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Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Protest on Inauguration Day

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Protest on Inauguration Day

January 2021 — 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.

Minneapolis Protesters March on Inauguration Day

Minneapolis Protesters March on Inauguration Day

January 2021 — Around 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.

George Floyd Square Memorial at 38th and Chicago, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Memorial at 38th and Chicago, Minneapolis

January 2021 — On Martin Luther King day a metal fist replaced what was originally a wooden first and then a wooden hand. “Like the materials of the Black Power fist that stand in the center of the Square, we are evolving and becoming a stronger community every day.”

Minnesota State Patrol at State Capitol Amidst Protest Reports

Minnesota State Patrol at State Capitol Amidst Protest Reports

January 2021 — Minnesota State Patrol guards the State Capitol on reports of possible protests following a January 6th, 2021 insurrection at the United States Capitol. 3 Trump supporters at a rally.

National Guard Humvee at Minnesota State Capitol in Snow

National Guard Humvee at Minnesota State Capitol in Snow

January 2021 — Minnesota National Guard stationed around the Minnesota State Capitol.

MN State Patrol Guards Capitol Amidst Protest Following Jan 6th

MN State Patrol Guards Capitol Amidst Protest Following Jan 6th

January 2021 — Minnesota State Patrol guards the State Capitol on reports of possible protests following a January 6th, 2021 insurrection at the United States Capitol. 3 Trump supporters at a rally.

MN State Capitol security during Stop The Steal protest

MN State Capitol security during Stop The Steal protest

January 2021 — Minnesota State Patrol guards the State Capitol on reports of possible protests following a January 6th, 2021 insurrection at the United States Capitol. 3 Trump supporters at a rally.

Protesters at Minnesota State Capitol, St. Paul

Protesters at Minnesota State Capitol, St. Paul

January 2021 — Minnesota State Patrol guards the State Capitol on reports of possible protests following a January 6th, 2021 insurrection at the United States Capitol. 3 Trump supporters at a rally.

National Guard and State Patrol at Minnesota Capitol Protest

National Guard and State Patrol at Minnesota Capitol Protest

January 2021 — Minnesota National Guard and the State Patrol stationed around the Minnesota State Capitol.

Minnesota National Guard at State Capitol Amidst High Security

Minnesota National Guard at State Capitol Amidst High Security

January 2021 — Minnesota National Guard leader Shawn Manke at the Minnesota State Capitol where security was high following violence at the US Capitol. A pro-Trump rally at the Minnesota State Capitol had about 20 in attendance. The Capitol was heavily secured by Ramsey County, St. Paul Police, DNR Conservation Officers, State Patrol and the National Guard after reports of possible violence at State Capitols.

Pro-Trump Rally Security at MN State Capitol

Pro-Trump Rally Security at MN State Capitol

January 2021 — A pro-Trump rally at the Minnesota State Capitol had about 20 in attendance. The Capitol was heavily secured by Ramsey County, St. Paul Police, DNR Conservation Officers, State Patrol and the National Guard after reports of possible violence at State Capitols.

Armed individuals near Minnesota State Capitol protest

Armed individuals near Minnesota State Capitol protest

January 2021 — A pro-Trump rally at the Minnesota State Capitol had about 20 in attendance. The Capitol was heavily secured by Ramsey County, St. Paul Police, DNR Conservation Officers, State Patrol and the National Guard after reports of possible violence at State Capitols.

Minnesota Conservation Officers Guard State Capitol in Snow

Minnesota Conservation Officers Guard State Capitol in Snow

January 2021 — Law enforcement guards the Minnesota State Capitol.

MN State Capitol Security Amidst Snow

MN State Capitol Security Amidst Snow

January 2021 — Minnesota law enforcement surround the Minnesota State Capitol about 10 days after the attack on the United States Capitol.

Cathedral of Saint Paul with National Guard Vehicle

Cathedral of Saint Paul with National Guard Vehicle

January 2021 — A pro-Trump rally at the Minnesota State Capitol had about 20 in attendance. The Capitol was heavily secured by Ramsey County, St. Paul Police, DNR Conservation Officers, State Patrol and the National Guard after reports of possible violence at State Capitols.

