Minnesota Orchestra performs at George Floyd Square anniversary
May 2023
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Members of the Minnesota Orchestra performing parts of "Brea(d)th" at George Floyd Square/Say Their Names Cemetery on Thursday night, the 3 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
Minnesota Orchestra performs at George Floyd Square anniversary
May 2023
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Members of the Minnesota Orchestra performing parts of "Brea(d)th" at George Floyd Square/Say Their Names Cemetery on Thursday night, the 3 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
Minnesota Orchestra performs at Say Their Names Cemetery
May 2023
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Members of the Minnesota Orchestra performing parts of "Brea(d)th" at George Floyd Square/Say Their Names Cemetery on Thursday night, the 3 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
Minnesota Orchestra performs “Brea(d)th” at George Floyd Square
May 2023
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Members of the Minnesota Orchestra performing parts of "Brea(d)th" at George Floyd Square/Say Their Names Cemetery on Thursday night, the 3 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
Minneapolis Police Squad Cars on Nicollet Mall near IDS Center
May 2023
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Minneapolis Police parked on sidewalks on Nicollet Mall and 8th Street.
Minneapolis Skyline and Mississippi River in Wildfire Smoke
May 2023
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Wildfire smoke and the Mississippi River. Air quality warnings issued after Canadian wildfires cause smoke to drift south.
Bikers on Sabo Bridge amid Canadian wildfire smoke, Minneapolis
May 2023
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Bikers cross the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis as air quality alerts are issued due to drifting south Canadian wildfire smoke.
Metro Transit train near hazy Minneapolis skyline
May 2023
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Downtown Minneapolis barely visible as a Metro Transit Light Rail train cross the bridge.
Lake Street, Minneapolis: Haze from Canadian Wildfire Smoke
May 2023
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Hazy skies over Lake Street in South Minneapolis during bad air quality from Canadian wildfire smoke drifting south.
Victory Outreach Minneapolis on Hennepin Avenue
May 2023
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Victory Outreach holding signs on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
Spring Blossoms on Bde Maka Ska Channel, Minneapolis
May 2023
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Fish being caught in the channel between Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska.
George Floyd Square: 24 Demands at The People’s Way
May 2023
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The Peoples Way at George Floyd Square. The intersection of 38th and Chicago has been a protest zone since the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Fire Arts Center, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis at Night
May 2023
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Fire Arts Center at George Floyd Square in May 2023.
Metro Transit Police at I-35W & Lake St Station, Minneapolis
May 2023
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Metro Transit Police at the I-35W & Lake Street Station in Minneapolis in May 2023.
Minneapolis Skyline at Dusk, Uptown View
May 2023
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Downtown Minneapolis as seen from Uptown.
Uptown Theater Renovation, Minneapolis
May 2023
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The Uptown Theater during renovation. It's set to open next month as one of the largest music venues in Minneapolis.
Green Room Live Music, Food & Drink in Uptown Minneapolis
May 2023
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The newly opened Green Room music venue in Uptown.
Nicollet Mall Restaurants Open Patios Downtown Minneapolis
May 2023
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Restaurant patios on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.
Street Vendor, Park & Lake Car Wash, Lake Street, Minneapolis
May 2023
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A street vendor selling plush toys on Lake Street. Park & Lake Car Wash in the background.
Lake Street, Minneapolis: Colorful Mural and Businesses
May 2023
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The colors of Lake Street in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Third Precinct Survey: No More Brutal Police
April 2023
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A "third precinct survey" sign on a pole in South Minneapolis. The city has been holding community meetings regarding the future of the burned out Minneapolis police third precinct.
Stone Arch Bridge over Mississippi River, Minneapolis
April 2023
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The Stone Arch Bridge oer the Mississippi River.
Cop City Flyer on Minneapolis Greenway
April 2023
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A Cop City flyer seen on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.
Protest Flyer for Hennepin Energy Recovery Center on Midtown Greenway
April 2023
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A flyer on the Midtown Greenway regarding the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center.
Hennepin County Public Safety Facility, Minneapolis, April 2023
April 2023
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The Hennepin County Public Safety Facility in Downtown Minneapolis behind security fencing.
