Minneapolis

5,036 photos · 2008–2026

5,036 photographs tagged Minneapolis, 2008–2026.

A security guard walks past colorful murals on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. — A security guard stands watch on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, a thoroughfare known for its vibrant cultural landscape and community engagement.

Yellow and black fist symbol on garage door at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. — Art adorns a garage door at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, a site that became a focal point for protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

A pedestrian walks past a George Floyd mural on Unity Foods in Minneapolis at 38th and Chicago Avenue. — A mural honoring George Floyd is displayed on the side of Unity Foods, formerly known as Cup Foods, located at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. This intersection became a focal point of protests and activism following Floyd's murder in May 2020.

Memorial site at Unity Foods storefront on Chicago Avenue and 38th Street in Minneapolis, marked with flowers and colored ribbons — The George Floyd Memorial outside Cup Foods at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and 38th Street in South Minneapolis, an area that became known as George Floyd Square. This site marks the location where George Floyd was killed on May 25, 2020.

Reggie LeFlore's green and yellow train mural under a bridge on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A mural by Reggie LeFlore on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. The Midtown Greenway is a 5.7-mile paved trail built on a former railroad corridor, connecting the Mississippi River to the western edge of the city.

Construction site along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis with snow-covered ground and building framing visible. — Construction is underway for new developments adjacent to the Midtown Greenway and 11th Avenue in Minneapolis, as seen on March 19, 2023. The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5-mile-long multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

Fenced Roof Depot building site in South Minneapolis viewed from the Midtown Greenway in winter. — Fenced off Roof Depot building in South Minneapolis as seen from the Midtown Greenway.

Civil disobedience sticker on utility box in East Phillips neighborhood, South Minneapolis. — A sticker advocating for "Civil Disobedience" in support of the East Phillips neighborhood is affixed to a utility box in South Minneapolis. The sticker reflects ongoing community efforts to protect the East Phillips neighborhood from the proposed Roof Depot expansion, a project that has faced significant opposition due to environmental and health concerns.

City of Minneapolis public health warning flyers about an airborne toxic event posted on a yellow wall. — These "Public Health Warning: Airborne Toxic Event" flyers were posted in Minneapolis, likely in response to the demolition of the Roof Depot building. The flyers instruct residents to call a phone number for information on how to plan and protect themselves, stating that the city is set to begin mitigation of an airborne toxic event. The message lists several neighborhoods at risk, including Phillips, Powderhorn, Central, Corcoran, Longfellow, and Seward.

Night Church Uptown Pizza Party Flyer in Minneapolis — A flyer for the Uptown Pizza Party dance party in Minneapolis.

Illuminated replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa displayed in a restaurant window on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — The Leaning Tower of Pizza, a restaurant located on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis, features a decorative replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The establishment's name and decor playfully reference the famous Italian landmark.

Trash and debris litter railroad tracks at Cedar-Riverside LRT station in Minneapolis at night. — Discarded needles and trash line the tracks at the Cedar-Riverside LRT station.

Story Mapping The Wedge Flyer in Minneapolis — A "Story Mapping The Wedge" flyer as seen on Lyndale Ave in Minneapolis.

Mural on Minnehaha Avenue showing budget pie charts and cyclist, titled "A Budget is a Moral Document." — This mural on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis, titled "A Budget is a Moral Document," was created in the aftermath of the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. The artwork visually dissects a city budget into pie charts, illustrating the allocation of public funds totaling $1.59 billion.

A lone figure stands at the snow-covered intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis during a snowstorm. Traffic lights glow red through falling snow. — A lone figure stands at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis during a heavy snowstorm. Traffic lights cast red glows through the falling snow, illuminating tire tracks in the snow-covered roadway.

The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building, damaged by fire and secured with fencing, sits vacant and snow-covered after civil unrest in May 2020. — The Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building, vacant and covered in snow, is secured by fencing and barbed wire. The structure shows visible damage from fire and is partially obscured by falling snow. The precinct has been unoccupied since it was damaged during civil unrest in May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd. The ongoing presence of security measures highlights the lasting impact of the events on the city's public facilities.

Lyndale Avenue under heavy snowfall — A powerless Up-Down and Lyndale Avenue during a blizzard.