Minnesota State Capitol Roads Closed for Rally

Minnesota State Capitol Roads Closed for Rally

January 2021 — A pro-Trump rally at the Minnesota State Capitol had about 20 in attendance. The Capitol was heavily secured by Ramsey County, St. Paul Police, DNR Conservation Officers, State Patrol and the National Guard after reports of possible violence at State Capitols.

Minnesota State Capitol Security Jan 2021

Minnesota State Capitol Security Jan 2021

January 2021 — Barriers and State Patrol guard the Minnesota State Capitol the weekend before the Presidential inauguration. This after an FBI affidavit mentioning potential protests at State Capitols on the weekend of January 16th, 2021 following the January 6th, 2021 insurrection at the United States Capitol.

Protester with “Jesus Save America” sign at MN Governor’s Residence

Protester with “Jesus Save America” sign at MN Governor’s Residence

January 2021 — A lone protester holds up a sign reading "Jesus save America from evil. The steal is real" outside the Minnesota Governor's Mansion.

St. Paul Protest: “Cash not Covid” and “No More Pipelines” Signs

St. Paul Protest: “Cash not Covid” and “No More Pipelines” Signs

January 2021 — “The People’s March” on it’s way in St. Paul. Protesters marching for “Cash not covid”, “Community not cops”, “People not pipelines”, and “Politics without proud boys”.

St. Paul Counter Protest: “When Injustice Becomes Law” Sign

St. Paul Counter Protest: “When Injustice Becomes Law” Sign

January 2021 — “The People’s March” on it’s way in St. Paul. Protesters marching for “Cash not covid”, “Community not cops”, “People not pipelines”, and “Politics without proud boys”.

St. Paul Protest: “Aiding and Abetting is Also a Crime” Sign

St. Paul Protest: “Aiding and Abetting is Also a Crime” Sign

January 2021 — “The People’s March” on it’s way in St. Paul. Protesters marching for “Cash not covid”, “Community not cops”, “People not pipelines”, and “Politics without proud boys”.

Counter protesters at Minnesota Governor’s Residence, St. Paul

Counter protesters at Minnesota Governor’s Residence, St. Paul

January 2021 — “The People’s March” on it’s way in St. Paul. Protesters marching for “Cash not covid”, “Community not cops”, “People not pipelines”, and “Politics without proud boys”.

Protestors March Against Line 3 Pipeline in St. Paul

Protestors March Against Line 3 Pipeline in St. Paul

January 2021 — “The People’s March” on it’s way in St. Paul. Protesters marching for “Cash not covid”, “Community not cops”, “People not pipelines”, and “Politics without proud boys”.

Capella Tower, Minneapolis, Lit Red, White, Blue

Capella Tower, Minneapolis, Lit Red, White, Blue

January 2021 — Capella Tower in downtown Minneapolis lit up red, white and blue following the United States Capitol attack.

Minnesota State Capitol at Dusk, January 6

Minnesota State Capitol at Dusk, January 6

January 2021 — Minnesota State Capitol on the evening of an Insurrection at the US Capitol.

Black Lives Matter Protestors at Minnesota Governor’s Residence

Black Lives Matter Protestors at Minnesota Governor’s Residence

January 2021 — Trump supporters and counter-protesters at the Minnesota Governor’s Residence after a “Storm The Capitol” event at the Minnesota State Capitol.

Protesters at Minnesota Governor’s Residence with Trump Flags

Protesters at Minnesota Governor’s Residence with Trump Flags

January 2021 — Trump supporters gather at the Minnesota Governor’s Residence after a “Storm The Capitol” event at the Minnesota State Capitol.

Protesters at Minnesota Governor’s Mansion on Jan 6

Protesters at Minnesota Governor’s Mansion on Jan 6

January 2021 — Minnesota State Patrol outside the Governor's Mansion while the attack on the US Capitol is occurring. Governor Walz says the State Patrol came into the residence for the first time to remove his son over safety concerns.

St. Paul Police with less lethal weapons near Governor’s Residence Jan 6

St. Paul Police with less lethal weapons near Governor’s Residence Jan 6

January 2021 — Trump supporters gather at the Minnesota Governor’s Residence after a “Storm The Capitol” event at the Minnesota State Capitol.

Trump Train Truck at Minnesota Governor’s Residence, Jan 6

Trump Train Truck at Minnesota Governor’s Residence, Jan 6

January 2021 — Trump supporters gather at the Minnesota Governor’s Residence after a “Storm The Capitol” event at the Minnesota State Capitol.

