BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — A 64-year-old pedestrian was killed while four vehicles were damaged in a road crash at the junction of Magsaysay Avenue and Hilltop Street at around 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug.

Baguio City has recorded a 39% decrease in leptospirosis cases compared to the same period last year, though one fatality has been confirmed. Local health officials attribute the decline to improved prevention efforts and public awareness campaigns.

Authorities in Baguio City inspected the public market's fish section after a consumer reported buying an unfamiliar crab, feared to be poisonous.

Police in Baguio City distributed approximately five tons of fresh carrots to residents, motorists, and tourists. The initiative aimed to help Benguet farmers who struggled to sell their produce due to a lack of buyers and high transportation costs.

An independent investigation into the death of naval officer candidate Aldwayne Dulnuan in Baguio City has been halted. The police's Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) is awaiting clearance from Philippine Navy headquarters to proceed.

Baguio City recorded over 1,400 millimeters of rainfall between August 1 and 10, an amount equivalent to approximately a month's worth of rain, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

Residents and volunteers in Baguio City and Benguet province have demonstrated the 'Binnadang' tradition of mutual aid, providing support and relief to victims affected by heavy monsoon rains.

A devastating landslide in Brgy. Guisad Surong, Baguio City, Philippines, has resulted in at least eight deaths and two missing individuals. Additionally, 11 pets were successfully rescued from the affected village.

Two individuals who survived a landslide in Baguio City, Philippines, have been discharged from the hospital after receiving treatment, according to the Philippine National Police.

Residents in Baguio City and Benguet province experienced widespread power outages starting Sunday midnight, likely caused by strong winds that battered mountain communities.

Continuous heavy rains led to temporary flooding along a section of the Baguio–Bauang Road in Barangay Irisan, Baguio City, prompting warnings for motorists.

An Indigenous rights activist in Baguio City, Philippines, has been acquitted of terrorism financing charges after a court ruled that prosecutors failed to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.

A local tourist in Baguio City, Philippines, mistakenly inquired about room availability at the female dormitory of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) for a weekend stay.

Baguio City's Environmental Health and Sanitation Division has ordered the temporary closure of several commercial water providers and food establishments. The closures follow their failure to pass bacteriological water quality tests conducted since January.

A fire in Baguio City on Friday morning displaced six families after razing several houses along Sampaguita Street in Purok 8, Barangay San Luis.

Two distinct fires occurred in Baguio City on Thursday, with authorities confirming no injuries were sustained in either incident.

Baguio City in the Philippines has begun a dry run of newly installed P10-million smart traffic signal lights at three major intersections to alleviate traffic congestion in its central business district.

A section of Kennon Road in Baguio City, Philippines, was cleared by the Department of Public Works and Highways after a soil collapse temporarily obstructed traffic amid continuing rains.

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong stated that the city's COVID-19 situation remains under control, despite 41 confirmed cases since early 2026 and an increase in infections since May.

Baguio City has introduced a new handbook for grade school and high school teachers to integrate lessons on recycling, waste reduction, and green economy principles into various school subjects.

Baguio City in the Philippines is launching a project to plant about 1,000 Arabica coffee seedlings in Barangay Happy Hollow to enhance local coffee production and support its circular economy program.

A public-private partnership to upgrade Baguio City's century-old hydroelectric power plants needs the consent of the nearby Benguet town of Tuba.

The Court of Appeals has mandated Baguio City's Notre Dame De Chartres Hospital to pay nearly a million pesos in compensation to senior patients who were previously denied mandatory discounts on hospital bills.

A government school in Baguio City, Philippines, is providing formal education to people with disabilities, aiming to equip them with skills for daily life and survival.

Baguio City has been recognized with a WHO award for its Smoke-Free Baguio Ordinance, one of the country's strictest anti-smoking and anti-vaping measures, nearly eight years after its implementation.

The Benguet Electric Cooperative (Beneco) is installing tree wires to reduce power outages caused by trees contacting distribution lines in Baguio City. This initiative aims to ease unscheduled power disruptions.

Baguio City's only sewage treatment plant has failed recent performance evaluations, leading to a notice of violation and an urgent need for a new facility to address sanitation issues.

Heirs of World War II veterans are in a dispute with the Philippine Military Academy over property at Camp Henry T. Allen in Baguio City, where the academy is constructing a pension management center.

