The Sacramento Press has followed the timeline of journalists Laura Ling and Euna Lee since their detainment in North Korea, covering some of the vigils that took place in Sacramento. Ling was born and raised in Carmichael and her ties to the Sacramento community brought enormous support for the two women throughout their ordeal. Following Bill Clinton's visit with Kim Jong Il, Ling and Lee were pardoned and allowed to return home. The Sacramento Press interviewed two of Ling's friends to he... colleen Sonia Lucyga 2009-08-11T19:18:12Z 2009-08-11T19:18:12Z

In a story that has been splayed on various news institutions nationwide, this focused perspective brings it back to two mother/friends/sisters returning to their families after an extended period of terrifying limbo. I attended a Ling and Lee vigil at the Capitol and this story rang very true to the sentiments and incredible support provided by the community. I think this piece really exemplifies the angles and possibilities Sac Press can offer.

Sonia Lucyga 2009-08-11T19:18:12Z ladybug1976 2009-08-10T19:14:48Z 2009-08-10T19:14:48Z

Sounds good to me...I laughed at New Kids on the Block part! I did hear from Laura last night. She expressed many thanks and love to me for speaking and being there on her behalf. She also said that she cried when she saw the bracelets I made...but she is getting better each day! -Stephanie

ladybug1976 2009-08-10T19:14:48Z Colleen Belcher 2009-08-10T18:33:14Z 2009-08-10T18:33:14Z

Thanks for your feedback! One correction: Cheryll Marsh was friends with Laura Ling before the drill team.

Colleen Belcher 2009-08-10T18:33:14Z Kathleen Haley 2009-08-10T16:49:50Z 2009-08-10T16:49:50Z

This is such a cool story!

Kathleen Haley 2009-08-10T16:49:50Z V Govender 2009-08-10T15:57:32Z 2009-08-10T15:57:32Z

So glad that they are back where they belong ! Thanks to all of the diplomacy that followed, which led to their release. Great story and follow up.

V Govender 2009-08-10T15:57:32Z Marc Christensen 2009-08-10T15:25:07Z 2009-08-10T15:25:07Z

This well-written article gives local relevance to a global story -- nicely done!

Marc Christensen 2009-08-10T15:25:07Z