Tom’s Watch Bar, Downtown Minneapolis, April 2023
April 2023
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Tom's Watch Bar in downtown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis: Flyers on former 3rd Precinct demand abolition
April 2023
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Flyers reading "WE REMEMBER GEORGE FLOYD. WE DEMAND ABOLITION." hang on the former burned Minneapolis police 3rd precinct after a week of what is being called "community conversations". City is asking for input on if a precinct should be rebuilt at same location or down the road.
Minneapolis Light Rail Trains on Tracks
April 2023
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Light Rail trains in Downtown Minneapolis.
1010 Washington Wine & Spirits, Minneapolis
April 2023
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Wine & Spirit store at 1010 Washington Avenue.
Minneapolis Police Cars on Nicollet Mall Sidewalk
April 2023
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Minneapolis Police squad cars parked outside the Target Store on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis in April 2023.
Winston Smith Graffiti on Cedar Lake Trail, Minneapolis
April 2023
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Graffiti reading "Winston Smith was assassinated by the MPD on the Cedar Lake Trail in April 2023.
Northstar Train 501 in Downtown Minneapolis
April 2023
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A Northstar Train in downtown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Uprising Art: “This Town Ain’t Got No Heart”
April 2023
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"Don't tell me this town ain't got no heart." "You just gotta walk around."
The Future In Ruins poster at community meeting
April 2023
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In the 1st 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.
Richard Zimmerman discusses new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct
April 2023
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Minneapolis police homicide detective Richard Zimmerman, who testified in the Chauvin trial, expressing his feelings on rebuilding a new third precinct.
Minneapolis residents protest new police precinct at community meeting
April 2023
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In the 1st 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 at Minneapolis 3rd Precinct Community Meeting
April 2023
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In the 1st 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.
Meeting on future of the third precinct
April 2023
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Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Building Projection Art
April 2023
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Tonight was the first of 5 public meetings regarding a new 3rd precinct. Stories surrounding the distrust of MPD and the history of this particular precinct seemed to outweigh talk on which of the 2 locations anyone preferred. Many I listened to preferred no new precinct at all.
Robin Wonsley at Minneapolis 3rd Precinct Community Meeting
April 2023
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Tonight was the first of 5 public meetings regarding a new 3rd precinct. Stories surrounding the distrust of MPD and the history of this particular precinct seemed to outweigh talk on which of the 2 locations anyone preferred. Many I listened to preferred no new precinct at all. City Council Member Wonsley speaking to those in attendance.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Community Meeting
April 2023
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Tonight was the first of 5 public meetings regarding a new 3rd precinct. Stories surrounding the distrust of MPD and the history of this particular precinct seemed to outweigh talk on which of the 2 locations anyone preferred. Many I listened to preferred no new precinct at all.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Community Meeting on New Location
April 2023
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Tonight was the first of 5 public meetings regarding a new 3rd precinct. Stories surrounding the distrust of MPD and the history of this particular precinct seemed to outweigh talk on which of the 2 locations anyone preferred. Many I listened to preferred no new precinct at all.
Minneapolis Community Meeting: New Police Station Renderings
April 2023
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City of Minneapolis provided renderings of a potential new third precinct building.
Minneapolis Police Cars in Dinkytown After Hockey Game
April 2023
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Minneapolis Police at the University of Minnesota after loosing the national championship in hockey.
Minneapolis Police at University of Minnesota after Hockey Loss
April 2023
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University of Minnesota after loosing the national championship in hockey.
Benches outside Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street, Minneapolis
April 2023
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Benches outside Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street.
Green Room Music Venue, Uptown Minneapolis, April 2023
April 2023
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Green Room music venue in Uptown Minneapolis. Opening in January 2023, it replaced The Pourhouse on the corner of Lagoon/Girard.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct in Snow After Riots
April 2023
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A snow covered Minneapolis police third precinct. The precinct has been vacant since it was burned during May 2020 riots over the murder of George Floyd.
Snowstorm at Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue, Minneapolis
April 2023
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Dark powerless streets. Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue during a heavy snowstorm.
CPAC Community Control of Police Teach-Ins Flyer, South Minneapolis
March 2023
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A CPAC flyer on a street pole in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Mural: “A Budget is a Moral Document” on Minnehaha Ave
March 2023
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A mural on the side of a bike shop on Minnehaha Ave in Minneapolis. It reads "A Budget is a moral document".