Residents in Baguio City, Philippines, are urged to conserve and store water as experts warn of severe dry spells in late 2026 due to an anticipated 'Super El Niño', despite expected rains from June to September.

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Mountain Province Police Provincial Office has condemned the killing of a child in Barangay Banawel in Natonin town as authorities continue to process two minor…

The Baguio City council has called on the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) to intervene in long-standing issues concerning unvalidated properties covered by controversial “211 titles.”

Baguio City in the Philippines is exploring real-time agricultural information systems to help Cordillera farms avoid market oversupply, especially in light of energy crises and anticipated dry spells.

Descendants of World War II veterans in Baguio City, Philippines, are encouraged to preserve and share the stories of those who fought to liberate the city 81 years ago, honoring their legacy of freedom.

The 7th “Mangan Taku” Cordillera Food Fair has opened at Burnham Park in Baguio City, showcasing indigenous dishes and traditional food practices from the region.

Authorities confirmed that the site of a recent explosion along Magsaysay Avenue in Baguio City was an illegal gambling establishment operating a "drop ball" game.

Veterans in Baguio City have called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to immediately sign into law a measure that designates the entire month of April as “Philippine Veterans Month.” The bill, transmitted by Congress, aims to mandate a whole-of-society observance.

Jeepney operations in Baguio City were halted or faced higher fares due to unclear government policy, causing confusion among drivers and commuters.

Transport groups, commuters, and vendors in Baguio City are calling for policy reforms, including the removal of fuel taxes and the repeal of the oil deregulation law, to address the strain of rising oil prices on livelihoods.

Baguio City has established a Crisis Management Committee, comprising representatives from various sectors, to monitor supply conditions and recommend actions to mitigate the effects of rising fuel prices.

BAGUIO CITY — Residents and tourists in this city woke up to a crisp morning on Monday as temperatures hovered around 10°C at 5 a.m., slightly warmer than the 9.4°C recorded the previous day. Locals described the cool breeze as unusually brisk for this time of year.  READ: Pagasa records coldest day so far in

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The temperature in this city dropped to 9 degrees Celsius at 5 a.m. on Saturday, the lowest temperature recorded in the country so far this year. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said the unusually low temperature was caused by prevailing cold winds and seasonal weather patterns, especially

BAGUIO CITY — Two individuals arrested during a joint police and military operation in Quezon City have been reported missing, according to the Cordillera Human Rights Alliance (CHRA). In a statement, CHRA said John Silverio Saligbon, also known to peers as John-John or Bonbon, and Jess Gamay have not been seen or heard from for

BAGUIO CITY — Eight people, including a child, were injured after a stray pyrotechnic device exploded during the closing ceremony of the Panagbenga Festival 2026 at Burnham Park on Sunday evening, March 8. The Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) said the incident happened at 7:55 p.m. at the park’s skating rink area, where a fireworks

TUGUEGARAO CITY — Four men allegedly caught in the act of illegal mining were arrested in Santiago, Claveria, Cagayan at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, police said on Thursday. Capt. Armando Tolentino Jr., Claveria police chief, identified the arrested persons as Ben, 67, of Bakakeng Norte in Baguio City; Metring, 70, of Davildavilan, Dingalan

The first rockshed built along Kennon Road in Baguio City, Philippines, is finally set for completion after being damaged by heavy landslides in 2025 and left unrepaired for six months.

BAGUIO CITY—Celebrities added star power to the 30th Panagbenga or Baguio Flower Festival Grand Float Parade on Sunday, as thousands packed Session Road to witness the floral spectacle. Actor James Reid, riding a soft drink brand float, drew loud cheers from the crowd. He was joined by veteran actress Rosanna Roces, who appeared on the

BAGUIO CITY—The 30th Panagbenga or Baguio Flower Festival Street Dance Parade yesterday doubled as a history lesson, celebrating three decades of goodwill and resilience that helped revive the city’s economy after its second major devastation in the 20th century. Millennial and Gen Z students staged a special dance drama along Session Road and at Burnham

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Supreme Court has scheduled oral arguments on a case pertaining to unprogrammed funds and special accounts inserted in the 2024, 2025 and 2026 national budgets during its summer sessions here in April. The case is relevant to the prosecution of officials tied to the multibillion-peso fraud involving government infrastructure projects.

