Deona Marie Memorial at Seven Points Mall, Uptown Minneapolis
October 2021
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Signs on the fence around Seven Points Mall in Uptown Minneapolis reading:
“Deona Marie was killed while protesting against police brutality. Read her story below and donate to help support her children.”
George Floyd Square: Murphy Ranks Memorial After Cleanup Attempt
October 2021
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The Murphy Ranks memorial at George Floyd Square after Minneapolis Public Works made an attempt to clear it.
Lake & Park Grocery on Lake Street, Minneapolis at Night
October 2021
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A rainy late October night in South Minneapolis with just 6 days left of voting after millions of dollars spent on mayoral control, public safety, and rent control ballot questions.
George Floyd Square Halloween Pumpkins, Minneapolis
October 2021
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GFS and fist pumpkin carvings at The People’s Way at George Floyd Square. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25th, 2020 killing of George Floyd.
George Floyd Square: Raised Fist Pumpkin Carving
October 2021
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A pumpkin carving at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Police Squads and Say Their Names Cemetery
October 2021
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Minneapolis police squad cars and an ambulance behind Say Their Names Cemetery at George Floyd Square.
South Minneapolis Laundromat at Night, 3225 Nicollet Ave
October 2021
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A Laundromat in South Minneapolis.
MPLS IS US Election Poster in Uptown Minneapolis
October 2021
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A poster from “mpls is us” regarding information on the November 2nd election.
Minneapolis Police Car Passes “Abolish The Police” Mural
October 2021
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A Minneapolis Police squad drives down Minnehaha Ave as Open Streets finishes up.
Minneapolis Police at Open Streets Minnehaha Ave Event
October 2021
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Minneapolis Police watch as dancers perform at Open Streets Minnehaha.
Minnehaha Ave Graffiti: “Riots Work Ya Nerds”
October 2021
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“Riots Work Ya Nerds” graffiti seen during Open Streets Minnehaha.
Yes on 2 Yard Sign on Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis
October 2021
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A "YES ON 2" yard sign on Minnehaha Ave during Open Streets.
Minnehaha Avenue Open Streets Banner with Election Candidates
October 2021
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"On Minnehaha, we celebrate". The 2021 version of Open Streets Minnehaha Avenue seemed dominated by the upcoming city election with a lot of candidates in attendance and talks regarding the strong mayor, public safety and rent control ballot questions.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey Re-election Mailer
October 2021
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A political mailing in Minneapolis advocating for the re-election of Mayor Jacob Frey.
Kate Knuth for Mayor Yard Sign, South Minneapolis
October 2021
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A Kate Knuth for Mayor of Minneapolis yard sign in South Minneapolis.
South Minneapolis: Sheila Nezhad for Mayor Yard Sign
October 2021
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A Sheila Nezhad for Minneapolis Mayor and No Justice No Streets yard sign seen in South Minneapolis.
Winston Smith Graffiti on Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis
October 2021
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The Midtown Greenway trail in South Minneapolis. Large Winston Smith tag on the right. Smith was killed a block away by federal law enforcement in June 2021.
Lake Street Station Post Office Construction Begins
October 2021
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Post office construction beginning on Lake Street Station. The garage portion will remain.
Caretaker lights candles at George Floyd Memorial
October 2021
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A caretaker at George Floyd Square lights candles at the George Floyd Memorial.
George Floyd Square: Candles Lit for 48th Birthday
October 2021
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Candles being lit on what would have been George Floyds 48th birthday.
Chicago Ave on George Floyd’s 48th Birthday
October 2021
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Crowd at George Floyd Square following a vigil on what would have been his 48th birthday.
Known MPLS performs at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
October 2021
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Known MPLS performs at George Floyd Square on what would have been George's 48th birthday.
Metasota Performs at George Floyd Square on his Birthday
October 2021
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Metasota performs at George Floyd Square on what would have been George Floyd's 48th birthday.
