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Yuqing Liu

Graphics Producer
Yuqing is a graphics producer at the Minnesota Star Tribune, focusing on charts, maps and other visual formats for data-driven stories in digital and print.

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Minnesota snowfall tracker: Track daily snow totals this winter

Compare snowfall across the state to past seasons
December 6, 2024
Elections

Where Minnesota’s politics have shifted over 20 years and 6 presidential elections

Minnesota’s counties are more polarized with fewer politically moderate areas.
November 8, 2024
Red and blue circles show how Minnesota counties have shifted politically.
Food & Culture

How diverse is Minnesota? Here’s a look at the numbers.

Our state is increasingly diverse, with immigrants powering our growth. But income disparities continue.
September 6, 2024
Willmar, Minnesota has a diverse population with a large influx of Somali and Latino residents. One of the main streets in Willmar, Litchfield Ave SW was decorated for Christmas.
Economy

Inflation is low. Prices are still high. What gives?

Higher prices for many goods and services are likely here to stay.
August 23, 2024
Economy

How does Minnesota’s income inequality compare with other states?

Minnesota has the highest median personal income in the Midwest and boasts a relatively narrow gap between the lowest incomes and the median.
August 22, 2024
It wouldn't be very Minnesota Nice of us to reject a compliment.
Olympics

How Minnesota shines in Summer Olympics: Unveiling a century of triumphs

Over a century, we trace Minnesota-born athletes at the Olympics from early participation to modern achievements and record-breaking performances.
July 26, 2024
Local

See how much snow has — or hasn’t — fallen this winter in Minnesota

Track this season’s snowfall trends and compare to past winters in your city.
February 15, 2024
Curious Minnesota

How did Minnesota become a hub for Hmong people?

Hmong people are the largest Asian group in Minnesota, decades after many sought refuge here.
September 8, 2023
Economy

How does Minnesota’s income inequality compare with other states?

Minnesota has the highest median personal income in the Midwest and boasts a relatively narrow gap between the lowest incomes and the median.
August 22, 2024
It wouldn't be very Minnesota Nice of us to reject a compliment.
Olympics

How Minnesota shines in Summer Olympics: Unveiling a century of triumphs

Over a century, we trace Minnesota-born athletes at the Olympics from early participation to modern achievements and record-breaking performances.
July 26, 2024
Local

See how much snow has — or hasn’t — fallen this winter in Minnesota

Track this season’s snowfall trends and compare to past winters in your city.
February 15, 2024
Curious Minnesota

How did Minnesota become a hub for Hmong people?

Hmong people are the largest Asian group in Minnesota, decades after many sought refuge here.
September 8, 2023