BAGUIO CITY — The municipal government of Lamut in Ifugao province suspended work in its offices and classes in both public and private schools on Wednesday in observance of the Edsa People Power anni

BAGUIO CITY—It is time for the Senate to review its rules on nonattendance, Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said amid the monthslong absence of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa from the chamber, Dela Rosa may face an ethics complaint over his absence to be filed by former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV, the latter

Authorities in Baguio are investigating allegations of student violence after a viral video prompted Pinget National High School to urge the public to stop sharing the footage to protect minors involved.

BAGUIO CITY — The municipality of Bakun in Benguet suspended face-to-face classes in all elementary and secondary schools from Thursday afternoon until Friday amid heavy rainfall.  Mayor Fausto T.

Baguio City has seen a steady decline in the number of smokers. This trend has also led to a decrease in patients suffering from tobacco-related ailments like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Public Works Secretary Viven Dizon announced a review of old American-era mines and a small-scale mining area along Kennon Road in Baguio City, Philippines, to determine their contribution to recurring landslides and weakening mountain slopes.

Baguio City in the Philippines is being evaluated as a pilot site for a new technology that uses naturally occurring Wolbachia bacteria to prevent mosquitoes from transmitting dengue fever.

Residents in Baguio City received approximately P3.1 million in assistance following heavy rains from recent storms and an enhanced southwest monsoon over the past two weeks.

At least 13 people have died in multiple landslides in Baguio City and Atok, Benguet, Philippines, triggered by heavy southwest monsoon rains.

Palace press officer Claire Castro questioned Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong's criticism of the Marcos administration's investigation pace, highlighting a six-year rock-netting investigation under Magalong's purview.

A landslide in Baguio City, Philippines, triggered by 'Habagat' (southwest monsoon), has resulted in at least seven deaths and multiple missing persons, with rescue operations continuing to search for survivors, including a dog rescued after nearly 24 hours. The disaster buried several houses and toppled trees.

The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) formally incorporated 342 freshmen cadets into the Corps of Cadets in Baguio City, despite continuous rains, after they completed eight weeks of strenuous training.

Kennon Road in Baguio City has been temporarily closed to motorists and the general public since Monday due to falling rocks amidst heavy torrential rains and enhanced monsoon.

Baguio City in the Philippines is planning to mandate registration for all short-term rental accommodations listed on tourism platforms. This initiative aims to protect tourists from fraudulent schemes.

Baguio City government has introduced a new hotline and mobile application to allow passengers to report taxi drivers who refuse to accept fares.

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong defended the city council's approval of an ordinance to increase household garbage collection fees, stating the adjustment is overdue and necessary to sustain waste management services.

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong has issued a warning to the public about an individual allegedly using his name to solicit funds for supposed scholarship and feeding program fundraisers.

A man has been arrested in Baguio City for allegedly butchering three dogs, prompting local officials to reaffirm their commitment to combating the illegal dog meat trade.

Baguio City in the Philippines spends between P150 million and P200 million annually to transport its residual waste to a landfill in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, highlighting the financial burden of not having its own final disposal facility.

Baguio City has received three solar-powered Tourist First Aid Booths from the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), launching a project to enhance emergency response for tourists.

The Baguio City council has rejected a P1.27-billion public-private partnership proposal to rehabilitate and modernize American-era hydroelectric power plants in Tuba, Benguet.

Baguio City's Burnham Lake is expected to reopen in August as repair and rehabilitation work approaches completion, with Mayor Benjamin Magalong stating the project is 90 percent finished.

Baguio City is planning an environmental fee hike, with local lawmakers ensuring new charges for garbage collection and wastewater management align with a 2015 Supreme Court ruling that struck down Quezon City's garbage fee ordinance.

The Baguio City Mayor’s Office has confirmed that a statement, which purportedly showed Mayor Magalong criticizing Villanueva for joining the Gatchalian bloc, is fake.

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) suspended 24 buses of North Genesis after one of its vehicles was involved in a fatal road crash in Baguio City, killing one person and injuring six.

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong has mandated stricter inspections and penalties for food establishments following a viral video showing a rat in a bowl of sinigang at a local buffet restaurant.

