Hanna Kang
My background: I grew up in Mid-City before my family moved to the suburbs of San Bernardino County. I later returned to LA for college and grad school at USC (Fight on!) and eventually spent three years in nearby Orange County, where I covered everything from the 2024 election and immigration to local government.
What I do: I report on the vibrant, immigrant-centered communities of Koreatown, Pico Union and Westlake, focusing on the people who live and work in these neighborhoods.
Why LA?: LA is where my immigrant family was introduced to life in the US, a city that just happens to be one of the best places to eat.
The best way to contact me: My email is hanna@thelalocal.org. You can also find me on Signal @hannak.77.