George Floyd Square: Balloons Released for 48th Birthday
October 2021
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George Floyd’s aunt Angela Harrelson, his cousin Paris Stevens, Jeanelle Austin along with friends of George Floyd release balloons on what would have been his 48th birthday. The event at George Floyd Square was put together by the George Floyd Global Memorial.
Paris Stevens speaks at George Floyd Square on his birthday
October 2021
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Paris Stevens, George Floyd's cousin, speaks at George Floyd Square on what would’ve been George Floyd's 48th birthday.
George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis
October 2021
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The George Floyd Memorial on what would have been George Floyd's 48th birthday.
Pillar of Truth Drum Line at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
October 2021
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The Pillar of Truth Deliverance Temple Drum Line making it's way down Chicago Avenue at George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Square: Youth N Power Memorial Stone
October 2021
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"Youth N' Power" written on a stone near the Say Their Names Memorial at George Floyd Square.
Minneapolis: Graffiti on barricades near Seven Points Mall
October 2021
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ACAB, Fuck Your Property, CRG=GI JOKE written on barricades outside the parking ramp that Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement in June 2021.
Justice 4 George Yarn Art on Fence, Lake Country School, Minneapolis
October 2021
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"Justice 4 George" yarn art on fencing at Lake Country School in South Minneapolis.
George Floyd Square: “I love that I hate that I love you”
October 2021
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"I love that I hate that I love you" seen on the ground at George Floyd Square.
Minneapolis Rent Control Election Pledge Poster
October 2021
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A poster regarding the rent control question thats on the Minneapolis ballot for the November 2nd election seen in Uptown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis: “Abolish The Police” Sticker on No Turn on Red Sign
October 2021
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An Abolish The Police sticker on a No Turn on Red sign in Uptown Minneapolis.
Outreach Workers at Hennepin and Lake, Minneapolis
October 2021
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"Outreach" workers walking in Uptown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Police Squad Car at Lake Street Parking Ramp
October 2021
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A police officer parks outside of the Lake & Girard parking ramp.
Winston Smith Assassinated Graffiti on South Minneapolis Bridge
October 2021
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"Winston Smith was assassinated. Say his name" written on a bridge in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis USPS on Lake Street in former K-Mart
October 2021
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The USPS branch on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The post office moved into the former K-Mart after the 2 nearby branches burned down.
Minneapolis Police 5th Precinct Fencing and Barricades on Nicollet Ave
October 2021
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The Minneapolis Police Fifth Precinct with security fencing and concrete barricades surrounding it.
Nicollet Ave Stop N Shop Reopens After Damage
October 2021
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The Stop N Shop, located across from the Minneapolis Police Fifth Precinct, now open after being damaged during unrest.
October 2021
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Outside of the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed on June 3rd. New security fencing and wrap installed.
Security fencing at Seven Points Mall parking garage, Lake St & Girard Ave
October 2021
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Increased security at the parking garage on Lake and Girard Avenue the day prior to county attorney announcing no charges will be filed against officers who shot and killed Winston Smith on June 3rd, 2021. The officers were part of a federal task force who says they were serving a warrant.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct: Spirit Halloween Banners on Burned Building
October 2021
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"Avenge Indigenous Children" and “Spirit Halloween" banners on the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The police station was burned during protests that followed the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Private security installing razor wire
October 2021
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Security installs razor wire on top of fencing around the parking garage at Lake & Girard where Winston Smith was killed on June 3rd, 2021. This comes the day before the County Attorney announces they will not be charging the unidentified officers who shot and killed Winston Smith as part of a federal task force.
Minneapolis: Graffiti on Barricades Near Site of Winston Smith’s Death
October 2021
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Graffiti on the side of concrete barricades that surround the parking garage that Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2021.
CRG=GI Joke. CRG refers to private security company Conflict Resolution Group.
Jacob Frey Yard Sign and “No Justice No Peace” Sign, Minneapolis
October 2021
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Mayor Jacob Frey and “No Justice No Peace” yard sign seen in Minneapolis during Open Streets Lyndale Avenue.
