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The candidates for the Ulsan mayoral election have been finalized, and the unification of candidates from the Democratic and progressive parties is seen as a critical factor.

Ulsan Wales, a newly formed baseball team, embodies the determination of players seeking redemption in their careers after facing significant challenges.

Ulsan Wales, the first citizen baseball team in the KBO league, lost its home opener against Lotte Giants in the Futures League.

Kim Sang-wook has been confirmed as the Democratic Party's candidate for Ulsan Mayor in the 6.3 local elections.

The People Power Party in Korea is facing internal dissent over its nomination processes for mayoral candidates in Pohang and Ulsan ahead of the local elections.

Local leaders from the People Power Party have launched an economic alliance in the Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam region, but its sustainability post-elections is questioned due to insufficient resources and lack of legal status.

A tragedy occurred in Ulsan, South Korea, where a father and his four children were found dead, highlighting failures in the supportive welfare system.

Two officials from Bangudae Hospital in Ulsan have been fined the highest amount ever by the Human Rights Commission for obstructing a mandatory investigation into mistreatment at the facility.

A father and his four young children were found dead at their home in Ulsan, triggering an investigation by police.

A former co-pilot has been arrested in Ulsan on suspicion of murdering a captain of a civilian airline.

A man previously imprisoned for multiple arson incidents has been arrested again for causing wildfires in South Korea's Gyeongsangnam-do region.

Criticism has arisen against Ulsan Mayor Kim Doo-gyeom for his remarks that domestic workers are paid similarly to migrant workers due to their lack of willingness to work.

Ulsan Mayor Kim Doo-gyeom claimed that low wages in the shipbuilding industry are partly due to domestic workers' reluctance to work, while advocating for a visa program that allows foreign workers to fill labor gaps.

A candidate in a recent election for a local organization in Ulsan promised to distribute substantial cash to members, igniting controversy and conflict within the community.

A senior teacher at a private school in Ulsan has been dismissed following allegations of sexual assault against two temporary teachers.

Lee Tae-woo, chair of the Ulsan Iron Smelting Technology Preservation Association, emphasizes the historical and cultural significance of Ulsan's iron-smelting technology in revitalizing the city’s industrial roots.

The Democratic Party of Korea has confirmed preliminary candidates in Seoul, Gyeonggi, and Ulsan for the upcoming local elections, while also planning additional candidate recruitment in Busan.

The National Growth Fund announces support for Samsung Electronics' AI semiconductor cluster project and a solid-state battery material plant in Ulsan, with significant low-interest loans.

A discussion was held regarding the expansion of labor rights for subcontracted workers in Ulsan's shipyards in anticipation of the Yellow Envelope Law's implementation.

Disciplinary procedures against a teacher at a private school in Ulsan, accused of sexual assault, have been delayed, forcing victims to leave the city due to ongoing fear.

A battery production factory in Ulsan is under suspicion of concealing the health status of workers exposed to heavy metals.

The Korea University Alumni Association will hold its regular meeting on February 24 at Lotter Hotel in Seoul, while the National Pension Service seeks youth suggestions for social contribution ideas and LS MnM has donated funds to support vulnerable groups in Ulsan.

The public officials' union in Ulsan claims that recent personnel transfers by Ulsan City have resulted in significant manpower shortages in local government, affecting 136 positions.

A memorial stone for Eom Heung-do, commemorating his loyalty recognized in the hit film 'The King’s Affection', stands in Ulsan but faces neglect from the local community.

The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has ruled that immigration control against undocumented foreign workers without prior consent from their employers constitutes a violation of human rights, following a case where a pregnant worker miscarried during a raid.

The Ulsan Whales, a newly formed team, will make their debut in the Futures League against the Lotte Giants on December 20.

Kim Sang-wook of the Democratic Party announced his preparations to run for Ulsan mayor and will reveal his official stance next week.

Ulsan University of Science and Technology has developed an 'artificial leaf' that can produce hydrogen using indoor lighting.

FC Seoul and Gangwon FC have qualified for the Round of 16 in the Asian Champions League, while Ulsan HD has been eliminated.

The supervision of Bangudae Hospital in Ulsan, where incidents of assaults on patients have occurred, is hampered by jurisdictional disarray between the hospital's managing corporation and local authorities.

Ulsan's debut under new coach Kim Hyun-seok resulted in a 1-2 defeat to Melbourne City, jeopardizing their chances of advancing in the AFC Champions League Elite.

Veteran K League midfielder Lee Chung-yong has transferred from Ulsan Hyundai to Incheon United, with the club expecting him to bring experience and leadership to the team.

Ulsan City has decided to allocate a budget this year for the cleaning and sterilization of lunch trays used in daycare centers, inciting competition and confusion among related industries.

The first official trail connecting Goseong-gun and Ulsan Rock in Seoraksan National Park is set to be established, marking the first such trail in 50 years.

An investigation reveals that a worker at Taekwang Industry in Ulsan was left unattended for over 40 minutes after being exposed to toxic substances, prompting calls for accountability from labor groups.

A joint investigation has been launched by South Korea's Ministry of Health and the Human Rights Commission into Bangudae Hospital in Ulsan, where incidents of patient-on-patient violence leading to fatalities have occurred repeatedly.

The Election Commission in Ulsan filed a police report against a candidate for allegedly creating and sharing a deepfake video to promote their campaign for the local elections.

Ulsan's iconic Industrial Tower is being relocated to Ulsan Grand Park, and a design contest for its new form is being announced.

Lee Seung-hyun rescued his team from a five-game losing streak with a strong performance, leading his team to victory against Daegu Korean Gas Corporation.

A 37-year-old worker at Taekwang Industry’s Ulsan plant died after inhaling chloroform that leaked while he was inspecting the pipes.

The South Korean government is set to hold a town hall meeting on the 9th in Ulsan to address employment issues in the shipbuilding industry, which includes discussions about working conditions and labor relations.

A toxic chemical leak at a chemical plant in Ulsan led to a worker in his 30s being transported to the hospital in cardiac arrest after responding to an alarm.

A survey reveals that 80% of workers at Hyundai's Ulsan plant feel threatened by job insecurity due to changing industrial and labor conditions.

The South Korean government will invest approximately 1.2 trillion won to improve congested roads in six major cities: Busan, Daegu, Incheon, Gwangju, Daejeon, and Ulsan.

An editorial discusses the implications of increasing automation on employment in the Hyundai Motor Company’s Ulsan plant, highlighting concerns about job replacements and factory operations.

The Ulsan City Council has decided to suspend the amendment of an ordinance changing the term 'worker' to 'laborer' following backlash from local labor groups.

Ulsan City has announced the additional designation of 154,2990 square meters as a Development Opportunity Zone, with plans for ten companies to invest 3.27 trillion won in the area.

On February 3, Chairman Choi Jae-gwan of the Korea Energy Agency distributed prepaid cards for expanded support of kerosene and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to households receiving energy vouchers in Ulsan ahead of the Lunar New Year.