Cedar Riverside LRT Station Tracks Littered with Trash
March 2023
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Discarded needles and trash line the tracks at the Cedar-Riverside LRT station.
Leaning Tower of Pizza Restaurant, Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis
March 2023
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Leaning Tower of Pizza Restaurant on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Public Health Warning: Airborne Toxic Event
March 2023
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A flyer in Minneapolis that leads people to call a phone line with a recorded message regarding the demolition of the Roof Depot building.
George Floyd Memorial at Unity Foods, Minneapolis in Winter
March 2023
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The George Floyd Memorial inside George Floyd Square on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis.
George Floyd Mural at Unity Foods, Minneapolis
March 2023
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A man walks in front of the George Floyd mural on the side of "Unity Foods". Unity Foods was formerly named Cup Foods.
George Floyd Square Garage Art, Minneapolis
March 2023
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A painting on a garage door in George Floyd Square.
East Lake Street Mural and Security Guard, Minneapolis
March 2023
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A security guard on East Lake Street in South Minneapolis.
East Phillips Civil Disobedience Sticker, South Minneapolis
March 2023
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A "Defend East Phillips" sticker on a box in South Minneapolis on March 2023.
Fenced Roof Depot Site on Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis
March 2023
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Fenced off Roof Depot building in South Minneapolis as seen from the Midtown Greenway.
Midtown Greenway and 11th Ave Construction, Minneapolis
March 2023
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Midtown Greenway and 11th Ave in Minneapolis on March 19, 2023.
Reggie LeFlore Train Mural on Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis
March 2023
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A train mural by Reggie LeFlore on the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis: “Don’t Demo Roof Depot” Graffiti on Superfund Site
February 2023
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“DONT DEMO ROOF DEPOT” is the message on 394 as environmental groups continue the years long fight over a South Minneapolis warehouse and pollution. The city wants their public works facilities on the former EPA superfund site. Community groups want housing and an urban farm.
Minnehaha Liquors Sign and Mural, East Lake Street, February 2023
February 2023
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A mural on the side of a building on East Lake Street. The building across from the Minneapolis Police third precinct survived the riots. Minnehaha Liquors was not as lucky, however the sign remains.
Metro Transit Train at Cedar Riverside Station, Minneapolis
February 2023
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Train moves through the Cedar Riverside train station in South Minneapolis on February 19, 2023.
Weak Mayor Sticker on Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis
February 2023
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"Weak Mayor" sticker on a sign on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis on February 19, 2023.
Roof Depot Urban Farm, Minneapolis, February 2023
February 2023
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Roof Depot Urban Farm property off the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis on February 19, 2023.
Luminary Loppet 2023 at Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis
February 2023
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The Luminary Loppet finally happened last night, although not on the Lake, after being pushed back from January due to heavy snow and warm weather. Thousands came out to whats easily the most lit event each year.
George Floyd Chair at Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis
February 2023
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A chair with "George Floyd" written on it in the snow at Say Their Names Cemetery on February 18, 2023.
The Peoples Way: Justice for Tyre Keenan & Tortuguita
February 2023
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The signage at "The Peoples Way" reading “Justice for Tyre, Keenan & Tortuguita!!!"
George Floyd Memorial, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, Feb 2023
February 2023
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The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square on February 18, 2023. The area has been a protest zone since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
George Floyd Uprising Book Release Flyer, George Floyd Square
February 2023
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A flyer for "The George Floyd Uprising" book by "Vortex Group" seen at George Floyd Square on February 18, 2023.
Everlake Apartments, South Minneapolis, February 2023
February 2023
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Everlake Apartments in South Minneapolis on February 18, 2023. The building was destroyed by fire during construction during riots following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.
South Minneapolis Water Tower and Industrial Buildings
February 2023
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Roof Depot Urban Farm property in South Minneapolis on February 18, 2023.
Roof Depot Urban Farm, Minneapolis – February 2023
February 2023
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Roof Depot Urban Farm property in South Minneapolis.
