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.

Councilor Jose Molintas Jr. proposes an ordinance banning nuisance contraband in the city jail for inmate security. … Read More >Proposed ordinance bans nuisance contraband in Baguio City Jail

Governance & Policy

City Council proposes amendments to anti-colorum ordinance

GMB News Desk16 September 20247 April 2026

The Baguio City Council is revising the Anti-Colorum Ordinance, basing on recommendations from Police City Director Francisco Bulwayan Jr. … Read More >City Council proposes amendments to anti-colorum ordinance

Public Health

City modifies 2024 medical aid program for indigent patients

GMB News Desk3 September 20247 April 2026

City officials approved modifications to the 2024 medical aid program with BGHMC to adjust for price changes. … Read More >City modifies 2024 medical aid program for indigent patients

Legal Affairs

RTC dismisses case against Vice Mayor Olowan over council reorganization

GMB News Desk26 August 20247 April 2026

The Baguio City Regional Trial Court dismissed the case against Vice Mayor Olowan over city council reorganization. … Read More >RTC dismisses case against Vice Mayor Olowan over council reorganization

Local

Two streets in Barangay Saint Joseph Village to be renamed

GMB News Desk22 August 20247 April 2026

Councilor Leandro Yangot Jr. proposes naming two streets in Barangay Saint Joseph Village to honor General Olivas and Sinagued Cuyan. … Read More >Two streets in Barangay Saint Joseph Village to be renamed

Public Health

Baguio City faces unprecedented dengue surge with 12 fatalities

GMB News Desk22 August 20247 April 2026

Dengue deaths in Baguio City rose to 12, driven by late medical consultation and poor prevention, despite a decline in cases. … Read More >Baguio City faces unprecedented dengue surge with 12 fatalities

Governance & Policy

Baguio ordinance protects People’s Park as public freedom space

GMB News Desk18 August 20247 April 2026

Council enacts ordinance preserving People’s Park for social, cultural, and public events, regulating activities to maintain its integrity. … Read More >Baguio ordinance protects People’s Park as public freedom space

Law Enforcement

Council demands action on BCDA and CJHMC business permits, dues

GMB News Desk18 August 20247 April 2026

Baguio City Council calls for stricter business permit enforcement and collection of unpaid dues from BCDA and CJHMC. … Read More >Council demands action on BCDA and CJHMC business permits, dues

Local

Senior Citizen vehicle exemption from number coding starts Aug. 19

GMB News Desk17 August 20247 April 2026

An experimental exemption for senior citizens’ vehicles from the city’s number coding scheme begins August 19. … Read More >Senior Citizen vehicle exemption from number coding starts Aug. 19

Law Enforcement

Baguio City Government flags 600 illegal structures in six-month sweep

GMB News Desk12 August 20247 April 2026

The City Government flagged 600 illegal structures from January to June, with 331 on titled properties and 269 on unregistered lots. … Read More >Baguio City Government flags 600 illegal structures in six-month sweep