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LAPD pioneers online reporting system for ‘hate incidents,’ a first in U.S.

  Residents of Los Angeles can now more easily report hate incidents thanks to a new system implemented by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)....

Seattle Christmas Day shooting victim identified as Korean American in his 30s

  The victim of a shooting in Seattle on Christmas Day has been identified as a Korean American. According to Seattle police, officers received a report...

Asian voters surge by 2 million in U.S., rendering fastest-growing ethnic group

Asian voters are the fastest-growing ethnic group of color in the U.S., increasing by 2 million more voters since the last presidential election, according...

Young Korean Americans renouncing Korean nationality has increased by 22%

The number of Koreans who have renounced their Korean nationality has surged in recent years, according to a new report. The Consulate General of the...

Discover LA’s latest craze: Koreatown’s self-serve ramen shop goes viral

  A new self-serve ramen shop has opened in LA's Koreatown and is creating a buzz on social media. Located near Wilshire Boulevard and Normandie Avenue,...

Korean-American candidates unite to amplify voices in upcoming elections

  With about two months remaining before the March primary elections, the Korean-American candidates have formed the K-Team. Korean-American candidates running for local offices in and...

Korean American groups unite for voter registration drive ahead of elections

    In preparation for the upcoming March elections, Korean-American organizations have collaborated to launch a voter registration campaign. The campaign aims to increase voter turnout...

Grace Yoo rallies for new city council, vowing anti-corruption and inclusivity

Residents of L.A. City Council District 10, home to Koreatown, will see Grace Yoo's name on the ballot for the third time. This time,...

Chris DeRose, animal rights activist, heading to Korea to celebrate ‘dog meat ban’

  South Korea banned the dog meat industry on January 9, a first in decades. It's been 51 years since the consumption of dog meat...

WCKNC elects 5 new members, secures more funding to empower community

  The Wilshire Center Koreatown Neighborhood Council (WCKNC), which began its new term in July 2023, is continuing its efforts to regain its momentum. WCKNC has...