Snow-covered residential street in Minneapolis during an April blizzard. — Snow blankets a residential street in Minneapolis during an April 2023 blizzard. Homes line the snow-covered road, with trees laden with snow obscuring the view.

Snow-covered Minneapolis street during an April blizzard, with traffic signs glowing in the storm. — A snow-covered street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during an April blizzard in 2023.

Green Room music venue illuminated at night on a corner in Uptown Minneapolis. — The Green Room, a live music, food, and drink venue, opened in January 2023 in Uptown Minneapolis. Located at the corner of Lagoon Avenue and Girard Avenue, it occupies the space formerly held by The Pourhouse.

Wooden benches line the sidewalk outside Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — Wooden benches sit outside Bryant Lake Bowl, a bowling alley and theater on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The venue opened in 1997 and includes a cabaret theater alongside its bowling lanes.

Police vehicles line a street in Minneapolis's Dinkytown neighborhood following the University of Minnesota's NCAA hockey championship loss. — Minneapolis Police units were present in the Dinkytown neighborhood following the University of Minnesota's loss in the NCAA men's hockey championship.

Dinkytown neighborhood in Minneapolis lit up at night with downtown skyline and buildings in background. — Dinkytown, Minneapolis: Aftermath of NCAA Hockey Championship Loss, April 2023. The University of Minnesota campus area is shown at night following the Gophers' defeat in the NCAA Men's Hockey Championship.

A banner reading "WHAT THE FUCK IS QUINNIPIAC" hangs on a stone building during an NCAA hockey championship event in Minneapolis. — A banner questioning the existence of Quinnipiac University was displayed on a building at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis during the NCAA National Hockey Championship.

SWAT team at University of Minnesota — Minneapolis Police units were present at the University of Minnesota campus following the NCAA Men's Hockey Championship game on April 8, 2023. The Quinnipiac Bobcats defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers in overtime, leading to disappointment among fans.

Minneapolis police squad cars in dinkytown with lights on — Minneapolis Police vehicles are shown in the Dinkytown neighborhood near the University of Minnesota campus on the night of March 25, 2023. The presence of police cars followed a college hockey game at the nearby arena, where the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers lost to Quinnipiac University in the NCAA tournament.

No new precinct signs on new precinct renderings — Renderings for a proposed new Minneapolis Police Department Third Precinct building are displayed at a community meeting. The project has faced significant opposition, as indicated by the "NO NEW PRECINCT HERE" and "NO NEW PRECINCT ANYWHERE" signs affixed to the displays.

Community at a third precinct police station meeting — Aommunity meeting is held in Minneapolis concerning the proposed relocation of the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct. The meeting, one of five public forums, addressed community concerns and distrust towards the MPD, with many attendees expressing opposition to a new precinct altogether. The discussions highlighted the historical context and community sentiment surrounding the 3rd Precinct, particularly in the wake of the Minneapolis Uprising.

Third precinct community roundtable meeting — Community members gathered for a public meeting concerning the proposed new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The meeting, held outdoors near the Augsburg University Theater, addressed community concerns and historical distrust of the Minneapolis Police Department, particularly in relation to the 3rd Precinct. Many attendees expressed opposition to the construction of a new precinct, reflecting ongoing tensions and discussions following the 2020 Minneapolis uprising.

Robin Wonsley speaks at third precinct meeting — City Council Member Robin Wonsley addresses attendees at a community meeting in Minneapolis concerning the proposed new 3rd Precinct police station. The meeting, one of five held to discuss the precinct's future, was marked by significant public distrust of the Minneapolis Police Department and the history of the existing precinct. Many participants expressed opposition to a new station altogether, reflecting ongoing community concerns about policing in Minneapolis.

Art on the former third precinct police station — Projection art illuminates the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building, a site that became a focal point during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. The projections display text related to racial justice and inequality, reflecting the sentiments expressed during public meetings about the precinct's future. Many residents voiced distrust in the Minneapolis Police Department and questioned the necessity of a new precinct, highlighting a complex history and ongoing community concerns.

Chicago-Lake Liquors storefront on Lake Street in Minneapolis with adjacent residential buildings at sunset. — Chicago-Lake Liquors is a liquor store at the corner of Chicago Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis, its storefront covered in a colorful mural along the sidewalk.

Meeting on future of the third precinct — In the 2nd public meeting geared towards non-business owners, the city along with a 3rd party is seeking feedback on which of 2 locations a 3rd precinct should be built. Prior to breaking out into groups, a few questions were taken from those in opposition to any new precinct.

