PDEA Busts Drug Den in Mabalacat, Arrests Five

Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Region 3 dismantled a makeshift drug den in Mabalacat City, arresting five individuals and seizing shabu worth P47,600 in a Sunday buy-bust operation.

Marcos Visits 4PH Housing Projects in Magalang

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recently visited two housing sites in Magalang, Pampanga, as part of the national government's 4PH program, which aims to address the housing backlog with vertical developments and affordable financing for low-income familie

15 CICLs Escape Cebu Facility, Probe Underway

Fifteen Children in Conflict with the Law escaped from the Operation Second Chance Center in Cebu City. Authorities have recovered most, but an investigation into security breaches, including smuggled phones, is ongoing.

Four Youths Arrested in Talisay for Assault on Teenager

Four young individuals have been apprehended by police in Talisay City after allegedly assaulting a 16-year-old boy without cause. The suspects, aged 16 and 18, were identified through social media and a manhunt operation, leading to an Attempted Homicide

Motorist Flees Checkpoint, Injures Officer in Cebu Arrest

A 25-year-old motorist, alias Junie, was arrested in Cebu City after attempting to evade a police checkpoint, resisting arrest, and injuring an officer with his motorcycle. He also faced charges for not wearing a helmet and lacking a driver's license.

Cebu Hospital: PhilHealth Suspension Tied to 2011 Issue

Cebu Maternity Hospital Inc. asserts its three-month accreditation suspension by PhilHealth stems from a resolved 2011 administrative error, not current operations, while offering discounts to mitigate patient impact.

PNP Arrests Four for Selling Fake Cancer Drugs in Makati

Philippine National Police arrested four individuals in Makati for allegedly selling counterfeit cancer medications valued at P102.5 million. The operation, conducted by CIDG, seized 400 fake Keytruda vials, with charges filed under the Intellectual Prope

Police Arrest Four, Seize P428K Drugs in Lanao del Sur

Law enforcement authorities in Lanao del Sur have apprehended four individuals, including three high-value targets, and confiscated illegal drugs valued at P428,672 in separate anti-drug operations on April 10 and 11, 2026.

Jeepney Service Contracting Needs Scale to Succeed

The government's new net service contracting program for jeepney drivers is a crucial step, but experts warn it must be large-scale, long-term, and accessible to truly secure livelihoods and sustain public transport.

LTO-NIR Cracks Down on Illegal Fixing in Negros

The Land Transportation Office in Negros Island Region has ramped up efforts to eliminate illegal transaction fixing, terminating personnel and enforcing a zero-corruption policy to ensure public safety and legitimacy.

Bacolod Condemns Police Killing in Drug Bust

Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya strongly condemns the killing of Police Master Sergeant Romulo Galvez during a drug operation. The city pledges support for the bereaved family and vows justice.

Comelec-NIR Registers 8,735 New Voters for 2026 BSKE

The Commission on Elections in Negros Island Region has processed 8,735 new voter applications for the November 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections, with significant numbers from Negros Occidental and Negros Oriental.

PNP Busts Makati Fake Cancer Drug Ring, Seizes P102.5M

Philippine National Police arrested four suspects for selling counterfeit cancer medications in Makati City, seizing 400 pieces of fake Keytruda valued at over P102 million. PNP Chief warns public against health scams.

House Fast-Tracks Fuel Cost Relief, EV Incentives

The House of Representatives is accelerating measures to tackle rising fuel costs, with legislation set for May 2026. Reforms include incentives for electric vehicles and sustainable transport.

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