Comelec Halts Voter Registration in Antipolo for Special Polls
The Commission on Elections has temporarily suspended voter registration in Antipolo City's Second District to focus on the March 14 special election to replace the late Rep. Romeo Acop.
Category : Politics
PNP Arrests 36, Seizes PHP103M in Drugs, Cigarettes
Philippine National Police operations across multiple provinces led to 36 arrests, including Most Wanted Persons, and confiscation of PHP103 million in narcotics and smuggled cigarettes in a three-day nationwide crackdown.
Bacolod Doubles Allowance for Senior Citizen, PWD Association Presidents
Bacolod City Council passes resolution urging DSSD, Osca, and PDAO to increase monthly allowance for Senior Citizen and PWD Association Presidents from P500 to P1,000, citing rising costs and critical community roles.
Bacolod Warns of Fake Garbage Collector Scams
Bacolod's Environment Office alerts residents to scams by groups posing as garbage collectors soliciting cash donations, amid ongoing waste management efforts.
PNP Chief Orders Sustained Crime Reduction Nationwide
Acting PNP Chief Police Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. directs all police units to maintain recent crime reduction gains, emphasizing strategic deployment and community coordination.
DILG: Near-Zero Kidnapping Cases After POGO Ban
The Department of the Interior and Local Government announces a dramatic drop in kidnap-for-ransom incidents over the past six months, attributing success to the POGO ban and intensified police actions.
PNP Adopts Preventative Approach to Police Misconduct
The Philippine National Police, led by Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., transitions from punitive to preventative measures to curb misconduct, emphasizing ethics training and technology.
Cebu Capitol Renovation Passes Inspection, Office Ready Soon
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces no violations found in the renovation of her office at the Provincial Capitol, with NHCP-approved designs and restoration work nearing completion for a move next week.
Cebu Police Relocate Protesters Over Traffic, Permit Issues
Progressive groups in Cebu were peacefully relocated by police from the Provincial Capitol to Plaza Independencia due to traffic congestion and lack of permit, with authorities emphasizing public safety.
Fugitive Tycoon Charlie 'Atong' Ang May Have Fled to Cambodia
Philippine authorities investigate reports that businessman Charlie 'Atong' Ang may have fled to Cambodia or Thailand, with a P10 million bounty for his arrest.
Cebu City Council Bans Gambling Ads to Protect Youth
Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera leads a proposed ordinance to prohibit all gambling advertisements in public and private spaces, aiming to curb addiction risks and shield minors from aggressive promotions.
Cebu Governor Boosts ASEAN Summit Preparations with Personnel
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces augmentation of provincial personnel and equipment to ensure smooth ASEAN Summit meetings from January 26-30, 2026, including medical teams and security coordination.
15-Year-Old Rescued in Cebu City Drug Bust
Mabolo Police Station successfully rescued a 15-year-old boy during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Carreta, Cebu City. Authorities seized suspected shabu worth P102,000 and other evidence.
E-Bike Driver Arrested in Cebu Over Passenger Fight
A 23-year-old e-bike driver was arrested in Cebu City after allegedly biting and punching a fellow driver during a violent altercation over passenger competition on Wednesday night, January 21, 2026.
Minglanilla Mayor Says No to Cebu City Waste Dumping Plan
Minglanilla Mayor Rajiv Enad firmly opposes plans to use his town as a temporary dump site for Cebu City's garbage, citing environmental and health risks from past landfill issues.
Cebu Suspect Charged Under Anti-Voyeurism Act for Hidden Camera
A 22-year-old man in Cebu City is facing charges under Republic Act 9995 after allegedly installing a hidden camera in a shared bathroom, targeting a female co-tenant in Barangay Labangon.
Cebu City Waste Crisis: Neighboring LGUs Refuse Garbage
Minglanilla and Talisay City reject Cebu City's waste disposal proposal, citing environmental and legal issues. The refusal worsens the solid waste crisis after the Binaliw landfill closure, raising hauling costs and straining city finances.
Cebu City Councilor Proposes Anti-Gambling Ad Ban
Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera introduces an ordinance to ban gambling ads in public and private spaces, citing risks to minors and families amid online betting expansion.
Strongman Leadership Fails Philippines' Renewal Quest
An examination of why coercive leadership models undermine national coherence and why true strength emerges from moral formation and shared conscience rather than fear-based governance.
CCPO Recovers Stolen Phones, Urges Victims to Claim
Cebu City Police recover 154 stolen iPhones and Android devices from a shop in Barangay Pahina Central, with 108 already claimed. Authorities urge victims from last year to Sinulog to verify their units.
Russian Vlogger Detained in PH for HIV Threat
The Bureau of Immigration arrested Russian vlogger Nikita Chekhov for posting alarming videos threatening to spread HIV in the Philippines, leading to deportation proceedings.
Palace Rejects Second Impeachment Complaint vs. Marcos
Malacañang has dismissed the second impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., filed by Bayan and endorsed by the Makabayan Bloc, citing lack of evidence and calling it hearsay.
Ex-PNP Chief Torre Denies Retirement Filing, Clarifies Status
Former Philippine National Police Chief Nicolas Torre III refutes reports of optional retirement after his appointment as MMDA general manager, stating he awaits presidential orders.
Maguindanao Villagers Surrender Firearms for Peace
Residents in Datu Anggal Midtimbang, Maguindanao del Sur, surrendered eight high-powered weapons to military officials as part of the SALW program to reduce illegal firearms and enhance community safety in Central Mindanao.
Buko Vendor Survives Zamboanga Shooting
A 33-year-old tender coconut stall worker in Zamboanga City was shot multiple times but survived a brazen daylight attack by motorcycle-riding assailants, with police recovering .45 caliber shells.
Army and MNLF Boost Peace Efforts in Sulu
The Philippine Army's 11th Infantry Division collaborates with the Moro National Liberation Front to enhance peace and security in Sulu through dialogue and mutual support.
P10.7M Smuggled Cigarettes Seized in Police Raids
Law enforcement operations in Soccsksargen and Zamboanga Peninsula led to the confiscation of P10.7 million worth of smuggled cigarettes, with arrests and ongoing investigations.
Cebu Police Hold 46 Stolen Phones, Seek Owners After Raid
Cebu City Police Office recovers 154 stolen mobile phones in a raid, returns 108, and holds 46 as investigation expands into a suspected syndicate.
Sinulog Parking Dispute Highlights Public Servant Privileges
A Cebu City columnist reflects on personal Sinulog sacrifices and criticizes a councilor-traffic official feud over parking, questioning special treatment for public officials during the festival.
Express Lanes for 4PH Housing Program Permits
The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development is establishing express lanes across multiple agencies to streamline permitting for the Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program, aiming to reduce housing approval times.
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