Kim Bui Associate Editor, Social Media and Outreach
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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
Help us map LA's most dangerous places for walkers and bikers
We want to know what intersections and locations are most dangerous for pedestrians and cyclists. See what's been submitted and send in your own report.
Show us your #HeatWaveLA, temps will cool by Tuesday
Temperatures are soaring into triple digits across the California, sending thousands to beaches, lakes and shopping malls in search of cooler climes.
Which American volleyball team will win Olympic gold?
It's going to be the United States versus America for Olympic gold in women's beach volleyball, and they're both Southern California teams. Tell us who you are rooting for.
Lessons from dads for Father's Day
Share the lessons from your father taught by tweeting with #KPCCdad, and read some of the lessons we've gathered so far.
The #KingsParade through your eyes
As the parade continues, share your photos by tweeting with #KingsParade.
A day with the Stanley Cup: What would you do?
We asked our social media audience what they would do if they could spend a day with the Stanley Cup. Here are the best answers.
The gifts your mom has given you
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
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?
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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.
