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Oro Council seeks Cogon police chief’s relief

The City Council approved a resolution urging the relief of Cogon police station commander Major Mario Mantalla Jr. following a fatal market accident and subsequent mob violence.

NUJP questions privacy raps vs Oro radio news director

NUJP questions the privacy complaint against RMN-CDO news director Menzie Montes, asserting that publishing work-related chats about public scholarship funds is a matter of journalistic accountability.

10 RTA workers face dismissal after drug test

Ten Cagayan de Oro RTA workers face dismissal or rehab after testing positive for illegal drugs. PDEA and City Hall confirm nine used shabu and one used marijuana.

Probe sought over Zambo raid that killed 12-year-old

Rights group MCPA seeks an independent investigation into a Zamboanga raid that killed three civilians, including a child, alleging "disproportionate" force and potential human rights violations.

MILF eyes peace talks reset under Sarmiento

MILF's Mohagher Iqbal welcomes Mel Senen Sarmiento as peace adviser, hoping his governance background will resolve decommissioning delays and strengthen BARMM's transition toward lasting stability.

Claim health aid by April 29, City Hall urges

Former CDO health workers can claim their HEA benefits on April 29 at J.R. Borja General Hospital. The final cutoff for Finance Office claims is May 5.

Minor selling eco-bags in Cogon Market ran over by PUJ: Mob justice

After a tragic accident at Cogon Market, police investigate a vigilante mob for assaulting a driver and flipping his jeepney. Charges of reckless imprudence are pending.

Romualdo wins DOJ appeal to revive perjury case vs. trader

The DOJ has reinstated perjury charges against businessman Paul Rodriguez, granting Governor Romualdo’s appeal. Ruling states Rodriguez ignored the truth regarding Camiguin’s Smart Tourism Ordinance.

El Niño alert up; Oro told to save water now

PAGASA warns of a 79% chance of El Niño developing by June 2026. Cagayan de Oro residents are urged to conserve water and prepare for heatwaves.

Troops spread across Barmm hotspots ahead of Sept. polls

Security forces fan out across BARMM flashpoints to safeguard the Sept. 14 parliamentary elections, a critical milestone in Mindanao’s transition to full regional autonomy.

DILG flags stalled P250m project; Oro risks fund return

COA flags weak Misor collections; budget trimmed

Citing a ₱2 billion revenue shortfall flagged by COA, the Misamis Oriental provincial board trimmed the 2026 budget to ₱3.3 billion to ensure financial reliability.