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LA apartment renters might see rent hike up to 6% as new ordinance takes effect on Feb. 1

Owners of apartments subject to rent control in the city of Los Angeles will be able to raise rents by up to 6% starting...

Korean-American YouTuber accused of fraud in South Korea over massive unpaid shoe orders

A Korean YouTuber and digital content creator in his 30s, known for his ties to Los Angeles and his book on digital entrepreneurship, is...

Amid national crackdown, LA’s immigrant workforce remains steady—for now

Despite widespread reports of heightened immigration enforcement across the United States, Los Angeles remains largely unaffected. Concerns persist, but for now, the city’s immigrant...

LA’s K-pop X EDM scene expands across the U.S.

A wave of K-pop X EDM is sweeping across Southern California, with 'Electrik Seoul' at the forefront of the movement. Since last year, the event...

Yale University rides the Korean Wave, expands Korean language and culture studies

Yale University, a prestigious Ivy League school, is drawing attention for expanding its Korean language and culture studies. Recently, Yale News, the Yale University newspaper,...

Korean Americans rally to reopen Yu Kil-Chun Korean Art Gallery in Massachusetts

Korean Americans are raising funds to support the reopening of the Yu Kil-Chun Korean Art Gallery at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts. Established...

Division in Korean-American community deepens over President Yoon’s impeachment

The impeachment trial of President Yoon Suk Yeol has repercussions even within the Korean-American community in Southern California. As the Korean Constitutional Court begins...

LA County DA Nathan Hochman pledges greater outreach to protect minority communities

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced plans to enhance communication and protection efforts for minority communities and businesses. Speaking at a press conference...

12 Korean chefs nominated for James Beard Awards, highlighting K-Food’s global rise

Korean chefs continue to make a significant impact on the prestigious James Beard Awards, often referred to as the "Oscars of the culinary world,"...

Bank of Hope donates $100,000 and launches relief measures for wildfire victims

Bank of Hope announced a donation of $100,000 and additional relief measures on January 23 to assist victims of recent wildfires. The bank has...