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Thirteen motorists in Davao Region have lost their driving privileges after the Land Transportation Office (LTO) Central Office ordered the revocation of their driver’s licenses for various traffic violations.

By Vee Tejano DAVAO CITY – Davao City has yet to finalize the site and funding for its planned centralized data center, with the proposed 100-square-meter facility expected to cost around P50 million to P60 million.

Authorities seized an estimated ₱780,000 worth of suspected illegal drugs and arrested a 27-year-old alleged drug personality during a buy-bust operation in Malalag, Davao del Sur on September 8, 2026.

Davao City has advanced to the national finals of the 2026 ATOP Pearl Awards, earning recognition for its initiatives in sustainable tourism and tourism promotion.

DAVAO CITY — Looking to sharpen its legislative work, the Malungon Municipal Council of Sarangani brought its officials and staff to the Davao City Council on Tuesday to see firsthand how a larger local legislature conducts its business.

The Davao City Water District (DCWD) is bringing back its Libreng Tubig Promo for the last quarter of 2026, giving eligible residential customers free water consumption for three months.

DAVAO CITY – Inside a small tribal hub in Barangay Binugao, Toril District, sewing and handloom machines hum steadily as the women of the Binugao Bagobo-Tagabawa Women’s Association (BIBATAWA) work side by side.

Residential customers of Davao Light and Power Company can expect a slight decrease in their electricity rate for the latest billing period.

DAVAO CITY — Davao Light and Power Company is closely monitoring the power supply situation in Mindanao following the Red Alert issued by the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) on September 3 amid tight supply conditions.

The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has intensified its security preparations for the upcoming inauguration and grand opening of the Kingdome, Tuesday September 1, 2026.

The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) joined the nation in commemorating the 95th National Heroes Day on Monday, August 31, at Osmeña Park in Davao City.

DAVAO CITY — A total of 103 individuals were arrested by the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) in a series of law enforcement operations conducted from August 23 to 29, 2026.

The 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division of the Philippine Army marked National Heroes Day on August 31 with a 12.7-kilometer foot march, paying tribute to the courage and sacrifices of Filipino heroes.

Tourist arrivals in Davao City continued their upward trend, reaching more than 1 million visitors as of June 2026, according to the City Tourism Operations Office (CTOO).

DAVAO CITY — The Eastern Mindanao Command (EastMinCom) marked its 20th founding anniversary on August 28, highlighting its accomplishments in maintaining peace and security across Eastern Mindanao.

A 26-year-old man was arrested after authorities seized around five kilograms of suspected marijuana during a buy-bust operation in Davao City on Friday afternoon, August 28.