Activists in Baguio City, Philippines, have elevated their petition to remove their government-issued terrorist designation to the Court of Appeals after a regional trial court dismissed their initial case.

Three people were injured when a delivery truck carrying seedlings experienced brake failure and crashed into a concrete barrier on Asin Road in Baguio City, Philippines.

The city council of Baguio City, Philippines, has granted conditional approval to a controversial road project that will cut through a critical watershed, imposing safeguards and requiring barangay official involvement.

BAGUIO CITY — The summer capital has been slapped with a notice of violation over the poor performance of its only sewage treatment plant, which discharges what should be cleansed domestic water into…

A 46-year-old truck driver from Nueva Vizcaya died after being run over by his own vehicle while transporting heavy equipment in Barangay Happy Hallow, Baguio City.

BAGUIO CITY – Close to half of today’s Cordillera mothers have decided not to have more children, a detail that explains the low birth rates that continue to trend among families throughout this…

The Baguio City council has expressed support for the Ibaloy community's opposition to House Bill No. 621, which aims to transfer authority over ancestral land titles and related consent processes.

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Health workers and advocates marched here on Thursday, May 7, demanding reforms in the country’s healthcare system, citing low wages, understaffed hospitals, and continued…

An electric vehicle distributor has proposed supplying up to 100 electric taxis to Baguio City, Philippines, to enhance its mass transport system. The initiative aims to address concerns regarding global oil supply disruptions.

Baguio City in the Philippines is implementing a circular tourism model to address growing waste and resource strain, aiming for greater sustainability amidst environmental challenges.

BAGUIO CITY — A 32-year-old miner from Itogon, Benguet, was arrested after an explosion injured 14 people near the sinkhole area along Magsaysay Avenue in this city at dawn on Monday.

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong clarified that tourists are still permitted to take photos at Lion's Head along Kennon Road, assuring visitors that the city government is not preventing such activities.

Hotels and accommodation facilities in Baguio City, Philippines, have been ordered to construct or upgrade their own wastewater treatment systems following a national regulator's directive. This mandate comes shortly before the Holy Week break.

BAGUIO CITY — A healthy food practitioner in Baguio who is also an advocate of the “slow food” system said parents are responsible for their children’s food choices, urging them to lead by example in…

BAGUIO CITY — The Benguet Electric Cooperative (Beneco) is encouraging beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) and poor families to avail of the lifeline rate offered by the cooperative. “As of the latest records, Beneco has 354 registered lifeline beneficiaries receiving total exemption or a discount in their electricity consumption,” Beneco general manager Engr.

BAGUIO CITY — A regional health organization has called on authorities to respect the rights and dignity of Dr.

MANILA, Philippines — Residents and tourists of Baguio City may have to put on an extra warm layer of clothes on Saturday as the temperature is forecast at 10°C, the Philippine Atmospheric,…

BAGUIO CITY—The summer capital’s largest barangay has imposed new rules that would require an indigenous Filipino elder’s approval before the sound of “gangsa” (hand-held gong) rings out through neighborhoods in the village. An ordinance passed late last year by the barangay council of Irisan prescribes the appropriate occasions when gongs and other indigenous musical instruments

BAGUIO CITY — The 16 district health centers covering 128 barangays in this city will now offer eye screening as an additional service, an official said Monday.

BAGUIO CITY—Top leaders in tourism and trade pushed for green transportation to lessen the carbon footprint of the travel and farming sectors as the war in the Middle East is expected to result in…

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) said it has expanded the implementation of its flagship food security initiative, the P20 Benteng Bigas, Meron Na!’ Rice Project, to Baguio City. According to the DA, the project was first rolled out in Baguio during the city’s Panagbenga Festival, benefiting at least 500 households from various

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Thirty colorful floats paraded down Session Road on Sunday, marking the 30th edition of the Panagbenga Festival and capping a monthlong celebration that has become one of the country’s premier tourism events. Leading the procession was Baguio Rep. Mauricio Domogan, carrying the Panagbenga festival staff. Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Endo

BAGUIO CITY—A 1991 review of assessor’s office records found that most—if not all—properties along Session Road were owned by Chinese Filipino families. The Gold Ore’s Nov.

More than a hundred young activists in Baguio City staged a protest rally to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power revolution, asserting that Martial Law should never happen again.