Minnesota State Patrol at Governor’s Mansion Jan 6

Minnesota State Patrol at Governor’s Mansion Jan 6

January 2021 — Minnesota State Patrol outside the Governor's Mansion while the attack on the US Capitol is occurring. Governor Walz says the State Patrol came into the residence for the first time to remove his son over safety concerns.

Protest for Dolal Idd at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Protest for Dolal Idd at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

January 2021 — Around a thousand protesters gathered outside of the Holiday Gas station at Cedar and 36th in South Minneapolis seeking justice for Dolal Idd. Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 30th, 2020 during a traffic stop. This was the first police officer killing since George Floyd a mile away on May 25th, 2020. Some marched to George Floyd Square.

Protesters march to George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, January 2021

Protesters march to George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, January 2021

January 2021 — Protesters march to George Floyd Square from where Dolal Idd was killed about a mile away.

Minneapolis Protest for Dolal Idd at Cedar Ave

Minneapolis Protest for Dolal Idd at Cedar Ave

January 2021 — Around a thousand protesters gathered outside of the Holiday Gas station at Cedar and 36th in South Minneapolis seeking justice for Dolal Idd. Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 30th, 2020 during a traffic stop. This was the first police officer killing since George Floyd a mile away on May 25th, 2020.

Minneapolis Protest for Dolal Idd, Cedar & 36th

Minneapolis Protest for Dolal Idd, Cedar & 36th

January 2021 — Around a thousand protesters gathered outside of the Holiday Gas station at Cedar and 36th in South Minneapolis seeking justice for Dolal Idd. Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 30th, 2020 during a traffic stop. This was the first police officer killing since George Floyd a mile away on May 25th, 2020.

Minneapolis Protest for Dolal Idd, January 3, 2021

Minneapolis Protest for Dolal Idd, January 3, 2021

January 2021 — Around a thousand protesters gathered outside of the Holiday Gas station at Cedar and 36th in South Minneapolis seeking justice for Dolal Idd. Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 30th, 2020 during a traffic stop. This was the first police officer killing since George Floyd a mile away on May 25th, 2020.

Abolish Police Ice Poverty protest sign

Abolish Police Ice Poverty protest sign

January 2021 — Around a thousand protesters gathered outside of the Holiday Gas station at Cedar and 36th in South Minneapolis seeking justice for Dolal Idd. Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 30th, 2020 during a traffic stop. This was the first police officer killing since George Floyd a mile away on May 25th, 2020.

Protest for Dolal Idd at Cedar & 36th, Minneapolis

Protest for Dolal Idd at Cedar & 36th, Minneapolis

January 2021 — Around a thousand protesters gathered outside of the Holiday Gas station at Cedar and 36th in South Minneapolis seeking justice for Dolal Idd. Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 30th, 2020 during a traffic stop. This was the first police officer killing since George Floyd a mile away on May 25th, 2020.

Minneapolis Protest for Dolal Idd Justice

Minneapolis Protest for Dolal Idd Justice

January 2021 — Around a thousand protesters gathered outside of the Holiday Gas station at Cedar and 36th in South Minneapolis seeking justice for Dolal Idd. Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 30th, 2020 during a traffic stop. This was the first police officer killing since George Floyd a mile away on May 25th, 2020.

Protest for Dolal Idd at Cedar Ave, South Minneapolis

Protest for Dolal Idd at Cedar Ave, South Minneapolis

January 2021 — Around a thousand protesters gathered outside of the Holiday Gas station at Cedar and 36th in South Minneapolis seeking justice for Dolal Idd. Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 30th, 2020 during a traffic stop. This was the first police officer killing since George Floyd a mile away on May 25th, 2020.

Nicollet Mall boarded storefront with graffiti, Minneapolis

Nicollet Mall boarded storefront with graffiti, Minneapolis

January 2021 — "A riot is the language of the unheard" -- MLK

Minneapolis Police Arrest 40 at Noise Demo Protest

Minneapolis Police Arrest 40 at Noise Demo Protest

January 2021 — Around 40 were arrested after participating in a annual nationwide "Noise Demonstration" calling for the abolishing of prisons and standing in solidarity with those incarcerated.

Minneapolis Police Arrest 40 at New Year’s Eve Protest

Minneapolis Police Arrest 40 at New Year’s Eve Protest

January 2021 — Around 40 were arrested after participating in a annual nationwide "Noise Demonstration" calling for the abolishing of prisons and standing in solidarity with those incarcerated.

