Tara, Lagaw ta!
Maria Erin Tajanlangit wins Hiyas sang Katagman 2026 after a powerful advocacy-driven Q&A response addressing social injustices, economic challenges, and worker concerns, during a timely moment in Oton, Iloilo’s annual cultural pageant.
Tribu Salognon claimed the championship title at the Dinagyang Festival 2026 Tribes Competition, with Tribu Paghidaet, Tribu Pan-ay, and Tribu Taga Baryo completing the winners’ circle.
On Sept. 1, 2025, the Bureau of Immigration at Iloilo International Airport intercepted a couple allegedly recruited into a Thailand-based job scam. IACAT is investigating.
Vice Gov. Lee Ann Debuque partners with Big Bad Wolf to boost book donations and literacy programs as the Robinsons Pavia book sale runs through Sept 8 , 2025
Recent fatal crashes on Iloilo’s highways – from Pavia to Oton – have alarmed motorists. In July 2025 multiple riders and drivers were killed in collisions caused by speeding and risky maneuvers. Local police data show dozens of traffic deaths so far this year. Authorities are now urging stricter enforcement (helmets, speed limits, crosswalks) and better road upkeep to prevent more loss of life on Iloilo’s roads.