Baguio City's Ibaloy Day commemorated ancestral lands and rights, with an Ibaloy leader highlighting how the 1909 Baguio City Charter violated earlier US Supreme Court recognition of native title.

Face-to-face classes from preschool to Grade 12 were suspended in Baguio City and Benguet province following an orange rainfall warning triggered by the habagat monsoon season.

Baguio City in the Philippines will implement a 'keep right' rule for pedestrians using sidewalks, pedestrian lanes, and other walkways, under an amended anti-distracted walking ordinance.

Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon visited the Guisad Surong landslide site in Baguio City to assess damage and plan protective measures for residents.

The Baguio City Police Office is renewing its strict implementation of the 'No CCTV, no business permit' ordinance as a crime prevention tool, citing a 16.5 percent increase in crime incidence in the city.

Digital advocates are urging the Baguio City government and national cybersecurity agencies to investigate a reported ransomware attack that affected the city's online building permit system.

Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon has criticized Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong for engaging in politicking while the city is still recovering from a landslide that claimed 10 lives.

Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian visited survivors of a fatal landslide in Barangay Guisad Surong, Baguio City, and offered condolences to families of 10 other residents who died in related calamities.

Kennon Road in Baguio City, Philippines, remained hazardous on Sunday, August 9, after heavy rain caused mud, floodwater, and rock debris to accumulate along the roadway.

Incessant rain in Baguio City has led to the evacuation of 51 families and caused damage to homes from falling trees and bamboo, prompting firefighters to conduct clearing operations.

City food regulators in Baguio City, Philippines, confiscated nearly 260 kilograms of spoiled chicken from a meat shop following a consumer complaint.

Elderly protesters, including former government employees, marched in Baguio City on July 25 to demand accountability for alleged corruption cases, two days before the State of the Nation Address.

Doctors in Baguio City, Philippines, are backing a proposed liquor code that would raise the legal drinking age to 23, citing concerns over the unhealthy effects of intoxication.

Three people were injured after a private van carrying 14 passengers crashed into a concrete barrier along the Balacbac Circumferential Road in Baguio City, Philippines, during heavy rains on Sunday.

The city council of Baguio, Philippines, has called for the deployment of at least one barangay tanod (village watchman) in every public school to enhance campus security following a series of violent incidents.

Boat rides at Burnham Lake in Baguio City are expected to resume by August as a P480-million rehabilitation project nears completion.

Baguio City in the Philippines is implementing stricter measures, including shutting down purified water refilling stations and commercial deep wells, if operators fail water quality tests a second time to ensure public safety.

Police in Baguio City arrested the Cordillera Administrative Region's second most wanted person during an intelligence-driven operation in Buguias, Benguet, on Friday, July 10.

Courts in Baguio City, Philippines, have advised judges, personnel, and litigants to wear face masks inside premises due to an increase in Covid-19 cases.

Baguio City will soon require organizers of public events using government spaces to submit waste management programs to secure permits, following the approval of Ordinance No. 63-2026.

Baguio City in the Philippines is developing a model response plan and will conduct drills to prepare for potential school shootings, referencing a past incident in Tacloban City.

Commercial water truckers in Baguio City have reduced water extraction from private deep wells as the city prepares for a potential 'Super El Niño' that could lead to rainfall shortages and drought conditions.

The World Health Organization has expressed support for Baguio City's initiative to increase the minimum legal drinking age from 18 to 23, aiming to protect young people from the harmful effects of early alcohol consumption.

A bus conductor died and six others were injured after a passenger bus crashed into a parked six-wheeler truck on Marcos Highway in Baguio City, Philippines.

The Smoke-Free Baguio Task Force has recommended the closure of 41 establishments, including a funeral home, for violating the city's smoke-free ordinance.

A court in Baguio City, Philippines, dismissed one of the first legal challenges against the Anti-Terrorism Council's terrorist designation of local activists.

The country’s premier vocal ensemble, “Viva Voce,” is set to return to Baguio City, Philippines, to offer a vocal workshop and recital for aspiring and experienced singers in the region this June.

BAGUIO CITY — A woman was confirmed killed, and at least 95 other people were injured after two buses and an SUV collided along Marcos Highway in Sitio Caucalan, Barangay Taloy Sur, Tuba, Benguet, on…

Baguio City's Health Services Office will now require establishments to implement pest control measures as a condition for obtaining or renewing business permits.

