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
#LAwind: Share your reports of wind damage
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
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
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
Following the Gardena High School shooting on social media. Check back here for updates.
Turkey Talk: Our experts answer your last-minute Thanksgiving questions
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
Here you'll find the best of social media that our web team has curated, regarding elections from California and beyond.
