Kim Bui Associate Editor, Social Media and Outreach
P. Kim Bui is the Associate Editor for Social Media and Outreach for Southern California Public Radio.
Bui manages KPCC's social media and engagement on and off the Web. She also develops outreach efforts for KPCC's content and technology partners.
Her experience in Web journalism includes major newspapers such as the Kansas City Star and San Luis Obispo Tribune, where she worked as a reporter. Bui has also worked on major news start-ups like The Loop 21, where she managed development and web operations. She's also the co-founder of #wjchat, a weekly Twitter chat for web journalists. Bui was named one of Poynter's 35 influential people in social media in 2010.
Originally from Des Moines, Iowa, Bui graduated with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Iowa State University. She is an active member of the Online News Association, organizing the group's L.A. chapter. She also sits on the board of the Asian American Journalists Association's (AAJA) Los Angeles chapter.
When not tweeting for KPCC, she writes short stories and enjoys outdoor exploits and culinary life around L.A.
Stories by Kim Bui
The gifts your mom has given you
By Kim Bui
On Mother's Day, it's all about gifts for mom — but what about what she's given us? We asked our audience to share gifts their moms have given them; here's what they said.
Crews feel they have upper hand on Acton brush fire
By KPCC staff
Firefighters say they have slowed the fire for now. At 40% containment, crews expect to battle the fire into the night. Meanwhile, Metrolink has re-opened its tracks north of Via Princess.
#DefineLA: Where are we now?
By Kim Bui | KPCC
We're gathering thoughts on how the L.A. Riots defined Los Angeles in 1992, now, and in the future.
After brief media blackout, LAFD still seeking info on info policy
By Kim Bui
A voice behind LAFD's social media account is asking the department to clarify its info release policy after the mayor chastised the agency last week.
LAFD clamps down on info, faces more heat
By Kim Bui
Councilman Mitch Englander and other public safety professionals call LAFD's new, stricter policy on information release short sighted.
Who should replace Kodak's name on the Kodak Theatre?
By Kim Bui
If Kodak gets out, who will take its place on the nameplate? Councilman Eric Garcetti is looking for suggestions.
Hollywood man arrested in weekend arson spree
By Kim Bui and Tony Pierce | KPCC & wires
A Hollywood man has been arrested in connection with the weekend spree of 53 fires from West Hollywood to the San Fernando Valley.
LAPD accuses group of occupying abandoned South LA library
By Kim Bui | OnCentral
The Youth Justice Coalition had planned a cleanup of the former Hyde Park Library, 6527 Crenshaw Blvd., that started today and was going to last until Friday said Kurti Parekh, program coordinator for the group. However, LAPD have said they do not have permission to be there and are trespassing.
More than 40 LAPD officers targeted by Anonymous group after Occupy LA raid
By Tami Abdollah and Kim Bui
A hacker group affiliated with Anonymous has claimed responsibility for posting the personal information of more than 40 members of the Los Angeles Police Department's command staff. A member of the group said in a chat with KPCC Wednesday evening it put the information up because of the LAPD's "violent oppression" in clearing the Occupy LA encampment. Police said Thursday the majority of the officers listed were not involved in the Occupy LA clearing operation and some were retired.
#LAwind: Share your reports of wind damage
By Kim Bui
Was there wind damage in your neighborhood? Show us where downed trees are, school closures, and other wind-related issues by contributing to our map.
The relatively nonviolent end of Occupy LA
By Kim Bui
Late Tuesday into early Wednesday, the LAPD moved in on Occupy L.A. protesters. The outcome was a far cry from the end of other Occupy protests — it was peaceful, according to tweets and social media updates from media and protesters.
200 arrested after 1,400 cops flood Occupy LA
By KPCC staff
Los Angeles police cleared the nearly two-month old Occupy L.A. encampment Tuesday night – emerging from City Hall and surrounding streets, arresting protesters who refused to move, and dismantling the remaining tents and structures. Follow our live blog of the continuing events here.
Gardena High School shooting in social media
By Kim Bui
Following the Gardena High School shooting on social media. Check back here for updates.
Turkey Talk: Our experts answer your last-minute Thanksgiving questions
By Kim Bui
Panicked? We've got experts on hand to answer your questions about last-minute meal preparations and even reservations if you're not up to cooking.
Election night views from social media
By Kim Bui
Here you'll find the best of social media that our web team has curated, regarding elections from California and beyond.
