Minneapolis: Lock on fence at Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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A lock hanging on fencing around the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis: Mirror Art at Hennepin County Government Center During Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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Protest signs in the form of mirrors outside the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
National Guard vehicle near Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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A military vehicle drives around the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Hennepin County Government Center during Derek Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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The Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Chalk messages outside Minneapolis courthouse during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Chalk laying outside a building across the street from the Hennepin County Government Center where the trial of Derek Chauvin has begun. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Razor Wire at Minneapolis Police Third Precinct, March 2021
March 2021
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Razor wire around the temporary Minneapolis Police third precinct on March 3, 2021.
Minneapolis Wells Fargo Bank Demolition After George Floyd Riots
March 2021
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Demoition of the one time Wells Fargo Bank on Nicollet in Minneapolis on March 3, 2021. The bank was destroyed in riots folowing the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Fencing with Protest Signs
March 2021
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Protest signs hang on the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The precinct was burned during unrest over the May 25th death of George Floyd.
Target Center secured with fencing during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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The Target Center received fencing like many other properties owned by the City of Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct Security Door Installation
March 2021
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Minneapolis Police installs security door that slides down in front of the windows.
Boarded Ace Hardware on Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis
March 2021
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An Ace hardware store on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis.
Roses in paint outside Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Roses in red paint portrayed to look like blood in an installation outside the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Reflect art installation outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Flowers and mirrors outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters place mirrors and red paint on the road outside the courthouse.
Hennepin County Government Center: National Guard Sign
March 2021
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A sign hanging on a fence around the Hennepin County Government Center that reads "Bringing in the National Guard. What could possibly go wrong?".
Minneapolis: BLM messages on boarded-up building near Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis US Bank Building boarded with protest messages
March 2021
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Boards on the US Bank Building with chalk writing on it.
Minnesota National Guard at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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The Minnesota National Guard outside the Hennepin County Government Center.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd and Stolen Lives
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Protesters march downtown Minneapolis for Derek Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
George Floyd Pins Sold Outside Hennepin County Courthouse
March 2021
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George Floyd pins being sold outside the courthouse where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is taking place.
Minneapolis Protest Sign: “Minneapolis is under military occupation”
March 2021
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Protesters outside the courthouse where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is beginning in Minneapolis.
Chalk message at Hennepin County Courthouse during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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A protester writes with chalk outside the Hennepin County courthouse at the start of the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Protesters at Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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Protesters behind security fencing that surrounds the courthouse where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is taking place.
Minneapolis Protest: “Police Are The Problem” Sign at Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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Protesters outside the Hennepin County Government Center on March 8th, 2021 during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Minneapolis Protest Outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest: Abolish Police and Prisons Sign
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd Outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
National Guard at Hennepin County Courthouse, Derek Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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The Minnesota National guard outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis on March 7th, 2021 during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
National Guard outside Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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The Minnesota National guard outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis on March 7th, 2021 during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Minneapolis George Floyd Memorial: “Justice for All” Signs
March 2021
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A George Floyd memorial outside the courthouse on March 7, 2021 in Minneapolis where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is taking place.
National Guard vehicles at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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National Guard arrives overnight at the Hennepin County Government Center.
National Guard at Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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The Minnesota National Guard at the Hennepin County Government Center during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Hennepin County Courthouse Security, Minneapolis, March 2021
March 2021
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Security outside the courthouse where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is being held.
National Guard at Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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A man speaks through the fence to the Minnesota National Guard during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Protesters raise fists outside Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
George Floyd protest sign at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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A protester puts a George Floyd poster on security fencing at the Hennepin County Government Center, where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is being held.
Protesters enter security perimeter at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters walking into "The Cage" around the Hennepin County Government Center.
Minneapolis Protest Sign: George Floyd Rest In Power
March 2021
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A protester holds up a George Floyd Rest In Power sign at a march during the Derek Chauvin murder trial in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Protest: Dismantle White Supremacy, March for Justice
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest: “Police = Tools of White Supremacy” Sign
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Marshalls Boarded Up for Chauvin Trial Security
March 2021
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Boards being put over storefronts in downtown Minneapolis in preperation for the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Protestors march near Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd Victims March 2021
March 2021
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The day before Derek Chauvin goes on trial in Minneapolis for the murder of George Floyd a thousand march from the Government Center and down Hennepin Ave with a scroll that has 470+ names of people killed by MN police. Organizers point out Chauvin was involved in 5 of the names.
