February 2026
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Trump said “ICE can do whatever the hell they want”. Vance says they have absolute immunity.” This is the result.
Tom Emmer & Michelle Fischbach need to stand up for Minnesota and not turn a blind eye to mvrder!
Alex Pretti and Renee Good last words, Minneapolis
February 2026
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A box at the Alex Pretti Memorial on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis on February 12, 2026. Inside the box is a whistle, stones, a flower along with 2 quotes. "Are you okay?" and "I'm not mad at you" are some of the last words of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, both killed by federal agents in Minneapolis.
Renee Good Public Ceremony, Minneapolis
February 2026
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The community gathered this afternoon at Powderhorn Park for a memorial ceremony 1 month after Renee Good was shot and killed by an ICE agent on Portland Avenue.
Keep ICE Out of Minneapolis
February 2026
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Protest signs on the side of a bus stop near the Alex Pretti Memorial on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.
"I.C.E. AGENTS ARE MURDERERS"
"RISE and FIGHT KEEP ICE OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS"
"THE WRONG ICE IS MELTING"
"REST IN POWER ALEX PRETTI"
"IMMIGRANTS WELCOME"
Glam Doll Donuts across from Alex Pretti Memorial
February 2026
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Posters hang across from the Alex Pretti Memorial and next to Glam Doll Donuts reading:
RENEE GOOD AMERICAN MOM MURDERED BY ICE
ALEX PRETTI ICU NURSE MURDERED BY ICE
Alex Pretti Memorial 2 weeks later
February 2026
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The Alex Pretti Memorial on Nicollet Avenue where Pretti was shot and killed just under 2 weeks ago by federal agents.
Alex Pretti Memorial Killed by Border Patrol
February 2026
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A memorial for Alex Pretti who was killed by Border Patrol agents on January 24, 2026. The memorial is where he was killed on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis.
Sign at Alex Pretti Memorial, February 2026
February 2026
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The Alex Pretti Memorial on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.
Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis, January 28, 2026
January 2026
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The Renee Good Memorial on Portland Avenue in January 28th, 2026. Good was killed by federal agents earlier in the month.
Mom and Daughter at Alex Pretti Memorial
January 2026
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A mom and daughter at the Alex Pretti Memorial on January 27, 2026. Pretti was shot and killed by Border Patrol officers on January 24th, 2026.
We Remember Alex Pretti Memorial in Minneapolis
January 2026
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We Remember, In Honor Of Alex Pretti sign seen at his memorial in Minneapolis on January 24, 2026.
Pretti was shot and killed by Border Patrol officers earlier in the day.
Alex Pretti Memorial in Minneapolis
January 2026
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A memorial for Alex Pretti. Pretti is the second person killed and third person shot by federal agents in Minneapolis this month. Pretti was shot and killed on the morning of January 24, 2026.
ICE Whistles at Renee Good Memorial, Minneapolis
January 2026
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ICE Whistles at the Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis. Whistles are used to warn others of federal agents in the area.
Flowers Placed at Renee Good Memorial, Minneapolis
January 2026
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A young girl places flowers at the Renee Good memorial on Portland Ave in South Minneapolis.
Portland Ave Community Barricades, Minneapolis
January 2026
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Street barricades on Portland Avenue where Renee Good was killed by an ICE agent the day before.
Film The Fascists, Minneapolis
January 2026
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Street barricades on Portland Avenue where Renee Good was killed by an ICE agent the day before.
"Dear Press, You're pointing cameras at the wrong people. Film the fascists"
Renee Good Street Barricades, Minneapolis
January 2026
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Street barricades on Portland Avenue where the Renee Good Memorial is.
Get The Fuck Out, Minneapolis
January 2026
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Graffiti on the street where Renee Good was killed by an ICE agent on January 7, 2026.
Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis
January 2026
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Memorial for Renee Good on Portland Ave In Minneapolis.
The Star Tribune has identified the ICE agent who shot and killed Good as Jonathan Ross.
Lighting Candles at Renee Good Memorial
January 2026
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A couple light candles at the Renee Good Memorial on the first night after she was killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
Street Barricades after Renee Good killing
January 2026
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Street barricades on Portland Avenue after the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent earlier in the day.
ICE KILLS Graffiti in Minneapolis Snow
January 2026
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ICE KILLS written in the snow on Portland Avenue after Renee Good was killed by an ICE agent earlier in the day.