Heather Johnston speaks at third precinct meeting — Heather Johnston speaks at a community meeting held at the Midtown Exchange in Minneapolis. The meeting, organized by the city and a third party, sought public input on potential locations for a new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. Prior to the breakout sessions, attendees voiced opposition to the construction of any new police precinct.

Protester holds up no new third precinct sign in Minneapolis — Minneapolis residents voiced opposition to a proposed new police precinct during a community meeting at the Midtown Exchange. The meeting, intended to gather feedback from non-business owners on potential locations for the precinct, saw attendees express concerns and questions prior to breaking into discussion groups. The protest sign held by a resident clearly states, "WE DO NOT WANT YOUR PRECINCT HERE! NOR THERE! WE DO NOT WANT IT ANYWHERE!" This event reflects ongoing community discussions and tensions surrounding policing in Minneapolis.

Richard Zimmerman speaks at third precinct meeting — Minneapolis Police homicide detective Richard Zimmerman, who testified in the Derek Chauvin trial, speaks at a community meeting regarding the rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct.

Third precinct community meeting sign — A poster titled "The Future In Ruins: Over the Third Precinct" is held up at a community meeting in Minneapolis. The document outlines the goals of People's Movement Assemblies, which aim to create community safety strategies and restore power to neighborhoods. It also details plans for the relocation and redevelopment of the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct, with assemblies scheduled to begin in May 2024 at Walker Community Church.

Dont tell me this town aint got heart sign — Posters with the phrases "Don't tell me this town ain't got no heart" and "You just gotta walk around" are displayed on utility boxes in Minneapolis.

Northstar commuter train number 501 stops at a downtown Minneapolis station near construction. — The Northstar Line, operated by Metro Transit, provides commuter rail service between Minneapolis and Big Lake, Minnesota. Introduced in 2009, the Northstar Line was developed to offer an alternative to highway travel and reduce traffic congestion along the U.S. Route 10 corridor.

Winston Smith was assassinated by the MPD — Graffiti on a construction fence along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis reads "WINSTON SMITH WAS ASSASSINATED BY THE MPD." This message refers to the death of Winston Smith, who was killed by Minneapolis Police Department officers in June 2021. The incident occurred during an attempt to serve a federal warrant.

Two Metro Transit blue and yellow light rail trains on parallel tracks in Minneapolis with brick buildings behind. — Metro Transit light rail trains operate on tracks in downtown Minneapolis, connecting the city with surrounding areas. The Blue Line, visible here, began service in 2004, providing a vital link between Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, Mall of America, and downtown Minneapolis.

1010 Wine and Spirits in Minneapolis — 1010 Washington Wine & Spirits is a retail establishment located at 1010 Washington Avenue in Minneapolis.

Marquee for "Smelling Elon's Musk" at Brave New Workshop theater on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — The Dudley Riggs Theatre on Hennepin Avenue is home to Brave New Workshop, a satirical sketch comedy company founded in 1958. It bills itself as the oldest running satire theater in the United States, staging original topical revues rather than scripted plays from other writers. "Smelling Elon's Musk" is one of the company's recurring comedy productions, following its practice of naming shows after current events and public figures. The theater sits within a stretch of downtown Minneapolis venues along Hennepin Avenue that has long served the city's live entertainment .

No New Third Not Now Not Ever Flyers MPD 2023 — Flyers protesting the proposed rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct are displayed on a wooden structure. The flyers, which read "NO NEW THIRD. NOT NOW. NOT EVER." and "WE REMEMBER GEORGE FLOYD. WE DEMAND ABOLITION.", reference the precinct's destruction during the 2020 George Floyd protests. The city had been holding "community listening sessions" to gather input on whether to rebuild the precinct at its original location or elsewhere.

Minneapolis Police squad cars parked in front of Target on sidewalk — Minneapolis Police squad cars are parked on the sidewalk of Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis in April 2023.

Soul Asylum Unplugged at the State Theatre in Minneapolis — Soul Asylum Unplugged at the State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis on April 15, 2023.

