Soyoung Kim

Seoul

Editor for North, Southeast Asia & Australasia for @Reuters. Previously US 2020 Elections editor; Korea bureau chief, US M&A and Regulations editors

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MPD lawsuit stemming from George Floyd protests to be reconsidered

1 month ago | fox9.com | Soyoung Kim

A lawsuit over whether a Minneapolis police officer who partially blinded a teenager during the 2020 protests over George Floyd's death could be sued for it has been ordered by the Supreme Court to be reconsidered. Was use of force excessive?
George Floyd’s 5-year remembrance culminates in candlelight vigil

1 month ago | fox9.com | Soyoung Kim

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - It has been five years since George Floyd was murdered by a former Minneapolis police officer. On the anniversary of his death, the remembrance of his legacy and calls for police reform echoed throughout the streets of the city as people gathered to pay their respects. Lighting the way forward Five years ago, the viral video of Floyd begging for mercy for more than nine minutes struck a chord with millions and helped inspire a call for police reform and justice.
George Floyd’s 5-year remembrance culminates in candlelight vigil

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Soyoung Kim

The BriefRise and Remember Festival honored George Floyd’s legacy over the weekend. It has been five years since Floyd was killed by a former Minneapolis police officer. The remembrance ended with a candlelight vigil starting at George Floyd Square. MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - It has been five years since George Floyd was murdered by a former Minneapolis police officer.
Minnesota Legislature budget progress slow, but work getting done

1 month ago | fox9.com | Soyoung Kim

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - It has been days after the end of Minnesota’s regular legislative session, but the state’s next two-year budget remains incomplete. The Minnesota Legislature missed its May 19 deadline to pass the next two-year budget. The Minnesota Legislature is closely divided – tied in the House and Democrats have a one-seat majority in the Senate.
Minnesota Legislature budget progress slow, but work getting done

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Soyoung Kim

The BriefAfter day three following the end of the legislative session, many bills remain incomplete. The Minnesota Legislature missed their May 19 deadline. Working groups pressed ahead in preparation for a special session. ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - It has been days after the end of Minnesota’s regular legislative session, but the state’s next two-year budget remains incomplete. The backstoryThe Minnesota Legislature missed its May 19 deadline to pass the next two-year budget.
Former Plymouth Police Chief Mike Goldstein’s unmatched legacy remembered

1 month ago | fox9.com | Soyoung Kim

A leader of leaders The City of Plymouth lowered flags to half-mast Wednesday in honor of Goldstein along with the announcement of his passing. The city said the former Public Safety Director/Police Chief Goldstein passed away following a medical incident Tuesday. The Plymouth Police Department sent FOX 9 the following statement: "We are heartbroken with the news of Mike’s passing," said current Public Safety Director/Police Chief Erik Fadden, who served with Goldstein for 16 years.
Former Plymouth Police Chief Mike Goldstein’s unmatched legacy remembered

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Soyoung Kim

The BriefThe City of Plymouth announced the former Public Safety Director and Police Chief has passed away. Plymouth lowered flags to half-mast in honor of Mike Goldstein. PLYMOUTH, Minn. (FOX 9) - The law enforcement community across Minnesota is mourning the tragic passing of one of their own, Mike Goldstein. A leader of leadersThe backstoryMike Goldstein was raised in Plymouth. He devoted his career to the community.
Minnesota lawmakers need more time to hammer out bigger budget issues

1 month ago | fox9.com | Soyoung Kim

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - It is down to the wire for the Minnesota Legislature to pass the next two-year budget. The regular session ends when the clock strikes midnight. Slow crawl in final hours The Minnesota Legislature is closely divided – tied in the House and Democrats have a one-seat majority in the Senate. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz urged lawmakers to get the rest of the budget bills across the finish line. "Finish this thing up now. We got the deal, bring it in," said Walz.
5/18/25 Korean News and Commentary

1 month ago | myemail.constantcontact.com | Soyoung Kim |Jason Douglas |Bahk Eun-ji |Kim Sung-Woo

Quotes of the Day: “I like simple things, books, being alone, or with someone who understands.” – Daphne du Maurier “Tolerance becomes a crime when it is applied to evil.” – Thomas Mann “To write the truth, as I see it; to defend the weak against the strong; to fight for justice; and to seek, as best I can, to bring healing perspectives to bear on their terrible hates and fears of mankind, in the hope of someday bringing about one world, in which men [and women] will enjoy the differences of...
Beyond Yoon: The Breakdown of Rule of Law in Korea - Tribune Content Agency

1 month ago | tribunecontentagency.com | Soyoung Kim

The impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeol for his unlawful declaration of martial law demonstrated that the government is still capable of disciplining the most overt violations of the constitution and the law. But the corrosion of Korean democracy is more insidious, systematic, and widespread than a single bad apple.