Representative Melissa Hortman Memorial at State Capitol
June 2025
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A growing memorial at the Minnesota State Capitol for State Representative Melissa Hortman.
Hortman was assassinated along with her husband in their home on June 14th. A massive manhunt followed leading to the arrest of Vance Boelter. Boelter is also accused of shooting State Senator John Hoffman and his wife in their home.
Melissa Hortman Memorial at Minnesota State Capitol
June 2025
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A growing memorial at the Minnesota State Capitol for State Representative Melissa Hortman.
Hortman was assassinated along with her husband in their home on June 14th. A massive manhunt followed leading to the arrest of Vance Boelter. Boelter is also accused of shooting State Senator John Hoffman and his wife in their home.
Melissa Hortman Yard Sign
June 2025
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A Melissa Hortman yard sign in Brooklyn Park in the days following her assassination.
Memorial at Melissa Hortman’s Home
June 2025
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A memorial outside of Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman's home. She was assassinated along with her husband that lead to a 2 day manhunt for Vance Boelter.
Melissa Hortman home after assassination
June 2025
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The home of Melissa Hortman, the Minnesota Representative who was assassinated on June 14th.
Memorial at Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman’s Home
June 2025
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A memorial outside of Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman's home. She was assassinated along with her husband that lead to a 2 day manhunt for Vance Boelter.
Amir Locke’s family at Say Their Names Cemetery
May 2025
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The family of Amir Locke at the Amir Locke marker in Say Their Names Cemetery on the 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
George Floyd Memorial on 5th anniversary
May 2025
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A woman lays a flower down on the 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder. The site has been a place of protest since the 2020 murder.
George Floyd’s Memorial on 5th Anniversary
May 2025
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George Floyd Square on the 5th anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. The area where Floyd was killed has been a place of protest ever since.
5th Anniversary at the George Floyd Memorial
May 2025
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George Floyd Square on the 5th anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. The area where Floyd was killed has been a place of protest ever since.
5th Anniversary of George Floyd’s Murder
May 2025
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George Floyd Square on the 5th anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. The area where Floyd was killed has been a place of protest ever since.
RIP TRANSTIFA
May 2025
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A mural reading "RIP TRANSTIFA" seen on Lake Street.
Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square
August 2024
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Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square in August 2024. Wright was killed by Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter in April 2021. Potter was found guilty of 1st and 2nd degree manslaughter and sentenced to 2 years in prison in December 2021.
Samuel Sharpe Memorial in Milwaukee
July 2024
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A memorial in Milwaukee where Samuel Sharpe Jr. was killed by Columbus Police. Milwaukee Police has said 5 Columbus officers, who are in town for the RNC, shot the man after they witnessed an altercation with another man in which Sharpe refused to drop a knife.
Samuel Sharpe Jr. Memorial in Milwaukee
July 2024
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Carlos Davis at a memorial in Milwaukee where Samuel Sharpe Jr. was killed by Columbus Police. Milwaukee Police has said 5 Columbus officers, who are in town for the RNC, shot the man after they witnessed an altercation with another man in which Sharpe refused to drop a knife.
Jamal Mitchell Memorial at police station
June 2024
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Memorial for Minneapolis officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting on May 30th, 2024 while responding.
Jamal Mitchell Squad Car Memorial
June 2024
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Memorial for Minneapolis officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting on May 30th, 2024 while responding.
Blaisdell Ave Jamal Mitchell memorial
June 2024
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Memorial for Minneapolis officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting on May 30th, 2024 while responding.
Flowers at Jamal Mitchell Memorial on Blaisdell
June 2024
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Memorial for Minneapolis officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting on May 30th, 2024 while responding.
George Floyd Memorial, 4th Anniversary
May 2024
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New artwork at the location George Floyd was killed by Derek Chauvin and 3 other Minneapolis Police officers. As seen on the 4th anniversary of his death.
Metro Transit buses back at George Floyd Square
April 2024
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The Metro Transit 23 bus returned to George Floyd Square a few weeks ago joining the cars that returned almost 3 years ago. The area was primarily pedestrian only for about a year following Floyd's Chicago Ave murder.
Robert Skafte Memorial in Minneapolis
December 2023
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Memorial outside the Oak Grove Grocery in Minneapolis, which remains closed. Lots of photos and letters from friends and neighbors remembering Robert Skafte who was stabbed to death inside the store last week. Today a judge ordered a competency exam for the man charged in the murder.
