Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental — Government forces recovered two high-powered firearms from an arms cache near Tagalolo River in Sitio Mangilit, Barangay Bal-ason, Gingoog City on Saturday, April 19, 2025,… 'Read more' "2 High-Powered Firearms Seized After NPA Surrenderer Reveals Arms Cache in Misamis Oriental"
As the 2025 local elections approach, General Santos City finds itself at a pivotal political crossroads. The mayoral race has crystallized into a compelling contest between incumbent Mayor Lorelie Pacquiao… 'Read more' "Editorial: General Santos City at a Crossroads — Pacquiao vs. Nuñez in 2025"
Davao City, Philippines — Health authorities in Davao City have confirmed two cases of monkeypox, or mpox, following reports from the Department of Health (DOH) Regional Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit… 'Read more' "Davao City Confirms Two Mpox Cases; Health Officials Urge Vigilance, Not Panic"
Isabela City, Basilan — In preparation for the upcoming 2025 National and Local Elections (NLE), the Western Mindanao Command (WestMinCom) continues to strengthen its efforts to ensure a peaceful, secure,… 'Read more' "WestMinCom Bolsters Election Security Plans Ahead of 2025 National and Local Elections"
COTABATO CITY — A bill seeking to establish a more robust and effective mechanism to safeguard Lake Lanao was formally filed before the Bangsamoro Parliament. Under Parliament Bill No. 352,… 'Read more' "Bangsamoro Parliament Eyes Stronger Protection for Lake Lanao through Proposed Management Authority"
DAVAO CITY — In a strong display of unity and commitment to democracy, the Davao City Police Office (DCPO), under the leadership of Acting City Director PCOL Hansel M. Marantan,… 'Read more' "Davao City’s Grassroots Leaders Unite for Peaceful and Secure NLE 2025"
Despite the challenges brought by recent calamities, the crisis has revealed the unwavering unity and resilience of Davao Oriental as a province. Leading this inspiring response is Governor Niño Uy,… 'Read more' "Unity and Resilience Shine as Davao Oriental Overcomes Crisis"
Esperanza, Sultan Kudarat — Three individuals were arrested and an estimated ₱170,000 worth of suspected shabu was seized during a buy-bust operation conducted by authorities on April 18, 2025, at… 'Read more' "Three Nabbed, ₱170K Worth of Suspected Shabu Seized in Sultan Kudarat Buy-Bust"
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Authorities apprehended twelve individuals, including a retired police officer and a minor, during two separate anti-illegal mining operations in Cagayan de Oro and Iligan City… 'Read more' "Twelve Nabbed in Cagayan de Oro and Iligan for Illegal Mining; Authorities Warn of Environmental Destruction"
COTABATO CITY — Young children across the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region are starting to enjoy safer and more nurturing learning environments, as the Ministry of Social Services and Development (MSSD) successfully… 'Read more' "99 Child Development Centers in Bangsamoro Now Safer for Young Learners"