Uptown Minneapolis Walgreens, ‘EMPTY + BURNED’ graffiti

A cyclist travels along Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis, passing a boarded-up Walgreens Pharmacy. The storefront was secured with plywood following widespread protests and civil unrest that occurred in Minneapolis after the killing of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. Graffiti reading "EMPTY + BURNED" is visible on the protective boards, reflecting the impact of these events on local businesses and the urban landscape. This commercial building, a common fixture in the neighborhood, stood as a visible reminder of the period of significant social upheaval.