No New Third flyers on third precinct police station — Flyers demanding "NO NEW THIRD" and "WE DEMAND ABOLITION" are posted on a fence surrounding the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The precinct was damaged during protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The city has been holding community listening sessions to determine whether to rebuild a police precinct at the site or elsewhere. These flyers reflect ongoing activism and community sentiment regarding policing in Minneapolis.

Government Plaza light rail station entrance in downtown Minneapolis with boarded windows and yellow chain barriers at night. — Government Plaza LRT station in downtown Minneapolis.

Toms Watch Bar in April 2023 Hennepin Ave — Tom's Watch Bar, a sports bar located on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, is pictured in April 2023. The establishment is designed to cater to sports enthusiasts, featuring numerous screens for viewing games and a facade decorated with sports-related iconography.

Hennepin Public Safety Building in April 2023 — The Hennepin County Public Safety Facility in Downtown Minneapolis, photographed in April 2023, is a central hub for county law enforcement and judicial operations. The building houses the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, the county jail, and court facilities, serving as a critical component of the justice system for the region.

Shut Down Herc poster in Minneapolis — A protest flyer posted on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis calls for the "Shut Down HERC!!" The flyer states that the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC) emits mercury, lead, carbon monoxide, and dioxins, which are cancer-causing chemicals that poison the air daily and affect nearby neighborhoods.

The only good tree is a dead tree Cop CIty flyer — A flyer protesting the proposed Public Safety Training Center, commonly referred to as "Cop City," is affixed to a utility pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.

Stone Arch Bridge's arches span turbulent Mississippi River waters in Minneapolis. — The Stone Arch Bridge, completed in 1883, spans the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. Originally built by railroad magnate James J. Hill, it served as a vital transportation link for the Great Northern Railway.

Stone Arch Bridge crosses the Mississippi River at St. Anthony Falls in Minneapolis with white-water rapids visible below. — The Stone Arch Bridge crosses the Mississippi River just below St. Anthony Falls, connecting downtown Minneapolis to the Marcy-Holmes and St. Anthony West neighborhoods. James J. Hill built it in 1883 for his Great Northern Railway, using granite and limestone arches to carry trains across the river to his depot. The bridge stretches roughly 2,100 feet and rests on 23 arches, several set at a curve to align with the railway's approach.

No More Brutal Police Sign in Minneapolis — A sign posted in South Minneapolis reads "Minneapolis Third Precinct Survey: No More Brutal Police." The poster refers to the city's effort to rebuild the third precinct police station after it was burned by protesters in May 2020.

Midtown Greenway trail under 28th Street in Minneapolis, lined with bridge supports. — The Midtown Greenway passes beneath 28th Street in Minneapolis. The paved trail runs through a corridor of concrete bridge supports and adjacent street access points.

Metro Transit stay off the tracks sign at a Hennepin Avenue bus stop in Minneapolis. — Metro Transit safety signage at a bus stop on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The sign warns pedestrians to stay off the tracks near the transit corridor in Uptown.

Minneapolis skyline viewed from St. Louis Park at night, with Highway 100 in the foreground. The highway, built in stages from the 1950s-1970s, connects western suburbs to the city. — The Minneapolis skyline is visible from Woodale Avenue in St. Louis Park, with Highway 100 in the foreground. Highway 100, officially known as the Crosstown Highway, was constructed in stages from the 1950s through the 1970s to alleviate traffic congestion in the western suburbs and connect them to Minneapolis. The highway serves as a vital artery for commuters and commerce, facilitating access to the downtown business district and other key areas of the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

Colorful murals on Lake Street — Lake Street in South Minneapolis is a vibrant commercial corridor known for its diverse businesses and public art. This mural, featuring colorful butterflies and abstract patterns, adorns the side of a building, adding visual interest to the urban environment.

2nd Avenue North street sign in downtown Minneapolis mounted on an overhead traffic structure. — 2nd Avenue North street signage in downtown Minneapolis. It's mounted on an overhead traffic structure beside ongoing high-rise development in the central business district.

Sailboats anchored on Bde Maka Ska lake with a jogger on the grassy shore beneath bare trees. — Sailboats on Bde Maka Ska in South Minneapolis in May 2023.

Street vendor on Lake Street — A street vendor displays plush toys for sale on Lake Street in Minneapolis, with the prominent Park & Lake Car Wash signage visible in the background.

418 Third Avenue North in Minneapolis’s Warehouse District, with downtown buildings behind it. — 418 Third Avenue North is a building in Minneapolis’s Warehouse District. The site sits among older industrial structures near downtown Minneapolis.