Minneapolis Protest: Defund White Supremacy Sign
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Protesters sit during Chauvin trial march in Minneapolis
March 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis during the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin was convicted in the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd, Trial Begins
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
St. Paul Protest for George Floyd Justice
March 2021
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Protesters gather outside the mansion seeking justice and change for victims of police violence.
Protester Holds Sign at Minnesota Governor’s Residence Rally
March 2021
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A protester holds up a sign at a rally outside the Minnesota Governor's Residence.
Minneapolis Protest for Police Violence Victims
March 2021
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Protesters gather outside the mansion seeking justice and change for victims of police violence.
Protest at MN Governor’s Residence for Police Brutality Victims
March 2021
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Protesters gather outside the Governor's Residence seeking justice and change for the victims of police brutality.
Toshira Garraway speaks at protest outside Governor’s residence
March 2021
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Family members of victims of police violence speak out and seek justice.
Protesters Rally Against Line 3 Pipeline in St. Paul
March 2021
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Protesters with a Stop Line 3 protest sign in St. Paul.
George Floyd Square: Trial in 3 Days Sign
March 2021
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Justice for George Floyd. Trial in 3 days on the sign at The People's Way in George Floyd Square.
Hennepin County Sheriff Special Operations Vehicle at Derek Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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A Special Operations Sheriff's vehicle parked under the Hennepin County Government Center where Derek Chauvin is being tried for the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis City Hall Security
March 2021
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March 2, 2021 - Minneapolis -- Boards cover entrance doors to Minneapolis City Hall. Security in place prior to the start of the Derek Chauvin Trial. Derek Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd.
Hennepin County Government Center Restricted Area Signage
March 2021
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Signage on secure fencing around the government center. The Derek Chauvin trial is set to begin on March 8th.
Minnesota National Guard Vehicles at The Armory, Minneapolis
March 2021
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The Minnesota National Guard vehicles prior to deployment to Minneapolis over possible unrest during the Derek Chauvin Trial.
Razor Wire Security at Hennepin Courthouse, Minneapolis
February 2021
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Security fencing being installed around the courthouse that will hold the Derek Chauvin murder trial over the death of George Floyd. Jury selection is to begin March 8th.
APX Perimeters Fencing at Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
February 2021
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Security fencing being installed around the courthouse that will hold the Derek Chauvin murder trial over the death of George Floyd. Jury selection is to begin March 8th.
Minneapolis Courthouse Fencing for Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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Security fencing being installed around the courthouse that will hold the Derek Chauvin murder trial over the death of George Floyd. Jury selection is to begin March 8th.
Hennepin County Government Center: Trial Security Fencing
February 2021
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Security fencing being installed around the courthouse that will hold the Derek Chauvin murder trial over the death of George Floyd. Jury selection is to begin March 8th.
Hennepin County Government Center Security Fencing Installation
February 2021
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Fencing continues to go up around the government center in preparation for Derek Chauvin's murder trial.
CourtTV
February 2021
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A CourtTV van parked outside the Hennepin County Government Center. CourtTV will be providing the cameras and video feed to the media pool during the Derek Chauvin Trial that begins March 8th. Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Nekima Levy Armstrong at Downtown Minneapolis Protest
February 2021
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Activists held a press conference this afternoon outside the government center to announce a March 8th protest. They say the fortification of government buildings and acting like the people are the problem is not going to stop this community from demanding justice and change.
Michelle Gross speaks at press conference before Derek Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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Activists held a press conference this afternoon outside the government center to announce a March 8th protest. They say the fortification of government buildings and acting like the people are the problem is not going to stop this community from demanding justice and change.
Minneapolis Protest for Community Control of MPD
February 2021
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A woman holds a sign at a press conference announcing a March 8th protest at the start of the Derek Chauvin trial.
Hennepin County Jail Barricades for Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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The Hennepin County Public Safety Facility, the county jail, behind security fencing in preparation for the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Hennepin County Juvenile Justice Center Boarded for Derek Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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The Hennepin County Juvenile Justice Center with boarded windows in preparation for the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Razor wire and fencing surround Hennepin County Government Center for Derek Chauvin trial
February 2021
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Razor wire being installed around the courthouse that will host the Derek Chauvin trial in less than 2 weeks.
Hennepin County Government Center Security Fencing and Razor Wire
February 2021
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Razor wire being installed around the courthouse that will host the Derek Chauvin trial in less than 2 weeks.
Razor Wire
February 2021
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February 23, 2021 - Minneapolis -- Razor wire lined up between security fencing outside the Hennepin County Government Center where the Derek Chauvin trial begins on March 8th, 2021.
