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82-years-old graphic designer draws Koreatown’s history with business logos he made

“Why don't we make a book about the history of Korean-American business instead of leaving it behind?” Graphic designer Sangmo Lee, 82, published Logo LA...

Korean-American Jason Yang claims second consecutive Long Beach Marathon title

A young Korean-American man won his second straight Long Beach Marathon title on Saturday at the 40th annual event. A 33-year-old Korean American from Los...

Edgemine’s founder passes torch to next generation after 30 years of leadership

Korean-American apparel company Edgemine is celebrating its 30th anniversary. CEO of Edgemine Kevin Kang, who has led the company for the past 30 years, officially...

Judge Michelle Kim nominated to serve as an Associate Justice of 2nd District Court of Appeal

Judge Michelle C. Kim of Los Angeles County has been nominated to an Associate Justice of the Second District Court of Appeal, Division One. On...

Park Hyung-man honored with doctorate for lifelong philanthropy in Gongju and LA

On September 12, Park Hyung-man (87), chairman of the Manhee Koju Foundation, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Business Administration from Gongju National University....

Three Korean American chefs join Netflix’s new culinary showdown

Three Korean American chefs have joined the ranks of 100 competitors in a cooking reality show, setting the stage for a culinary showdown. The show...

80-year-old man conquers Mount Baldy barefoot, defying age and challenges

An 80-year-old Korean-American man climbed Mount Baldy, the tallest mountain in Los Angeles County, barefoot. Mount Baldy, standing at 10,064 feet, is known for its...

Jee Lee of Shalom Center to be honored by NHSLA with Unsung Hero award

Jee Lee, President of Shalom Center will receive the Unsung Hero award for his efforts and achievements in addressing low-income housing. On September 4, Neighborhood...

First Korean-American astronaut Jonny Kim to launch to space in March 2025

Jonny Kim, a Korean-American astronaut with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), will launch to the International Space Station (ISS) next year. Kim...

Hudson Jeans founder partners with Bruce Lee Family to spread Lee’s philosophy through fashion

Peter Kim, a 53-year-old entrepreneur from Los Angeles, is on a mission to spread the philosophy and teachings of Bruce Lee through fashion. As the...