Hi there! I'm Hongyu Liu.

I'm a multimedia storyteller at The Post and Courier.

M.S. Data Journalism alumni at the Columbia Journalism School. You can find my previous stories published in The Patriot Ledger, DIG Boston, Sampan, and many other places.

Also, I co-run this video channel for automotive enthusiasts!

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Data and Graphics Stories

Here are some of my proudest works. These stories showcase my best abilities in data analysis using Python and R. I enjoy building customized visualizations block by block, tweaking CSS and HTML, and using D3 and other JavaScript libraries to make them interactive. QGIS is also a handy tool for me when creating informative maps.

Community Interest Stories

Less is more. I also enjoy telling stories through quotes and narration. Here are some of my best traditional stories.

Awards

South Carolina Press Association

As of April 2025, I've obtained seven awards from the South Carolina Press Association (SCPA) annual awards, including five first places, a second place, and athird place.

2024 News Contest | The Post and Courier

First Place
Informational Graphic - Open Division

The Lowcountry is getting lower: Here's how much the SC Coast is sinking | Hongyu Liu and John Ramsey

"Judges' note: This is one of the best data presentation I have ever seen. I spent quite a bit of time just exploring it. And, it addresses a critical and important topic. Kudos to all involved!"

First Place
Innovation - Open Division

In Hot Water | Hongyu Liu

"Judges' note: This was an incredible use of innovation."

First Place
Mixed Media Illustration - Open Division

In Hot Water | Borso Tall, Tony Bartelme, and Hongyu Liu

"Judges' note: The digital interactive piece along with the vivid photos kept me engaging throughout. Great job!"

First Place
Digital Project - All Daily Division

King Street nights | Staff

"Judges' note: What an entertaining and informational look at Charleston's late night entertainment. It's hard to believe that much movement happens after hours."

First Place
Investigative Reporting - Division A

The Pill Messiah | John Ramsey, Glenn Smith, and Hongyu Liu

"Judges' note: A most difficult category to judge due to a bushel of outstanding entires. This is the epitome of investigative reporting. Look under every rock to call attention to a problem that adversely affects public health."

Second Place
Enterprise Reporting - Division A

'Chopped up': Sea turtle death toll rises as dredge restrictions unravel | Clare Fieseler and Hongyu Liu

Third Place
Digital Project - All Daily Division

The Lowcountry is getting lower: Here's how much the SC Coast is sinking | Hongyu Liu and John Ramsey

President's Award For Excellence - Division A

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