the importance of respectful discourse in local governance.
Cebu Police Inspect New Sinulog 2026 Route for Safety
Cebu City police and government agencies conducted an early morning walk-through of the new Sinulog 2026 solemn procession route, identifying open manholes and obstructions. Read about the security preparations.
Suspects Identified in Killing of Pampanga Barangay Chairman
Pampanga police have identified suspects in the ambush killing of Barangay Balibago chairman Jinqui Quiambao. A P100,000 reward is offered for information leading to arrests.
Negros Oriental Police Officers Reassigned in Minor Reshuffle
Police Colonel Criscente Tiguelo led a minor reshuffle at the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (Norppo) effective December 2, 2025. Read about the new assignments and the commitment to community-focused policing.
Bacolod Names New Assistant City Veterinarian
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya appoints Dr. Janine Sarthou as Assistant City Veterinarian and presents a P10-million shelter plan with animal welfare groups.
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