Williams Pub Neon Signage, Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
February 2023
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Williams Pub signage on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
Williams Pub Bar, Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
February 2023
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Looking inside the closed Williams Pub on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
Downtown Minneapolis Construction Cranes in Fog
February 2023
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Foggy night with construction cranes in Downtown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Police at Fire House Bar, Uptown Minneapolis
February 2023
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Minneapolis Police parked outside Fire House bar/restaurant in Uptown Minneapolis.
Graffiti that reads “No Good cops. No bad protesters”
Minneapolis Police Outside Uptown Ties Lounge & Rooftop
February 2023
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Minneapolis Police parked outside Uptown Ties Lounge & Rooftop on Lagoon Ave.
The New Uptown Cafe Sign, Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
February 2023
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The New Uptown Cafe on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.
Justice for George Floyd & Black Lives Matter Stickers, Minneapolis
February 2023
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"Justice for George" stickers in a storefront on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
McDonald’s at Hennepin and Lagoon, Uptown Minneapolis
February 2023
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McDonald's at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis on February 5, 2023.
Arts + Rec Uptown Sign, Lake Street, Minneapolis
February 2023
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Arts + Rec Uptown at Lake Street and Girard Ave on February 5, 2023.
Running Room and Ragstock, Lake Street, Uptown Minneapolis
February 2023
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Running Room and Ragstock on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis on February 5, 2023.
W Lake St. Sign and Traffic Light, Minneapolis
February 2023
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W. Lake St. sign on Hennepin Ave in Uptown Minneapolis. The paint peeling from burning dumpsters during unrest following the law enforcement killing of Winston Smith in June 2021.
Minneapolis Police 5th Precinct Barricaded at Night
January 2023
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Security fencing installed again around the precinct just as written closing arguments are submitted in the case of Tou Thao.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Barricaded Temporary Site
January 2023
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Minneapolis police vehicles parked outside a barricaded temporary third precinct on January 28, 2023. The temporary precinct is due to the original third precinct being burned on May 28th, 2020.
Target Field Station and Snow Plows
January 2023
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Target Field Station in Minneapolis during a winter sunrise, viewed across the railyard as snowplow trucks clear nearby roadways. Opened in 2014, the station serves as the western terminus for METRO Blue and Green Line light-rail service and functions as a multimodal hub for events at Target Field and the surrounding North Loop district. Its distinctive steel canopy and track arrangement were designed to accommodate both current transit operations and future extensions, reflecting the region’s long-term rail planning strategy. The elevated vantage also highlights the mix of transit, freight infrastructure, and redevelopment that continues to reshape this former warehouse district.
Snowboarders at Bde Maka Ska, Minneapolis
January 2023
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Two snowboarders make use of fresh snow along the parkway near Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis after a major winter storm. The lake—renamed in 2018 to restore its Dakota place name—anchors the Chain of Lakes system and serves as one of the city’s most heavily used recreation areas year-round. Heavy snowfall often transforms the surrounding trails and embankments into informal terrain for skiing, snowboarding, and winter biking, reflecting how quickly the area adapts to seasonal conditions. The early-morning light and cleared parkway signal the coordinated snow-response efforts that keep the city’s lakes district accessible even during severe weather.
Uptown Minneapolis: Cars Buried After 14″ Snowfall on James Ave
January 2023
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Cars under the snow following a 14" snowfall in Uptown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Snow on Lake Street Dealership, January 2023
January 2023
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Snow covering cars at a dealership on Lake Street in Minneapolis on January 7, 2023.
George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, After Snowfall, January 2023
January 2023
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The first at the intersection of 38th and Chicago Avenue on January 7, 2023 in Minneapolis near where George Floyd was murdered. The area has been an active protest zone since May 2020 and is known as George Floyd Square.
Burned House Remains Near George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
January 2023
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The remains of "the blue house", a building near George Floyd Square on January 7, 2023. It had sat vacant after a fire broke out inside. It's since been demolished.
Say Their Names Cemetery, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
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.
Coliseum Building Murals on Lake Street, Minneapolis
January 2023
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The Coliseum Building on east Lake Street in Minneapolis on January 7, 2023.
