Minnesota

5,907 photos · 2008–2026

5,907 photographs tagged Minnesota, 2008–2026.

Man on a red Ecofun Motorsport moped rides down East Lake Street in Minneapolis near a Metro Transit 21E bus. — A man rides a red Ecofun Motorsport moped down East Lake Street in Minneapolis. The bus behind him is a Metro Transit vehicle on the 21E route.

MAD DADS organization members gather at the Midtown Transit Center on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. — MAD DADS, an organization focused on community safety and violence prevention, is present at the Midtown Transit Center in Minneapolis.

Boarded storefront on Chicago Avenue displays graffiti memorializing Breonna Taylor, Amir Locke, and George Floyd in Minneapolis. — Graffiti honoring Breonna Taylor, Amir Locke, and George Floyd on the boarded-up windows of the former Sheraton Hotel on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The Hotel was used to house the homeless during the Minneapolis Uprising and has sat vacant since it was closed down.

McDonald's storefront on Lake Street displays yellow window wraps advertising McDelivery and third-party delivery services. — A McDonald's restaurant on Lake Street in Minneapolis displays McDelivery window wraps and partnerships with third-party delivery services including Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Grubhub.

Black Daze mural with stylized eyes and ornamental designs on a building along Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. — This mural, created by artist Black Daze, on the side of a building on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.

A person fishes from a bench on Cedar Lake's shore in Minneapolis with downtown towers visible across the water. — Cedar Lake is one of the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, about 170 acres and 51 feet deep at its deepest point. An angler casts a line from the shore toward the open water.

Person wearing a Swoosh High hoodie stands on a street blocked by construction barriers at night in Minneapolis. — Man stands on Hennepin Avenue during heavy road construction while club goers come and go from a nightclub behind the barricades.

Uptown Theater marquee displays illuminated signage advertising Sepultura concert on September 18. — The Uptown Theater marquee in Minneapolis with SEPULTURA on it.

A temporary sidewalk closure sign directs pedestrians to use Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Temporary fencing has been erected to close the sidewalk on E 31st Street in Minneapolis, directing pedestrians to use Lake Street. This closure followed the pitching of tents under a nearby bridge.

Fenced sidewalks and road markings on East 31st Street in Minneapolis at night under an underpass. — Fencing was installed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) along E 31st Street in Minneapolis. This barrier was erected following the removal of an encampment that had been established in the area.

Minneapolis police officers stand at a Metro Transit bus stop on Lake Street at night. — Minneapolis Police officers stand near a Metro Transit bus stop on Lake Street in South Minneapolis.

Private security guard stands beside a white pickup truck at a Minneapolis gas station on Lake Street at night. — A private security guard stands by a pickup truck at a gas station on Lake Street in South Minneapolis.

Midtown Exchange building illuminated at night above the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — The Midtown Exchange, originally constructed in the 1920s as a distribution center for Sears, seen from the Midtown Greenway.

Park & Lake Car Wash, a green and white building with neon signage, operates on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Park & Lake Car Wash sits on Lake Street in Minneapolis, near its junction with Park Avenue. The business takes its name from that cross-street location, a common naming pattern for Twin Cities car washes.

Protester holds a "Never Walz" sign at the Minnesota State Fair during the 2024 election campaign. — A man holds a "Never Walz" sign near an Amy Klobuchar campaign banner at the Minnesota State Fair. Tim Walz, Minnesota's governor, was serving his second term and running as the Democratic vice presidential nominee alongside Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.

A crowd of people attends the Minnesota State Fair, with a woman in the center wearing a Harris-Walz campaign hat. — A woman wears a "Harris Walz" hat while looking at her phone at the Minnesota State Fair in September 2024 as Vice Presidential candidate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz makes an appearance.

Homeland Security officer stands guard at a food stand during Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz's appearance at the Minnesota State Fair. — A Homeland Security officer stands guard outside a food stand at the Minnesota State Fair prior to the anticipated appearance of Vice Presidential Candidate and then-Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz waves to crowds at the Minnesota State Fair during his 2024 Vice Presidential campaign. — Tim Walz, then Governor of Minnesota, waves to a crowd at the Minnesota State Fair. Walz was campaigning during the 2024 presidential election cycle as a candidate for Vice President.

