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Hau

Hau Chu

reporter, Prince George's County

Hau Chu is a food, arts and culture reporter at The Banner covering Prince George's County and its surroundings. He previously spent nearly a decade at The Washington Post writing about life and oddities across the D.C. region, primarily for the Local and Features/Style sections. Before that, he also worked at the New York Daily News. Hau was born and raised in the Virginia suburbs of D.C. and attended George Mason University. Please reach out to him with any tips on stories, new local bands and overlooked eateries.

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The Beltsville Agricultural Research Center’s future remains murky
The Trump administration says it’s still “full-bore ahead” with its plan to relocate workers from the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, but a court filing indicates compliance with a mandated pause.
Among the many things they focus on, the Beltsville lab has done notable, groundbreaking research on pathogens in livestock.
7 things to do in the capital region, from a horse show to a drive-in finale
Things to do across the capital region this weekend include a horse show, the last chance to catch a drive-in movie and more.
The Song Dog Farm Distillery in Boyds, Md. The distillery and farm, which sits on 29 acres of land, produces bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka, gin, and seasonal liqueurs, as well as cocktails, spirits and tastings at the bar. Wheat, corn, rye and barley are grown here to make the spirts.
Despite economic strains, Prince George’s residents feel change is possible, according to survey
The VoicesDMV report, released by the Greater Washington Community Foundation and Gallup, surveyed nearly 3,000 residents across the capital region about their feelings and well-being.
The VoicesDMV report, released by the Greater Washington Community Foundation and Gallup, surveyed nearly 3,000 residents across the capital region about their feelings and well-being.
College Park’s Cornerstone loses liquor license for 90 days after county officials deny plea for pause
College Park's Cornerstone Grill & Loft has been a popular gathering spot, but was found to violate a regulation that it constituted a “danger to the peace and safety of the neighborhood.”
University of Maryland students will not be able to gather at a well-known meeting spot, Cornerstone Grill & Loft, after Prince George's County Board of License Commissioners suspended their liquor license.
7 things to do in the capital region, from a battle of the bands to spooky season
Things to do across the capital region include fall and Halloween festivities, along with the Capitol Battle of the Bands.
tudents from 12 different Prince George's County Public Schools rehearse on Oct. 20 to prepare for a performance at the Capitol Battle of the Bands, which takes place Oct. 25 at SECU Stadium at the University of Maryland.
Prince George’s County Council hears potential path for county-owned grocery store
The potential for a publicly-owned grocery store would supplement existing programs, such as free food pantries, to address the county’s high rate of food insecurity
“What we know is we see food insecurity at a high rate,” said Prince George’s Council Chair Krystal Oriadha.
The ultimate guide to Halloween celebrations in the capital region
Here’s your guide to Halloween celebrations to join in the capital region this spooky season, from tricks to treats!
Markoff’s Haunted Forest
7 things to do in the capital region, from Boom Ball to burgers
Events across the capital region this week include College Park Day, ways to kick off spooky season and more.
DC Banks plays outfield for Lucky Llamas, the flagship team of Boom Ball. Banks and his teammates blend baseball and performance, similar to the Savannah Bananas, and will take over Prince George's Stadium in Bowie on Oct. 3.
As Commanders’ time in Landover winds down, ‘Tailgate Ted’ grills on
Ted Abela, known better by Commanders fans as “Tailgate Ted,” has been hosting one of the premier tailgates for Washington football games for more than two decades.
Ted Abela, known better by Commanders fans as “Tailgate Ted,” has been hosting tailgates for Washington football games amid the highs and lows of the team.
This Hyattsville group helps furnish homes for free. It needs a home, too.
Volunteers at Welcome Home Neighbor help people, many of whom have experienced homelessness or domestic violence, reset their lives with donated home furnishings. But the group will soon lose its storage space and is in need of a permanent home.
Volunteers at Welcome Home Neighbor help people, many of whom have experienced homelessness or domestic violence, reset their lives with donated home furnishings.
Prince George’s Fashion Week rescheduled
The inaugural Prince George’s Fashion Week was supposed to begin Wednesday and run through Friday, but it has been moved to Nov. 5-6
County Executive Aisha Braveboy has rescheduled the inaugural Prince George’s Fashion Week for November.
His art is on display at the same place he works as a security guard: the library
Mylar “Nick” Liggins has painted for decades in his Fort Washington home, and his works are being showcased at Oxon Hill Branch Library, where he works as a security guard.
Mylar “Nick” Liggins is a Fort Washington-based artist who has works on display at the Oxon Hill Branch Library, the same place where he works as a security guard.
Food insecurity is at a 5-year high across the capital region, according to new report
The Capital Area Food Bank’s annual hunger report, released Tuesday, shows that Prince George’s County residents face the most difficulties accessing food, while those in Montgomery County have seen a notable drop.
The main warehouse of Capital Area Food Bank in Washington, D.C., is the hub for the organization's food donations across the capital region. Their annual hunger report, released Sept. 15, shows that food insecurity is at a five-year high, especially in Prince George's County.
Dozens volunteer their time to restore New Deal Cafe as a third space
New Deal Cafe in Greenbelt has been open since 1995 and is trying to weather recent financial woes with the help of dozens of volunteers.
Volunteers at New Deal Cafe in Greenbelt have helped load in and install kitchen fixtures, including Teddy Kish,  far left, who also works at the local Honda dealership.
7 things to do in the capital region, from the Prince George’s County Fair to arts festivals
This week’s events include annual staples such as the Silver Spring Jazz Fest and Bethesda Row Arts Festival to the capital region.
Nearly 200 artists will show off their works and wares at the annual Bethesda Row Arts Festival, pictured here in 2025, on Sept. 12 and 13.
New eats at Commanders games include DC staples, a sushi push pop and more
The Washington Commanders will debut several food options at Northwest Stadium this season, including a sushi push pop and hot dogs and half-smokes galore.
Ben's Chili Bowl, which has been selling standout half smokes, chili and chili cheese fries in D.C. since 1958, will return to as a concession option for Commanders fans this season.
Head of Smithsonian will step down amid President Trump’s fights to transform institution
Lonnie G. Bunch III will step down as secretary of the Smithsonian by the end of the year amid President Donald Trump's efforts to transform the institution.
BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: Lonnie Bunch, Humanitarian of the Year, speaks onstage during the EBONY Power 100 Gala at The Beverly Hilton on November 04, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images for EBONY Media Group)
She made a card game for her students, but adults are using it to have real talks
Cortnie Burriss created the first version of “Talk Your Suit” to get high schoolers talking about literature. But now, she hosts game nights at Upper Marlboro’s Free State Distillery to get people talking.
Cortnie Burriss hosts a game night every first Thursday of the month at Upper Marlboro’s Free State Distillery. Patrons play “Talk Your Suit,” a game Burriss originally created for her high school literature students and encourages players to use different conversation skills.
7 things to do in the capital region, including a prized art show and Afro Plus Festival
The capital region will host events including Afro Plus Festival, a standup show from Earthquake and more over Labor Day weekend and beyond.
Madyha Leghari's "Inhospitable Womb" will be on display as part of her Trawick Prize finalist showcase at Bethesda's Gallery B. The Hyattsville resident turned a resin cast of her pregnant torso into a terrarium.
Celebrity chef Tobias Dorzon will close Hyattsville restaurant after this weekend
Celebrity chef Tobias Dorzon will close his popular Hyattsville restaurant after service Sunday.
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