The Philippine Coast Guard in Central Cebu completes a successful dry run for the upcoming seaborne procession. Over 180 vessels are registered, with safety plans for 500+ personnel. Read the full update.
Mandaue City mobilizes 105 responders for 24-hour duty to secure the Traslacion and fluvial procession. Medical stations are set up as the Santo Niño image stays overnight. Stay updated on safety measures.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival says the city is consulting stakeholders after a garbage collapse at Binaliw dumpsite, with Sinulog festivities raising waste concerns. Read about the city's next steps.
CCTO defends vehicle clamping near Santo Niño Basilica, citing a clear parking violation in a designated bus stop zone. Motorists urged to observe signs carefully.
Mandaue City intensifies coordination for the 2026 Traslacion and fluvial procession. With 105 responders deployed and 24/7 monitoring, officials prioritize safety amid heat concerns. Read the full plan.
Bacolor police retrieved sacred garments stolen from San Guillermo Church. A 12-year-old is implicated, but the parish will not press charges, focusing on intervention instead. Read the full story.
Bacolod City Council approves extension for Business One-Stop-Shop (Boss) and tax payments until March 31, 2026. Avail a 10% discount for early payment. Learn details.
Bacolod City Police Office Director Col. Joeresty Coronica orders a reshuffle of seven police station commanders. New commanders have three months to deliver results. Read more.
Mandaue City Police held a simulation exercise for the upcoming Traslacion procession. Over 1,050 personnel will be deployed to ensure safety for the Sto. Niño images.
Cebu City officials ask parents to place contact details in children's bags during Sinulog 2026 to prevent separations. Two child-minding rooms are set up for lost kids. Stay safe and enjoy the festivities!
Davao City Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang is open to reviewing the city's long-standing firecracker ban. The proposal suggests regulated displays at the Coastal Road. Read about public sentiment and police data.
Davao City Councilor Diosdado Mahipus Jr. urges LTO to suspend licenses of negligent drivers following a fatal accident on Coastal Road. Road crashes in the city surged by 31.3% in 2025.
Cebu's P11.9 billion 2026 budget faces delay as lawmakers reopen it for changes to meet national rules. Key allocations for disaster aid and tourism are adjusted. Read the full story.
Barangay Basak Captain Felipe Diano faces LTO 7 proceedings for riding without a helmet. His license is suspended, but his accountability sets a public example. Read about this test of equality before the law.
Mandaue City Police conducted a simulation for the 2026 Traslacion motorcade. The dry run revealed issues with garbage and illegal parking. Authorities plan to deploy 1,050 personnel for the January 15-16 event. Read more.
Cebu City officials intensify safety measures for Sinulog 2026, urging parents to place contact details on children. Up to 5 million devotees expected. Read for crucial safety tips.
LTO-7 issues a show cause order to Barangay Captain Felipe Diano after a video of his traffic violations goes viral. His license is suspended for 90 days. Read the full story.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces P10 million aid for Sinulog 2026 activities and additional cash prizes for local contingents. Read about the province's full support for the grand festival.
Barangay Basak Captain Felipe Diano admits to riding without a helmet, faces LTO probe. He paid the fine and urges all motorists to follow traffic laws. Read his full statement.
Mandaue City Police Office held a security simulation for the upcoming Traslacion. Police Colonel Cirilo Acosta details the 1,050-strong deployment and route checks to ensure a safe procession.
Nearly 500 police officers will secure Cebu City's Walk with Jesus procession on January 8, 2026. Authorities implement strict crowd control and security measures to ensure a safe event.
Cebu City Council grants extension for business permit renewals until Jan. 30, 2026, waiving penalties. Relief for taxpayers amid heavy crowds. Get details here.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces P10M for Sinulog Foundation and up to P5M for participating LGUs to ensure fair festival support. Read the full breakdown.
Cebu City Police deploy 500+ personnel for the Walk with Jesus procession to Basilica del Santo Niño. Get safety tips and full event details here.
Mandaue City Police held a simulation for the Jan 15-16 Traslacion. Over 1,050 personnel will secure the Sto. Niño procession. Read the full security plan.
Mandaue City's Barangay Basak Captain Felipe Diano admits to violating the helmet law, faces LTO investigation, and issues a public apology. Read his full statement and the consequences.
LTO 7 issues a show cause order to Basak, Mandaue City Barangay Captain Felipe Diano after a viral video shows multiple traffic violations. His license is suspended for 90 days.
As we enter 2026, we reflect on 2025's key lessons for the Philippines: fighting corruption, valuing principled leadership, and investing in heritage tourism for a resilient future.
Davao City's one-stop shop for 2026 business permit renewal runs Jan 5-31. Renew at multiple sites or online. Avoid penalties, renew now!
Cebu City Hall now releases business permits in one day to help firms recover from Typhoon Tino. Learn how to renew your permit and avoid penalties.