Alvin Murcia

1 month ago | tribune.net.ph | Alvin Murcia |Maria Bernadette Romero

It’s back. Yes, expect not only the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, but also the local government units in the capital region, to rejoice over the lifting by the Supreme Court of its temporary restraining order on the No-Contact Apprehension Scheme, under which motorists are slapped road regulation violation tickets and fines with the use of CCTV footage as evidence.

1 month ago | tribune.net.ph | Raffy Ayeng |Jing Villamente |Alvin Murcia |Pat C. Santos

While the senatorial race grabbed national headlines, the battle for Metro Manila’s city halls unfolded with just as much drama — complete with stunning comebacks, bitter family feuds and political dynasties solidifying their grip. Isko Moreno’s triumphant return in ManilaIn what may be the biggest political comeback of 2025, former Manila Mayor Isko Moreno-Domagoso reclaimed the city’s top post, dealing a decisive blow to incumbent Mayor Honey Lacuna.

2 months ago | tribune.net.ph | Neil Alcober |Jing Villamente |Alvin Murcia

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) will deploy over 10,000 police officers across Metro Manila to ensure public safety during the upcoming Lenten season. The deployment will cover a wide range of locations, including churches, transport terminals, malls, parks, and major roads.

2 months ago | tribune.net.ph | Jing Villamente |Alvin Murcia

THE van boarded by Chinese businessman Anson Que (inset) and driver Armanie Pabillo, was found abandoned in Barangay Bahay Toro, Quezon City.

2 months ago | tribune.net.ph | Raffy Ayeng |Alvin Murcia

Giant sniffs aroundCurrent tantalizing talk involves a Chinese manufacturing giant, potentially in electronics or the automotive field, quietly negotiating to shift its operations to the country driven by the Trump tariff shifts. Speculation is that the mainland titan seeks to put up a base in the country as a shield against US-imposed steep tariffs on Chinese goods, including a 25-percent duty on imported vehicles.