Minneapolis Police Arrests at Noise Demo Protest, Mill Ruins Park

Minneapolis Police Arrests at Noise Demo Protest, Mill Ruins Park

January 2021 — Around 100 in Minneapolis joined a NYE nationwide call for protest supporting those imprisoned by the state. After the jail was spray-painted Minneapolis Police, State Patrol, Golden Valley PD, Hennepin Sheriffs, & state aerial surveillance descended on the area to arrest dozens.

Minneapolis Juvenile Justice Center Graffiti and Protest Site

Minneapolis Juvenile Justice Center Graffiti and Protest Site

January 2021 — Around a hundred joined a NYE nationwide call for protest supporting those imprisoned by the state. The Minneapolis Police, State Patrol, Golden Valley PD, Hennepin Sheriffs, & state aerial surveillance descended on the area to arrest dozens after the jail was spray-painted.

Minneapolis Police & Hennepin Sheriff Respond to Noise Demo

Minneapolis Police & Hennepin Sheriff Respond to Noise Demo

January 2021 — Around 100 in Minneapolis joined a NYE nationwide call for protest supporting those imprisoned by the state. After the jail was spray-painted Minneapolis Police, State Patrol, Golden Valley PD, Hennepin Sheriffs, & state aerial surveillance descended on the area to arrest dozens.

Hennepin County Sheriff at Minneapolis New Year’s Eve Protest

Hennepin County Sheriff at Minneapolis New Year’s Eve Protest

January 2021 — Around 40 were arrested after participating in a annual natiowide "Noise Demonstration" calling for the abolishing of prisons and standing in solidarity with those incarcerated.

Downtown Minneapolis Protest, Police Response

Downtown Minneapolis Protest, Police Response

January 2021 — Around a hundred joined a NYE nationwide call for protest supporting those imprisoned by the state. The Minneapolis Police, State Patrol, Golden Valley PD, Hennepin Sheriffs, & state aerial surveillance descended on the area to arrest dozens after the jail was spray-painted.

Stop Sign with ‘Stop 12’ Graffiti, Cedar Ave, Minneapolis

Stop Sign with ‘Stop 12’ Graffiti, Cedar Ave, Minneapolis

December 2020 — “Stop 12" graffiti at Holiday Gas on Cedar Ave. The Minneapolis Police shot and killed Dolal Idd the night before on December 30th, 2020. This is one mile from where George Floyd was murdered. Minneapolis Police released video they say showed Dolal Idd shooting first through the window of his car during a firearm sting.

AGAIN? Protest Sign, Dolal Idd Vigil, W 36th St, Minneapolis

AGAIN? Protest Sign, Dolal Idd Vigil, W 36th St, Minneapolis

December 2020 — A protest sign reading "AGAIN?" sits at a vigil for Dolal Idd who was killed by the Minneapolis Police on December 30th.

Protesters March on Cedar Ave after Dolal Idd Killing

Protesters March on Cedar Ave after Dolal Idd Killing

December 2020 — Protesters march down Cedar Ave a night after the Minneapolis police shoot and kill Dolal Idd. Minneapolis Police released video they say showed Dolal Idd shooting first through the window of his car during a firearm sting.

Neighbor supports Dolal Idd march on 17th Ave, Minneapolis

Neighbor supports Dolal Idd march on 17th Ave, Minneapolis

December 2020 — A neighbor comes out to show his support as protesters march down 17th Ave the night after Dolal Idd was killed by Minneapolis Police.

Holiday Gas boarded on Cedar Ave after Dolal Idd killing

Holiday Gas boarded on Cedar Ave after Dolal Idd killing

December 2020 — Workers board up windows at Holiday Gas on Cedar Ave in South Minneapolis in preparation for any possible unrest following the Minneapolis Police shooting of Dolal Idd. Earlier in the year George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police a mile away.

Minneapolis Protest at Holiday Gas after Dolal Idd killing

Minneapolis Protest at Holiday Gas after Dolal Idd killing

December 2020 — Protesters gather the day after Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis police.

Protesters around a street fire on E 36th St, Minneapolis

Protesters around a street fire on E 36th St, Minneapolis

December 2020 — Protesters gather in the street outside the gas station where Minneapolis police killed Dolal Idd. Earlier in the year George Floyd was killed a mile away.