The Baguio City Council in the Philippines is discussing a new policy to increase the legal drinking age from 18 to 21 years old, aiming to address the health impacts of alcohol consumption.

The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines launched the Korea Festival 2026 in Baguio City, transforming Rambakan Road into a showcase of Korean culture, music, food, fashion, and martial arts.

Baguio City officials are being pressed to take control of approximately 200 hectares of land with old or unvalidated titles that are still being actively sold despite long-standing legal disputes.

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Cordillera regional economy in 2025 had been robust with a 4.4-percent growth, including a surprise 4.3-percent expansion for the perennially underperforming…

The Baguio City Council has unanimously approved a resolution urging the Cordillera wage board to adjust salaries, citing the energy crisis exacerbated by tensions in Iran.

Baguio City in the Philippines has declared a state of calamity due to a severe fuel crisis, leading to long lines at jeepney terminals and prompting the city government to deploy more units.

Baguio City experienced a 50% drop in Holy Week tourist arrivals, attributed to the continuous increase in fuel prices following the conflict in the Middle East, according to data from the city tourism office.

Baguio City has opened the first government-run 'sundown clinic' for HIV in the Cordillera region, and one of the first of its kind in the Philippines, in response to rising HIV cases.

BAGUIO CITY—Residents of four Baguio villages and a barangay in the neighboring Benguet town of Tuba will decide whether to approve or reject a proposed government land swap aimed at resolving a…

BAGUIO CITY—Church leaders have petitioned the local government to prohibit advertisements promoting all forms of gambling in the city, reasserting a public-backed antigambling stance that dates back to the destructive 1990 Luzon earthquake. According to the Baguio City Ecumenical Council, it has “consistently upheld its principled stand opposing all forms of gambling, recognizing its harmful

BAGUIO CITY — The cool spell goes on in Baguio over the weekend, with temperatures registering at 9.4 degrees Celsius on Sunday (March 15) after hitting 9°C on Saturday.

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who remains absent from the Senate, has asked Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III for permission to allow his family to use the Senate Mansion in Baguio City. In a letter dated March 12 and addressed to Sotto, Dela Rosa requested the use of the Senate Mansion

The Baguio City council has requested a comprehensive audit of Camp John Hay's operations and urged the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to reveal a new master plan for the former American recreation area.

A truck carrying cattle crashed in Suello Village, Baguio City, resulting in the deaths of the driver and a helper, and injuring another helper.

BAGUIO CITY — About 60 youths and activists staged an anti-war protest on Wednesday, March 4, at the Igorot Park in Baguio to condemn the weekend attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel. Youth leader Glen Cabayanan said Americans are acting like terrorists, and not the Iranian population being decimated by US and

BAGUIO CITY— In a fitting finale to the monthlong festivities of the Panagbenga Flower Festival, “Session Road in Bloom 2026” officially opened on Monday along Upper Session Road in Baguio City, ushering in a weeklong celebration that serves as the festival’s culminating highlight. For seven days, until March 8, the city’s iconic main thoroughfare transforms into

A fire struck a makeshift structure near the Justice Hall in Baguio City on Sunday morning, March 1, coinciding with the first day of Fire Prevention Month.

BAGUIO CITY — A guest performer’s sexist remarks during the Ibaloy Day celebration on Monday have drawn strong backlash, with women’s groups and a city councilor calling for a public apology. During the program, Romeo “Romy” Ogong made jokes about his body and reportedly offered to “distribute his sperm” to audience members, even referencing in

BAGUIO CITY – The Benguet Police Provincial Office (PPO) has begun implementing the “Oplan Ultimate Grass Cutter,” which is aimed at curbing the perennial marijuana cultivation problem in the province. READ: P364-M marijuana seized in Cordillera in first 6 weeks of 2026 — police “The operation plan involves two approaches — soft and hard approaches, which

BAGUIO CITY—“I’m nearing the twilight of my career,” Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said in an interview after attending the homecoming of the Philippine Military Academy from where he graduated 55 years ago. The 77-year-old senator told inquiring reporters he had “absolutely” no plan to run for higher office in 2028 and would