Portland Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis with traffic and storefronts. — Portland Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis. The commercial corridor includes storefronts, traffic signals, and the elevated I-35W overpass nearby.

Warehouse District buildings in downtown Minneapolis, with historic brick warehouses and newer residential towers. — Warehouse District buildings in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The district contains late-19th- and early-20th-century brick commercial and warehouse blocks that were built for the city’s riverfront and rail-based wholesale trade. Newer residential towers now stand among the surviving masonry structures as the area has been redeveloped for housing and mixed commercial use.

Crowds eating on Nicollet Mall in the summer — Restaurant patios line Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, a pedestrian mall that has served as a central public space and commercial corridor since its establishment in 1967.

Antennas on the top of IDS Center — Closeup of the top of the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis, the tallest building in Minnesota.

Neon sign for Green Room music venue advertising live music, food, and drink in Uptown Minneapolis. — The Green Room, a new music venue located in Uptown Minneapolis, offers live music, food, and drinks.

Violence interrupters walking in blue shirts in Minneapolis — Violence Prevention Workers in Downtown Minneapolis. These individuals are part of T.W.C.H. (The Way to Change), an organization focused on community safety and violence interruption.

Uptown theater with half the lights lit up in Minneapolis — The Uptown Theater on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis is undergoing renovation. Originally opened in 1929, the venue has been a significant cultural landmark in the Uptown neighborhood. Following its extensive refurbishment, it is slated to reopen as one of the city's largest music venues.

Colorful downtown skyline colors Foshay IDS — The Minneapolis skyline is illuminated at dusk, viewed from the Uptown neighborhood. Prominent structures include the IDS Center, recognizable by its golden illumination, and the Foshay Tower, a historic Art Deco skyscraper that was Minneapolis's first.

Metro Transit Police at Lake St Station Squad Cars — Metro Transit Police patrol the area around the I-35W & Lake Street Station in Minneapolis in May 2023. This station serves as a key transit hub for the city, connecting bus and light rail services.

Muhim's Café storefront with illuminated sign on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Muhim's Café operates on Lake Street in Minneapolis, a corridor long known for its concentration of East African, Latino, and immigrant-owned small businesses. Lake Street serves as one of the city's primary commercial thoroughfares, running east-west through south Minneapolis and connecting neighborhoods including Whittier, Powderhorn, and the Longfellow area. Many storefronts along the corridor were damaged or destroyed following the unrest of 2020, prompting a wave of rebuilding and new business openings in subsequent years.

Blue patio chairs and tables on a rooftop bar in Uptown Minneapolis. — Rooftop chairs at a bar in Uptown Minneapolis in May 2023.

Franklin-Nicollet Liquor Store's vintage neon sign at Franklin and Nicollet Avenues in Minneapolis. — Franklin-Nicollet Liquor Store sits at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis's Whittier neighborhood. Its sign, with a "Drive-In" marquee mounted above the main liquor lettering, a style of mid-20th-century commercial signage once common along the city's major avenues.

Franklin-Nicollet Liquor Store vintage sign with drive-in and store signage on Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis. — Franklin-Nicollet Liquor Store, Minneapolis, is identified by a large roadside sign on Nicollet Avenue. The store’s drive-in service sign remains part of the property’s long-standing retail frontage.

Signs inside fire arts george floyd memorial — The Fire Arts Center at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis is illuminated by red light in May 2023. The building's windows display numerous posters and signs that were originally left at the George Floyd Memorial in the days following his death.

24 Demands at the Peoples Way George Floyd Square — The intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, known as George Floyd Square or The People's Way, became a focal point of protest following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The area was occupied by activists and community members for an extended period, serving as a space for remembrance, activism, and community organizing.

Blue Pioneer Press sign mounted on fencing at the Star Tribune printing facility in Minneapolis. — The Pioneer Press, a St. Paul daily, was printed for years at the Star Tribune's Heritage Center plant in Minneapolis. The Star Tribune ended printing operations at the facility on December 27, 2025, shifting the work to a Gannett plant in Des Moines, Iowa.

Blue printing press machinery with white newsprint roll at the Star Tribune Heritage Center facility in Minneapolis. — This press unit sits inside the Star Tribune's printing plant in Minneapolis, where the newspaper's daily editions were produced for decades. The paper ceased printing operations at this facility on December 27, 2025, shifting production to a Gannett plant in Des Moines, Iowa.

