Businessman Edgar Mary Sarmiento and wife Jennifer Helen Weigel-Sarmiento will lead the 461st Fiesta Señor. Discover the deep-rooted tradition and their vital role in Cebu's grand Sinulog celebration.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that lifestyle checks on public officials are not a priority as his administration tackles flooding and accountability. Get the full story.
Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Olaso orders penalties for vendors littering on RT Lim Boulevard. He urges public cooperation for cleanliness to prevent flooding and sea pollution. Read more.
Davao City sets Jan 5-31, 2026, for mayor's permit renewal at multiple sites. Avoid 25% penalty by filing on time. Online payment via Land Bank is available.
Mandaue City implements only a 5% business tax increase in 2026, deferring the full hike to 2027 to help firms recover from recent disasters. Learn how this decision affects local commerce.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies he did not authorize the Thailand trip of a Barangay Labangon SK official, stating it appears private. Public funds were not used, he says. Get the full story.
Mayor Philip Naguit hails the 93rd Aguman Sanduk Festival as a testament to Minalin's resilience. See the winners of the float parade and cross-dressing tradition.
Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo 'Jonkie' Ouano outlines his administration's 2026 priorities: public safety, disaster preparedness, and economic recovery. Read his full New Year's message and plans.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano vows to prioritize safety, preparedness, and economic recovery in 2026 after a year of challenges. Read his full New Year's message and the city's plans.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival reflects on budget gaps, disasters, and reforms in 2025, while detailing plans for CCMC completion, tree planting, and waste segregation for 2026. Discover the roadmap for a more resilient city.
Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Olaso highlights Dr. Jose Rizal's timeless values for the youth and nation-building during the 129th Rizal Day commemoration. Read his powerful message.
The Supreme Court reinstates a penalty against a former Cebu mayor for extracting limestone without a permit, ruling that good faith is not a valid defense. Learn the details and implications.
Davao City's 20th Council concluded a productive term, passing nearly 400 ordinances. The new 21st Council has initiated key measures on transport, PWD aid, and AI security. Explore the legislative highlights.
The Supreme Court has ruled former Consolacion mayor Avelino Gungob Sr. guilty of simple misconduct for authorizing limestone extraction without permits. Read the full story on the reversal of the Court of Appeals decision.
After 30+ years, Sitio NHA in Cebu City uplands finally has reliable water via MCWD. Mayor Archival inspected the project bringing relief to 240+ residents. Read more.
Cebu City will launch a major information campaign on waste segregation from Jan 1-15, 2026, followed by strict enforcement. Mayor Archival orders barangay officers to issue citations to violators.
After a six-month audit, Cebu City's long-delayed medical center construction will restart in January 2025, aiming for partial use by November. Mayor Archival vows to complete this vital public health project.
Sixteen families displaced by Typhoon Tino have moved into new prefabricated homes in Mandaue City just before Christmas. Mayor Ouano calls it a step towards recovery. Read their story.
The Cebu City Police Office has launched a new command center to boost security monitoring and response ahead of major 2026 events like Sinulog and the ASEAN Summit. Read more.
Sixteen families displaced by Typhoon Tino in Mandaue City have received new modular homes just before Christmas. Read about their journey from evacuation centers to a safer community.
Bacolod City distributed P3,000 each to 814 scholars on Dec 24, 2025. Mayor Gasataya fast-tracked the P2.4M aid for immediate holiday needs. Learn more about the Peso program.
New Highway Patrol Group 7 chief, Lt. Col. Wildemar Tiu, paid a courtesy call to Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival, pledging full support for city programs and traffic enforcement. Read more.
Cebu City launches a major information campaign targeting schools and communities to educate residents, especially minors, about the risks of gambling. The move follows a new ban on all gambling ads within the city.
Cebu City Hall will implement a strict 'No segregation, no collection' garbage policy starting February 2026 to combat landfill overflow. Learn the new rules and timeline.
PRO-NIR inaugurates the new Bacong Municipal Police Station, enhancing law enforcement and community safety through strengthened LGU partnership. Read about this milestone for Negros Oriental.
Cebu City is set to roll out its subsidized P20-per-kilo rice program before 2025 ends, with 10,000 sacks for initial distribution. Mayor Archival details the barangay-led system to ensure it reaches the most needy families.
French Ambassador Marie Fontanel's visit to Cebu highlights deepening Franco-Philippine ties in culture, energy, and maritime security. Explore the historic connection and its future impact.
Mayor Nito Durano denies permits for DPWH's 2026 projects in Danao City, calling them non-essential. He urges fund reallocation to urgent needs like bridge rehab post-Typhoon Tino. Read the full story.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano reiterates a strict ban on firecracker use and sale. Violators face fines up to P30,000 and one-year imprisonment under RA 7183.
Mandaue City employees set to receive a P5,000 Performance Enhancement Incentive (PEI) before Christmas after the City Council finalized administrative guidelines. Read more about the holiday bonus.