The Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ) has released a stunning report indicating that 11 current and former congressional representatives from Cebu collectively received an estimated P83 billion in infrastructure funds from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) between 2023 and 2025. These massive allocations, critics argue, represent a modern iteration of the … Read more
The community of Sitio Malabong, in Ilog, Negros Occidental, faced a terrifying situation this Thursday afternoon, November 13, when a critical section of the ongoing flood control project failed dangerously. The structure—part of a massive, years-long undertaking—broke, exposing nearby homes to the immediate threat of devastating floods and structural collapse. Residents living precariously close to … Read more
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced on Monday, November 10, 2025, that at least 30 national road sections across Luzon and Mindanao remain impassable due to landslides, flooding, and mudflows brought by Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung Wong). According to the DPWH, 24/7 clearing and repair operations are ongoing to restore mobility … Read more
Piggatan Bridge in Alcala, Cagayan, collapsed on Monday afternoon, October 6, 2025, rendering it impassable to all types of vehicles. The incident has raised concerns among residents and motorists, as the structure served as one of the vital routes in the province. According to an official advisory posted by the Cagayan Provincial Information Office, initial … Read more
Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co has strongly denied fresh allegations linking him to alleged kickbacks and budget insertions in infrastructure projects, saying the claims raised during a Senate blue ribbon committee hearing are “false and baseless.” In a statement released Tuesday, Co dismissed the accusations made against him, adding that he reserves his … Read more
Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) assistant engineer Brice Ericson Hernandez turned over one of his luxury vehicles to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Friday, September 18, as part of the ongoing investigation into alleged corruption in flood control projects. ICI Chairman, retired Supreme Court Justice Andres Reyes Jr., confirmed that … Read more
Senator Jinggoy Estrada may face a complaint before the National Privacy Commission (NPC) for posting a yearbook photo of Bicol Saro Representative Terry Ridon that contained an address linked to the lawmaker’s relative, Privacy Commissioner John Henry Naga confirmed on Thursday. The controversy stemmed from a social media post Estrada made on Wednesday night, September … Read more
A bridge in Purok 5, Barangay Ilawod, Camalig, Albay, collapsed on Thursday afternoon, August 28, 2025, after an overloaded truck carrying rocks attempted to cross. The incident has sparked renewed discussions on the safety and quality of government infrastructure projects in the region. According to residents, the bridge had long shown signs of deterioration, with … Read more
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region 02 has issued an official statement regarding the collapse of the Sta. Maria-Cabagan Bridge on the evening of February 27, 2025. According to the DPWH, the bridge collapsed when a dump truck carrying boulders weighing 102 tons attempted to cross. The 990-meter-long bridge was recently completed … Read more
The Department of Transportation (DOTr), together with the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), officially announced on Thursday that they will be opening new ferry routes between Metro Manila and Cavite. The operationalization of these routes, according to MARINA, will begin in phases. These phases are the following: Phase 1 – Metro Star Ferry Terminal (Cavite City … Read more