Wet Newspaper on Snow: Minneapolis Mayoral Race
February 2021
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A wet newspaper lays in the snow outside the Hennepin County Government Center. Article titled “Who’s running for Mayor of Minneapolis?”
Minneapolis Police 2nd Precinct Security Ahead of Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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Security fencing going up around the Minneapolis Police 2nd Precinct in northeast Minneapolis. Security comes ahead of the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
February 2021
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February 22, 2021 - Minneapolis -- Barbed wire fencing put up around government buildings in downtown Minneapolis in preperation for the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Barricades at the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office
February 2021
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Hennepin County Medical Examiner's office with security being installed prior to the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Barricades at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
February 2021
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Barricades at George Floyd Square on what was the 56th anniversary of the death of Malcolm X.
George Floyd Square: Remembering Malcolm X in Winter
February 2021
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Dozens gathered at George Floyd Square to remember Malcolm X and talk about black liberation movements. Malcolm was killed 56 years ago. The GFS Liberation Loppet also took place honoring explorer Matthew Henson, who is said to be the first to reach the North Pole.
George Floyd Square Gathering for Malcolm X Anniversary
February 2021
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Dozens gathered at George Floyd Square to remember Malcolm X and talk about black liberation movements. Malcolm was killed 56 years ago. The GFS Liberation Loppet also took place honoring explorer Matthew Henson, who is said to be the first to reach the North Pole.
Save the Boards protest on Lake Street, Minneapolis
February 2021
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About 70 marched down Lake Street in a march organized by Save The Boards to Memorialize the Movement and Visual Black Justice. They demand the President take action to abolish the death penalty, re-open all police murder cases, & defund/de-militarize police.
Minneapolis Police 5th Precinct with Security Barriers, February 2021
February 2021
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The Minneapolis Police Fifth Precinct has continued to have some form of security barriers around it the entirety of the time between George Floyd's death and now.
Minneapolis City Hall Security Fencing for Derek Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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Minneapolis City Hall and the Hennepin County Government Center with security fencing and boards in preparation for the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Hennepin County Government Center Security Barricades
February 2021
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Security measures taking shape around the courthouse where Derek Chauvin will be on trial for the May 2020 murder of George Floyd.
02/18/21 Hennepin County Government Center
February 2021
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Security measures taking shape around the courthouse where Derek Chauvin will be on trial for the May 2020 murder of George Floyd.
02/18/21 Hennepin County Jail
February 2021
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February 18, 2021 - Minneapolis -- Security measures taking shape around the courthouse where Derek Chauvin will be on trial for the May 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Lake Street Shops Reopen After Unrest, Minneapolis
February 2021
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Shops begin to re-open in a strip mall that was heavily damaged during unrest over the death of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Wells Fargo Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, after 2020 unrest
February 2021
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Wells Fargo Bank on Nicollet Ave in South Minneapolis after it was burned during unrest over the 2020 death of George Floyd. The bank sits across from the Minneapolis Police Fifth Precinct.
Cub Foods Grand Opening in South Minneapolis After Riots
February 2021
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Cub Foods in South Minneapolis re-opens after being damaged during the unrest over the death of George Floyd. The grocery store is a block away from the Minneapolis Police 3rd precinct police station.
Midtown Corner Rebuild, Minneapolis, Winter 2020
February 2021
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The rebuilding of the Midtown Corner six-story apartment building. It was still under construction when it burned during unrest. It’s located a block away from the Minneapolis Police third precinct.
Hennepin County Government Center
February 2021
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February 17, 2021 - Minneapolis -- The Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis is where former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin's trial over the death of George Floyd will take place. Jury selection starts on March 8th, 2021. The area around the courtroom is being secured by barricades and layers of fencing in preperation for unrest.
Hennepin County Government Center
February 2021
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February 17, 2021 - Minneapolis -- The Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis is where former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin's trial over the death of George Floyd will take place. Jury selection starts on March 8th, 2021. The area around the courtroom is being secured by barricades and layers of fencing in preperation for unrest.
Minneapolis: Barriers installed near Government Center for Chauvin trial
February 2021
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Public Works vehicles work through the night to put jersey barriers in place around government buildings across from the Hennepin County Government Center where Derek Chauvin trial begins in 19 days.
Minneapolis City Hall in Snow Before Chauvin Trial Security
February 2021
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Minneapolis City Hall and Hennepin County Government Center security preparations begin for the Derek Chauvin trial.
