COA Issues Qualified Opinion on Cebu City's 2024 Finances
The Commission on Audit raises serious concerns over Cebu City's financial reporting, asset management, and low use of development funds. Discover the key findings and recommendations.
Category : Politics
Cebu Gov. Baricuatro's 3-Year Plan for RDC 7
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro, as new RDC 7 chair, prioritizes infrastructure, inclusive economic growth, and health systems for her 3-year term. Read her full agenda.
COA Questions Cebu City's P11.18B Spending Report
COA's 2024 audit reveals Cebu City reported P11.18B as spent but not disbursed, with a P3.9B development fund only 7.4% used. Read the full report on financial transparency.
COA: Talisay City Misused P26.6M Disaster Fund
State auditors found Talisay City Government charged ineligible expenses like a traffic command center and salary differentials to its disaster risk reduction fund in 2023-2024. Read the full report.
Baricuatro's 3-Year Plan for RDC 7: Infrastructure, Economy, Health
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro, as new RDC 7 chair, prioritizes infrastructure, inclusive growth, and health systems for Central Visayas. Learn about her post-disaster recovery vision.
Mandaue City Requires Special Permits for Holiday Events
Mandaue City's BPLO mandates special permits for businesses holding events outside their premises this Christmas season to ensure public safety and order. Read the full guidelines.
Mandaue BPLO: Get Special Permits for Holiday Events
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
PhilHealth to Receive Record P113B Subsidy in 2026
The DBM commits to timely fund release for PhilHealth's P113B 2026 subsidy, the largest single-year investment for poor Filipinos' healthcare, backed by sin taxes and restored SC funds.
Marcoleta Faces Comelec Complaint Over Undeclared Campaign Funds
A complaint alleges Senator Rodante Marcoleta violated election law by not declaring campaign donors in his SoCE. The case was filed with the Comelec on December 5, 2025.
No Fare Hike for Jeepneys After Oil Price Drop
The LTFRB announces no fare increase for traditional and modern jeepneys following a significant diesel price rollback. Officials cite economic recovery and inflation concerns. Read the full story.
Live-in couple arrested with P598K shabu in Toledo
A live-in couple faces drug charges after a buy-bust in Toledo City, Cebu, yielded 88 grams of suspected shabu worth P598,400. They will spend Christmas in jail.
65-Year-Old Arrested in Toledo City Firearms Raid
CIDG-Mandaue arrests Rafael Sorono, 65, seizes unlicensed .45 pistol, ammo, and air rifle in Toledo City raid. Suspect faces charges under RA 10591. Full details inside.
Woman Caught with Grenade in Mandaue Store
A 33-year-old woman was arrested after security guards found a grenade and a .45 pistol in her bag inside a Mandaue City store. She faces serious charges. Read the full details.
1 Sambayan Supports Cardinal David, Urges Anti-Dynasty Law
The political coalition 1 Sambayan endorses Cardinal David's statement, demanding accountability and constitutional rule. It urges President Marcos Jr. to prioritize the Anti-Dynasty Law and a stronger ICI.
Party-List System Hijacked, Teachers and Citizens Demand Reform
A 2025 report reveals 86 party-list groups have business or political clan ties, betraying the system's promise. Educators and marginalized sectors demand stricter screening and genuine representation. Discover the push for reform.
Archbishop Uy's Two-Pronged Call Against Corruption
New Cebu Archbishop Alberto S. Uy emerges as a national anti-corruption voice, challenging both officials and the public to self-reflect. His powerful message at a November 30 prayer rally urges accountability and compassion.
Duterte Refuses ICI Probe, Calls It 'Scripted Circus'
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte declines ICI invitation on flood control probe, accuses it of political harassment and being a 'propaganda factory' for the Marcos administration. Read his full statement.
705 NPA Members Neutralized in Davao in 2025
The Philippine Army's 10th ID reports a major victory against insurgents in Davao Region for 2025, dismantling the last NPA unit and seizing drugs and firearms. Read the full report on the region's new peace.
Revilla Jr. Asks DOJ for Extension on Flood Case
Ex-senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr. requests more time to file counter-affidavit in Bulacan flood control anomaly. DOJ expects resolution by Dec. 15. #PhilippineNews
Minors Caught Trapped in Robbed Dalaguete Sari-Sari Store
A 13-year-old and an 18-year-old were arrested after getting trapped inside a barangay councilor's store they robbed in Dalaguete, Cebu. Over P2,000 was stolen. Read the full police report.
Minors Caught Trapped in Robbed Dalaguete Sari-Sari Store
A 13-year-old and an 18-year-old were arrested after getting trapped inside a sari-sari store they broke into in Dalaguete, Cebu. Over P2,000 was stolen. Read the full police report.
Minors Caught After Being Trapped in Dalaguete Store Robbery
An 18-year-old and a 13-year-old were arrested after getting trapped inside a sari-sari store they broke into in Barangay Tapon, Dalaguete. Over P2,000 was stolen. Read the full police report.
Cebu Governor Faces Graft Complaint Over Capitol Renovation
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro faces criminal and administrative complaints for alleged graft and violation of the National Heritage Act during the Capitol renovation. The NHCP inspected the site on December 5, 2025.
300 Minors Rescued in Cebu City Police Operation
Cebu City Police rescued nearly 300 minors in a curfew operation and seized drugs. Oplan Bakal Sita also reinstated to curb shootings. Read the full report on the city's safety drive.
9 Swertres Ushers Arrested in Cebu Police Ops
Police in Cebu Province arrested nine illegal swertres ushers in separate operations. One suspect was also caught with suspected shabu. Read the full details of the crackdown.
COA: Talisay Misused ₱26.6M Disaster Fund
The Commission on Audit discovered Talisay City charged ₱26.6M in non-disaster expenses to its calamity fund. Officials defended the spending, but auditors rejected their justifications. Read the full report.
PRO-7 Arrests 4,000 in Illegal Gambling Crackdown
Police in Central Visayas arrest nearly 4,000 individuals in a major illegal gambling operation from Jan-Nov 2025, seizing over P578,000. Community urged to report activities.
Cebu Court Dismisses ATM Skimming Case vs. Romanians
A Cebu court dismissed the P150,101 ATM skimming case against three Romanian nationals due to insufficient evidence, including lost CCTV footage and flawed warrants. Learn the details.
ATM Skimming Case Dismissed Over Evidence Issues
A Philippine court dismissed an ATM skimming case against three Romanians due to mishandled evidence, highlighting critical lapses in investigation. Learn how procedural failures can derail justice.
PNP Considers Bounty for Ex-Rep Zaldy Co's Capture
The PNP is evaluating a reward system to aid the manhunt for ex-Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co, wanted for alleged massive corruption in flood control projects. Read the latest updates.
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