Minneapolis Police at Dolal Idd Protest, Holiday Gas

Minneapolis Police at Dolal Idd Protest, Holiday Gas

December 2020 — Protesters and police outside the gas station that Dolal Idd was killed earlier in the day.

Protesters with bonfire at 36th & Cedar after Dolal Idd killing

Protesters with bonfire at 36th & Cedar after Dolal Idd killing

December 2020 — Protesters gather at 36th and Cedar after the Minneapolis Police shoot and kill Dolal Idd. Earlier in the year George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis Police about a mile away.

Dolal Idd Candlelight Vigil, 36th & Cedar, Minneapolis

Dolal Idd Candlelight Vigil, 36th & Cedar, Minneapolis

December 2020 — A man at a vigil across from where Dolal Idd was killed by Minneapolis Police.

Minneapolis Police Officer at Dolal Idd Protest, 36th & Cedar

Minneapolis Police Officer at Dolal Idd Protest, 36th & Cedar

December 2020 — A Minneapolis police officer stands guard outside the crime scene where Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police.

Helicopter over Dolal Idd Protest, 36th & Cedar, Minneapolis

Helicopter over Dolal Idd Protest, 36th & Cedar, Minneapolis

December 2020 — A helicopter shines it's light down towards protesters outside the gas station where Dolal Idd was killed by Minneapolis Police. Protesters had begun gathering.

Minneapolis Police Officer on Holiday Gas Roof, 36th & Cedar

Minneapolis Police Officer on Holiday Gas Roof, 36th & Cedar

December 2020 — Minneapolis Police on the roof of the Holiday gas station as protesters gather outside where Minneapolis police shot and killed Dolal Idd.

Minneapolis Police, Protesters at Holiday Gas, Dolal Idd Protest

Minneapolis Police, Protesters at Holiday Gas, Dolal Idd Protest

December 2020 — Minneapolis police surround the Holiday Gas station where Dolal Idd was shot and killed as protesters gather.

ATF and DEA Investigate Dolal Idd Killing, Holiday Gas

ATF and DEA Investigate Dolal Idd Killing, Holiday Gas

December 2020 — The ATF and DEA gather outside the Holiday Gas station where Dolal Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on December 31, 2020.

Dolal Idd Killed by Minneapolis Police at 36th & Cedar

Dolal Idd Killed by Minneapolis Police at 36th & Cedar

December 2020 — Minneapolis Police fatally shoot a man after a traffic stop.

George Floyd Square Winter Warming Hut

George Floyd Square Winter Warming Hut

December 2020 — Winter warming huts and barricades at George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square Memorial, Cup Foods, Minneapolis Snow

George Floyd Square Memorial, Cup Foods, Minneapolis Snow

December 2020 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square after a fresh December snowfall.

Community Book Shelf at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Community Book Shelf at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

December 2020 — The Community Book Shelf at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. The building holds books that people can drop off and take out.

People’s Way, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, covered in snow

People’s Way, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, covered in snow

December 2020 — The People’s Way at George Floyd Square after a fresh snowfall. The intersection has been a protest zone since the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Mural on H&M Boards, Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis Uprising

Mural on H&M Boards, Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis Uprising

December 2020 — Boards and a mural on a H&M store on Hennepin Ave. in Uptown Minneapolis.

Burned USPS Post Office, 110 E 31st St, Minneapolis

Burned USPS Post Office, 110 E 31st St, Minneapolis

December 2020 — Located at 110 E 31st St in South Minneapolis and across from the Minneapolis Police 5th precinct. The post office was burned during the George Floyd uprising on May 29th. This along with the Minnehaha Station moved into a vacant K-Mart on Lake Street a block away. The post office was eventually rebuilt and opened 3 years to the day that it burned.

Burned Interior: USPS Lake Street Station, 110 E 31st St

Burned Interior: USPS Lake Street Station, 110 E 31st St

December 2020 — Located at 110 E 31st St in South Minneapolis and across from the Minneapolis Police 5th precinct. The post office was burned during the George Floyd uprising on May 29th. This along with the Minnehaha Station moved into a vacant K-Mart on Lake Street a block away. The post office was eventually rebuilt and opened 3 years to the day that it burned.