Robert Skafte Memorial in Loring Park
December 2023
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Memorial outside the Oak Grove Grocery in Minneapolis, which remains closed. Lots of photos and letters from friends and neighbors remembering Robert Skafte who was stabbed to death inside the store last week. Today a judge ordered a competency exam for the man charged in the murder.
George Floyd Memorial in the winter
March 2023
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The George Floyd Memorial inside George Floyd Square on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis.
Say Their Names Cemetery, George Floyd Square
January 2023
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"Say Their Names Cemetery" near George Floyd Square on January 7, 2023. The memorial was installed not long after George Floyd's murder in May 2020. Each headstone holds the name of a victim of police violence.
Minneapolis the City of Finding Out
August 2022
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A sign at George Floyd Square reading "Minneapolis City of Finding Out”. The area has been a protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Memorial in Minneapolis for kids victim of gun violence
June 2022
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A memorial for the children who have been killed by gun violence. In May 2021 6-year old Aniya Allen was killed after the vehicle she was riding was caught in crossfire.
Calvin Horton Memorial at Cadillac Pawn, Minneapolis
May 2022
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A memorial for Calvin Horton on the 2 year anniversary of his death.
He was shot and killed during looting following the May 25th murder of George Floyd.
George Floyd Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery
May 2022
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On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery.
Leneesha Helen Columbus Memorial in Minneapolis
May 2022
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A memorial for Leneesha Helen Columbus Memorial who was shot and killed in South Minneapolis in July 2020.
Murphy Ranks Memorial in George Floyd Square April 2022
April 2022
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The Dameon Chambers (Murphy Ranks) Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. Chambers was killed on Juneteenth 2020.
Imez Wright Memorial outside the door of Cup Foods
April 2022
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A memorial for Imez Wright who was fatally shot on March 6, 2021.
Historic George Floyd Square sign outside Cup Foods
April 2022
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A sign reading "Historic George Floyd Memorial" at George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Square Memorial in the snow
January 2022
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George Floyd Square as the federal civil rights trial of 3 former officers enters it's second week of testimony in a St. Paul.
Memorial Under Minneapolis
January 2022
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A memorial for a local activist with "no cops in heaven" painted on the walls.
Daunte Wright Memorial after Kim Potter verdict
December 2021
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Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square in December 2021.
Air freshners at Daunte Wright Memorial
December 2021
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Air freshners hanging at the Daunte Wright Memorial in Brooklyn Center. They signify the item that it's been said he was pulled over for.
Snow at the Daunte Wright Memorial
December 2021
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The Daunte Wright memorial in Brooklyn Center.
No Answers No Streets at Murphy Ranks Memorial
November 2021
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The Murphy Ranks Memorial on Chicago Avenue inside George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Square Murphy Ranks Barricades
October 2021
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The Murphy Ranks memorial at George Floyd Square after Minneapolis Public Works made an attempt to clear it.
Dolal Idd Memorial on Cedar Ave
October 2021
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A memorial for Dolal Idd. Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on the day before New Years Eve after they say he fired at them first while in his car at a Holiday Gas Station.
Winston Smith Was Assassinated Here Vigil
October 2021
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A vigil for Winston Smith who was killed 4 months ago. The vigil at Lake Street and Girard Ave is outside the parking ramp Winston Smith was killed at the top of by law enforcement.
Murphy Ranks memorial at GFS September 2021
September 2021
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Memorial for Dameon “Murphy Ranks” Chambers. Chambers was killed on Juneteenth 2020.
3 Months No Answers Winston Smith
September 2021
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A vigil on the 3 months anniversary of the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith.
We Will Never Stop Demanding Answers
September 2021
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A vigil is held for Winston Smith who was killed by law enforcement 3 months earlier on this day.
Leneesha Columbus memorial in Minneapolis
August 2021
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A memorial for Leneesha Columbus, who was shot and killed on July 5th, 2020 near George Floyd Square.
Emmett Till Memorial in Minneapolis
August 2021
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A memorial for Emmett Till at the Say Their Names Memorial near George Floyd Square.
Wince Way sign in Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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A sign that reads "Wince Way" behind the newly installed security fencing outside the Lake & Girard parking ramp and Wince Marie Garden.