Lyndale Ave Home Banner: No Cops, No Judges, No Prison
October 2021
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A home with a "No Cops, No Judges, No Prison Total Abolition" banner on their home during Open Streets Lyndale 2021.
Community Control of Police Sign at Minneapolis Open Streets
October 2021
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CPAC tent at Lyndale Avenue Open Streets 2021.
“Community Control of the police”
“Sign for CPAC here”
Minneapolis: Graffiti at Winston Smith Site, June 2021
October 2021
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Graffiti on concrete barriers around the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed on June 3rd, 2021 by law enforcement.
Minneapolis Impound Lot: Shelters Removed from George Floyd Square
October 2021
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Warming shelters at the Minneapolis Impound Lot. The city removed them from George Floyd Square on June 3rd.
Minneapolis Graffiti: “Burn This Shit Down” on 4-Month Anniversary of Winston Smith’s Death
October 2021
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Graffiti reading "Burn this shit down" written in South Minneapolis on the 4 month anniversary of the death of Winston Smith.
Mickey Moore City Council 9th Ward Yard Sign, South Minneapolis
October 2021
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A Mickey Moore yard sign seen in South Minneapolis. Moore is running for City Council 9th Ward.
Dolal Idd Memorial, Cedar Ave, Minneapolis
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.
Minneapolis Yard Sign: Support Neighbors in Tents, No Evictions
October 2021
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"I support my neighbors in tents. No encampment evictions" yard sign on Minnehaha Avenue.
Floyd’s Free Food Farm Sign Near Minneapolis Police Precinct
October 2021
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"Floyd's Free Food Farm" sign seen near the Minneapolis police third precinct police station.
AutoZone on East Lake St, Minneapolis, Reopened After Uprising
October 2021
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AutoZone on East Lake St open for business after being the first building to burn during the Minneapolis Uprising.
Midtown Corner Affordable Housing Nears Completion in Minneapolis
October 2021
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6-story Midtown Corner affordable housing project nearing completion after being determined to be a total loss after it was destroyed while under construction during unrest.
7-Sigma Factory Arson Site, Minneapolis
October 2021
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The 7-Sigma facility near the Minneapolis police third precinct police station. The building was destroyed during the protests following the murder of George Floyd.
Winston Smith Vigil at Lake Street and Girard Ave, Minneapolis
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.
Protest Signs at Seven Points Mall, Minneapolis
October 2021
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Protest signs hanging on the fencing around Seven Points Mall where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement 4 months prior.
Uptown Minneapolis Protest Sign: Frey and Walz Are Cowards
October 2021
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A sign reading "Frey and Walz are cowards" in Uptown Minneapolis - referring to Mayor Jacob Frey and Governor Tim Walz.
612 Mash Truck at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
October 2021
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612 Mash truck at George Floyd Square.
I-94 Arrestee Legal Support Flyer at George Floyd Square
October 2021
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A flyer seen at George Floyd Square.
I-94 Arrestee Legal Support
Lawyers will explain legal options offered by Minneapolis City Attorney.
Winston Smith Vigil at Seven Points Mall Parking Ramp, Minneapolis
October 2021
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A vigil outside the parking ramp at Seven Points Mall where Winston Smith was killed 4 months prior.
Abolish The Police We Keep Us Safe
October 2021
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Posters hanging on a street pole in Uptown Minneapolis. They read “Abolish the police” “We keep us safe”. The posters hang outside the parking ramp that Winston Smith was killed at in June by federal law enforcement.
Winston Smith Protest, Lake & Girard, Uptown Minneapolis
October 2021
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Protesters at Lake & Girard on the 4 month anniversary of Winston Smith's death.
Smith was killed by federal law enforcement on top of the parking garage at Lake and Girard.
Minneapolis Vigil for Winston Smith: “Abolish The Police” Signs
October 2021
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A vigil for Winston Smith on the 4 month anniversary of his death by law enforcement in Minneapolis. Smith was shot and killed on top of the parking ramp by a federal task force.
