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The Minikahda Club on Bde Maka Ska 2025 — July 5, 2025 — The Minikahda Club, a private golf club established in 1898, is situated on the western shore of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis. Its historic clubhouse and golf course provide a prominent recreational and social center overlooking the lake. From this vantage point, the club offers views across Bde Maka Ska to the distant Minneapolis skyline.

Rock Martinez mural honoring Prince with white dove at West 26th Street and Hennepin Avenue, Uptown Minneapolis. — July 6, 2025 — The Rock Martinez mural honoring Prince is located at the corner of West 26th Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The mural was created shortly after his passing in 2016. Reports indicate it was originally planned as a "get well" tribute during an earlier period of his illness.

Window signs announce "Our Dispensary Coming Soon" for a cannabis cooperative on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — July 6, 2025 — Signs announcing "Our Dispensary Coming Soon" are displayed in the storefront windows of the Hennepin Ave Cannabis Cooperative in Uptown Minneapolis.

Sailboat and people on dock at Bde Maka Ska during sunset in Minneapolis. — July 6, 2025 — A sailboat glides across Bde Maka Ska at sunset, with people gathered on a dock near the Minneapolis Sailing Center. Located in Minneapolis, Bde Maka Ska is the largest lake in the city's Chain of Lakes. The lake's name, meaning 'White Earth Lake' in the Dakota language, was officially restored in 2017, reflecting its Indigenous heritage.

People and bicycles on shore at Bde Maka Ska Lake during sunset with moored sailboats and Minneapolis skyline. — July 6, 2025 — Bde Maka Ska Lake, located in South Minneapolis, is a prominent natural lake within the city's Chain of Lakes Regional Park system. Originally known by its Dakota name, meaning "White Earth Lake," it was officially restored in 2017 after decades as Lake Calhoun.

Paddle boarders in Minneapolis — July 8, 2025 — Two individuals paddleboard on Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis during sunset. Lake of the Isles is one of five lakes in the Chain of Lakes Regional Park, a significant part of Minneapolis's Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway. Originally a marshy area, the lake was dredged and reshaped in the early 20th century as part of a comprehensive park system design by landscape architect Horace Cleveland, creating a major urban green space. Today, the lake and its surrounding parkways, including the historic bridges that connect its shores, serve as a popular destination for outdoor activities such as paddleboarding, kayaking, and walking.

Mural by Cadex and Ethan Herrera depicting cyclists and runners along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — July 8, 2025 — A vibrant mural by artists Cadex and Ethan Herrera on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. Created in 2025, the artwork depicts figures engaged in cycling and running. The Midtown Greenway, a 5.5-mile-long path, was repurposed from an abandoned railway line.

Cyclists ride beneath a mural-painted bridge on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — July 8, 2025 — Bikers travel along the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis, passing a vibrant mural painted beneath a bridge. The Midtown Greenway, a former railway corridor, was transformed into a 5.5-mile multi-use path in 2000, serving as a vital transportation and recreational route through the city.

Graffiti on a Stop Ahead sign in Minneapolis — July 8, 2025 — Graffiti modifies a "Stop Ahead" traffic sign in South Minneapolis. The original warning has been altered to read "DON'T STOP GIVING HEAD," transforming a regulatory notice into a provocative statement.

Metro Transit light rail train departing Downtown Minneapolis at sunset with skyline in background. — July 8, 2025 — A Metro Transit light rail train departs Downtown Minneapolis at sunset. The Blue Line, the first segment, commenced operations in 2004, followed by the Green Line in 2014.

A "24th PED XING" street sign stands on a Metro Transit rail pole with Minneapolis skyline in the background. — July 8, 2025 — A "24th PED XING" sign is positioned alongside the Metro Transit light rail tracks in South Minneapolis, with the city's downtown buildings silhouetted against the horizon.

Crowd at Cowboy Jacks in Downtown Minneapolis — July 8, 2025 — Cowboy Jack's, a multi-story bar and restaurant, is located on North 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis. Known for its cowboy theme and sports bar atmosphere, it serves as a popular gathering spot for nightlife.

Light rail train goes in front of a bar with people on roof at night — July 8, 2025 — A Metro Transit light rail train travels along N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, a corridor known for its entertainment venues. The street is home to establishments such as Cowboy Jack's and Sneaky Pete's, which contribute to the area's vibrant evening activity.

Night traffic on Hennepin Avenue at Lagoon and Lake streets in Minneapolis. — July 10, 2025 — Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is shown at night, following a multi-year road construction project. This infrastructure upgrade aimed to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety and connectivity, notably introducing dedicated bike lanes along the thoroughfare.