Minnehaha Liquors Sign, Minneapolis, After 2020 Unrest
January 2023
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A Minnehaha Liquors sign on the 27th Ave side of the block the liquor store used to stand. The store was burned down in 2020 during unrest over the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis: Snow piles by Coliseum Building mural, Lake Street
January 2023
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Large piles of snow next to the Coliseum building on Lake Street in Minneapolis on January 7, 2023. The building is being renovated after being destroyed during riots following the murder of George Floyd.
Power lines and railroad tracks in snow, Minneapolis
December 2022
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Theodore Wirth Park during a December 15th, 2022 snowfall.
Lyndale Avenue Fire Aftermath: Minneapolis Apartment Building
December 2022
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An aerial view of the fire-damaged apartment building along Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, photographed the morning after the incident. The structure’s roof is completely gone, and its upper floors are visibly burned out, leaving only the exterior walls and charred framing behind. Surrounding buildings—mostly mid-century apartment blocks—show normal winter conditions, their roofs covered in fresh snow. Traffic moves through the busy Lyndale and 24th Street intersection while the fire scene remains cordoned off with temporary fencing. The image highlights the dense residential fabric of this part of the city and the stark contrast between the intact neighborhood and the gutted building at the center of the block.
Lyndale Avenue Fire Damage, Minneapolis, Day After Blaze
December 2022
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An overhead view of the fire-damaged apartment building along Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, photographed the day after the blaze. The structure’s interior is completely burned out, with only the exterior walls still standing. Surrounding rooftops and streets are coated in fresh snow, highlighting the stark contrast between the intact neighboring buildings and the charred remains at the center of the block. Temporary fencing and emergency barriers line the sidewalk as crews begin assessing the site in winter conditions.
Cowboy Jack’s signage removed from Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
December 2022
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The former Cowboys Slims bar after signage was removed.
Target Field construction: New LED videoboard installation
December 2022
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Workers installing a new 76% larger 10,000 square foot LED videoboard at Target Field. @ballparkdigest
says it'll be the 4th largest video display in Major League Baseball and just the 5th HDR capable board. (Minneapolis, December 2022).
Holidazzle Yeti Installation in Loring Park, Minneapolis
November 2022
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The Holidazzle Yeti at Loring Park in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Skyline at Night, November 2022
November 2022
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Downtown Minneapolis skyline seen in November 2022.
Minneapolis Police Patrol Downtown During Operation Endeavor
November 2022
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Minneapolis police walk downtown Minneapolis as part of "Operation Endeavor".
Eat Street Crossing, Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis
November 2022
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Looking down Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis. Eat Street Crossing on the right.
Metro Transit D-Line Station, Chicago Ave, Minneapolis
November 2022
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Metro Transit D-Line Chicago-Lake Transit Center on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.
Jimmy Longoria Mural on Chicago-Lake Liquors, Minneapolis
November 2022
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A new mural from Jimmy Longoria wraps around the Chicago-Lake Liquors building and covering the front metal shutters.
Seven Points Parking Ramp, Lake Street, Minneapolis
November 2022
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Seven Points Parking ramp on Lake Street in November 2022. Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement in June 2021 at the top of the ramp.
Stella’s Fish Cafe at Night, Uptown Minneapolis
November 2022
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Stella's Fish Cafe on Lake Street in Minneapolis.
Bird Scooter on Girard Ave, Uptown Minneapolis at Night
November 2022
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A Bird scooter on Girard in Uptown Minneapolis in November 2022.
Hennepin and Lake Street, Minneapolis: Elder Abuse Awareness Banner
November 2022
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Boards on the former Victoria Secret and Gap building at Lake and Hennepin.
Until recently, the building still had all of the original boards from June 2020 that went up following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Biker on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis, in first snowfall
November 2022
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A biker on Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis during the seasons first snowfall.
Former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct in Snowfall
November 2022
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The former Minneapolis Police third precinct in South Minneapolis. The precinct was burned in 2020 by protesters following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Lake Street/Midtown Station Mural in Minneapolis Snowfall
November 2022
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Lake Street / Midtown Station in South Minneapolis during November snowfall.
George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, in November Snowfall
November 2022
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Snow falls on Chicago Avenue. George Floyd Square has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
IDS Center Skyway and Marquette Ave in Snow, Minneapolis
November 2022
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Outside the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis during the first snowfall of the season.
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