Since 2019, at least 31 Chinese nationals have been apprehended attempting to enter South Korea illegally by boat through Taean, South Chungcheong Province. Most of those caught had previously resided in the country.

Police in South Korea have launched an investigation into allegations that the passport photo and personal information of a foreign seasonal worker were spread online after the worker left their job in Boryeong, South Chungcheong Province.

Heavy rainfall has caused significant damage in South Wairarapa, New Zealand, following a previous deluge, and also in Chungcheong and North Jeolla provinces in South Korea.

HD Hyundai Electric is showcasing its AI-powered advancements in electricity at its new power distribution complex in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, highlighting a shift towards more orchestrated and intelligent operations.

The single closest contest in Wednesday's local elections unfolded in South Chungcheong Province, where Democratic Party of Korea candidate Gi Ho-yeop edged out his conservative rival by just one…

An elderly man was discovered burned to death in the front yard of a home in Asan, South Chungcheong Province, prompting a police investigation.

Filipino comedian and actress Melai Cantiveros visited South Chungcheong Province with her family and crew to promote Catholic tourism ahead of World Youth Day Seoul 2027. Local officials aim to attract Filipino Catholic tourists through her visit.

Cold wave advisories have been issued for parts of Gangwon, South Chungcheong, and North Jeolla provinces in South Korea, marking the latest such issuance since records began in 2005.

Coupang interim CEO Harold Rogers visited small and midsize suppliers in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, pledging support for manufacturers facing challenges from rising energy costs and currency swings.

The controversial chief of a child welfare center in Jecheon, North Chungcheong Province, has been reinstated and issued a public apology for 2013 child abuse allegations, sparking anger among victims.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has proposed integrating the central city of Daejeon with South and North Chungcheong provinces as part of broader regional integration efforts. The suggestion was made during a town hall meeting with residents.

The Jecheon Red Odeng Festival will return from Saturday to March 2 at Jecheon Station Plaza in Jecheon, North Chungcheong Province, offering visitors a fiery taste of one of the city’s best-known street foods. Admission is free, though food and drinks are sold separately. The three-day event spotlights “red odeng,” a spicy fish cake dish simmered in a bold chili broth. About 25 retro-style food stalls will line the plaza, serving classic red odeng, fusion variations, chicken skewers, tteokbokki

South Chungcheong Governor Park Soo-hyun announced plans for the province to become a leader in AI and advanced manufacturing, backed by over 200 trillion won in planned investments.

Election authorities in North Chungcheong Province, South Korea, completed a recount of the Chungju mayoral election, confirming Mayor Lee Dong-seok's win despite a slightly narrowed gap.

HD Construction Equipment said Sunday it signed a memorandum of understanding with the Korea Army Headquarters at Gyeryongdae in South Chungcheong Province to cooperate on autonomous construction…

Lee has pledged to develop the Chungcheong region into a center for AI-led innovation, dismissing claims of pressuring companies into regional investments as outdated. This initiative aims to boost the region's technological and economic landscape.

CJ CheilJedang said Monday it will break ground in August on a commercial-scale land-based seaweed farming facility in Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province.

Former President Park Geun-hye is re-entering the political arena by appearing on the conservative party's campaign trail for local elections. She visited conservative strongholds including Daegu, Daejeon, and South Chungcheong.

Former President Park Geun-hye has stepped up her campaign appearances, calling on voters in the Chungcheong region to support People Power Party candidates ahead of the June 3 local elections.

A man in his 60s was arrested in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, on suspicion of murder after allegedly stabbing two acquaintances at a karaoke bar, resulting in one fatality and one serious injury.

A deserted reservoir in Yesan, South Chungcheong Province, has become an unexpected tourist draw following the box office success of the film "Salmokji," prompting local efforts to capitalize on the spotlight while managing safety.

Seoul Venture University President Kang Jun-mo has been appointed honorary consul of Romania in Korea, a move aimed at expanding industrial and technological cooperation with South Chungcheong Province.

Police have requested an arrest warrant for the governor of North Chungcheong province over alleged bribery.

Goesan-gun, a rural county in North Chungcheong Province, has averted a severe population decline thanks to a significant influx of immigrants, with the immigrant population reaching 1,850 in 2024.

Cosmax Pet, a subsidiary of Cosmax Group, has commenced operations at its new plant in Jeungpyeong, North Chungcheong Province, to meet the increasing demand for pet health and beauty products.

Hyundai Motor Group has inaugurated its first directly operated waste-to-hydrogen production and fueling complex in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, as part of its efforts to expand the use of hydrogen derived from local waste.

A shuttle service for people with disabilities operating in the greater Seoul area has expanded its coverage to include nearby Chungcheong and Gangwon provinces, according to the Seoul Facilities Corporation.

Authorities in South Korea reported that a crow was the main culprit in a high-voltage power line accident in Taean County, South Chungcheong Province, which snapped and fell onto a concrete mixer, severely injuring its driver.

South Korea's UNESCO-listed 'getbol' tidal flats are expected to receive an expanded World Heritage designation, adding coastal wetlands in several provinces including South Jeolla and South Chungcheong.

A Chinese national was arrested after being found in South Korean territorial waters off Taean, South Chungcheong Province, in a suspicious rubber boat.

A 7-year-old girl died after being hit by an SUV inside an apartment complex in Boryeong, South Chungcheong Province, South Korea. The incident occurred around 5:50 p.m. on Monday.

A video circulating online shows a suspected drunk driver jogging away from the scene of a car crash in Gongju, South Chungcheong Province, South Korea.

A high school student in Gyeryong, South Chungcheong Province, South Korea, was taken into custody after allegedly stabbing a teacher at the school.

Hikers visiting Yongbongsan, a popular peak in Hongseong County, South Chungcheong Province, are finding an unexpected attraction in a group of around 10 stray cats that have made the mountain their home.

Visa denials have blocked 167 international students under 19 from attending vocational schools in South Korea for the 2026 academic year, prompting calls for closer coordination among government agencies, a National Assembly report said Monday. The report from the National Assembly Research Service said 100 students were denied visas in South Jeolla Province, followed by 33 in North Gyeongsang Province and 17 each in North Jeolla and South Chungcheong provinces, after being admitted to vocation

Politicians are under fire from civic groups after the merger bill to integrate South Chungcheong Province and Daejeon failed to pass during the February session of the National Assembly. The February session, which ended Tuesday, had been considered the last window to complete the integration and establish a unified provincial leadership ahead of the June 3 local elections. The ruling Democratic Party of Korea is seeking one last chance to pass the law in March, despite the already tight schedu