Former DepEd Chief of Staff Atty. Michael Poa testified at the Senate impeachment trial that Vice President Sara Duterte instructed him to tell reporters confidential funds were used for anti-insurgency. Poa described a compartmentalized system where key spending details were withheld from senior agency staff.
The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD-10) is urging Northern Mindanao local government units to tap national funding under the "Green, Green, Green" program. Regional Director Paris Raymond S. Gaballo highlighted opportunities for LGUs to develop public parks, improve walkability, and bolster community climate resilience.
The Cagayan de Oro City Council approved 12 measures during its opening September session, authorizing payments for prior-year city procurement, granting 20% equity assistance for socialized housing, and securing agreements for farm equipment and senior health outreach. The actions provide a framework for local service delivery and monitoring.
Cagayan de Oro karatekas secured 23 medals at the 3rd JKA Philippines International Gasshuku and Tournament held at the University of Southeastern Philippines Gymnasium in Davao City. Featuring six gold medals, the strong performance showcased the local delegation’s depth in both kata and kumite disciplines.
About 2,500 top taekwondo athletes are gathering at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex on Sept. 5-6 for the 2026 PTA Best of the Best Taekwondo Championships. Featuring both Kyorugi and Poomsae disciplines, the tournament serves as a key selection platform for athletes aiming for the national pool.
Three young swimmers from General Santos City captured 11 medals at the 3rd Asian Open Schools Invitational Short Course Swimming Championships in Bangkok, Thailand. Led by six-year-old Elyannah Marinelli’s six gold medals, the group’s performance highlights the growing potential of Mindanao’s grassroots sports programs on the international stage.
Around 3,200 students and personnel at Medina National Comprehensive High School conducted a campus active-threat drill on Sept. 3. Led by school DRRM coordinators alongside local police and fire personnel, the 30-minute exercise tested emergency lockdown protocols, communication channels, and student accounting procedures to enhance school safety.
Cagayan de Oro chess standout WIM Ruelle Canino is competing for the top spot at the 2026 Philippine National Women’s Invitational Chess Championship in Alicia, Isabela. The round-robin event serves as a final tune-up for Canino and national teammates before the upcoming World Chess Olympiad in Uzbekistan.
The PNP Anti-Cybercrime Unit in Northern Mindanao is working alongside Cagayan de Oro City Hall to identify fake online accounts allegedly spreading false information about Mayor Rolando "Klarex" Uy. Authorities emphasized that while legitimate public criticism is constitutionally protected, defamatory cyber acts remain subject to legal scrutiny.
Student researchers from Acelo C. Badelles Sr. Memorial High School in Iligan City bagged Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards at Science Castle Asia 2026 in Malaysia. Led by Leishlyn M. Lucero's gold-winning water-testing device W.I.S.E.F.L.O.W., the teams showcased inventions targeting local water safety, health, and accessibility needs.
The dismissal of cyberlibel and Data Privacy Act complaints against Cagayan de Oro broadcaster Menzie Montes offers a helpful reference for journalists covering public officials, according to lawyer Tony La Viña. The prosecutor found insufficient basis to hold Montes liable for reporting on government scholarship delays.
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is urging overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to involve their families in major financial and personal choices. Speaking at KABALIKAT 2026 in Cagayan de Oro, DMW Assistant Secretary Jerome Alcantara warned against online love scams and urged caution before sending money to unverified individuals.
Joint Army and police forces intercepted around 200 MILF members at a Lanao del Norte checkpoint after reports indicated some were carrying firearms. Following a calm dialogue on election security rules ahead of the 2026 Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections, the group peacefully returned to Sultan Naga Dimaporo.
Former DepEd Chief of Staff Atty. Michael Poa admitted at the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte that no department funds were given to the AFP for youth leadership summits. The testimony directly addresses how military activities were used to support DepEd's confidential fund liquidations submitted to COA.
Gingoog City Mayor Erick G. Cañosa has issued a health advisory prompting residents to limit outdoor exposure as haze impacts local air quality. Authorities suspect smoke from Indonesian wildfires has drifted into parts of Misamis Oriental, urging the public to wear masks, stay hydrated, and protect vulnerable individuals.
Lanao del Norte is advocating for a National Academy of Sports (NAS) satellite campus at the Mindanao Civic Center, allowing young Mindanawon athletes to access elite sports training and education closer to home. The initiative comes as the province prepares to host the inaugural Mindanao Youth Games in April 2027.
General Santos City launched its 2026 Tuna Festival on Sept. 1, turning the annual celebration into a vehicle for economic recovery following a magnitude 7.8 earthquake in June. Led by Mayor Lorelie Geronimo-Pacquiao, the festival highlights business revival, safety coordination, and the 6th All About Tuna Handline Summit.