A magnitude of 5.2 earthquake struck Negros Occidental and surrounding areas at 8:33 AM today, May 17, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported. The earthquake's epicenter was located at 09.89°N, 122.01°E, approximately

The Bacolod City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) has confirmed reports of ashfall reaching various barangays in the city following the recent volcanic activity of Kanlaon Volcano. According to the DRRMO, ash particles,

One of the 3 suspects in the recent shooting incident in Mambulac, Silay City, that killed 2 supporters of re-electionist Mayor Joedith Gallego has surrendered to the Negros Occidental Provincial Police Office (PNP). According to

An early morning election-related shooting incident in Sitio Ipil-Ipil, Barangay Mambulac, Silay City, has resulted in 2 fatality and 7 injuries. According to reports from Bombo News Team, the victims were volunteers affiliated with Team