Blue printing presses stand idle on the manufacturing floor of Star Tribune's Heritage Center facility in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune's Heritage Center printing plant in Minneapolis housed the presses that produced the paper's daily editions for decades. The Star Tribune ceased printing operations at this plant on December 27, 2025, shifting production to a Gannett facility in Des Moines, Iowa.

Decorative blue and green printing press rollers with metal wheels positioned above a large white paper roll at the Star Tribune manufacturing facility in Minneapolis. — This printing press sits in the Star Tribune's Heritage Center plant in Minneapolis, where rollers guide massive rolls of newsprint through the machinery during production. The Star Tribune ended printing operations at this plant on December 27, 2025, shifting the work to a Gannett facility in Des Moines, Iowa.

Ink rollers and yellow guide mechanism on a newspaper printing press at the Star Tribune Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune's printing plant in Minneapolis, part of the Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility, housed the presses that produced the paper for decades. The facility stopped printing operations on December 27, 2025, when the Star Tribune shifted production to a Gannett plant in Des Moines, Iowa.

Newsprint roll with blue Star Tribune branding on printing press roller at Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune printed its daily editions at this Minneapolis plant, running presses that wrapped finished pages around cylindrical rollers before cutting and folding. The paper ended printing operations at the facility on December 27, 2025, shifting production to a Gannett plant in Des Moines, Iowa.

White newsprint web feeds through blue printing press machinery at Star Tribune Heritage Center in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune's Heritage Center printing plant in Minneapolis ran the presses that produced the paper's daily print editions. The facility also printed the St. Paul Pioneer Press and other regional titles under contract. The Star Tribune ended printing operations at the plant on December 27, 2025, shifting production to a Gannett facility in Des Moines, Iowa.

Goss Headliner press control panel with colored buttons and switches at the Star Tribune Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — This console operates a Goss Headliner offset press at the Star Tribune's Minneapolis printing facility, where operators used its switches, dials, and counters to run the newspaper's presses. The Star Tribune ended printing operations at this Minneapolis plant on December 27, 2025, shifting production to a Gannett-owned facility in Des Moines, Iowa.

Blue printing press units stand idle on the manufacturing floor of Star Tribune's Heritage Center facility in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis held the Gaus Blue presses used to print the paper for decades, along with contract runs for other publications. The plant ceased printing operations on December 27, 2025, after the Star Tribune shifted production to a Gannett facility in Des Moines, Iowa.

Yellow "PLATE MAKING" stencil on blue metal equipment at Star Tribune Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — A stenciled "Platemaking" label marks a workstation at the Star Tribune's printing plant in Minneapolis. Platemaking was the step in offset printing where page negatives were used to etch text and images onto thin aluminum plates, which were then mounted on the press cylinders. The Minneapolis plant printed the Star Tribune until the paper ended printing operations there in December 2025.

Letterpress plate with reversed text used for newspaper printing at the Star Tribune Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — This curved metal plate carries reversed, raised text once used to print pages at the Star Tribune's Minneapolis printing facility. Plates like this were mounted on rotary presses, where the raised letters picked up ink and transferred it directly onto rolling newsprint. The Star Tribune ended printing operations at this Minneapolis plant on December 27, 2025, shifting production to a Gannett facility in Des Moines, Iowa.

Industrial ink drums stored on metal shelving units at Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — These metal drums held ink for the printing presses at the Star Tribune's Heritage Center plant in Minneapolis, which printed the paper along with other regional and national titles. The plant ended its run as a printing facility when the Star Tribune stopped presses there on December 27, 2025, shifting production to a Gannett facility in Des Moines, Iowa.

Industrial printing presses and metal infrastructure occupy the manufacturing floor of the Star Tribune Heritage Center in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune's printing plant sits at its Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis, where the newspaper's presses once ran around the clock to print and bind daily editions. The facility also printed other publications, including the St. Paul Pioneer Press. The Star Tribune ended printing operations at this plant on December 27, 2025, shifting production to a Gannett facility in Des Moines, Iowa.