Lake Street Station Post Office Fire Aftermath, Minneapolis

Lake Street Station Post Office Fire Aftermath, Minneapolis

December 2020 — Located at 110 E 31st St in South Minneapolis and across from the Minneapolis Police 5th precinct. The post office was burned during the George Floyd uprising on May 29th. This along with the Minnehaha Station moved into a vacant K-Mart on Lake Street a block away. The post office was eventually rebuilt and opened 3 years to the day that it burned.

Minneapolis Police Investigate Shooting at George Floyd Square

Minneapolis Police Investigate Shooting at George Floyd Square

December 2020 — Officers look for evidence inside George Floyd Square after responding to a shooting on December 27, 2020.

Minneapolis Police respond to George Floyd Square shooting

Minneapolis Police respond to George Floyd Square shooting

December 2020 — 17 officers respond to a shooting at George Floyd Square after 2 victims had already been transported to hospitals by the community. Those at the square confronted the officers and offered to walk five of them in to collect shell casings.

Hennepin Ave Protest Murals, Uptown Minneapolis, Dec 2020

Hennepin Ave Protest Murals, Uptown Minneapolis, Dec 2020

December 2020 — Murals on protest boards on Hennepin Ave in Uptown Minneapolis.

Fix Lyndale & Black Lives Matter Mural, Lyndale & Lake St

Fix Lyndale & Black Lives Matter Mural, Lyndale & Lake St

December 2020 — #FixLyndale on the corner of Lyndale and Lake St in Uptown Minneapolis. Advocates have long pushed for a reconfiguration of Lyndale Ave after high amounts of vehicle and pedestrian accidents.

35W Construction December 2025

35W Construction December 2025

December 2020 — Road construction on interstate 35W in South Minneapolis with the city skyline in the background.

George Floyd Square: Black Joy Banner, Trial Countdown Sign

George Floyd Square: Black Joy Banner, Trial Countdown Sign

December 2020 — The sun sets to the west of George Floyd Square on the first day of Kwanzaa. Day 1 represents Umoja (Unity). The countdown to the Derek Chauvin trial was recently added to what was a Speedway sign. The area has been a protest zone since the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Excavator at Minnehaha Liquors Demolition, Minneapolis

Excavator at Minnehaha Liquors Demolition, Minneapolis

December 2020 — Demolition of buildings destroyed in the uprising that followed the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd. The buildings were home to Minnehaha Liquors, a chiropractor’s office and GM Tobacco.

Graffiti on Burned Atlas Staffing, Lake Street, Minneapolis

Graffiti on Burned Atlas Staffing, Lake Street, Minneapolis

December 2020 — The remains of the Atlas Staffing building still in ruins on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The building burned following the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Boarded Building: ‘Mpls Hates Kenosha Cops’

Minneapolis Boarded Building: ‘Mpls Hates Kenosha Cops’

December 2020 — Boards on a building near the burned Minneapolis Police third precinct with "Breonna Taylor", "Mpls Hates Kenosha Cops", "Jacob Blake", "1312" and "ACAB" written on them.

George Floyd Square Protest Sign, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Protest Sign, Minneapolis

December 2020 — A sign at George Floyd Square that reads "Protect Each Other" "Justice 4 George Floyd" "Masks Help Us All"

The People’s Closet & Piano, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

The People’s Closet & Piano, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

December 2020 — Metro Clothing Closet at George Floyd Square. The area has been a protest zone since the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Riot Damaged Strip Mall, Nicollet Ave & Lake St

Riot Damaged Strip Mall, Nicollet Ave & Lake St

December 2020 — A riot damaged strip mall at Nicollet Ave and Lake Street. The building was heavily damaged after the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Wells Fargo Sign from Burned Minneapolis Bank Roof

Wells Fargo Sign from Burned Minneapolis Bank Roof

December 2020 — The view from the roof of the burned Wells Fargo bank across from the Minneapolis police 5th precinct police station. The building was burned after the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Nicollet/Lake Street Strip Mall Post-Uprising

Nicollet/Lake Street Strip Mall Post-Uprising

December 2020 — Strip mall on Nicollet Ave and Lake Street after damage during the Minneapolis Uprising that followed the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.

Safety Deposit Vault, Burned Wells Fargo, Minneapolis

Safety Deposit Vault, Burned Wells Fargo, Minneapolis

December 2020 — Inside the Wells Fargo bank across from the Minneapolis Police 5th Precinct. The bank was burned on May 29th and for months it was secured due to safety deposit boxes that were undamaged.