Governor Tim Walz at the Minnesota State Fair on Sept 1, 2024, wearing a "Minnesota Grown" cap and holding tickets. — Governor Tim Walz, wearing a "Minnesota Grown" cap, interacts with fairgoers at the Minnesota State Fair on September 1, 2024. He is holding tickets or receipts in his hand. The Minnesota State Fair is a major annual event held in Falcon Heights, showcasing agriculture and entertainment. This image was taken during the 2024 Minnesota State Fair, a significant cultural and economic event for the state. Governor Walz's presence highlights the fair's role as a platform for public engagement and a reflection of Minnesota's agricultural heritage. The fair is a key fixture in the state's calendar, drawing large crowds and featuring a wide array of exhibits and activities.

Tim Walz greets a fairgoer wearing a Minnesota Grown cap at the Minnesota State Fair. — Tim Walz, Minnesota's governor and the 2024 Democratic vice presidential nominee, appeared at the Minnesota State Fair on September 1, 2024. The fair, held annually in Falcon Heights, draws more than a million visitors over its twelve-day run and is one of the largest state fairs in the country. Minnesota governors have long made appearances there, a tradition tied to the fair's role as a stop for statewide and national candidates during election years.

Governor Tim Walz eats a pork chop at the Minnesota State Fair on September 1, 2024. — Governor Tim Walz engages with attendees while holding a pork chop at the Minnesota State Fair on September 1, 2024. The Minnesota State Fair, held annually in Falcon Heights, is one of the largest state fairs in the United States. It serves as a significant cultural and agricultural event for the state, showcasing livestock, agricultural products, and entertainment. The fair's history dates back to 1854, and it continues to be a major gathering place for Minnesotans.

Uptown Ties Rooftop in Minneapolis — Uptown Ties, a rooftop bar located on Lagoon Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood.

Minneapolis skyline illuminated at dusk across Bde Maka Ska lake after a thunderstorm. — The Minneapolis skyline is visible across Bde Maka Ska following a severe thunderstorm on August 26, 2024.

Police dispatch console in a Minneapolis squad car showing an active call near Lagoon and Girard avenues. — A police mobile data terminal shows an active dispatch screen for units responding to a call near Lagoon Avenue and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis

Joyful Riders Club in Minneapolis August 2024 — A group of cyclists participates in a night ride organized by the Joyful Riders Club on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.

Harris Walz yard sign in Minneapolis August 2024 — A Kamala Harris / Tim Walz yard sign in Minneapolis on August 21st, 2024.

Green Day at Target Field in Downtown Minneapolis — Green Day performs at Target Field in downtown Minneapolis. Opened in 2010, Target Field is a baseball stadium that serves as the home ballpark for Major League Baseball's Minnesota Twins. The stadium is designed to accommodate a variety of events, including concerts, and is a significant venue for public gatherings in the Twin Cities.

Metallica Pop Up Store in Minneapolis — A worker installs bright yellow signage for a temporary Metallica pop-up store in downtown Minneapolis ahead of the band’s summer 2024 performances. The shop featured exclusive merchandise tied to Metallica’s 72 Seasons tour, one of the group’s largest North American runs in years.

Daisy's Bar in Minneapolis August 2024 — The patio of Daisy's Bar, located in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, is shown in August 2024. This establishment is situated at the prominent intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue.

Eat Street in Minneapolis August 2024 — Bikers and pedestrians on Nicollet Avenue, known as Eat Street because of the amount of restaurants

It's All Good on Nicollet Ave — A man walks past a convenience store on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis. The store displays "OPEN" in neon and advertises "TOBACCO," "VAPO," and "GLASS." Nicollet Avenue is a major commercial street in Minneapolis, known for its retail and dining establishments.

Live music flyers on Nicollet Ave — Live music flyers on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis outside a restaurant.

Cheapo Records on Nicollet Ave August 2024 — Cheapo Records, a long-standing independent music store located on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis, is documented here in 2024.

Floyd's World mural on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis — A mural reading "Floyd's World" adorns a building on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.

Tesla Cybertruck at 801 Chophouse in Minneapolis — A Tesla Cybertruck is parked at the valet stand of 801 Chophouse in downtown Minneapolis.

Anti-Don Samuels yard signs lie on grass in Minneapolis. — Anti-Don Samuels yard signs lie on grass in Minneapolis. The signs criticize Samuels in the context of a Minneapolis election campaign.

Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square August 2024 — The Daunte Wright Memorial is located at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This memorial honors Daunte Wright, who was killed by a Brooklyn Center police officer in April 2021.

Fire All Cops at George Floyd Square — Graffiti reading "Fire All Cops" is visible on a dark surface at George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis.

Ilhan Omar Campaign Sign in Minneapolis 2024 — A yard sign for Ilhan Omar's congressional campaign is displayed in South Minneapolis. This sign was visible during the 2024 election cycle, when Omar faced a primary challenge from Don Samuels.

Anti Don Samuels Yard Signs during Minnesota Election — Yard signs mentioning Don Samuels laying next to a Don Samuels yard sign in Minneapolis.

Don Samuels Campaign Sign in 2024 — A "Vote for Love Don Samuels" yard sign is displayed in South Minneapolis, Minnesota. The sign is in support of Don Samuels' candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in Minnesota's Fifth Congressional District. This sign was visible during the election cycle where Samuels challenged incumbent Ilhan Omar for the Democratic nomination in the CD5 primary.

Tim Walz leaves the governors mansion as VP candidate — Governor Tim Walz departs the Eastcliff mansion in St. Paul, Minnesota, on August 11, 2024. This residence serves as the official home for the sitting governor of Minnesota. Walz was leaving to travel to the airport shortly after being selected as Kamala Harris's running mate for the upcoming presidential election.

Crowds gather outside Tim Walz residence — A crowd gathers outside the Governor's Mansion in St. Paul, Minnesota, on August 6, 2024. The gathering occurred just before Governor Tim Walz departed for Philadelphia to be announced as Kamala Harris's running mate for the upcoming presidential election.

A small dog sits on a man’s shoulder at Eastcliff in St. Paul, Minnesota. — Governor Tim Walz departs Eastcliff, the Minnesota governor’s residence in St. Paul, as he is considered for national office. A small dog rides on the shoulder of a person nearby during the departure.

Tim Walz inside Eastcliff in St. Paul before departing after being selected as Kamala Harris’s running mate. — Eastcliff, the University of Minnesota president’s residence in St. Paul, where Gov. Tim Walz prepared to depart after being selected as Kamala Harris’s running mate. Walz was expected to travel to the airport ahead of the campaign announcement. The historic mansion has served as the governor’s residence for official events and private meetings.

Minnesota State Patrol vehicle parked at Eastcliff in St. Paul. — A Minnesota State Patrol vehicle is parked at Eastcliff, the governor’s residence in St. Paul. Eastcliff has long served as the official home of Minnesota’s governor and a site for state security operations.

Tim Walz sits on a barricade near Eastcliff in St. Paul. — Eastcliff, the Minnesota governor’s residence in St. Paul, after Gov. Tim Walz was chosen as Kamala Harris’s running mate. Walz left the residence by State Patrol SUV on August 6, 2024, as security was being arranged for his new role in the presidential campaign.

Vice President finalist Tim Walz prior to fundraiser — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz departs his official residence, the Eastcliff, during heavy rainfall. The governor was en route to a fundraising event in Minneapolis. This was the first time he was seen after heavy rumors of him being the pick for Vice President, which became official the next morning.

Red White and Blue Capella Tower, Tim Walz VP — Capella Tower in Downtown Minneapolis is illuminated in red, white, and blue lights in August 2024. This lighting coincided with speculation about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz potentially joining the 2024 presidential ticket.

Skyway at Target Headquarters — Skyway between Target Plaza North and Target Plaza South. The buildings are home to the headquarters of retail giant Target.

Volcanic Bike Patrol Bike in Minneapolis — Minneapolis Police Department "Patrol Bike" bicycles, manufactured by Volcanic Bikes

Metro Transit Bus at Nicollet Mall July 2024 — A Metro Transit bus travels along Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. Nicollet Mall.

Chalk art on a downtown Minneapolis sidewalk depicts the city skyline with fireworks and includes instructions for viewers to photograph it. — Chalk art depicting the Minneapolis skyline with fireworks is displayed on the sidewalk outside the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis. The artwork, created by @AlleyCreations and dated 2024, includes the instruction "STAND HERE TAKE PIC" to guide viewers for optimal photo opportunities.

