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!
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.
Less is more. I also enjoy telling stories through quotes and narration. Here are some of my best traditional stories.
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.
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!"
In Hot Water | Hongyu Liu
"Judges' note: This was an incredible use of innovation."
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!"
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."
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."
'Chopped up': Sea turtle death toll rises as dredge restrictions unravel | Clare Fieseler and Hongyu Liu
The Lowcountry is getting lower: Here's how much the SC Coast is sinking | Hongyu Liu and John Ramsey
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