CA Reinstates Borbon Vice Mayor, Reverses Ombudsman Ruling
The Court of Appeals has overturned the Ombudsman's decision to dismiss Borbon Vice Mayor Noel Dotillos, citing lack of evidence for misconduct in a P570,000 bonus case from 2019.
Category : Judicial System
Cebu Hit-and-Run Tragedy Exposes Justice System Flaws
A fatal hit-and-run in Cebu City, resulting in the death of young businessman Kingston Ralph Cheng, highlights systemic failures in evidence collection and law enforcement, raising public anger and calls for legal reform.
Supreme Court Allows Co-ownership for Same-Sex Couples
The Philippine Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples can claim co-ownership of property under Article 148 of the Family Code, provided they live together and prove contributions, reversing a lower court decision.
DOJ Intensifies Manhunt for Atong Ang, Confident He's in PH
The Department of Justice has reaffirmed its commitment to using all available methods to locate and apprehend businessman Atong Ang, who faces kidnapping and illegal detention charges. Authorities are confident he has not left the country.
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Supreme Court Recognizes Same-Sex Couples' Property Co-Ownership
The Philippine Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples can be considered co-owners of property under Article 148 of the Family Code, based on proof of actual contributions, while emphasizing broader rights require legislative action.
Torreon Defends Actions in CIDG Obstruction Case
Attorney Israelito Torreon asserts he was merely performing his duties as a lawyer for Pastor Apollo Quiboloy in response to a CIDG obstruction of justice complaint.
Sandiganbayan Rejects Revilla's Motion to Inhibit Justice
The Sandiganbayan has denied former Senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr.'s motion for Associate Justice Karl Miranda to inhibit from his malversation case, citing lack of sufficient grounds.
Quiboloy Lawyer Files Rejoinder Affidavit in DOJ Case
Attorney Israelito Torreon has submitted a rejoinder affidavit to the Department of Justice regarding an obstruction of justice complaint filed by the Philippine National Police against Pastor Apollo Quiboloy.
Ex-DPWH Engineers Ask DOJ to Exclude Their Statements as Evidence
Former DPWH engineers Brice Hernandez and Jaypee Mendoza have petitioned the Department of Justice to exclude certain statements they made as evidence in a case involving alleged ghost flood control projects in Bulacan.
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Arrest Warrant for Atong Ang and Five Others in Kidnapping Case
A San Pablo court in Laguna has issued a new arrest warrant for Charlie 'Atong' Ang and five others over kidnapping charges related to missing cockfighters, with no bail set.
Recto Urges New Prosecutors to Resist Political Influence
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto administered the oath to 140 new DOJ prosecutors, emphasizing neutrality, evidence-based decisions, and accountability to the law during a ceremony at Malacañan Palace.
Cebu Court Recalls Warrant, Mayor Espinosa Released
Albuera Mayor Kerwin Espinosa was released from Cebu City Jail after a court recalled his arrest warrant for murder due to lack of jurisdiction, citing the crime occurred in Leyte.
Mayor Espinosa Released After Cebu Court Drops Murder Case
Albuera Mayor Kerwin Espinosa has been released from jail after a Cebu court recalled his arrest warrant, citing lack of jurisdiction as the alleged crime occurred in Leyte. The court also rejected a law allowing case transfers for public officials.
LTO Recommends Lifetime Ban for Cebu Hit-and-Run Driver
LTO Assistant Secretary Markus Lacanilao pushes for driver's license revocation and lifetime ban for Sean Andrew Pajarillo, involved in a fatal hit-and-run in Cebu City that killed businessman Kingston Ralph Cheng.
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SC Allows Property Co-Ownership for Same-Sex Couples
The Philippine Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples living together may be recognized as co-owners of property if they can prove actual financial contribution, citing Article 148 of the Family Code.
70 Basilan Police Relieved Over Hazing of New Recruits
Around 70 members of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion-14B in Lamitan City, Basilan were relieved following reports of hazing against newly assigned police officers. Twelve personnel, including a colonel, face charges under the anti-hazing law.
Top 2 Most Wanted Murder Suspect Captured in Cebu
Roel Lauron Judilla, a top 2 most wanted person for murder, was arrested in San Fernando, Cebu, based on a warrant issued in September 2025. The suspect allegedly shot his neighbor while drunk.
Unlicensed Driver Arrested After Fatal Hit-and-Run in Cebu
A 21-year-old man driving without a license has been placed under hospital arrest after a hit-and-run incident in Cebu City that killed a pedestrian and damaged property.
Toledo Driver Arrested for Theft of Vehicle Parts and Iron
A dump truck driver in Toledo City, Cebu, was arrested for qualified theft after allegedly stealing vehicle parts and iron from a workplace and selling them.
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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.
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.
Iloilo's 6th Most Wanted Arrested for Rape in Police Operation
Police in Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, arrested the province's sixth most wanted person for rape during a warrant operation in Barangay Tinori-an on February 6, 2026.
Customs Broker Shot Dead in Lapu-Lapu City, Police Investigate
A 42-year-old licensed customs broker was found shot dead in a remote area of Lapu-Lapu City. Police are reviewing CCTV footage and investigating the motive, with robbery ruled out as personal belongings were untouched.
Ex-Mayor Espinosa Surrenders to NBI in Cebu
Former Albuera Mayor Kerwin Espinosa voluntarily surrendered to NBI-Cevro in Cebu on February 5, 2026, following a murder warrant, with two co-accused also in custody.
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Pre-Trial Reset in P96.5M Ghost Flood Control Graft Case
Judge Nelson Leyco of Lapu-Lapu RTC Branch 27 resets pre-trial to February 27, 2026 for contractor Sarah Discaya and nine others facing graft and malversation charges over an alleged ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental worth P96.5 million.
Court Delays Ghost Flood Project Pre-Trial for Evidence Review
The Lapu-Lapu City RTC Branch 27 postpones the pre-trial of Sarah Discaya and nine others in the P96.5-million ghost flood control case to allow pre-marking of nearly 4,000 pages of evidence, rescheduling to February 27, 2026.
Osmeña Files Supreme Court Petition Against Carbon Market JVA
Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña petitions the Supreme Court to halt the Carbon Market modernization, alleging legal violations in the joint venture agreement and seeking a review of its constitutionality.
Four Arrested in Murder of Policewoman and Son
Police Senior Master Sergeant John Mollenido and three others, including a car sales couple, were arrested for the killing of his estranged wife and their eight-year-old son, with bodies found in Bulacan and Tarlac.
Antique Police Arrest 9th Most Wanted Person
Police in Antique province have successfully apprehended the region's ninth most wanted individual, facing four counts of acts of lasciviousness under RA 7610, following a coordinated operation in Libertad.
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Man Arrested for Jewelry Theft in Cebu City
A 28-year-old former bus conductor was arrested at Inayawan Police Station for allegedly stealing a P5,000 gold necklace from a boarder in Barangay Poblacion Pardo, Cebu City.
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