Rappler's latest stories on Isabela
Suspects in slay of soldier, 3 others surrender in Basilan
The suspects – all barangay peacekeepers – surrender to the 4th Special Forces Battalion through the assistance of a village chief
Isabela City in Basilan promises to improve quarantine facilities
Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin of Isabela City, Basilan, visits the coronavirus isolation facility at the Begang National High School after learning about complaints of the city's first two returning OFWs
Isabela reports first coronavirus case
Governor Rodito Albano III confirmed that a patient in the province tested positive. There are 5 confirmed cases in the Cagayan Valley.
#ReliefPH: How to help victims of flash floods in Cagayan, Isabela
Here's how you can help affected communities in Cagayan, Isabela
Grace Padaca found guilty of corruption, ordered to return P18M
The former Isabela governor is sentenced to 12-14 years for a conviction for malversation, and 6-10 years for a conviction for graft. It is appealable.
Tonypet Albano mourns late dad Rudy: ‘How do I say goodbye?’
House Majority Leader Martin Romualdez also honors the late LPGMA Representative Rodolfo Albano Jr, calling him a 'man of integrity'
LPGMA congressman Albano dies at 85
(UPDATED) LPGMA Representative Rodolfo Albano Jr succumbs to heart failure, says his son Isabela Governor Rodito Albano III
Poll protest vs neophyte Negros Occidental town mayor dismissed
Irene Montilla defeated Joselito Malabor in the 2019 mayoral election in Isabela, Negros Occidental, by just 48 votes
LOOK: P459-million Pigalo Bridge opens in Isabela
The Pigalo Bridge crosses the Cagayan River and serves as a 'vital link' between the municipalities of Angadanan and San Guillermo in Isabela
2 defeated mayors in Negros Occidental file petitions for recount
Their winning rivals ask Moises Padilla Mayor Magdaleno Peña and Isabela Mayor Joselito Malabor to accept the election results and move on
Comelec to hold special elections in Isabela precinct
(UPDATED) The Commission on Elections is holding special elections on May 20 in a polling precinct with around 1,000 voters in Jones, Isabela
Losing Negros Occidental town mayor seeks recount of votes
Isabela Mayor Joselito Malabor questions the validity of the election results after losing to a neophyte candidate
Dynasty members, old names capture new districts in 2019
Meanwhile, in two areas where there will be new districts after 2019, political dynasties and prominent politicians grab important local posts
Heherson Alvarez withdraws from Isabela congressional race
The ex-lawmaker cites the prevalence of vote-buying as the reason for his withdrawal
New districts, old names: Battles for House seats created under Duterte
Some of those vying for the 5 new congressional seats are former lawmakers, longtime politicians, or scions of political dynasties
MAP: Where P2.8-B cocaine ended up in PH over past decade
In the past 10 years, at least 481 cocaine bricks have ended up in Philippine shores. We map where they were found.
MISLEADING: Media did not report on construction of Isabela's landmark bridge
A Google search reveals that 'BusinessWorld' reported about the progress of Isabela's landmark bridge project in 2018
LOOK: Isabela City police hold drill on countering election violence
Isabela City police in Basilan hold simulation exercises on managing election-related incidents such as ballot-snatching, burning of polling precincts, and attacks on candidates
At Isabela rally, Bong Go introduces Duterte as ‘one of my campaign managers’
Governor Bojie Dy, who endorsed Duterte's opponent in 2016, vows to deliver Isabela's vote for senatorial candidates endorsed by the President
Sara Duterte, HNP bets appear at opposing parties' rallies in Isabela
The President's daughter says she attended the activities of two political rivals to 'make friends with a lot of people' for her party's senatorial bets
NDF consultant Randy Malayao laid to rest
People wear white during the funeral not just to call for justice but also to hail Malayao's revolutionary life
A tale of two cities: Why Catholics took opposing sides in Bangsamoro plebiscite
Catholic priests in Isabela City in Basilan used the pulpit to urge their flock to reject the new Bangsamoro region. It’s the opposite in Cotabato City, where the church played a critical role in the 'yes' victory.
