Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega highlighted that Davao alone secured more than half of the confidential funds allocated to the entire region for 2023-2024, sparking debate over equitable budget distribution.

National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag dismissed social media speculation about the possible arrest of Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa during law enforcement operations in Davao City.

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The Department of Education Schools Division of Davao City has issued an apology following the 'inappropriate behavior' of high school students who heckled President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during his visit to Calinan district.

The Department of Education Schools Division of Davao City issued an apology for the "inappropriate behavior" of several students who heckled President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during his visit to Calinan district.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. vowed to address and reduce the housing backlog in Calinan District, Davao City, by the end of 2027, following a visit to a housing project.

DAVAO CITY—One person died and at least 1,200 people were displaced as continuous heavy rains due to the southwest monsoon flooded several villages here on Friday.

Heavy rains triggered a landslide in Bukidnon, Philippines, rendering a major road network connecting San Fernando, Bukidnon to Davao City impassable to all vehicles.

A significant section of the Bukidnon-Davao highway in Sitio Marahan, Davao City, Philippines, collapsed on Friday, July 17, rendering the vital route impassable and disrupting travel.

The Baterbonia family has received a P2 million condo unit in Davao from the National Housing Authority (NHA). This donation provides them with a new home.

Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV denied Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte's claim that the International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for Senator Christopher "Bong" Go.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has sought an explanation from Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte concerning alleged illegal waste dumping outside its Region XI office, and has also filed a complaint against the mayor.

Malacañang has criticized Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte for ordering trash to be dumped at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Davao office, following his criticism of the DENR's 'bureaucratic ineptitude' over the closure of the city's sanitary landfill.

An environmental group has highlighted a critical waste management crisis in Davao City, Philippines, following a recent landfill collapse.

DAVAO CITY — The body of a 78-year-old woman who was reported missing during the landfill slide on May 20 was recovered around 4:32 p.m.

Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte has publicly accused President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of having no achievements as the country's chief executive during a recent speech.

A juvenile Philippine Eagle was sighted in the Panigan-Tamugan Subwatershed in Davao City during a habitat assessment conducted from May 5 to May 8.

A Quezon City court has sentenced a member of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) to four months in jail for instigating a road blockade in Davao City to stall the police manhunt for the sect’s leader.

The Mindanao Development Authority announced the revival of direct flights between Davao City and Manado, aiming to reduce travel time and boost trade between Mindanao and North Sulawesi.

Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte's remark about 'needing President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos' head' is within his rights.

Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte has been officially appointed as the president of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) Laban, succeeding Senator Robin Padilla.

The Department of Agriculture in Davao Region (DA-11) and Japanese firm E-Supportlink Co., Ltd. have partnered to launch an AI-powered drone pilot project aimed at detecting banana plant diseases and counting plants in Davao City farms.

A viral post claiming Brunei oil was being shipped to Davao City has been debunked, with city officials stating there is no information or discussions regarding such a supply.

Bureau of Immigration operatives in Davao City have arrested two foreign fugitives, an American and a Korean, in separate operations.

DAVAO CITY, Philippines — The death toll from landslides and flooding caused by a shear line has risen to eight in the Davao region, after one more person was reported killed when a ball mill facility

The false claim surfaced after the NBI conducted a raid on a Davao City steel corporation; the fake quote card circulating online is an altered version of a news graphic

A steel plant in Davao City that was recently raided has been found to be posing radioactive hazards due to the presence of radioactive materials.

Law enforcement agencies, including the NBI and PAOCC, raided a plant in Davao City after discovering it was producing and distributing substandard and potentially radioactive steel. The operation aimed to halt the production of unsafe construction materials.

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Malacañang urged the public to “bring back decency” after a video showed students heckling President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during his visit to Davao City.

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A second massive landslide and road collapse occurred along the Davao–Bukidnon Highway in the Philippines on Monday evening, July 27, striking Purok 12 Falls in Barangay Buda, Marilog District, Davao City.

Palace press officer Claire Castro criticized Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte, accusing him of prioritizing politicking over the welfare of Davao residents amidst flooding and urging him to focus on helping his constituents.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is giving worn-out peso banknotes a new purpose by recycling them into armchairs for a classroom in Davao City, diverting them from shredders and landfills.

Highway authorities are monitoring a damaged section of the Davao-Bukidnon Highway in Barangay Buda, Marilog District, Davao City, where meters-long tension cracks have forced a partial road closure.

Two women fruit vendors were shot by a lone gunman on Sunday night while attending to their business along Orchids Street in Davao City, Philippines.

House trial spokespersons in the Philippines announced that former Davao City court sheriff Abe Andres will be included in the prosecution's witness list. His testimony is intended to support evidence regarding behavioral patterns and a culture of impunity.

Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla and the Department of Justice have denied claims by Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte that the International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for Senator Bong Go.

Thousands of mourners gathered at the Christ the King Chapel in Davao City for the final homecoming of a prominent figure, referred to as the 'Gentle Giant'.

Following the shutdown of its sanitary landfill, Davao City's Health Office has commenced disinfection and decontamination operations in areas where garbage has piled up to prevent disease.

Garbage collection and disposal in Davao City, Philippines, have been severely disrupted following the suspension of operations at the city's main landfill, as search and retrieval efforts continue for a woman buried there.

