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Poway Unified School District dismisses Superintendent Marian Kim Phelps

Marian Kim Phelps, superintendent of San Diego's Poway Unified School District, who was sued by a parent in 2023, has been dismissed. "The Poway Unified...

212 students to receive $2,500 each from Kimbo Foundation Scholarships in 2024

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Korea Daily's founding, the Kimbo Foundation is increasing its scholarships by $100,000, offering $2,500 to each...

Victim of Hannam Chain stabbing says the work condition is putting guards in danger

On April 24 in the early morning, two robbers brutally stabbed a security guard before fleeing from LA Hannam Chain, a popular Korean supermarket...

Experts recommend buying used EVs as some depreciate up to 47% in just a year

While the competition is fierce to cut the price of electric vehicles in the auto market, some models have residual values that are nearly...

Air Premia offers special fares from LA and SF to Korea, celebrating family month

Hybrid airline Air Premia is launching a special offer for travelers wanting to visit their hometowns during May (Family Month). The airline announced on...

Korean immigrant couple to donate $1 million for second-generation students in U.S.

A first-generation Korean-American couple, Kwang-Kook Koh and Kook-Wha Koh, are donating $1 million to help second-generation Korean Americans pay for college. Both alumni of Seoul...

Mark Lee, chairman of the WCKNC, resigns from his position

After successfully rebuilding the Wilshire Center Koreatown Neighborhood Council (WCKNC) with his fellow delegates, Mark Lee has announced his resignation after one year in...

American visits to Korea increase by 34% due to Hallyu and strong dollar

The number of Americans, including Korean Americans, visiting South Korea has seen a significant increase, according to a recent report. Data from the Korea Tourism...

Seniors feel terrified on Metro, facing dangers with no staff in sight

On April 22, a man suddenly stabbed a woman in the neck with a knife on the subway at the Universal/Studio City station on...

Bank of Hope signs definitive merger with Territorial Savings Bank

Bank of Hope is acquiring Hawaii-based Bank Territorial Savings Bank, expanding America's largest Korean-American bank's operations to Hawaii. Bank of Hope's holding company, Hope Bancorp,...