Automated sorting machinery with yellow conveyors in the Star Tribune Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis houses the presses and finishing equipment that print and assemble the newspaper. Overhead conveyors carry sections through the building to machines that collate, insert, and prepare each edition for distribution. The plant also prints other publications, including USA Today and the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

Automated conveyor system with yellow and black safety barriers transports materials through Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility printing plant in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis runs overhead conveyor lines and Ferag and Quipp equipment to move newspapers through the printing and packaging process. The plant prints and distributes multiple daily papers, including the Star Tribune, St. Paul Pioneer Press, USA Today, and The Washington Post.

Massive rolls of newsprint stored at Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — These large rolls of newsprint await use at the Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. The plant prints the Star Tribune along with other publications, including the St. Paul Pioneer Press, USA Today, and The Washington Post.

Yellow conveyor system transports newspapers through the Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis. — The Star Tribune's Heritage Center Manufacturing Facility in Minneapolis uses an overhead conveyor network to carry newspapers from the press room through packaging and distribution. The plant prints the Star Tribune along with other daily titles, including the St. Paul Pioneer Press, USA Today, and The Washington Post.

Spring-blooming trees line a canal connecting Bde Maka Ska and Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis. — The channel connecting Bde Maka Ska and Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis is a popular spot for recreation. The channel, part of the city's Grand Rounds Scenic Byway, was created in the early 20th century to improve water flow and navigation between the lakes.

Damaged Target store sign on a closed building in Uptown Minneapolis. — What's left of a Target Store sign at a recently closed store in Uptown Minneapolis on May 15, 2023.

Victory outreach jesus saves signs on Hennepin Minneapolis — Victory Outreach Minneapolis members held signs on Hennepin Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis. The organization is a Christian ministry focused on helping individuals overcome addiction and other life challenges.

University of Minnesota campus at dusk overlooking the Mississippi River with illuminated buildings and the Washington Avenue Bridge spanning the water. — The University of Minnesota's Twin Cities campus lines both banks of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, divided between the East Bank and West Bank districts. Founded in 1851, it's the flagship campus of the university system and one of the largest in the country, enrolling more than 50,000 students. The Washington Avenue Bridge links the two campuses, carrying vehicle and pedestrian traffic along with a light-rail line across the river.

Lake Street in Minneapolis shrouded in haze from Canadian wildfire smoke, with traffic and pedestrians visible. — Lake Street runs about seven miles through Minneapolis, from the Mississippi River east to France Avenue in St. Louis Park, and carries Metro Transit's Route 21 bus line. Smoke drifting south from Canadian wildfires blankets the street in haze on May 18, 2023.

Bikers cross road with hazy skies — Bicyclists navigate the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis under a sky obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires. The Midtown Greenway is a 5.7-mile-long trail built on a former railroad corridor, serving as a vital piece of the city's active transportation network. This trail provides a safe and accessible route for cyclists and pedestrians, connecting various neighborhoods and parks across the city. The heavy haze, a result of widespread wildfires, significantly impacted air quality across the Midwest during the summer of 2023, highlighting the environmental challenges faced by urban areas.

Cars going down the street with bad air quality — Traffic moves along Hiawatha Avenue in Minneapolis under the E 28th Street bridge, obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires. The dense haze significantly reduced visibility, impacting air quality across the city. This event highlighted the vulnerability of urban environments to distant environmental factors, affecting daily life and public health. The E 28th Street bridge is part of the infrastructure supporting transportation in Minneapolis, a city known for its extensive park system and commitment to urban planning.

Volleyball during bad air quality. — Despite air quality warnings issued due to wildfire smoke, residents engaged in outdoor activities, including volleyball, near the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. The elevated structure in the background is a railway bridge, a vital piece of transportation infrastructure that has served the city for decades. The presence of people enjoying the park highlights the resilience of community life even amidst environmental concerns.

2 bridges over the Mississippi River and city skyline — The I-35W Bridge and the 10th Avenue Bridge cross the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Minnesota, under a sky obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires. This atmospheric condition, which led to air quality advisories, significantly reduced visibility across the city. The I-35W Bridge serves as a major north-south transportation route, while the 10th Avenue Bridge, with its distinctive arches, is a notable element of the city's infrastructure.

