Ombudsman: DPWH Engineers' Recantation Claims Are 'Noise'
The Ombudsman calls recantation claims by ex-DPWH engineers 'noise,' vows to rely on sworn statements. The Palace urges witnesses to stand firm for truth.
Category : Search result: DPWH flood control project
DPWH to Complete Arayat's San Agustin Bridge This Year
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon pledges to finish the San Agustin Bridge in Arayat, Pampanga, within 2026, ending an 8-10 year delay. Read the full story.
P145M Cars Seized in Zaldy Co-Linked Raid
Authorities seize over P145 million worth of luxury vehicles linked to ex-Ako Bicol rep Zaldy Co in a BGC condo raid. The operation is part of the ongoing flood control project probe.
Samal-Davao Bridge 46.47% Complete, 2028 Target
The Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC) project is now 46.47% complete, with officials preparing for its 2028 opening. Learn about the progress and environmental challenges.
P145M Luxury Cars Seized from Zaldy Co-Linked Firms
Authorities seize P145 million in luxury vehicles from companies tied to ex-Rep Zaldy Co amid a flood control project probe. Details on the raid and the ongoing investigation.
Sanctiongko Bridge Project Delayed Over Safety, Funding
DPWH-Cebu explains the Sanctiongko Bridge project delay is due to safety risks and funding releases, not neglect. A new four-lane design is planned. Read the full update.
P180B Lost in Ghost Projects: Will 2026 Bring Justice?
Senator Lacson reveals P180 billion lost to ghost flood control projects. As investigations stall and a key witness dies, will 2026 be the year of truth and consequences? Read the full report.
Cebu City Proposes New Cancer Control Program
Cebu City Councilor Mikel Rama authors a new ordinance to create a local cancer control framework, aiming to help families, improve survival, and reduce costs. Learn about the proposed Cancer Assistance Fund and registry.
Flood Control Scandal: Will Big Fish Face Justice?
As the 2026 flood control funds scandal unfolds, public outrage meets systemic rot. Can promises to jail masterminds be kept, or will pork barrel politics prevail? Read the latest analysis.
Lapu-Lapu's P1.5M Retention Pond Fights Flooding
Lapu-Lapu City's new P1.5 million retention pond in Barangay Basak is already mitigating floods. Learn how this DPWH project protects the community.
Duterte Assures Transparency on P49B Davao DPWH Projects
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte defends DPWH projects from 2020-2022, citing official certifications. Amid flood control fund debates, he challenges media to probe actual spending. Read more.
Marcos Stops 2026 Flood Control Budget Amid Probe
President Marcos Jr. prioritizes flood control in anti-corruption drive, halts new 2026 budget, and demands accountability for PHP350B 2025 funds. Read about the investigations and reforms.
Marcos Stops 2026 Flood Control Budget Over P350B Probe
President Marcos Jr. suspends new flood control funds in the 2026 budget, prioritizing transparency and the full use of existing P350 billion amid corruption investigations. Read the latest.
Marcos Halts New Flood Budget, Demands Accountability
President Marcos Jr. halts new flood control funds, redirects P350B to education and health. Anti-corruption drive leads to arrests and a new independent commission. Read the full report.
Finding True Christmas Meaning for Philippine Flood Survivors
This Christmas, millions of Filipinos suffer from devastating floods. The true spirit lies not in rituals but in imitating Christ's humanity through concrete action for survivors.
Lacson: Death of Ex-DPWH Official Tragic for Probe
Senator Ping Lacson calls the death of ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral tragic, saying she could have exposed corruption in flood control and infrastructure projects. Read the latest on the Senate investigation.
Sally Santos Returns PHP 15M in Gov't Probe
Sally Santos, owner of SYMS Construction, returns PHP 15 million as partial restitution in a DOJ investigation into anomalous flood control projects. Details on the MOA and the legislative inquiry revelations.
Lapu-Lapu P14.6M Skywalk Project Delayed Again
The P14.6 million skywalk in Barangay Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City, misses another completion target. The contractor now promises to finish the project this December 2025.
Cabral Death Ruled Suicide, Probe Ties to Flood Projects
DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral's death was suicide by blunt force trauma, officials say. PNP deepens probe, linking it to the multi-billion peso flood control controversy. Read the latest.
Lapu-Lapu's P14.6M Skywalk Faces Another Delay
The P14.6 million skywalk in Barangay Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City, misses its November 2025 deadline. Rep. Ahong Chan warns of penalties for further delays. Read the latest updates.
Remains of Ex-DPWH Official Cabral Found in Benguet Ravine
The PNP recovers former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral from a 30-meter ravine. No foul play is indicated, but the probe ties into the flood control project investigation. Read the latest updates.
Remulla: No Foul Play in DPWH Official's Death
DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla states former DPWH Usec. Maria Catalina Cabral's death was suicide by blunt force trauma. PNP continues probe, links it to flood control controversy. Read the latest updates.
No Special Jail Treatment for DPWH Flood Control Case Accused
NBI-Central Visayas assures equal treatment for contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers detained over a P96.5M flood control anomaly. Justice Secretary Vida's directive aims to restore public trust in the justice system.
Flood Control Contractor Jailed for P96.5M Ghost Project
Contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers face graft charges over a non-existent flood control project. NBI vows no special treatment in Lapu-Lapu City Jail. Read the full story.
Top DPWH Official Found Dead in Benguet Ravine
The body of DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral was found in a 40-meter ravine along Kennon Road. Questions swirl around her death as she was a key figure in a flood control scandal.
Contractor faces graft for P96.5M Davao 'ghost project'
Controversial contractor Cezarah 'Sarah' Discaya, accused in a P96.5 million ghost project, faces graft charges transferred to Lapu-Lapu City court. 11 DPWH engineers also implicated. Read the latest developments.
Death of Ex-DPWH Official Cabral Amid Flood Control Probe
The sudden death of former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral in Baguio raises questions. Authorities urge a thorough probe, stressing justice must follow due process, not public pressure.
PNP Probes Death of Ex-DPWH Official Catalina Cabral
Acting PNP Chief orders CIDG and PRO-Cordillera to investigate the death of former DPWH Usec Catalina Cabral, who fell from a Benguet cliff. Authorities confirm autopsy and DNA tests amid fraud concerns.
Contractor Discaya faces non-bailable graft cases in Lapu-Lapu
Flood control contractor Sara Discaya and 11 DPWH officials face non-bailable graft charges in Lapu-Lapu City's new anti-graft court over a P96.5-million ghost project. Read the latest developments.
DNA Test Ordered for Body of Ex-DPWH Official Cabral
Authorities will conduct DNA and autopsy tests on a body found in Benguet, believed to be former DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral, amid an ongoing probe into flood control anomalies. Read the latest updates.
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