Two people sit around the fire at George Floyd Square in December 2021.

Signage for new Metro Transit D-line bus coming to Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis.

A George Floyd sign hangs on a street pole in South Minneapolis. A yard sign reading "No Justice No Streets" in the yard.

Sign on the People’s Way sign at George Floyd Square that reads "Read the demands! Justice for Daunte Wright!"

Candles in a shape of a heart outside the courthouse where jury selection has begun in the Kim Potter trial. Potter is charged in the April 2021 shooting death of Daunte Wright.

The Dayton’s holiday window on Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis in 2021.

As the 1st juror is selected on day one of the Potter trial, a small group of community activists and protesters are outside the Hennepin County Government Center with large air fresheners in the grass. A prosecutor previously said officers…

Benches at Bryant Lake Bowl seen on a November evening in Minneapolis.

A poem written by Anthony Ceballos on a Hennepin Ave storefront.

"Avenge Kenosha" and “Fuck Kyle” written on the barriers surrounding the third precinct.

A utility box with "Justice 4 George" written on it near 38th street in South Minneapolis.

The Minneapolis Police Fifth Precinct in South Minneapolis surrounded by security fencing.

Security fences around the Lake & Girard parking garage where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement in June.

"Protesting is not a crime murder is" protest sign seen in Downtown Minneapolis

A protester with a "Welcome to Minneapolis!" patch during a march following the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse.

Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis the day after Kyle Rittenhouse is acquitted.

Protesters march after a rally at the Hennepin County Government Center. A day earlier, Kyle Rittenhouse was found not guilty on all charges.

A protester holds up a Black Lives Matter sign outside the Hennepin County Government Center.

“Everlake” signage up at the Midtown Corner apartments that burned last year. Per website:“Embrace the Lake Street community and move home to the brand new Everlake apartments. Cultural charisma. Urban connectivity. Always Minneapolis, Everlake.”

The "Abolish The Police" boards that have covered Moon Palace Books since last May have been removed. Prior to boards, a large banner of same message filled windows as they refused to allow police to stage on their property, instead…

Construction happening at the former Uptown Theatre in Uptown Minneapolis.

Hoban Korean BBQ on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Red Dragon Restaurant and Lounge on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis.

Graffiti on Light Rail tracks outside the Hennepin County Public Safety Facility.

Security fencing around the county jail in downtown Minneapolis prior to the Kim Potter trial. Potter is accused of killing Daunte Wright.

A mural as seen tonight on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The trial for former Brooklyn Center police officer Kimberly Potter is 2 weeks away - November 30th. Potter is charged with 1st & 2nd degree manslaughter for the shooting death…

A small handmade “Free Stuff Inside” cabinet sits beside a picket fence in a residential Minneapolis neighborhood, offering passersby clothing, household items, and other essentials at no cost. These volunteer-maintained boxes—modeled loosely after Little Free Pantries and similar mutual-aid projects—became…

First snowfall at the Say Their Names Memorial near George Floyd Square.

Southside Food & Deli on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis with boards and a Free Palestine flag.

Free Little Food Shelf at Powderhorn Park during the first snow fall of the season.

Minneapolis Police and Rescue respond to a man having a medical emergency as he drove through the east side fist. No one on the scene was injured.

Minneapolis Police and Rescue respond to a man having a medical emergency as he drove through the east side fist. No one on the scene was injured.

Artists and community members help remove the George Floyd mural prior to snow arriving.

This handwritten notice, taped to the window of a Minneapolis bike shop, reflects one of the many grassroots mutual-aid efforts that emerged during the city’s protest movement. The shop offered free, rebuilt bicycles to anyone participating in demonstrations—an informal and…

Seven Points Mall with their boards off for the first time since May 2020. The mall had been covered with boards following the May 2020 murder of George Floyd.

This narrow Uptown alleyway comes alive after dark with the vibrant work of local artist Black Daze, whose murals brighten the service corridors behind Hennepin Avenue’s bars, restaurants, and small storefronts. The deep colors, stylized florals, and swirling patterns contrast…

Looking down Lake Street towards Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis

Treat Yo Self neon sign on Lake Street

Thoth Tarot By Zack Anderson located at 910 W Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

Graffiti at the Uptown Theatre on Hennepin. "Do you know who Winston Smith is??"

A paint covered No Trespassing sign outside the parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3, 2021.

Protesters paint "Stop The Cover Up" outside the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement 5 months earlier.

A dumpster with "Winston Smith" written on it. Smith was shot and killed by a federal task force on top of the parking garage across the street.

Minneapolis Fire Department puts out garbage can fires on Lake Street the night after the election.

Winston Smith graffiti on banner surrounding the parking ramp he was killed by law enforcement in Uptown Minneapolis

The Minneapolis Fire Department puts out garbage can fires on Lake Street the day after the election in Uptown Minneapolis.

Fire in a garbage can in Uptown Minneapolis the day after election night.

Protest signs hang on fencing around the parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3, 2021.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks to supporters at his election night party after winning re-election.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey meets with supporters at his re-election party near downtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey meets with supporters at his re-election party near downtown Minneapolis. The next afternoon he was declared the winner with 49% of the vote.

A Victor Martinez "float" and campaign signs seen in North Minneapolis on election day.