Deona Marie Memorial after being cleared
July 2021
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A few candles and flowers remain at the memorial for Deona Knajdek a week after the space was cleared by private security contractors. Knajdek was killed while protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith 10 days prior when a car dove through barricades put in place by protesters.
Protesters climb fencing at Winston Smith protest site
July 2021
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Protesters climb the fence outside the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials. The memorials had been cleared by private security contractors earlier in the morning.
CRG Security in Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue.
The space had been a protest zone since June 3rd after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades that were put in place to protect protesters.
Deona Marie Memorial after clearing by police
July 2021
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The Deona Marie Memorial after it was cleared in the morning by private security contractors.
Signs outside the newly cleared Winston Smith Protest
July 2021
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Signs laying against newly installed barricades outside what was the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorials.
Fencing goes up at Winston Smith protest site
July 2021
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Minneapolis Police outside what was the Wince Marie Memorial Garden. Private security and police cleared the lot and fencing was put up.July 17, 2021
Winston Smith Memorial Garden clearing
July 2021
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Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Minneapolis police at Winston Smith peace garden
July 2021
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Protesters and who the police call "hot rodders" shut down streets in Uptown Minneapolis. Police moved in hours later and the crowd dispersed. Minneapolis Police declared an unlawful assembly but eventually left without making any arrests.
Sun Dog at George Floyd Square
July 2021
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A "sun dog" at George Floyd Square. Apparently sun dogs are rare in the summer?
Winston Smith Memorial on top of parking ramp
July 2021
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The Winston Smith Memorial at the spot where he was killed by law enforcement.
Deona Marie Memorial June 30 2021
June 2021
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A memorial for Deona Marie Knajdek. Deona was killed by a man who drove through barricades that were put in place to protect those protesting the June 3rd killing of Winston Smith by law enforcement.
Garden forming at Winston Smith protest site
June 2021
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A memorial garden being built by protesters who have gathered since the June 3rd and June 13th killings of Winston Smith and Deona Marie.
Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith.
Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.
Winston Smith Memorial on a summer day
June 2021
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A memorial for Winston Smith on top of Seven Points parking ramp. Smith was killed on June 3rd by members of a Federal Task
Barricaded alleys in Uptown Minneapolis
June 2021
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Alleys barricaded on Lake Street in Minneapolis.
The area has been a place of protest since Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on top of a nearby parking ramp.
Fuck 12 No Justice No Street in Minneapolis
June 2021
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"No Justice No Street" written on a sidewalk outside "Wince Marie Way" The area in Uptown Minneapolis has been a place of protest since the June 3rd law enforcement killing of Winston Smith and the June 13th killing of Deona Marie.
Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.
Looking down at Winston Smith and Deona Marie protest space
June 2021
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Protesters in Minneapolis continue to hold space at Lake Street and Girard in Uptown Minneapolis. Protesters have gathered since the June 3rd law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith and the June 13th killing of Deona Marie.
Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.
RIP Winston Smith written on Uptown storefronts
June 2021
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"RIP Winston Smith" written on the side of a business at Lake and Hennepin. Winston Smith was killed by a Federal Task Force on June 3rd.
Deona Marie candle light vigil on Lake Street
June 2021
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Deona Marie memorial at Lake & Girard. Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the Federal Task Force killing of Winston Smith 10 days prior.
Winston Smith art in Uptown Minneapolis
June 2021
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Minneapolis protesters continue to hold space through the night around Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials. Stronger barricades blocking vehicles on W. Lake between Hennepin and Fremont where I saw several references to "Boogie World", Boogie is Winston Smith's middle name.
Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd and Deona Marie was killed when a man drove a vehicle through protesters barricades.
Barricaded streets at Girard Ave in Uptown Minneapolis
June 2021
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Protesters place barricades around Lake Street in Minneapolis. Protesters have been holding space near the shooting death of Winston Smith on June 3rd.
Officials say Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.
Protesters paint at Winston Smith memorial
June 2021
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Protesters paint "Stop the cover up" on a private drive outside of where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd. This was the 2nd time it was painted red in as many days after the red was removed.
Protest art in Uptown Minneapolis
June 2021
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"Stop The Cover Up" written on a private drive near the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed by Law Enforcement on June 3rd. 10 days later Deona Marie was killed when a man drove his vehicle through barricades meant to protect protesters.