Minneapolis Protest: “Where’s the Footage?” for Winston Smith
October 2021
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Protesters asking "Wheres the footage?" in regards to the shooting death of Winston Smith by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2021.
CRG Military Vehicle at Seven Points Mall, Minneapolis
October 2021
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A military type vehicle parked behind layer of fencing and lights outside of Seven Points mall.
Daymark Building, Lake Street, Minneapolis
October 2021
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The Daymark apartment building in Uptown Minneapolis with plastic security boards installed. The apartment building was built in the place of the now demolished Sons of Norway building.
Seven Points Mall boarded up at Hennepin and Lake, Minneapolis
October 2021
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Seven Points Mall at Hennepin and Lake covered in boards. One board reading "Deona Marie", Deona Marie was killed on June 13th, 2021 when a man drove through barricades put in place by protesters.
ReVamp Salonspa and Uptown Theater, Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
October 2021
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ReVamp! Salonspa on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
Lake Street Construction and Hibachi Buffet, Minneapolis
September 2021
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A look down Lake Street near 35W. This area was hard hit by riots with buildings on the north side burned.
Poster for Secret March, July 4, Minneapolis
September 2021
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A poster for a march that took place back in July 2021 on boards of Seven Points mall.
Justice for George Messages from the People poster at Seward Co-Op, Minneapolis
September 2021
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Signs hang in the window of the Seward Community Co-op.
George Floyd Square: “Respect Life” Banner
September 2021
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George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square.
Sheila Nezhad for Mayor Yard Sign, South Minneapolis
September 2021
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A Sheila Nezhad yard sign in South Minneapolis on a rainy evening.
Minneapolis Sticker: “If the Kids Are United…”
September 2021
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A sticker reading "If the kids are united they never will be divided" found in South Minneapolis.
Revolution Graffiti on Minneapolis Brick Wall
September 2021
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Revolution written on a wall of a building in downtown Minneapolis.
George Floyd Mural on Nicollet Avenue, South Minneapolis
September 2021
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"Be Kind... Stay Brave!" We are all George Floyd" written on the side of a building on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis.
Uptown Theater Marquee Letters, Minneapolis
September 2021
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Letters from the Uptown Theatre marquee after they were taken down as Landmark Theatre moved out after closing during the pandemic.
Visitor Map at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
September 2021
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A map with pins signifying the locations of those who have visited the square.
Fred Rogers quote at George Floyd Square
September 2021
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A quote by Fred Rogers found at George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Graffiti on Retaining Wall, South Minneapolis
September 2021
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"George Floyd" written on a retaining wall in South Minneapolis.
Moon Palace Books Mural: Abolish The Police, Minneapolis
September 2021
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Moon Palace Books storefront a few doors down from the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct.
The Unplugging flyer at former Gandhi Mahal site, Minneapolis
September 2021
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A flyer for The Unplugging by New Native Theatre at the site of the former Gandhi Mahal Site that burned down during unrest.
Minneapolis: ‘Don’t Rank Frey’ sticker and message on Lake Street
September 2021
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A "Don't Rank Frey" sticker on a pole outside the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement in June, 2021.
Street racing event at Bde Maka Ska parking lot, Minneapolis
September 2021
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Street racers take over a parking lot near Bde Maka Ska in South Minneapolis.
Murphy Ranks Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
September 2021
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Memorial for Dameon “Murphy Ranks” Chambers. Chambers was killed on Juneteenth 2020.
Lake Street Parking Garage Blocked After Protests
September 2021
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The parking garage at Lake & Girard still on lock down after protests during the summer over the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith.
Minneapolis: Reward Poster for Children Shot in Spring 2021
September 2021
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A poster hanging in a storefront asking for help in solving shootings of 3 children during the Spring of 2021 in North Minneapolis. 6-year old Aniya Allen, 9-year old Trinity Ottoson-Smith and 10-year old Ladavionne Garret Jr. Trinity and Aniya died of their injuries.