Malacañang debunked Davao City First District Rep. Paolo Duterte's claim that the city received no support from the national government since the Marcos administration took over, stating it received P7.8 billion.

A sanitary landfill in Barangay New Carmen, Davao City, collapsed on Wednesday, burying one person and injuring two. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is now considering its temporary shutdown.

Former Davao City police chief Bato dela Rosa has been summoned by the PNP for an investigation into the 'facts and circumstances' related to alleged extrajudicial killings in the Davao Region.

National University has inaugurated its first campus in Mindanao, located in Davao City, enhancing the region's role as an educational hub.

Samal Island in Davao del Norte will soon receive a reliable 50-megawatt power supply after Aboitiz Power Corporation activated a new submarine cable linking the island to the Davao City mainland grid. This infrastructure aims to provide stable electricity to the island.

Davao City Mayor Sebastian "Baste" Duterte has assumed leadership of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) party, which previously propelled his father to the presidency. This move comes amidst his sister Sara's potential 2028 presidential bid.

Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte has publicly criticized Senate President Vicente Sotto III for his changed stance on joint oil exploration with China, questioning his motives.

Davao City's charter day celebration turned into a political gathering, highlighting former President Duterte's 81st birthday and serving as a political hub for his supporters.

DAVAO CITY—The National Bird Breeding Sanctuary (NBBS) in Barangay Eden here has produced another eaglet, marking a breakthrough for the conservation of the critically endangered Philippine eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi). The Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) on Tuesday presented to the public 3-month-old Philippine eagle called “Chick 32,” produced through cooperative artificial insemination. It is the offspring

DAVAO CITY, Philippines — A total of 18 captive-bred and rescued Philippine eagles underwent thorough physical checkups at the Philippine Eagle Center. The annual examinations, which began last Feb. 18 and lasted two nights, included blood work and other laboratory tests. The physical checkup is a routine procedure for the critically endangered raptors to ensure

The Philippine Ombudsman has launched an investigation into alleged corruption within flood control projects in Davao City, which has been identified as a major recipient of budget allocations for such initiatives.

National Bureau of Investigation Director Melvin Matibag denied rumors of being in Davao City to arrest Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa, stating the NBI's agenda was to inspect a steel company raided over alleged production of substandard and illegal steel products.

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Seven individuals were rescued from the sea after their pump boat capsized off the coast of Kilometer 10, Barangay Sasa, Davao City, on Wednesday.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared special non-working days in Davao de Oro, Nueva Vizcaya, and Davao City to allow residents to fully celebrate their local festivals and founding anniversaries.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspected a medium-rise socialized housing project in Davao City, a day after his State of the Nation Address.

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is accelerating the construction of a temporary bypass on the landslide-hit Bukidnon-Davao highway in Davao City to restore access for light vehicles and buses.

Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon is expected to inspect a massive landslide site along the Bukidnon–Davao Road in Sitio Marahan, Barangay Marilog Proper, Davao City, as authorities continue assessment.

The Philippine Senate impeachment court will decide if former Davao City court sheriff Abe Andres can be excused from testifying in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. Andres had sought to be excused from the proceedings.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in the Davao Region has ordered the permanent closure of the old sanitary landfill in Barangay New Carmen, Davao City.

Two female individuals were arrested in Davao City for allegedly posing as Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) personnel, according to the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG).

Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte and other city officials will be investigated by the DILG for possible administrative lapses after ordering the dumping of garbage in front of a regional DENR office.

Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte ordered the dumping of garbage outside the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) office in protest of the city's mounting waste crisis, prompting the DENR to condemn the action and clarify that President Marcos was not involved in a landfill suspension.

The Police Regional Office 11 confirmed that the order revoking the firearms privilege of Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa has been served in Davao City.

Malacañang stated that the Marcos administration can address illegal drug use without extrajudicial killings, in response to Davao City Mayor Sebastian "Baste" Duterte's recent remarks.

Davao City has been affected by significant natural disasters, including widespread floods that displaced over 1,000 residents. Concurrently, a landfill collapse in the city has prompted an ongoing search for two missing individuals.

A fact-check report has debunked a social media post falsely claiming a Davao City railway deal used an image of a fictional anime character as a 'Japanese governor,' confirming no such deal has been signed.

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has issued an administrative order to investigate all individuals making threats against the First Family, not limited to Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte.

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte's pronouncements against President Marcos should not be considered a threat, dismissing them as 'just talk'.

Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte has taken over the leadership of the PDP-Laban party, while his father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, remains the chairman.

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. desires corruption investigations to continue beyond his term and also told Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte not to blame Marcos Jr. for alleged past corruption.

A 36-year-old man was arrested in Davao City, Philippines, for allegedly offering to sexually exploit three male individuals online for pay. The arrest was made by the Philippine National Police Women and Children Protection Center.

DAVAO CITY – The Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) on Tuesday announced the adoption of its three-month old Philippine Eagle, Chick #32. PEF named it “Bayani,” the Filipino word for hero.

The Commission on Audit says E. Gardiola Construction and Department of Public Works and Highways engineers in Davao City are liable for a road project that was found to be 'grossly overpriced'