Aerial view of Minneapolis residential and commercial buildings with Mississippi River visible through haze from Canadian — July 12, 2025 — Canadian wildfire smoke covered Minneapolis, Minnesota in July 2025, obscuring the urban landscape.

Minneapolis Pops Orchestra performs at the Lake Harriet Bandshell during a summer concert. — July 13, 2025 — The Lake Harriet Bandshell sits on the shore of Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, its current turreted structure built in 1986 after a series of earlier pavilions on the site burned down. The Minneapolis Pops Orchestra performs there on July 13, 2025, drawing a crowd with blankets and lawn chairs across the surrounding grass.

Protester wearing message shirt at Downtown Minneapolis immigration rights demonstration. — July 17, 2025 — Protesters gathered in Downtown Minneapolis as part of the nationwide "Good Trouble Lives On" day of action, organized to address attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration. The event began at the Hennepin County Government Center with speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. Following the speeches, participants marched through Downtown Minneapolis to voice their concerns. Messages displayed on protest attire, such as "FUCK ICE" and "CHINGA LA MIGRA," underscored the protest's focus on immigration policies and human rights.

Good Trouble protesters listen to speakers in Minneapolis — July 17, 2025 — A "Good Trouble Lives On" protest convened at the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis. This national day of action was organized to respond to perceived attacks on civil and human rights. Participants gathered to hear speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. Following the rally, protesters marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Good Trouble protesters march in downtown Minneapolis — July 17, 2025 — A protest march, part of the nationwide "Good Trouble Lives On" movement, proceeds through Downtown Minneapolis. The event, organized to respond to perceived attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration, began with a gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center. Speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan addressed the crowd before the march commenced.

Good Trouble protesters march past downtown restaurant — July 17, 2025 — A "Good Trouble Lives On" march proceeds through Downtown Minneapolis, passing outdoor dining establishments. This national day of action was organized to respond to perceived attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration, asserting that power resides with the people. Participants gathered at the Hennepin County Government Center, hearing speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan before marching through Downtown Minneapolis.

Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis holding a "Boycott Target" banner during a national civil rights demonstration on — July 17, 2025 — Protesters march through Downtown Minneapolis as part of the "Good Trouble Lives On" national day of action. This nationwide movement responds to attacks on civil and human rights, asserting that power resides with the people. Participants hold signs advocating for a "National Target Boycott" focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a campaign launch date of February 1, 2025, indicated on a prominent banner. The march, which began after a gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center.

Protesters carrying signs and flags march through downtown Minneapolis during the Good Trouble Lives On civil rights — July 17, 2025 — Protesters march through Downtown Minneapolis as part of the 'Good Trouble Lives On' national day of action. This protest responds to attacks on civil and human rights, asserting the power of the people. Participants gathered at the Hennepin County Government Center, hearing from speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, before marching.

Soccer players compete at Elliot Park in downtown Minneapolis beneath a purple sky colored by Canadian wildfire smoke. — July 24, 2025 — A soccer game takes place at Elliot Park in Downtown Minneapolis under a sky colored by Canadian wildfire smoke. Elliot Park, established in 1883, is one of Minneapolis's oldest parks.

Aerial view of Lake of the Isles with downtown Minneapolis skyline under stormy clouds. — July 27, 2025 — A thunderstorm builds over Lake of the Isles, one of Minneapolis's Chain of Lakes. Downtown Minneapolis visible in the background.

Summer thunderstorm clouds gathering over Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis surrounded by residential neighborhoods. — July 27, 2025 — A summer thunderstorm approaches Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis, a significant feature of the city's park system.

July 2025 Thunderstorm in Minneapolis — July 27, 2025 — A thunderstorm approaches Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis on July 27, 2025. Bde Maka Ska, meaning 'Lake White Earth' in Dakota, is the largest lake in Minneapolis and a central feature of the city's Chain of Lakes.

RIP Ozzy in Minneapolis — July 28, 2025 — Graffiti reading 'RIP Ozzy' is spray-painted on a brick wall along the Loring Greenway in Minneapolis. This pedestrian and bicycle path serves as a key connector between Loring Park and Nicollet Mall.

Framed bird print mounted on tree along Loring Greenway bike path in Minneapolis. — July 28, 2025 — A framed bird print is affixed to a tree along the Loring Greenway bike path in Minneapolis. This urban greenway, established in the 1970s, provides a vital pedestrian and bicycle corridor connecting Loring Park to Nicollet Mall.

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