Foshay Tower and IDS Center — The Foshay Tower, completed in 1929, stands as a historic landmark in downtown Minneapolis, originally serving as the city's tallest building. Adjacent to it is the IDS Center, a modern skyscraper completed in 1973 that became the city's tallest building upon its completion.

People walk in the Minneapolis skyways in July 2024 — People utilize the Minneapolis Skyway system, an enclosed pedestrian bridge network connecting buildings in downtown Minneapolis. The skyway was first conceived in the 1960s to provide a climate-controlled environment for pedestrians, shielding them from harsh winter weather and facilitating movement between offices and shops.

Paved recreational trail with shelter structure and wooden fencing at sunset along Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. — The re-opened Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail that was closed for years due to light rail construction.

Revel Apartments building boarded up on Lake Street in Minneapolis following a shooting incident. — Revel is an apartment building with ground floor retail on Lake Street in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis. Its windows are boarded with plywood after gunfire shattered them in 2024.

Ragstock storefront on Lake Street in Minneapolis with construction barriers and orange and white traffic cones blocking the street. — Graffiti adorns the facade of Ragstock on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

The Psychic Reader building at 1700 Lake Street in Minneapolis shows boarded-up entrance and fire damage to upper structure. — The Psychic Reader building at 1700 Lake Street in Minneapolis sustained significant fire damage, with arson suspected following a late-night incident. The structure, located in the Uptown neighborhood, housed a business offering palm readings and tarot cards.

A vandalized infrastructure project sign on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis displays graffiti over text about President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. — A vandalized sign indicating project funding by President Joe Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law on the Midtown Greenway in Uptown Minneapolis.

Dario restaurant's outdoor patio filled with diners on a North Loop Minneapolis street at night. — Dario, a modern Italian restaurant established in 2023 in Minneapolis's North Loop neighborhood.

Police tape and officers outside REVEL Apartments on Lake Street in Minneapolis near Floyd's Barbershop. — REVEL Apartments on Lake Street in Minneapolis is cordoned off by police tape after a reported shooting. Officers stand near the building entrance and along the sidewalk beside Floyd's Barbershop.

Pedestrians gather outside the Gay 90's nightclub on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Clubers outside the Gay 90s nightclub in Downtown Minneapolis in July 2024.

Minneapolis Police officers secure a cordoned area on Lake Street in Uptown following a shooting incident. — Minneapolis Police officers secure the area on Lake Street in the Uptown neighborhood following a shooting. The "Revel Apartments" building and "Floyd's Barbershop" are visible in the background.

Customers line up at a brightly lit red food truck at night in an urban area. — A line of people wait to order from a food truck at Warehouse District Live in Minneapolis.

Interior of Daisy's Uptown Bar in Minneapolis showing patrons, illuminated chandeliers, and bar counter with security measures in place. — Metal detectors and security at the entrance to Daisy's bar in Uptown Minneapolis.

A handwritten suggestion board in Minneapolis's Warehouse District displays crowdsourced messages on its chalkboard surface at night. — A "Suggestion Board" stands in the Warehouse District Live area of Downtown Minneapolis.

Full patio at The Local in Downtown Minneapolis — A full patio at the Local Irish Pub in Downtown Minneapolis. The restaurant is located on Nicollet Mall.

Green Day billboard in Minneapolis — Green Day signage outside of Target Field and Target Field Station.

Boots and Purse in Uptown Minneapolis — Discarded personal items, including boots, a purse, and mobile phones, lie on the sidewalk of Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Interior of a clothing and accessories store on Lake Street in South Minneapolis displaying merchandise on walls and racks. — Interior of a clothing store on Lake Street in South Minneapolis.

A person walks down a wet Lake Street sidewalk past storefronts with neon signs and colorful street art at night. — A lone individual walks down Lake Street in South Minneapolis at night.

Large crowd gathers outside Target Center in Minneapolis during the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials. — A crowd gathers outside the Target Center in Minneapolis for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials. These trials are an important event for athletes seeking to qualify for the Olympic Games.

An angler stands on a wooden pier fishing on Cedar Lake in Minneapolis at dusk. — Cedar Lake is one of the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, a roughly 170-acre lake on the city's west side with a maximum depth of about 51 feet. A wooden pier extends into the water, giving anglers access away from the shoreline's reeds and trees. The downtown Minneapolis skyline rises beyond the tree line on the lake's far shore.

