Report Hate Crimes Here to Documenting Hate Project

posted by Louis Chan

By Louis Chan
AsAmNews National Correspondent

AsAmNews is proud to be part of a joint effort between New America Media and Pro Publica to track the increasing number of hate crimes in the United States.

The Documenting Hate Project is an effort to confirm and verify the rise in hate incidents since the November election.… Read more

Rafu Shimpo to Stay Open for Now

posted by Randall

One of the nation’s longest running Japanese American newspapers will live another year.

Rafu Shimpo announced to its readers that it will stay open at least through the end of 2017.

The paper has lost $750,000 over the last three years and was projected to lose another $350,000 this year.

It had announced earlier this … Read more

Rafu Shimpo May Close by End of Year

posted by Louis Chan

By Louis Chan
AsAmNews National Correspondent

A newspaper that has served the Japanese American community for more than 100 years is in danger of closing.

In an urgent letter to its readers, Rafu Shimpo announced it has lost $750,000 over three years. This year the deficit is projected to be $350,000.

“If the situation does … Read more

Anchorage Daily News: Passionate Asian Americans bringing news to their communities

posted by Randall

The Anchorage Daily News did a nice profile on a Korean American couple and their dedication to bringing news to the Korean community in Anchorage.

Rose and Yong Pak are up at 7 in the morning broadcasting to the thousand people who have purchased a 40 dollar sub carrier radio that will enable them to … Read more