LTO Crackdown on Illegal Fixers and Bribery in the Philippines
LTO Regional Director Francisco Ranches Jr. initiates a campaign to eliminate illegal fixers and bribery, aiming to streamline document processing and restore agency integrity.
Category : Politics
Cebu Carbon Market Redevelopment Sparks Vendor Fears
Cebu City's Carbon Public Market redevelopment faces vendor concerns over rent hikes and a Supreme Court petition from Vice Mayor Osmeña, while developers assure affordability until 2028.
Sara Duterte Calls Impeachment Complaints Political Harassment
Vice President Sara Duterte rejects impeachment complaints endorsed by Akbayan, labeling them as baseless political harassment without evidence.
DSWD-7 Registers 4Ps Beneficiaries for PhilSys ID in Central Visayas
The Department of Social Welfare and Development in Region 7 is partnering with PSA to register Pantawid Pamilya beneficiaries for National IDs, aiming for full coverage with house-to-house efforts.
Cebu City Tax Incentives for Health Businesses
Cebu City Council considers a new ordinance offering tax breaks and regulatory perks to businesses promoting health and wellness to fight chronic diseases.
P2.9M Smuggled Cigarettes Seized in Sulu
Law enforcement authorities confiscated P2.9 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in an operation in Indanan, Sulu. The cigarettes were abandoned before arrest.
Weapons Cache Surrendered in Lanao del Sur
Eight individuals voluntarily surrendered firearms and explosives in Malabang, Lanao del Sur, as part of peace-building efforts led by the 101st Infantry Brigade.
Zamboanga PDEA Arrests 3 HVIs in Drug Den Raid
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency operatives dismantled a drug den in Zamboanga City, arresting three high-value individuals and seizing P47,600 worth of shabu in a Friday operation.
Moalboal Water Supply Restoration Set for Tuesday
Residents of Moalboal, Cebu, can expect water service to resume by Tuesday, February 10, 2026, as repairs on the storm-damaged main pipeline progress.
Seven File for Antipolo City Special House Elections
Seven individuals have submitted their certificates of candidacy for the Antipolo City Second District special elections on March 14, 2026, with Comelec warning against premature campaigning in this manual poll.
Comelec Resumes BARMM Voter Registration for 2026 BSKE
The Commission on Elections announces the resumption of voter registration activities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao from February 9 to March 31, 2026, for the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections.
Contractor Arrested for Highway Shooting in Davao del Sur
A house contractor was arrested in Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur, after allegedly firing a gun along the National Highway, hitting a vehicle but causing no injuries.
Duterte Team Requests ICC Evidence Addition, Questions Fairness
Former President Rodrigo Duterte's legal team asks ICC to add 78 evidence items for February hearing while raising serious due process issues in separate detention appeal filing.
Davao del Sur Medical Missions Serve All Barangays
Davao del Sur's provincial government provides free medical and veterinary services to all 232 barangays, addressing healthcare gaps in remote communities through weekly missions.
Supreme Court Blocks VP Duterte Impeachment
The Supreme Court's final ruling against impeachment complaints targeting Vice President Sara Duterte establishes new legal barriers and transforms accountability mechanisms in Philippine governance.
Pampanga Seizes P240K Illegal Cigarettes in Raids
Police in Pampanga confiscated P240,000 worth of illegal cigarettes and arrested two suspects in Arayat and San Fernando operations targeting tobacco smuggling.
PNP Intensifies Crackdown on Smuggled Cigarettes Trade
Philippine National Police chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. orders intensified operations against illegal tobacco trade hubs following recent seizures worth over PHP100 million in Bulacan and Davao del Sur.
Philippine-US Air Forces Conduct Joint Bomber Patrol
Filipino and American air assets conducted bilateral bomber air patrols and exercises from February 2-6, 2026, enhancing interoperability and strategic cooperation.
P822,800 Shabu Seized in Iloilo Drug Bust
Police in Estancia, Iloilo arrested a high-value drug suspect and confiscated 121 grams of shabu worth P822,800 in a buy-bust operation, highlighting community cooperation in anti-drug efforts.
Bacolod Jail Visitor Nabbed for Drug Smuggling
A 31-year-old woman was arrested at Metro Bacolod District Jail after attempting to bring illegal drugs to her partner, highlighting ongoing drug enforcement efforts in Bacolod City.
Duterte Rejects Akbayan Impeachment as Political Harassment
Vice President Sara Duterte denounces impeachment complaints endorsed by Akbayan, calling them baseless political harassment without evidence. She cites misuse of funds and other allegations as unfounded.
Severed Infant Leg Found in Toilet, San Fernando Probe
A severed leg believed to be from a newborn was discovered in a toilet in Sitio Kiwkiw, Barangay Pitalo, San Fernando, on February 5, 2026. The homeowner reported the incident to police, who are investigating possible angles and responsible parties.
Tuburan Police Arrest Top 5 Regional Most Wanted Suspect
Tuburan Municipal Police Station arrested a Top 5 Regional Most Wanted Person in Barangay Colonia, Tuburan, on February 5, 2026, for rape and sexual assault charges.
Cebu Governor Defies Death Threats, Pledges Service
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro reaffirms her commitment to public service despite receiving a fourth death threat, including a P2.5 million bounty, while enhancing her security measures.
Cebu Mayor: Council to Decide on Carbon Market JVA Review
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival states the City Council must decide on reviewing the Carbon Public Market JVA, as vendors protest rent hikes and displacement fears, following recent rallies against Megawide's redevelopment project.
Loon Police Station Named Best Municipal Police Station in Philippines
The Loon Municipal Police Station in Bohol received the Best Municipal Police Station award during the PNP Day 2026 celebration at Camp Crame, Quezon City, recognized for its operational excellence and community service.
LTO Suspends Driver in Viral Cebu Drunk Driving Case
The Land Transportation Office in Region 7 has issued a preventive suspension against a government driver involved in a viral drunk driving incident in Minglanilla, Cebu, with potential license revocation pending investigation.
LTO-7 Chief Franz Ranches Intensifies Anti-Fixer Drive
LTO-7 OIC Regional Director Francisco 'Franz' Ranches Jr. urges the public to report bribery and avoid fixers, prioritizing integrity programs and partnering with CIDG and CSC for training.
Cebu City Gives Cash Aid to Families After Demolition
The Cebu City Government distributed P30,060 each to 81 families in Barangay Calamba who lost homes due to a court-ordered demolition on private property, citing the Urban Development and Housing Act.
Bill Seeks to Ban 'Number 8' Protocol Plates for House Members
Navotas City Representative Toby Tiangco has filed House Bill No. 7599, aiming to prohibit the issuance and use of 'Number 8' courtesy license plates for members of the House of Representatives. The bill cites constitutional principles against special pri
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