Chung So-young, a 1992 Barcelona Olympics badminton women's doubles gold medalist, has donated 53 items, including medals and souvenirs, to the Jeonbuk Provincial Sports Council to support the creation of a Jeonbuk Sports History Memorial Hall.
Jeonbuk and Gyeongnam provinces achieved 100% target attainment in the 2026 Local Government Joint Evaluation, which assessed 17 cities and provinces nationwide. Busan and Gyeonggi led in qualitative assessments, with Busan having the most excellent cases among cities and Gyeonggi among provinces.
Elder abuse cases in South Korea's Jeonbuk province surged by 59.5% to 477 in the past year, with family members being the perpetrators in over 90% of incidents. The increase highlights growing human rights risks for the elderly in the super-aging society.
The Jeonbuk Election Commission has admitted to a vote counting error in the recent local election for the Education Superintendent. The mistake, stemming from a mislabeled ballot box record, led to incorrect vote tallies for two candidates. While the commission states the error did not alter the election outcome, it plans to officially correct the results.
Multiple elected officials in Jeonbuk, including the governor-elect and education superintendent-elect, are under police investigation for alleged violations of the Public Official Election Act. Allegations range from vote-buying and defamation to bribery and real estate speculation.
Jeonbuk Governor-elect Lee Won-taek announced plans to meet with incumbent Governor Kim Kwan-young soon, stating they are not enemies and should reconcile after the election. Lee also expressed willingness to withdraw mutual lawsuits, with exceptions for "excessive" or "intentional" allegations.
Jeonbuk Police have apprehended 246 individuals in connection with the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections. Investigations are ongoing for 201 people, with 7 already transferred without detention. The crackdown focuses on false news, bribery, and election law violations.
Two former Jeonbuk city council members, previously expelled or denied nominations due to controversies like stalking and hit-and-run incidents, have been re-elected in the June 3rd local elections. Yoo Jin-woo, re-elected for his fourth term, and Kim Seok-hwan, re-elected for his second term, both ran as independents.
The Democratic Party has secured all 14 mayoral and county executive positions in Jeonbuk Province, a first for the party. This victory strengthens their dominance in the region, despite challenges from other parties.
Lee Won-taek of the Democratic Party has won the Jeonbuk governor election, defeating independent Kim Kwan-young after a heated campaign marked by intense negative attacks. Lee pledged to unify the province's divided public opinion.
The Democratic Party has effectively secured control of the 13th Jeonbuk Provincial Council, winning 42 out of 44 seats in the 6.3 local elections. This marks a continuation of their dominance in the region, raising concerns about the council's ability to provide effective oversight.
Cheon Ho-seong, elected as the new Jeonbuk Superintendent of Education, pledged to reform the region's education system by embracing policies from rival candidates and restoring trust within the educational community. He emphasized a focus on basic academic skills, personalized career guidance, and transparent administration.
Cheon Ho-seong, a professor, has won the Jeonbuk Superintendent of Education election on his third attempt, securing about 56% of the vote. Despite facing controversies, his campaign focused on restoring basic academic skills and strengthening personalized education.
Five new local government leaders in Jeonbuk, South Korea, all from the Democratic Party, have won elections, promising to bring new administrative directions and development plans to their respective cities and counties. These newcomers aim to leverage their diverse experiences, from central government roles to local cooperative leadership, to revitalize their regions.
Incumbent Gimje Mayor Jeong Seong-ju of the Democratic Party has won re-election with over 80% of the vote, defeating independent candidate Lee Byung-cheol. The victory was widely anticipated due to Jeong's strong performance in pre-election polls.
Lee Won-taek of the Democratic Party is projected to win the Jeonbuk governor election with 52.04% of the vote, leading independent candidate Kim Kwan-young by a significant margin as of 11:20 PM with 37.97% of ballots counted.
In the Jeonbuk Jangsu County Mayor election, incumbent Mayor Choi Hun-sik of the Democratic Party secured re-election, defeating rival Jang Young-soo. The election was notable for the personal history between the two candidates, who were born in the same year and shared a past connection within the Democratic Party.
FC Seoul led K League 1 in attendance, while Jeonbuk Hyundai secured the 'Fan Friendly Club' and 'Green Stadium' awards for their initiatives and stadium management.
Lee Nam-ho, a candidate for Jeonbuk Superintendent of Education, appealed for votes on June 2, the day before the June 3 local elections, emphasizing his experience and readiness to lead the region's education system. He also raised concerns about rival candidate Cheon Ho-seong's legal risks.
31 Democratic Party members in Jeonbuk held a press conference demanding the party's central leadership stop surveillance and threats of disciplinary action against members. They criticized the party's decision to expel the provincial governor and accused the leadership of "fear politics" for allegedly monitoring members' activities and threatening punishment for supporting an independent candidate.
A group of Jeonbuk residents protested against the Democratic Party's nomination process during a campaign rally, clashing with supporters. The party condemned the protest as an illegal act and a political terror, demanding a thorough investigation.
The Democratic Party intensified its campaign efforts in Jeonbuk and Chungnam provinces, key battlegrounds for the upcoming local elections. Leader Jeong Cheong-rae urged support for party candidates, particularly in Jeonbuk where the race is tight against an independent candidate.
A group of citizens protested the Democratic Party's nomination process in Jeonbuk, clashing with supporters and prompting calls for investigation into the disruption of a campaign rally.
Jeonbuk Education Superintendent candidate Lee Nam-ho unveiled pledges to vitalize school sports, including a '1 School 1 Sport' initiative, 'Moving School' program, and 'Open Gymnasium' project, alongside improving conditions for sports instructors.
