BAYAN Central Visayas condemns Gov. Baricuatro's Executive Order 61 creating a provincial Elcac task force, calling it a militarized approach that ignores poverty's root causes. Read why they demand its revocation.
President Marcos Jr. orders a 2026 amnesty for unpaid PhilHealth contributions from 2013-2024, waiving interest and penalties. Aimed at 300,000 members, it eases financial burdens. Learn more.
President Marcos orders a 2026 PhilHealth amnesty, waiving interest and penalties on unpaid contributions from 2013-2024. This move aims to ease financial burdens for 300,000 members.
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.
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.
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.
Face-to-face classes resume in Medellin, Cebu on Jan 5, 2026, after safety inspections. The 6.9-magnitude quake damaged a bridge, leaving one lane passable. Read the latest updates.
Police Regional Office 7's successful campaign against illegal weapons in 2025 netted 3,241 firearms, 93 explosives, and 5,900 rounds of ammunition, significantly reducing crime threats in Central Visayas.
Mandaue City achieved a peaceful holiday season with zero firecracker-related injuries and no major crimes. Police credit public cooperation and strict safety enforcement. Read the full story.
Gov. Pamela Baricuatro signs EO 79, creating the Cebu Province Heritage Site Commission to protect and regulate heritage sites. Learn about its key powers and members.
Mandaue City's New Year passed peacefully with no firecracker-related cases. Police credit enforcement, public cooperation, and strict EO 2025-071. Read how the community ensured safety.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro signs EO 79, creating a Heritage Site Commission to protect cultural landmarks. This is among 80 executive orders she issued, focusing on transparency and institutional reform. Learn about the new body's powers and members.
Cebu City authorities apprehend 16 individuals for sidewalk obstruction days before Christmas. No charges filed as Mayor Archival offers a second chance. Read about the city's ongoing efforts.
Cebu City authorities detained 16 individuals, including minors used for begging, in a renewed push against street mendicancy. The operation highlights a coordinated, culturally sensitive enforcement strategy.
Lapu-Lapu City's Job Order personnel receive a P60 daily wage increase to P528, with backpay from January 2025. Learn how this ordinance supports workers amid rising costs.
Lapu-Lapu City Government job order personnel now earn P528 daily, a P60 increase. Eligible workers will receive differential pay from Jan 1 to Nov 30, 2025. Learn more about this boost for local workers.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro mandates stricter LGU dog pound standards and rabies control via EO 59, creating a new Animal Welfare Council and expanding marine wildlife protection.
The PNP confirms a peaceful Christmas season with no major incidents. A Pasay traffic enforcer in a Santa suit brought smiles to motorists. Read about the holiday security success.
Domestic workers in BARMM will see their minimum monthly wage rise to P5,500 starting January 2026. Learn about the new wage order and its coverage.
LTFRB Central Visayas Director Eduardo Montealto Jr. confirms his official relief. The move follows past protests from PUV operators demanding his removal. Read the full story.
The Philippine government sets a hiring ceiling for contractual workers starting 2025. Learn how this move impacts public sector employment and worker welfare.
The chief of Dolores Municipal Police Station and 16 subordinates were relieved after a photo of their drinking session inside the station went viral. Read about the investigation and consequences.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that casual and job order workers will receive a gratuity pay, not a bonus, before Christmas. Find out the eligibility and amounts.
Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that the P7,000 aid for Cebu City's casual and job order workers is a gratuity pay, not a Christmas bonus, aligning with national guidelines. Over 3,000 workers to benefit.
Mandaue City Council approves Service Recognition Incentive & gratuity pay for workers following President Marcos Jr.'s AO 40. Read how local gov't expedited the process.
Mayor Vilma Caluag's executive order suspends PrimeWater's permit, handing water service control back to CSFWD. Residents await reliable taps and clear updates. #SanFernando #WaterService
Police Regional Office 6 reports significant declines in total crime, index crimes, and peace & order incidents for November 2025. PRO 6 Chief Brig. Gen. Ligan credits police work and community support. Read the full report.
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.
President Marcos approves a multi-year base pay increase for military and uniformed personnel (MUPs), boosting morale and welfare. The hike will be implemented in three tranches from 2026.
Mandaue City Hall confirms release of year-end bonuses for regular employees. Performance incentives & differentials for JO workers, BHWs pending council approval. Read more.