Mississippi River in front of Downtown Minneapolis Skyline — The Minneapolis Lock and Dam on the Mississippi River is obscured by haze from Canadian wildfire smoke, impacting air quality in the downtown area. Constructed in the early 20th century, the lock and dam system was designed to improve navigation on the river, facilitating the transport of goods and materials. Today, it continues to play a role in managing water levels and supporting barge traffic, though its visual presence is altered by atmospheric conditions. The Stone Arch Bridge, a historic landmark, is visible in the background, further contextualizing the industrial and infrastructural history of Minneapolis.

Barely visible downtown skyline due to wildfire — Wildfire smoke from Canada drifts into Minneapolis, significantly reducing visibility of the downtown skyline. The smoke, a result of widespread wildfires, impacted air quality across the region. The image also shows a water tower, a common feature in urban environments providing essential water storage and pressure for municipal systems.

Night photo of Minneapolis skyline during air quality alerts — The Minneapolis city skyline is obscured by haze from Canadian wildfires, impacting air quality across the region. The "Gold Medal Flour" sign, a historic landmark dating back to the early 20th century, is visible through the atmospheric conditions. This event highlights the increasing frequency of such air quality alerts due to climate change and widespread wildfires. The city's downtown core, with its mix of modern skyscrapers and older structures, serves as the economic and cultural hub of Minnesota.

Man and bicyclist on a biking trail with wildfire smoke — The Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis, a 5.7-mile paved urban trail, was developed on a former railroad corridor. It serves as a vital artery for cyclists and pedestrians, connecting diverse neighborhoods and providing a safe, car-free environment for recreation and commuting. On this day, wildfire smoke from Canada created a hazy atmosphere, impacting air quality and visibility for those using the trail for biking and jogging.

Light rail train and hazy wildfire skies in Minneapolis — A Metro Transit Light Rail train bound for the Mall of America travels through Minneapolis under a sky choked with smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Bikers crossing bridge during air quality alerts in Minneapolis — Cyclists ride across the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, under a sky obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Night photo of river and city skyline with a haze in Minneapolis — The Minneapolis skyline is veiled by smoke from Canadian wildfires, impacting regional air quality. The Mississippi River flows past the historic Stone Arch Bridge, a former railway bridge completed in 1883, now a pedestrian walkway. Adjacent to the bridge is the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam, a 20th-century engineering project that regulates the river's flow and supports navigation, a function critical to Minneapolis since its establishment.

Minneapolis DID cleaning bus stops — Minneapolis DID worker pressure cleaning a bus stop in downtown Minneapolis.

Brass Solidarity marching at Rise and Remember — Brass Solidarity marches through George Floyd Square in Minneapolis on May 25, 2023, during the Rise and Remember gathering. The brass band leads a procession of community members across the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, where names of those lost to police violence are painted on the pavement. A colorful mural decorates a building in the background as dusk falls over the square, which has served as a focal point for remembrance and activism since George Floyd was killed nearby in May 2020.

Brass Solidarity at Rise and Remember — Members of Brass Solidarity lead a procession through the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue during the Rise and Remember gathering at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis on May 25, 2023, the third anniversary of George Floyd's death.

Brass Solidarity marches to Say Their Names — Brass Solidarity trumpet players lead a march through George Floyd Square in Minneapolis during the Rise and Remember gathering on May 25, 2023, marking three years since George Floyd was killed at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue.

Rise and Remember 2023 in Minneapolis GFS — Community gathers at Rise and Remember 2023 at George Floyd Square.

Minneapolis Police Department Official Business Sign — A Minneapolis Police "Official Business" sign in the window of a squad car parked on Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis.

Orchestra plays to a crowd at George Floyd Memorial — Members of the Minnesota Orchestra perform "Brea(d)th" at George Floyd Square, also known as the Say Their Names Cemetery, on the three-year anniversary of George Floyd's murder.

Orchestra performing at George Floyd Square — Members of the Minnesota Orchestra performed "Brea(d)th" at George Floyd Square, also known as Say Their Names Cemetery, on the three-year anniversary of George Floyd's murder. The performance took place on Thursday evening, drawing a crowd of onlookers. Say Their Names Cemetery is a memorial established at the site where George Floyd was killed, serving as a space for remembrance and community gathering.

Minnesota Orchestra at Say Their Names Cemetery — On the third anniversary of George Floyd's murder, members of the Minnesota Orchestra performed "Brea(d)th" at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. The square, also known as the Say Their Names Cemetery, has been a site of remembrance and activism since Floyd's death in 2020.

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