Crowds gather outside Target Center in downtown Minneapolis during the US Gymnastics Olympic Trials in June 2024. — Pedestrians gather outside the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis during the US Gymnastics Olympic Trials. A skybridge above the street displays "GYMNASTICS CITY USA" and images of gymnasts. The event, held at the Target Center, served as a qualifying competition for the Olympic Games.

Crowds gather under tent canopies during Pride Week festivities outside The Saloon bar in downtown Minneapolis. — Minneapolis Pride Week festivities unfold outside The Saloon, a prominent LGBTQ+ bar located in downtown Minneapolis. The event, held during Pride 2024, draws a large crowd to the surrounding streets.

Sailboats dotting Bde Maka Ska with the Minneapolis skyline beyond under a dramatic cloudy sky. — Sailboats on Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis on a June evening in 2024, under a sky filled with dramatic clouds.

Olympic rings stand illuminated at night beneath the red "Gymnastics City USA" skyway in downtown Minneapolis during the 2024 U.S. — Downtown Minneapolis was transformed into "Gymnastics City USA" for the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials in June 2024.

Target Center in downtown Minneapolis displays a welcome banner for the U.S. Olympic Team Gymnastics Trials, June 2024. — The Target Center in Downtown Minneapolis hosted the U.S. Olympic Team Gymnastics Trials from June 27-30, 2024. This event determined the athletes who would represent the United States at the Olympic Games.

Visitors stand at the base of Minnehaha Falls, a 53-foot waterfall in Minneapolis's Minnehaha Regional Park. — Visitors gather at the base of Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in June 2024. The waterfall, a prominent feature of Minnehaha Regional Park, cascades approximately 53 feet into a creek that flows into the Mississippi River. Established in 1889, Minnehaha Regional Park is one of the oldest and most visited parks in the Minneapolis Park System.

A person in a blue shirt stands at the base of Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis, with turbulent whitewater cascading down moss-covered rock walls. — A lone fisherman casts a line into the churning waters at the base of Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis. The falls, a prominent feature of Minnehaha Regional Park, have been a popular natural attraction since the park's establishment in the late 19th century. The park and its waterfall were immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 1855 poem, 'The Song of Hiawatha,' further cementing its cultural significance.

Minnehaha Falls cascades 53 feet into a pool surrounded by moss-covered rock walls in Minneapolis. — Minnehaha Falls, located in Minnehaha Regional Park, Minneapolis, is a significant natural landmark within the city's park system. The waterfall, which cascades 53 feet, has been a point of interest since the area was established as a park in the late 19th century. The falls are fed by Minnehaha Creek, and their flow is often enhanced after periods of heavy rainfall, as seen here on June 23, 2024.

Minneapolis skyline partially obscured by fog and rain, with Grain Belt Brewery silos in the foreground. The city's downtown is situated along the Mississippi River. — The Minneapolis skyline is partially obscured by fog and rain, with the historic Grain Belt Brewery silos visible in the foreground. The city's downtown area, situated along the Mississippi River, has a history rooted in milling and industry, with these silos representing a significant part of that heritage.

Large mural depicting Prince with a guitar adorns a downtown Minneapolis building beside a stage set up for a celebration event. — A mural honoring Prince adorns a building in Downtown Minneapolis, adjacent to a stage set up for a 2024 Prince celebration.

The abandoned Nicollet Self Service Car Wash in Minneapolis is covered in graffiti and overgrown vegetation — The Nicollet Self Service Car Wash on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis has been abandoned for years. The structure, once a functional piece of urban infrastructure, now serves as a canvas for graffiti artists. Overgrown vegetation and puddles of water suggest a period of neglect and the encroachment of nature on the built environment.

Neon "Prince" and "Celebration" signs illuminate a storefront entrance decorated with pink neon artwork in downtown Minneapolis. — A mural on a door in Downtown Minneapolis during the annual Prince Celebration event. This year was also the 40th anniversary of Purple Rain.

Capybaras resting in a Maplewood, Minnesota pen beside a red bucket — Capybaras rest in a pen in Maplewood, Minnesota. One lies in the foreground while several others huddle beside a red bucket against a wooden fence. The enclosure floor is covered with wood shavings.

