Minneapolis Uprising Smoke, Lake Street Area, May 30, 2020

Smoke from fires in the Lake Street area of Minneapolis rises into the night sky on May 30, 2020. This photograph, taken from Downtown Minneapolis, documents the fourth day of widespread protests that followed the death of George Floyd. The protests, which began in Minneapolis, quickly gained national and international attention, highlighting issues of racial injustice and police brutality. The fires and subsequent damage in commercial corridors like Lake Street led to significant community-led rebuilding efforts and ongoing discussions about the city's future.
Smoke from fires in the Lake Street area of Minneapolis rises into the night sky on May 30, 2020. This photograph, taken from Downtown Minneapolis, documents the fourth day of widespread protests that followed the death of George Floyd. The protests, which began in Minneapolis, quickly gained national and international attention, highlighting issues of racial injustice and police brutality. The fires and subsequent damage in commercial corridors like Lake Street led to significant community-led rebuilding efforts and ongoing discussions about the city's future.
Photo taken in May 2020.
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