South Minneapolis Nail and Beauty boarded up during remodeling
September 2021
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Nail and Beauty Skin Care with boards as seen in South Minneapolis. Sign that reads "We are remodeling".
Minneapolis Post Office Ruins and Graffiti
September 2021
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Overgrowth outside a former United States Post Office in South Minneapolis. The Post Office was destroyed during unrest over the murder of George Floyd.
George Floyd Square barricades made of lawn bags at night
September 2021
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Lawn clipping bags used as barricades after the city cleared out barricades at 39th/Chicago Ave.
George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis, September 2021
September 2021
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The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square.
Minneapolis 5th Precinct Police Station with Security Fencing
September 2021
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The Minneapolis Police 5th Precinct continues to be behind security fencing and barbed wire.
Midtown Greenway Sign with Graffiti and Poster, South Minneapolis
September 2021
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A sign leading to the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis.
Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis: Cyclists and Pedestrians at Sunset
September 2021
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Sunset on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.
Racism Kills posters on Minneapolis Midtown Greenway electrical boxes
September 2021
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Poster pasted to electrical boxes on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.
Say Their Names Cemetery Pond, South Minneapolis
September 2021
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Say Their Names Cemetery in South Minneapolis near George Floyd Square.
South Minneapolis Sunflowers and George Floyd Square Sign
September 2021
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Sunflowers and a George Floyd Square "No Justice No Streets" yard sign seen in South Minneapolis.
Sunflowers Grow at Burned Minneapolis Police Third Precinct
September 2021
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Sunflowers grow inside the barbed wire security fence at the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct.
Minneapolis Vigil: 3 Months No Answers for Winston Smith
September 2021
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A vigil on the 3 months anniversary of the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith.
Minneapolis Vigil for Winston Smith on Girard Ave
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.
Bryant Square Park Basketball Court at Night, Minneapolis
September 2021
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Basketball Hoop at Bryant Square Park in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Poster: People’s Independence May 28, 2020
September 2021
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A poster stuck to a street poll in Minneapolis referencing the burning of the third precinct in May 2020.
Minneapolis Protest 3 Months After Winston Smith’s Death
September 2021
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Protesters gather on what was the 3rd month anniversary from when Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement at the top of the parking ramp.
Minnesota State Patrol at Line 3 Protest, State Capitol
August 2021
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Outside the Minnesota State Capitol today where around a hundred were still holding space in protest against the nearing completion Line 3 pipeline after their permitted event expired. Minnesota Department of Public Safety told the Star Tribune they made 4 arrests.
Minnesota State Patrol at Line 3 Protest, St. Paul Capitol
August 2021
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Outside the Minnesota State Capitol today where around a hundred were still holding space in protest against the nearing completion Line 3 pipeline after their permitted event expired. Minnesota Department of Public Safety told the Star Tribune they made 4 arrests.
Line 3 Protest Continues at Minnesota State Capitol
August 2021
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Outside the Minnesota State Capitol today where around a hundred were still holding space in protest against the nearing completion Line 3 pipeline after their permitted event expired. Minnesota Department of Public Safety told the Star Tribune they made 4 arrests.
Minneapolis Lake Street at Night in Rain
August 2021
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Lake Street in Minneapolis.
George Floyd Square Barricade, Minneapolis, August 2021
August 2021
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Street barricades on Chicago Avenue in August 2021.
George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Rainy Evening Protest Zone
August 2021
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A rainy evening in George Floyd Square looking down Chicago Avenue.
Imez Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
August 2021
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Imez Wright memorial at George Floyd Square
Protest at Minnesota State Capitol Against Line 3 Pipeline
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Line 3 Protest Camp at MN State Capitol Overnight
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Protest at Minnesota State Capitol: Stop Line 3 Pipeline
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Minnesota State Capitol: Line 3 Pipeline Protest at Night
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Line 3 Protest Tents at Minnesota State Capitol
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Protest at Minnesota State Capitol Against Enbridge Line 3 Pipeline
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Protest at MN State Capitol Against Line 3 Pipeline
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
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