A Sun Country Airlines jet flies between office towers in downtown Minneapolis. — A Sun Country Airlines jet flies over downtown Minneapolis between office towers. Sun Country Airlines is based at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, the region’s primary commercial airport.

Pedestrians and a scooter user on Nicollet Mall at sunset in downtown Minneapolis, with the Target flagship store visible across the street. — Pedestrians and a scooter at sunset on Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis, across from Target's flagship store.

Protest signs reading "ABOLITION" and "STOP THE VIOLENCE" hang on a fence surrounding the abandoned Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building. — Signs reading "ABOLITION" and "STOP THE VIOLENCE" are displayed on the fence surrounding the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station on June 19, 2024. The building has been vacant since it was damaged during protests following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020.

Concrete barricades block access to a vacant lot on a residential street in South Minneapolis. — Concrete barricades are placed on a lot in South Minneapolis, a tactic employed by the city following the dismantling of encampments.

A colorful mural depicting George Floyd lies on the street at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, surrounded by candles, flowers, and plants. — A vibrant mural depicting George Floyd adorns the street at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, the site where he died in police custody on May 25, 2020.

Alaska Airlines jet descends toward Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport above downtown Minneapolis buildings including Capella Tower. — An Alaska Airlines jet approaches Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, flying over the downtown core. The Capella Tower, completed in 1992, is visible on the left, distinguished by its distinctive glass-domed roof.

Pizza Luce restaurant storefront on North 1st Street in downtown Minneapolis with parked Tesla vehicles on the street. — Pizza Luce is a popular restaurant located on North 1st Street in Downtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct building on 4th Street North in downtown Minneapolis. — The Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct is located at 400 4th Street North in downtown Minneapolis.

Nighttime construction equipment and barriers line Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street near the Uptown Theater in Minneapolis. — Nighttime construction is underway on Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood.

Lightning hits the Capella Tower in downtown Minneapolis — A powerful lightning strike illuminates the downtown Minneapolis skyline during a summer storm in June 2024.

Midtown Greenway Jogger in June 2024 — A lone jogger uses the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis after a rain shower. This 5.7-mile paved trail follows the path of a former railroad line, converted into a public corridor in the late 1990s.

Pho Tau Bay Restaurant storefront on Cecil Newman Lane in Minneapolis, illuminated at dusk with street signs and trees. — Pho Tau Bay Restaurant is located on Cecil Newman Lane between Nicollet Avenue and 1st Avenue South in Minneapolis.

Little Tijuana Bar & Restaurant storefront at Nicollet Avenue and East 26th Street in South Minneapolis, illuminated by neon signs and red lighting at night. — The Little Tijuana Bar & Restaurant, located at Nicollet Avenue and East 26th Street in South Minneapolis.

Sailboats with tall masts moored at a dock on Bde Maka Ska lake in Minneapolis at dusk. — Sailboats are docked at Bde Maka Ska, a lake in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The lake is part of the city's Chain of Lakes, a system of lakes and parkways that are popular for recreation and serve as a vital green space within the urban environment. Bde Maka Ska, originally known as Lake Calhoun, was renamed in 2020 to honor the Dakota people.

Sailboat with colorful striped sail docked at Bde Maka Ska lake in Minneapolis with city skyline beyond. — Bde Maka Ska, Minneapolis: Sailboat and Sunset View. People gather on the docks of Bde Maka Ska, one of Minneapolis's Chain of Lakes, to watch the sunset. The lake, originally known as Lake Calhoun, was renamed Bde Maka Ska in 2020 following a tribal council resolution to honor its Dakota heritage.

Psychic Reader storefront at 1700 Lake Street in Minneapolis glows with neon palm tarot and psychic reading signs at dusk. — Psychic Reader, a business offering palm and tarot card readings, is located at 1700 Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

LakeHaus Apartments rooftop pool and amenity deck in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood viewed from above. — LakeHaus Apartments in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood is a multifamily residential building with a rooftop pool and resident amenity deck.

Excavated light rail tunnel construction site with red and white building and Minneapolis skyline in background. — Construction is underway on the Kenilworth LRT Tunnel in Minneapolis, a key component of the Southwest Light Rail Transit (Green Line) extension.