Hennepin County Government Center boarded up before Chauvin trial
February 2021
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The Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis with boards on the doors prior to the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Minneapolis City Hall
February 2021
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Minneapolis City Hall in downtown Minneapolis. Security fencing going up around buildings in the area in preperation for the Derek Chauvin trial.
Government Plaza Light Rail Stop with boards
February 2021
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Minneapolis City Hall Security Ahead of Derek Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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Fencing going up around Minneapolis City Hall and the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis. The unprecedented security measures are taking place 18 days before the start of the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th death of George Floyd.
Minneapolis City Hall and Hennepin County Jail Security Fencing
February 2021
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Security fencing and boards go up at Minneapolis City Hall and the Hennepin County Jail prior to the Derek Chauvin Murder trial.
MInneapolis City Hall Boards
February 2021
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Fencing and barricades begin going up around Minneapolis City Hall. The layers of fencing and barriers are going up with 20 days remaining before jury selection begins in the George Floyd Trial.
Minneapolis City Hall Fencing Before Derek Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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George Floyd Trial Countdown at 38th and Chicago, Minneapolis
February 2021
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George Floyd Trial starts in 21 days from this -7F evening at GFS.
George Floyd Square Mural in Winter, Minneapolis
February 2021
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The George Floyd mural at George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis in Winter 2021.
MyPillow Headquarters in Chaska Minnesota
February 2021
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MyPillow Headquarters in Chaska, MN. MyPillow's founder and CEO is Mike Lindell.
George Floyd Memorial Ice and Snow, Minneapolis
February 2021
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Rare winter rainfall covering the George Floyd Memorial with ice.
George Floyd Square: “Community Building Is Revolutionary” Bench
February 2021
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A bench at George Floyd Square with a note that reads "Community building is revolutionary"
Fuck Walz + Frey
February 2021
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"Fuck Walz + Frey" "No Line 3" written under a bridge on the Midtown Greenway.
Speedway Gas Station Reopening on Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
January 2021
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Speedway gas station preparing to reopen following a rebuilt after being burned down in May 2020.
St. Paul Protest: “We want soup for my family and yours” banner
January 2021
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Protesters march in St. Paul holding up a sign reading "We want soup for my family and yours".
Rebuilt AutoZone on W. Lake Street, Minneapolis, Under Winter Cover
January 2021
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While the Autozone on East Lake was the first building to burn during unrest, the Autozone on W. Lake is the first building to be completely rebuilt.
George Floyd Square Barricades in Snow, Minneapolis
January 2021
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Barricades at George Floyd Square on January 23, 2021. The area has been a protest zone since the May 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis Park & Rec Sign at George Floyd Square in Snow
January 2021
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A repurposed Minneapolis Park & Recreation sign at George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Memorial in Minneapolis Under Snow
January 2021
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George Floyd Square in Minneapolis on a snowy January 23, 2021. The area has been a protest zone since May 2020.
George Floyd Trial Countdown at 38th and Chicago, Minneapolis
January 2021
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Countdown to the Derek Chauvin trial on the former Speedway Gas station at 38th and Chicago, George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Square Memorial in Snow, Minneapolis
January 2021
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Snow falls over the metal fist at George Floyd Square.
Protesters at Minnesota State Capitol in Winter
January 2021
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Trump supporters continuing to gather at the Minnesota State Capitol.
Walgreens on E Lake Street, Minneapolis, Post-Riot Damage
January 2021
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Inside the gutted Walgreens building that was destroyed during Minneapolis riots.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Graffiti: “We’ll Burn This Bitch Again”
January 2021
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Graffiti on the Minneapolis Police third precinct that reads "We'll burn this bitch again" and "Fuck 12". The precinct has been vacant since it was abandoned by the Minneapolis Police and burned by protesters on May 28th, 2020.
Graffiti on Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Barricades
January 2021
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A "Merry Christmas" message to the Minneapolis Police pasted to the side of concrete barricades surrounding the former third precinct.
Minneapolis Protest: “Police Are The Biggest Gang” Sign
January 2021
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100 protesters marched on Inauguration Day from South High to the 3rd precinct. Among the demands were for Biden to reverse Trump climate change & environmental policies and community control of police.
Protesters at Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Inauguration Day
January 2021
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Protesters return to the burned Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on Inauguration Day asking for community control of the police. Less than 3 weeks prior, Dolal Idd was killed by Minneapolis Police during a firearm sting. The Minneapolis Police released video showing what they say was Dolal Idd shooting at them first through the car window.
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