Winston Smith memorial on top of parking garage
June 2021
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The Winston Smith memorial on top of the parking ramp where he was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2020.
On top of the Winston Smith parking garage
June 2021
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Graffiti on windows on the top floor of the Seven Points parking ramp where Winston Smith was shot and killed by a Federal Task Force on June 3rd.
Winston Smith memorial site
June 2021
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Winston Smith memorial on top of the parking ramp that he was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd.
Officials say Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons as part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.
It Takes a Revolution sign at George Floyd Square
June 2021
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A t-shirt and sign placed at the George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.
We love you Winston Smith
June 2021
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"We love you Winston" written on a pillar next to where Winston Smith was shot and killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2021.
Names of police violence victims in chalk in Uptown Minneapolis
June 2021
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The names of others effected by police violence written on the top of the parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement days earlier.
Flowers and candles where Winston Smith was killed
June 2021
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Roses and candles cover the ground where Winston Smith was killed by a Federal Task Force on June 3rd.
A memorial outside parking ramp Winston Smith was killed
June 2021
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A memorial for Winston Smith on Lake Street. Smith was killed on June 3rd by a Federal task force on top of a nearby parking ramp.
Winston Smith vigil after being shot and killed by police
June 2021
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Community gathers around a candle lit vigil where Winston Smith was killed the day earlier by a Federal task force.
Protesters with candles at Winston Smith vigil
June 2021
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A vigil being held at the spot where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd.
Candles being lit at Winston Smith vigil
June 2021
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Candles being lit at a vigil for Winston Smith who was shot and killed by law enforcement on June 4th, 2021.
The vigil was held at the top of the parking ramp where he was shot and killed the day earlier by a Federal task force.
Say Their Names Cemetery Memorial in Minneapolis
June 2021
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The "Say Their Names Cemetery" in South Minneapolis near George Floyd Square. The cemetery holds the names of those who suffered from police violence.
Say Their Names Cemetery on 1 year anniversary
May 2021
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Say Their Names Cemetery with candles on the 1-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder.
Memorialize The Movement exhibit in Minneapolis
May 2021
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Save the Boards to Memorialize the Movement exhibited 87 of the almost a thousand boards they've saved at Phelps Park, next to George Floyd Square.
Save The Boards exhibit at Phelps Park
May 2021
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Save the Boards to Memorialize the Movement exhibited 87 of the almost a thousand boards they've saved at Phelps Park, next to George Floyd Square.
Save the Boards to Memorialize The Movement exhibit
May 2021
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Save the Boards to Memorialize the Movement exhibited 87 of the almost a thousand boards they've saved at Phelps Park, next to George Floyd Square.
Fire Arts Center in George Floyd Square in May 2021
May 2021
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The front of the Chicago Fire Arts Center at the George Floyd Memorial in South Minneapolis.
Flowers at Daunte Wright Memorial in Minneapolis
April 2021
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A Daunte Wright memorial at George Floyd Square. Daunte Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2021.
Peoples Power Love Fest at George Floyd Square
April 2021
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“The Peoples Power Love Fest” at George Floyd Square.
Jay Webb at George Floyd Square
April 2021
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The gardener at George Floyd Square plants flowers and plants around the memorial.
Convict all 4 killer cops protest signs in Minneapolis
March 2021
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A George Floyd memorial outside the courthouse on March 7, 2021 in Minneapolis where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is taking place.
Ice and snow at George Floyd Square
February 2021
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The George Floyd mural at George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis in Winter 2021.
I Can’t Breathe George Floyd Memorial
February 2021
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Rare winter rainfall covering the George Floyd Memorial with ice.
Minneapolis Park and Rec George Floyd Square
January 2021
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A repurposed Minneapolis Park & Recreation sign at George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Square during a snowstorm
January 2021
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Snow falls over the metal fist at George Floyd Square.
Cars drive through George Floyd Square in January 2021
January 2021
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On Martin Luther King day a metal fist replaced what was originally a wooden first and then a wooden hand. “Like the materials of the Black Power fist that stand in the center of the Square, we are evolving and becoming a stronger community every day.”
George Floyd Memorial after fresh snowfall
December 2020
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The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square after a fresh December snowfall.
George Floyd Square in November 2020
November 2020
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The site of George Floyd's death on the 6 month anniversary of his death. Located at 38th and Chicago Ave in Minneapolis.