Cebu Opens P9-M Disaster Command Center in Apas
Cebu Province inaugurates a new P9-million Command Center for its disaster office, featuring modern equipment like drones and water treatment machines to enhance emergency preparedness.
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Central Visayas Crime Rate Falls 28% in 2025
Central Visayas records a 28.18% drop in major crimes for 2025, contributing to a 12.4% national decrease. PRO 7 credits intelligence-led operations and community ties. Read more.
Davao Crime Rate Falls by Nearly 30% in 2025
PRO-Davao reports a significant 29.61% decrease in eight focus crimes for 2025. Rape and robbery cases saw the sharpest declines. Police aim to sustain or improve this trend in the new year.
Davao City Hiring 55 New Emergency Response Personnel
Davao City's CDRRMO is hiring 55 new emergency personnel for EMS, Fire, and USAR to enhance 24/7 services. Learn about the qualifications and how to apply.
Crime in Negros Island Region drops by 22.1% in 2025
Police Regional Office in Negros Island Region reports a significant 22.1% decrease in 8-Focus Crimes for 2025. Read how strengthened operations and community efforts led to safer communities.
Central Luzon Crime Rate Falls, Police Efficiency Rises
Crime in Central Luzon decreased in 2025, with focus crimes dropping to 3,228. Police credit a 70.42% crime solution efficiency rate. Read the full report.
Crime in Philippines down 12.4% in 2025, says PNP
The Philippine National Police recorded a significant 12.4% decrease in crime incidents nationwide in 2025. Rape, carnapping, and murder saw the biggest drops. Read the full report.
Central Visayas Police Seize Over 3,000 Illegal Guns in 2025
PRO 7's 2025 crackdown netted 3,241 loose firearms and 93 explosives, leading to a 27.54% drop in focus crimes. Brig. Gen. Maranan vows continued enforcement for a safer region.
Philippine Crime Rate Drops by 12.4% in 2025
The Philippine National Police recorded a significant 12.4% decline in crime incidents in 2025. Rape cases saw the biggest drop. Acting PNP chief Nartatez credits police-community cooperation.
Cebu 2025: A Year of Major Events and Disasters
A look back at the defining moments in Cebu Province for 2025, from a shocking family tragedy and political shifts to powerful earthquakes and deadly floods. Read the full recap.
Cebu's 2025: A Year of Faith, Politics, and Resilience
From Sinulog's rain-soaked queen to election upheavals and natural disasters, SunStar's lens captures Cebu's defining 2025 moments of faith, crisis, and change. See the full story.
Lapu-Lapu OKs P4.72B 2026 Budget for Services, Disaster Prep
Lapu-Lapu City Council greenlights a P4.72 billion budget for 2026, boosting employee benefits, healthcare access, and disaster resilience. Implementation starts Jan. 1, 2026.
Zero Major Crimes in Davao's Peaceful 2025 Christmas
Davao Region celebrated a peaceful 2025 Christmas with zero major crimes, thanks to the Ligtas Paskuhan campaign and over 2,600 deployed personnel. Read how security efforts ensured safety.
Davao City Crime Drops 23% in 2025
Davao City ends 2025 with a 23.15% decline in index crimes, driven by a sharp fall in theft. Police credit community partnerships and targeted patrols for the improved safety record. Read the full report.
2025 Wrap-Up: A Year of Resilience and Reckoning
As 2025 ends, we reflect on a transformative year marked by natural disasters, governance shifts, and personal resilience. Discover the key lessons and look ahead with clarity. Read the full analysis.
Cebu Approves Disaster Health Management System
Cebu's Provincial Board greenlights a Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Health (DRRM-H) system to enhance provincial readiness for health emergencies and climate-related disasters.
PRO 7 Holiday Crackdown: 170 Drug Suspects Nabbed
Police Regional Office 7 reports major anti-crime accomplishments in a week-long operation, seizing P28.7M in shabu and arresting wanted persons to ensure a safe holiday season in Central Visayas.
Man nabbed for stealing drunk friend's phone in Cebu City
A 33-year-old man was arrested in Cebu City for allegedly stealing his intoxicated friend's phone worth P5,000 after an online gambling dispute. Read the full story.
KFC Robbed Near Pampanga Police Provincial Office
Bold robbers hit a KFC outlet just meters from the Pampanga Police HQ, stealing goods worth P193,388. The brazen overnight heist involved power tools to crack a vault.
Daylight Robbery in Cebu Condo Highlights Security Failures
A recent armed robbery inside a Cebu City condominium unit raises serious concerns about security negligence. Unit owners demand action as management's legal obligations under Philippine law are scrutinized.
Cebu Clerk Jailed for Stealing P3,660 from Engraving Shop
A 35-year-old sales clerk in Cebu City is behind bars after being caught diverting a customer's payment to her personal bank account. The theft occurred at an engraving shop in Barangay Sambag 2. Read the full details of the arrest and investigation.
Woman robbed at knifepoint inside Cebu condo unit
A 24-year-old woman was robbed inside her condo in Guadalupe, Cebu City. The suspect threatened her with a knife and stole her cellphone. Police have launched a hot pursuit operation.
Senior Citizen Arrested for Molesting Teen in Toledo Tricycle
A 67-year-old man was arrested in Toledo City for allegedly molesting a 16-year-old girl inside a tricycle. The victim texted for help, leading to a swift police operation. Read the full report.
Cebu husband arrested for attempted parricide with hammer, bolo
A Cebu City man faces Attempted Parricide charges after attacking his wife with a hammer and chasing her with a bolo due to jealousy. Police recovered the weapons and made an arrest.
P20K Win Spent on Shabu Leads to Violent Arrest in Cebu
An e-bike driver in Cebu City spent his P20,000 gambling win on shabu, leading to a violent breakdown and arrest. Police detail the chaotic incident in Barangay Inayawan.
Suspect Shot After Attacking Police in Dumanjug Station
A man was shot and wounded by police after a violent knife attack inside the Dumanjug Police Station. The suspect, known as 'Lingling,' now faces multiple charges. Read the full details.
Man shot dead in Calamba, Cebu; police hunt suspects
A 28-year-old man was fatally shot on V. Rama Avenue in Cebu City. Police have identified a suspect and launched a manhunt. Read the latest on this developing story.
Cebu e-bike driver arrested after P20k gambling win spent on drugs
A 43-year-old e-bike driver in Cebu City was arrested after threatening his family following a 3-day drug binge. He allegedly spent a P20,000 online gambling win on shabu. Read the full story.
Man Killed in Shooting on V. Rama Avenue, Cebu
A 28-year-old man was fatally shot by two assailants in Cebu City. Police are hunting for the suspects. Read the latest details on the investigation.
4 Arrested in P4M Cebu Land Title Fraud
NBI-7 agents arrest four individuals for a P4 million estafa scam involving a fake land title in Mambaling, Cebu. One suspect remains at large. Public warned of holiday season fraud.
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