Hankil Kang

Hankil Kang
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Hankil Kang, a journalist at the Department of Social Affairs, provides in-depth coverage on Korean American social issues. Kang earned a BA in Public Relations and an MA in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Georgia.

electric bill refund — Korean-American Recovers $14K After 14 Years of Billing Error

A Korean-American in Houston received an electric bill refund of over $14,000 after discovering a wrong meter number caused him to pay a neighbor's bills for 14 years.

LAUSD Math Scores — 3 Out of 5 Students Fail State Standards

Over 60% of LAUSD students failed state math standards in recent CAASPP results, highlighting severe academic declines across grade levels.

Paul Han essay collection — Living in a Strange Land Stories

Discover the new essay collection by Paul Han, exploring over 40 years of immigrant life, loneliness, and family responsibility.

LA Koreatown rental housing — Aging Apartments Spark Tenant Displacement Fears

Over 60% of LA Koreatown rental housing consists of aging apartments, raising housing stability concerns for tenants. Discover the latest report findings.

LA Speed Cameras — New Enforcement Starts Across 20 Intersections

New speed cameras go live at 20 LA locations, including Koreatown, with a 60-day warning period before fines up to $500 take effect.

Proposition 3 California — High-Income Tax Extension on Ballot

California voters will decide on Proposition 3 in November to permanently extend high-income tax rates funding K-12 public schools.

Korean American independence history — 10 Descendants to Visit South Korea in March

Descendants of Korean American independence activists are invited to join a 7-day historical homeland tour in South Korea next March.

voter guide — What to Do When Voting Problems Happen

Learn what to do if you didn't receive your ballot, made a mistake, or need a provisional ballot in this essential voter guide.

La Crescenta Korean markets — 3 Asian Grocers Form a Mini Koreatown

Discover how three Korean markets along a 2-mile stretch of Foothill Boulevard in La Crescenta have transformed the area into a mini Koreatown.

Andrew Luster — Serial Rapist Released After 20 Years Sparks Outrage

Serial rapist Andrew Luster was released after serving 20 years of a 124-year sentence, sparking fierce outrage among local residents and officials.

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