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· Carl Samson
Andy Kim pepper-sprayed by ICE at Newark detention protest
U.S. Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) was pepper-sprayed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents Monday as he tried to defuse a confrontation between federal officers and demonstrators outside a Newark immigrant detention center. Clash outside Delaney Hall Kim, 43, was among…
· Carl Samson
Son charged with murder in deaths of former JACL president, wife
The son of prominent Asian American leaders killed at their Hillsborough, New Jersey, residence last September has been hit with murder charges. Latest developments: Patrick Lin, 37, was charged on Jan. 16 with two counts of first-degree murder, one count of first-degree…
· Carl Samson
New Jersey township’s first Indian American mayor ends 42-year GOP streak
A Marine Corps veteran and cybersecurity professional took the oath of office last Saturday to become the first Indian American mayor of Parsippany, New Jersey. Road to victory: Pulkit Desai, 60, defeated Republican incumbent James Barberio in November by just 80 votes. The…
· Carl Samson
Could GOP’s outreach efforts to Asian Americans help flip New Jersey governorship?
The battle for New Jersey’s governorship may hinge on Asian American voters, with Democratic officials acknowledging the party’s uphill climb to win back a demographic in which Republicans have made significant inroads. Driving the news: The warning comes from Democratic…
· Ryan General
Andy Kim becomes 1st Korean American senator after New Jersey win
Democrat Andy Kim has made history as the first Korean American senator in U.S. history, following a decisive victory over Republican Curtis Bashaw in New Jersey. Kim, who won by a strong margin on Tuesday, takes over the Senate seat formerly held by Robert Menendez, who…
· Michelle De Pacina
Andy Kim slams Trump delegate’s ‘disgusting’ attack questioning his US allegiance
Trump delegate and radio host Mike Crispi questioned Congressman Andy Kim’s (D-N.J.) allegiance to the U.S. by claiming that the tie he wore during Tuesday night’s New Jersey Senate debate resembled a North Korean flag. “Why is US Senate candidate Andy Kim wearing a North Korea…
· Michelle De Pacina
DC man sentenced for role in robbery ring targeting South Asian jewelry stores
Timothy Conrad, a 34-year-old man from Washington D.C., was sentenced to 14 years in prison on Tuesday for his involvement in a violent robbery ring targeting South Asian-owned jewelry stores along the East Coast. The robbery ring: Conrad, one of 16 defendants charged,…
· Michelle De Pacina
Bodycam footage shows moments leading to fatal shooting of Victoria Lee by NJ police
Body camera footage released by the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office shows the moments leading up to the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Victoria Lee by police in Fort Lee on July 28. Lee, who had bipolar disorder, was having a crisis when her brother called 911 for medical…
· Michelle De Pacina
Olivia Rodrigo debuts at Madison Square Garden
Olivia Rodrigo made her solo performance debut at Madison Square Garden (MSG) in New York City for her Guts World Tour on Friday. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Wisconsin governor signs bill requiring Hmong, Asian American history in schools
Wisconsin students and teacher celebrated as Gov. Tony Evers signs Senate Bill 240 into law, mandating the teaching of Hmong and Asian American history in schools. Key points:
· Carl Samson
New York set to become first US city to charge congestion toll
New York has moved closer to becoming the first U.S. city to implement traffic congestion tolls. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Andy Kim’s path to US Senate clearer after NJ first lady Tammy Murphy suspends campaign
Rep. Andy Kim’s (D, NJ-3) path to the U.S. senate is clearer after New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy, his greatest opponent in the June 4 Democratic primary, suspended her campaign on Sunday. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Wisconsin passes bill requiring Hmong, Asian American history in schools
Wisconsin has passed a bill mandating the teaching of Hmong and Asian American history in schools. Key points:
· Carl Samson
1 of 3 arrested for burglarizing New York home because the owner is Asian
A New Jersey man has been arrested for breaking into a residence in Central New York because it belonged to an Asian American business owner, according to police. What happened: Cristian Pena Ramos, 24, of Newark, allegedly burglarized the victim’s home in Manlius on Tuesday,…
· Michelle De Pacina
Wisconsin advances bill including Hmong, Asian American history in schools
Wisconsin may become the next state to mandate the teaching of Asian American history as a bill requiring such has moved closer to approval. Senate’s vote: On Tuesday, the state’s Senate committee voted 6-1 to advance the legislation, SB 240, which proposes adding teachings on…
· Ryan General
Andy Kim secures 3rd convention win in NJ Senate primary
U.S. Rep. Andy Kim (D, NJ-3) has secured his third consecutive county convention win in the Democratic New Jersey Senate primary over the state’s First Lady Tammy Murphy. Kim’s convention wins: On Sunday, Kim won the Hunterdon contest, capturing 120 votes (62% of the total…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘The Bachelor’ sparks controversy for tagging wrong Asian American contestant
ABC Network’s reality show “The Bachelor” sparked controversy when its official Instagram account mistakenly tagged the wrong Asian American contestant. The mistake: In an Instagram post, the social media managers of “The Bachelor” identified Season 28 contestant Jennifer “Jenn”…
· Bryan Ke
New NJ law requires state documents be translated into 7 languages
A new bill in New Jersey requires state agencies and departments to translate documents into the seven most-spoken, non-English languages in two years. About the law: Signed by Gov. Phil Murphy (D-NJ) on Jan. 12, the bill, S2459, requires state government entities to “undertake…
· Bryan Ke
Edison NJ’s first Asian American cop dies after ALS battle
A trailblazing Asian American police officer in Edison, New Jersey, is being remembered for his valuable contributions and impact to the community. What happened: Sergeant Joseph Vincent Luistro, the first Asian American police officer of Edison Township, died in his home…
· Michelle De Pacina
Asian Americans are fastest-growing group of eligible voters in US: poll
Asian Americans have become the fastest-growing group of eligible voters in the United States, with a 15% increase, or about 2 million, in the past four years, according to a recent survey by the Pew Research Center. Growth rates: Pew reports that the increase outpaces the…