Kyeongjun Kim

Kyeongjun Kim
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Kyeongjun Kim is an award-winning journalist covering a wide range of topics, with a primary focus on the Korean American community in the United States—particularly in the greater Los Angeles area, where he is based. He also reports on national and local politics, foreign policy, culture, and sports. His work has been recognized with Ethnic Media Awards in Art, Culture, Entertainment & Sports and in Business & Economy. Before joining The Korea Daily, Kim worked at the U.S. Embassy in South Korea and in the office of a member of South Korea’s National Assembly. He earned a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan and was named a James B. Angell Scholar.

Korean American Lawmakers Falling Behind on Community-Focused Legislation

The Korean American Grassroots Conference (KAGC) found that Korean American lawmakers showed low legislative activity on bills and resolutions affecting the community and U.S.–Korea...

U.S. Government Shutdown History: 15th Since 1980s

The U.S. federal government entered a shutdown on October 1st, marking the 15th occurrence since the 1980s. Shutdowns take place when Republicans and Democrats...

Immigration Fraud Sweep: ICE, USCIS, FBI Lead Major Joint Op

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has moved beyond arresting unauthorized immigrants to target immigration fraud. The primary focus includes marriage and family-based immigration...

Passport Fair in LA Koreatown Offers On-Site Applications and Renewals

A passport fair offering new U.S. passport issuances and renewals will take place in Los Angeles Koreatown on October 5. The event, hosted by...

Korean Americans Call for Safe and Accessible LA Koreatown Green Spaces

Los Angeles Koreatown, one of the city’s most densely populated neighborhoods, faces a shortage of green spaces where residents can relax and connect. Korean...

Medi-Cal eligibility changes: new tests, fees, and cuts

California’s Medi-Cal program will impose stricter eligibility rules and reduced benefits beginning in 2026, according to the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS)....

Pink’s Hot Dogs Korea Franchise Registered with Trade Commission

Pink’s Hot Dogs, the famous Los Angeles eatery, has formally registered the Pink’s Hot Dogs Korea franchise with the Korea Fair Trade Commission. The...

Son Heung-Min LAFC goal, Buanga hat trick clinch playoffs

Son Heung-Min scored his first home goal for LAFC on September 21 at BMO Stadium, leading a 4–1 victory over Real Salt Lake (RSL)...

Son Heung-min hat trick sets stage for LAFC home rematch

Son Heung-min will make his second home appearance for LAFC at BMO Stadium on September 21, 2025 at 6 p.m., just days after scoring...

Koreatown Homeless Encampment Removed After Months of Resident Complaints

A small homeless encampment in Los Angeles Koreatown was dismantled on September 18 after a property owner filed a trespassing complaint, with most residents...

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