Lawyers' group to protest plebiscite results in Isabela City
The group cites anomalies in about 80 plebiscite returns, although the votes will only be official once canvassed by the National Board of Canvassers in Manila
Cities of Isabela, Cotabato: What you need to know about Bangsamoro's coveted areas
(UPDATED) Isabela City's decision to reject joining the BARMM prevails over the result in Basilan as inclusion will need the yes vote to win in both the city and the province
Isabela City votes against joining new Bangsamoro region
Before the complete but unofficial tally in the city, 80 plebiscite returns had been contested due to alleged anomalies
Isabela City residents join assembly opposing Bangsamoro Organic Law
Isabela City officials and Church leaders strongly oppose their inclusion in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, ahead of the plebiscite on January 21
Vote vs BOL 'gains momentum' among youth in Cotabato City, Isabela City
The two cities are among places to watch as ruling politicians have been vocal against their inclusion in the proposed new region
January 21 non-working day in ARMM, Cotabato City, Isabela City
Malacañang declares January 21 a special non-working day in the areas to give the people 'the opportunity to actively and fully participate in the plebiscite and exercise their right to vote'
Isabela's Dy brothers reconcile, leaving Padaca without gubernatorial bet
Former governor Grace Padaca, who was initially convinced to run as Napoleon Dy's vice gubernatorial bet, is not backing out
Cauayan Airport to reopen on November 2
Repairs and construction work will continue, however, as the airport sustained heavy damage due to Typhoon Rosita (Yutu)
Magat Dam breaches spilling level
With the continuous release of water from the Magat Dam as of Wednesday, October 31, authorities advise evacuees not to return home just yet
Swollen rivers threaten Isabela, Cagayan with flash floods
Magat Dam continues to release water from its reservoir, triggering floods
Clearing operations ongoing in typhoon-hit Isabela
Clearing roads of debris is a priority so relief operations will not be delayed, says the provincial government
IN PHOTOS: Typhoon Rosita's onslaught in Isabela
Fierce winds and intense rain from Rosita (Yutu) cause severe damage in the province
Isabela bears brunt of Typhoon Rosita
More than 12,000 residents flee their homes in Isabela, where Rosita (Yutu) made landfall
Isabela, Cagayan residents evacuate ahead of Typhoon Rosita arrival
Local authorities are closely monitoring barangays which usually experience floods, landslides, and storm surges
Dy brothers of Isabela in opposing teams for provincial leadership
The rift between brothers Bojie and Napoleon Dy has spilled over to the Isabela political arena
Duterte signs law creating 2 new Isabela districts
President Rodrigo Duterte also signs a proclamation creating a special economic zone near the Mactan International Airport in Cebu
Electricity restored in 4 provinces hit by Typhoon Ompong
Only one power plant in Apayao is down, says Napocor
DOLE to offer emergency work in Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya
Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III says the displaced residents will be tasked with helping clean debris from houses and roads affected by Typhoon Ompong
Power outages in Isabela, Cagayan towns before Typhoon Ompong landfall
(UPDATED) In addition to two municipalities in Isabela having their power turned off, CAGELCO I and II begin turning off power in specific municipalities for safety purposes
Thousands flee in Isabela, Cagayan ahead of Typhoon Ompong landfall
Most of the evacuees are from coastal towns in the two provinces which could be at risk of storm surges
Senate OKs new districts for General Santos City, Southern Leyte, Isabela
The bills for these legislative districts, once signed into law, would provide for the election of a congressional representative for each new district
Albayalde visits Isabela town police chief killed in drug operation
Police Director General Oscar Albayalde posthumously awarded the 'Medalya ng Kadakilaan' to Senior Inspector Michael Tubaña
1 dead, 12 hurt in encounters with NPA in Cordillera
Members of New People's Army launch June offensive in Northern Luzon
Isabela City civil registrar shot dead
Jordan Guerrero Juaini has been a political planner and local government appointee of the Akbar clan
DFA to open new passport offices in Ilocos Norte, Isabela
The new DFA passport offices in northern Luzon, both in Robinsons malls, will operate from Monday to Saturday
Barangay chairman bet in Basilan, 3 others killed in own home
It's a suspected case of election violence. The military says it has not linked the attack so far to the Abu Sayyaf Group.
Retired cop, ex-soldier shot dead in Negros Occidental town
Police say 4 men arrived at a wake in Isabela town and shot 3 guests, all men, at close range
Ex-Isabela mayor's alleged hitman nabbed
Philippine National Police - Cagayan Valley Chief Superintendent Jose Mario Espino says Ronnie Dela Cruz is allegedly a 'gun for hire' and member of the private armed group of former Gamu Mayor Fernando Cumigad