Burned Wells Fargo Vault, Minneapolis

Burned Wells Fargo Vault, Minneapolis

December 2020 — Inside Wells Fargo bank across from the Minneapolis Police 5th Precinct. The bank was burned on May 29th and for months it was secured due to safety deposit boxes that were undamaged.

Tunnel Below Burned Wells Fargo Drive-Thru, Nicollet Ave

Tunnel Below Burned Wells Fargo Drive-Thru, Nicollet Ave

December 2020 — Inside a tunnel below the drive thru of the Wells Fargo bank across from the Minneapolis police 5th Precinct. The bank was burned on May 29th and for months it was secured due to safety deposit boxes that were undamaged.

Graffiti ‘Fuck Piss Boys’ St. Paul Highway Tunnel

Graffiti ‘Fuck Piss Boys’ St. Paul Highway Tunnel

December 2020 — “Fuck piss boys” in a highway tunnel in St. Paul during a Proud Boys Stop The Steal rally on December 19, 2020.

Black Lives Matter Anti-Fascist March, St. Paul

Black Lives Matter Anti-Fascist March, St. Paul

December 2020 — Protesters march against fascism in downtown St. Paul. The protesters marched through downtown with large banners.

Government Plaza LRT Station, Downtown Minneapolis

Government Plaza LRT Station, Downtown Minneapolis

December 2020 — The Government Plaza LRT stop in downtown Minneapolis.

George Floyd Square Memorial Map, Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Memorial Map, Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

December 2020 — A map near the entrance of George Floyd Square. The area has been a protest zone since the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

George Floyd Square: ‘Free State of George Floyd’ Sign

George Floyd Square: ‘Free State of George Floyd’ Sign

December 2020 — A sign reading “You are now entering the free state of George Floyd” as you enter George Floyd Square. The square has been a protest zone since the the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Temporary US Bank branch, Lake Street parking lot, Minneapolis

Temporary US Bank branch, Lake Street parking lot, Minneapolis

December 2020 — A temporary US Bank branch in the parking lot of the US Bank building. The bank sits just a few buildings away from the Minneapolis 3rd precinct police station that was burned after the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Target Re-opening Billboard on Lake Street, Minneapolis

Target Re-opening Billboard on Lake Street, Minneapolis

December 2020 — A Target Store billboard on Lake Street after they re-opened their stores following damage after the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Midtown Greenway Rules Sign After Eviction

Minneapolis Midtown Greenway Rules Sign After Eviction

December 2020 — New signs on the greenway that replaced homeless encampment safety notices. The people living along the greenway were evicted on December 17th and 18th.

Freewheel Bike Center, Midtown Greenway, boarded with Calvin Horton flyers

Freewheel Bike Center, Midtown Greenway, boarded with Calvin Horton flyers

December 2020 — The Freewheel Bike Center located on the Midtown Greenway. Calvin Horton signs posted on the boards. Calvin was allegedly killed by the owner of Cadillac Pawn during the riots that followed George Floyd’s murder. Hennepin County has stated they will not be prosecuting due to "lack of evidence".

Night Demolition of US Bank, West Lake Street, Minneapolis

Night Demolition of US Bank, West Lake Street, Minneapolis

December 2020 — The demolition of a riot damaged US Bank branch. The bank was rebuilt.

Cadillac Pawn Interior with Broken Window, Lake Street

Cadillac Pawn Interior with Broken Window, Lake Street

December 2020 — Inside Cadillac Pawn on W. Lake Street.

Chicago Lake Liquors on Lake Street, Minneapolis, boards removed

Chicago Lake Liquors on Lake Street, Minneapolis, boards removed

December 2020 — Chicago Lake Liquors on Lake Street after boards were removed.

Cadillac Pawn, E. Lake St., Minneapolis: Calvin Horton Graffiti

Cadillac Pawn, E. Lake St., Minneapolis: Calvin Horton Graffiti

December 2020 — Cadillac Pawn, where it’s been claimed that Calvin Horton was killed by the owner during unrest. Hennepin County declined to prosecute citing lack of evidence. The Cadillac Pawn sign was recently removed after the building was sold to another pawn shop.

