Author: GMB News Desk

The author, a sincere freelance journalist, has a humble yet significant record of contributions to respected publications. Her compelling writing has graced the pages of prominent media outlets such as the Philippine News Agency, the Northern Philippine Times, Amianan Balita Ngayon, Herald Express, and the Baguio Chronicle. Beyond her journalistic pursuits, she channels her passion for gastronomy, serving as both an ardent enthusiast and discerning critic in the culinary world.

Mayor Benjamin Magalong clarified that the congestion fee discussed on June 5, 2024, as part of the Smart Urban Mobility project is not final. It is merely a proposal from a private company, presented for public scrutiny and transparency. … Read More >Magalong clarifies congestion fee still in proposal stage

Local Government

PSA seeks more enumerators for 2024 census in Baguio, Benguet

GMB News Desk17 June 20247 April 2026

The Philippine Statistics Authority is in need of over four hundred more enumerators to simultaneously conduct the 2024 population census in Baguio City and Benguet. … Read More >PSA seeks more enumerators for 2024 census in Baguio, Benguet

Indigenous Peoples Affairs

Baguio councilor declares Section 78 of IPRA a historical injustice

GMB News Desk9 June 20247 April 2026

Councilor Arthur Allad-iw denounces Section 78 of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA), labeling it a historical injustice that perpetuates the loss of ancestral lands for the city’s indigenous communities. … Read More >Baguio councilor declares Section 78 of IPRA a historical injustice

Law Enforcement

BCDA’s debt to Baguio reaches ₱225 Million

GMB News Desk2 June 20247 April 2026

BAGUIO CITY – The unpaid financial obligation of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to the City Government of Baguio has reportedly ballooned to … Continue ReadingBCDA’s debt to Baguio reaches ₱225 Million

Legislation

Baguio City’s battle: human rights defenders vs. military opposition

GMB News Desk14 May 20247 April 2026

The proposed human rights defenders ordinance has sparked differing viewpoints.
… Read More >Baguio City’s battle: human rights defenders vs. military opposition

Local Government

AWAC to lead AIDS candlelight memorial Friday at Burnham Lake

GMB News Desk5 May 20247 April 2026

The AIDS Watch Council will lead Baguio City’s annual AIDS Candlelight Memorial on May 10 to honor all those impacted by the AIDS pandemic. … Read More >AWAC to lead AIDS candlelight memorial Friday at Burnham Lake

Law Enforcement

Mayor rallies community against rampant betel nut spitting

GMB News Desk5 May 20247 April 2026

Mayor Benjie Magalong enlisted moma vendors’ support to raise awareness about Ordinance 35, 2020, governing betel nut spitting in public. … Read More >Mayor rallies community against rampant betel nut spitting

Law Enforcement

Mayor Magalong urges vigilance against squatting to protect vital reserves

GMB News Desk3 May 20247 April 2026

Baguio Mayor Benjie Magalong urged residents to report any instances of illegal structures and squatting activities to protect vital reserves. … Read More >Mayor Magalong urges vigilance against squatting to protect vital reserves

Governance & Policy

Council delays funding for two city projects

GMB News Desk3 May 20247 April 2026

The Baguio City Council has postponed the approval of funding for two projects included in the first supplemental budget for Fiscal Year 2024. … Read More >Council delays funding for two city projects

Governance & Policy

Mayor ditches parking building plan amid public backlash

GMB News Desk30 April 20247 April 2026

In response to public opposition, the city cancels parking building plans near PFVR gym and Manuel L. Quezon Elementary School. … Read More >Mayor ditches parking building plan amid public backlash