A sticker reading "Don't rank Nezhad" found on the Midtown Greenway.

Londel French, Risa Hosted, and Question 1 2 and 3 yard signs in Minneapolis.

A yard sign reading "Lyndale Neighborhood Votes" seen in South Minneapolis.

"Vote No On 3" signs on Lyndale Avenue.

Security fencing and signage on the Seven Points mall parking garage.

People walk past Seven Points mall in Uptown Minneapolis the day before the election.

The corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. Deona Marie written on boards around the Seven Points Mall. Deona Marie, a protester, was killed on June 13th when a man drove his vehicle through barricades setup by…

Cars in line for Taco Bell on Lake Street in the early morning hours of November 2021.

Yard signs for Kate Knuth and Sheila Nezhad together in a South Minneapolis yard. Both with "Don't Rank Frey" stickers attached, referring to current Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. Election in 2 days.

A sign reading "Warning Twin Cities Police Easily Startled" at 39th and Chicago Avenue, George Floyd Square.

The Murphy Ranks Memorial on Chicago Avenue inside George Floyd Square.

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.”

The Murphy Ranks memorial at George Floyd Square after Minneapolis Public Works made an attempt to clear it.

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.

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.

A pumpkin carving at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.

A lawn sign supporting Clint Conner’s mayoral campaign stands along a residential boulevard in Minneapolis. Conner, an attorney and political newcomer, ran on a platform focused on public safety reforms, neighborhood-level engagement, and governance changes within the city’s mayor–council structure.…

A Laundromat in South Minneapolis.

Habanero Tacos Grill glows along East Lake Street late into the evening, with its bright “TACOS TACOS TACOS” window lettering and a branded food truck parked out front. The restaurant reflects the long-standing presence of Latino food culture on the…

A poster from “mpls is us” regarding information on the November 2nd election.

A Minneapolis Police squad drives down Minnehaha Ave as Open Streets finishes up.

Minneapolis Police watch as dancers perform at Open Streets Minnehaha.

“Riots Work Ya Nerds” graffiti seen during Open Streets Minnehaha.

A "YES ON 2" yard sign on Minnehaha Ave during Open Streets.

"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.

A political mailing in Minneapolis advocating for the re-election of Mayor Jacob Frey.

A Kate Knuth for Mayor of Minneapolis yard sign in South Minneapolis.

A Sheila Nezhad for Minneapolis Mayor and No Justice No Streets yard sign seen in South Minneapolis.

Yard signs in South Minneapolis.

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.

Post office construction beginning on Lake Street Station. The garage portion will remain.

A caretaker at George Floyd Square lights candles at the George Floyd Memorial.

Candles being lit on what would have been George Floyds 48th birthday.

Known MPLS performs at George Floyd Square on what would have been George's 48th birthday.

Metasota performs at George Floyd Square on what would have been George Floyd's 48th birthday.

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…

Paris Stevens, George Floyd's cousin, speaks at George Floyd Square on what would’ve been George Floyd's 48th birthday.

The George Floyd Memorial on what would have been George Floyd's 48th birthday.

The Pillar of Truth Deliverance Temple Drum Line making it's way down Chicago Avenue at George Floyd Square.

"Youth N' Power" written on a stone near the Say Their Names Memorial at George Floyd Square.

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 fencing at Lake Country School in South Minneapolis.

"I love that I hate that I love you" seen on the ground at George Floyd Square.

A poster regarding the rent control question thats on the Minneapolis ballot for the November 2nd election seen in Uptown Minneapolis.

An Abolish The Police sticker on a No Turn on Red sign in Uptown Minneapolis.

"Outreach" workers walking in Uptown Minneapolis.

Woman looking at the menu in the window at Tenka Ramen on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

A police officer parks outside of the Lake & Girard parking ramp.

"Winston Smith was assassinated. Say his name" written on a bridge in South Minneapolis.

The USPS branch on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The post office moved into the former K-Mart after the 2 nearby branches burned down.

The Minneapolis Police Fifth Precinct with security fencing and concrete barricades surrounding it.

The Stop N Shop, located across from the Minneapolis Police Fifth Precinct, now open after being damaged during unrest.

Outside of the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed on June 3rd. New security fencing and wrap installed.

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…

"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.

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…

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.

Mayor Jacob Frey and “No Justice No Peace” yard sign seen in Minneapolis during Open Streets Lyndale Avenue.

A home with a "No Cops, No Judges, No Prison Total Abolition" banner on their home during Open Streets Lyndale 2021.

CPAC tent at Lyndale Avenue Open Streets 2021. “Community Control of the police” “Sign for CPAC here”

Graffiti on concrete barriers around the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed on June 3rd, 2021 by law enforcement.

Warming shelters at the Minneapolis Impound Lot. The city removed them from George Floyd Square on June 3rd.

Graffiti reading "Burn this shit down" written in South Minneapolis on the 4 month anniversary of the death of Winston Smith.

A Mickey Moore yard sign seen in South Minneapolis. Moore is running for City Council 9th Ward.

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.

"I support my neighbors in tents. No encampment evictions" yard sign on Minnehaha Avenue.

"Floyd's Free Food Farm" sign seen near the Minneapolis police third precinct police station.

AutoZone on East Lake St open for business after being the first building to burn during the Minneapolis Uprising.