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Friday, April 18, 2025

Katchup Briefing

LAPD cleared itself in the killing of Yong Yang. That’s the problem.

The LAPD cleared itself in the fatal shooting of Yong Yang, a mentally ill Korean-American man, based on an internal review lacking independent oversight. The case has sparked criticism from the victim’s family and community leaders, raising broader concerns about police accountability and the failure to prioritize non-lethal responses.

Free speech is silenced when protest becomes a crime

Columbia University student Yunseo Chung faces deportation after participating in a protest against Israel’s actions in Gaza, prompting a lawsuit that argues her removal violates constitutional free speech rights. Her case has drawn widespread criticism and highlights growing concerns over the use of immigration law to suppress political dissent.

Three missing Korean tourists may be victims in fatal Arizona pileup

Human remains believed to belong to three missing Korean tourists have been recovered from the site of a massive multi-vehicle collision in Arizona. Authorities are currently working to confirm their identities.

Korean-American Lyft driver killed by carjackers while earning tuition for flight school

Phillip Kim, a 27-year-old Korean American and aspiring pilot, was tragically shot and killed during a carjacking while driving for Lyft in Houston to earn money for flight school, leaving his community grieving and authorities continuing the search for the remaining suspects.

Korean-American siblings arrested for killing businessman in carjacking attempt

Korean-American siblings John Moon and Cindy Kim were arrested for fatally shooting businessman Cuauhtémoc García during an attempted car robbery at a park in Cerritos on February 25. Their capture was aided by a tip from a viral TikTok video, and if convicted, they face potential life sentences for murder and attempted robbery.

Urgent mission to preserve the legacy of Korean independence patriots

Many Korean independence activists buried in the U.S. remain unidentified and neglected due to lack of funding, institutional support, and connection to their descendants, highlighting the urgent need for both the South Korean government and the Korean-American community to take action in preserving their legacy.

Bridging generations: The challenge and importance of Korean language preservation

When meeting second- and third-generation Korean Americans working in major government institutions and political circles, one common self-verification process they often emphasize is their...

Faulty railroad crossing signals put California drivers at risk: A call for urgent safety reforms

Malfunctioning railroad crossing signals are increasingly putting California drivers at risk, a stark reality brought into focus by a near-catastrophic incident in Buena Park. In...

H Mart opens in Chino, bridging Asian flavors with mainstream shoppers

The grand opening of H Mart’s newest location in Chino on February 13 underscores the growing influence of Asian supermarkets in mainstream American grocery...

A monument representing LA’s Koreatown to be built after 17 years

After 17 years, a monument representing Los Angeles' Koreatown is finally being constructed. The "Koreatown Gateway" is set to break ground soon. Following last...