Minneapolis skyline beyond residential buildings and Bde Maka Ska lake in the Uptown neighborhood. — This photograph presents a panoramic view of Minneapolis, Minnesota, looking eastward from the southwest quadrant of the city. The foreground features residential buildings and the distinct architecture of the Uptown neighborhood. Beyond, the waters of Bde Maka Ska and Lake of the Isles are visible.

Waterbury House Apartments and surrounding residential towers on Lake Street in Minneapolis at dusk with downtown skyline visible in distance. — Waterbury House Apartments, located on Lake Street in Minneapolis, is a modern residential building situated near the intersection of Lake Street and Excelsior Boulevard.

Crowd of people gathered on an illuminated rooftop at Uptown Ties nightclub in Minneapolis. — The rooftop of Uptown Ties, a nightclub on Lagoon Ave in Uptown Minneapolis.

Downtown Minneapolis from new Green Line Train Extension — The Minneapolis skyline is illuminated at dusk, with Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins, prominently visible in the foreground. The stadium, completed in 2010, is a central feature of the North Loop neighborhood.

Barkley O'Neal 2024 banner on a building in North Minneapolis with downtown behind it — A banner reading “Barkley O'Neal 2024” hangs on a building in North Minneapolis with the downtown skyline in the background. The sign is a reference to NBA commentators Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal during the 2024 postseason.

Eduardo Kobra's colorful geometric mural depicting Bob Dylan covers a building wall on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — This mural, located on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, features a portrait of musician Bob Dylan by Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra. The artwork, completed in 2015, spans the side of a building and incorporates Kobra's signature geometric style with vibrant colors.

Blue chairs line a wooden deck at Peavey Plaza overlooking a still pool surrounded by mature trees and modern downtown Minneapolis architecture. — Peavey Plaza is a public plaza in downtown Minneapolis, next to Orchestra Hall on Nicollet Mall. It opened in 1975 and was rebuilt in 2019, keeping its signature reflecting pool as a central feature.

Minneapolis Police Department squad car covered in flowers, handwritten tributes, and law enforcement patches memorializing Officer Jamal Mitchell. — A Minneapolis Police Department squad car serves as a makeshift memorial for Officer Jamal Mitchell, who was killed on May 30, 2024, while responding to a mass shooting. The vehicle is covered in flowers, tributes, and patches from various law enforcement agencies.

Community members visit a memorial tent for Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell outside the 4th Precinct police station. — A temporary memorial has been established outside the Minneapolis Police Department's 4th Precinct in honor of Officer Jamal Mitchell. Officer Mitchell was killed on May 30, 2024, while responding to a mass shooting incident.

Floral memorial with red and white flowers at the base of a utility pole at Blaisdell Avenue and 31st Street in Minneapolis. — A makeshift memorial honors Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell at the corner of Blaisdell Avenue and 31st Street. Officer Mitchell was killed on May 30, 2024, while responding to a shooting incident.

Peavey Plaza in downtown Minneapolis features a water feature with blue Adirondack chairs, mature trees, and modern skyscrapers in the background. — Peavey Plaza, located in downtown Minneapolis, is a public space designed by M. Paul Friedberg and opened in 1975.

Handwritten memorial note honoring Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell attached to a utility pole on Blaisdell Avenue. — A makeshift memorial honors Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell on Blaisdell Avenue. Officer Mitchell was killed on May 30, 2024, while responding to a shooting incident.

Stone Arch Bridge's illuminated stone arches span the Mississippi River at night with Minneapolis skyline beyond. — The Stone Arch Bridge, a former railroad bridge constructed in 1883, is undergoing repairs. The bridge, which spans the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, is closed to the public for several summers to facilitate this work.

Hundreds of Minneapolis police vehicles with activated lights form a procession in downtown Minneapolis following an officer's death. — Hundreds of Minneapolis police officers formed a procession outside the Hennepin County Medical Center to escort the body of Officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting incident earlier that day. The procession proceeded from the medical center in downtown Minneapolis to the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office in Minnetonka.

Minneapolis police vehicles and officers conduct a nighttime procession through downtown streets. — Hundreds of Minneapolis police officers formed a procession to escort the body of Officer Jamal Mitchell from Hennepin County Medical Center to the medical examiner's office in Minnetonka. Officer Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting incident earlier that day. The escort route passed through downtown Minneapolis, with law enforcement vehicles lining the streets.

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