Protest art boards from Lake Street, Minneapolis

Protest art boards from Lake Street, Minneapolis

December 2020 — Boards continue to come off storefronts on Lake Street in South Minneapolis. The boards which appeared after late May unrest are being saved and preserved by a commission that is curating all the art that has decorated this city this summer.

Dumping Trump Is Not a Crime Flyer, Minneapolis 3rd Precinct

Dumping Trump Is Not a Crime Flyer, Minneapolis 3rd Precinct

December 2020 — Flyers taped to a pole outside of the Minneapolis Third Precinct police station, which burned after the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Drop the charges refers to the 646 that were criminally charged during the largest mass arrest in Minnesota history. Protesters were arrested after marching onto I-94 in a post election march.

Myon Burrell Released from Stillwater Correctional Facility

Myon Burrell Released from Stillwater Correctional Facility

December 2020 — Myon Burrell is released from the Stillwater Correctional Facility after serving 18 years for a crime he says he never committed. He had been serving time for the 2002 death of 11-year old Tyesha Edwards before the state commuted his sentence.

Myon Burrell Released from Stillwater Correctional Facility

Myon Burrell Released from Stillwater Correctional Facility

December 2020 — Myon Burrell is released from the Stillwater Correctional Facility after serving 18 years for a crime he says he never committed. He had been serving time for the 2002 death of 11-year old Tyesha Edwards before the state commuted his sentence.

Dogs at St. Paul Police Protest during Minneapolis Uprising

Dogs at St. Paul Police Protest during Minneapolis Uprising

December 2020 — Protesters marched the half mile from Wilder Playground to the St. Paul Police at Minnehaha & Payne where they heard from speakers on racial inequality and the need for defunding/abolishing the police.

Black Lives Matter Protest at Minnehaha & Payne, St. Paul

Black Lives Matter Protest at Minnehaha & Payne, St. Paul

December 2020 — Protesters marched the half mile from Wilder Playground to the St. Paul Police at Minnehaha & Payne where they heard from speakers on racial inequality and the need for defunding/abolishing the police.

Minneapolis Protester with “Economic Justice” Sign

Minneapolis Protester with “Economic Justice” Sign

December 2020 — Protester holds up a sign that reads "Economic Justice" during a defund police rally.

Protest Speaker at Minnehaha & Payne, St. Paul

Protest Speaker at Minnehaha & Payne, St. Paul

December 2020 — Protesters marched the half mile from Wilder Playground to the St. Paul Police at Minnehaha & Payne where they heard from speakers on racial inequality and the need for defunding/abolishing the police on December 12, 2020.

Armed Protesters at St. Paul Stop The Steal Rally

Armed Protesters at St. Paul Stop The Steal Rally

December 2020 — A "Stop The Steal" rally at the Minnesota State Capitol following President Trump's re-election loss.

Trump 2020 Flags at Stop The Steal Rally, Minnesota State Capitol

Trump 2020 Flags at Stop The Steal Rally, Minnesota State Capitol

December 2020 — Protesters wave “Trump 2020” flags at a Stop The Steal rally at the Minnesota State Capitol on December 12, 2020.

Minnesota State Capitol: State Patrol & Election Protests

Minnesota State Capitol: State Patrol & Election Protests

December 2020 — Minnesota State Patrol deployed around the Minnesota State Capitol after reports of protests following President Trump's re-election loss.

Uptown Minneapolis Police Funding vs. Violence Prevention Flyer

Uptown Minneapolis Police Funding vs. Violence Prevention Flyer

December 2020 — A flyer found taped to a building in Uptown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Park Police Squad Cars, Cleared Encampment Site, Uptown

Minneapolis Park Police Squad Cars, Cleared Encampment Site, Uptown

December 2020 — Minneapolis Park Police park near the location of an encampment that was cleared earlier in the day.

Wells Fargo Bank Arson Remains, Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis

Wells Fargo Bank Arson Remains, Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis

December 2020 — The remains of the Wells Fargo Bank on Nicollet Ave. The bank was located across the street from the Minneapolis police fifth precinct police station. It was burned following the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Burned Wells Fargo ATM, Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis

Burned Wells Fargo ATM, Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis

December 2020 — The remains of the Wells Fargo on Nicollet Ave. The bank was located across the street from the Minneapolis police fifth precinct police station. The building was burned during the uprising that followed the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

MN State Patrol at Governor’s Residence Stop The Steal Protest

MN State Patrol at Governor’s Residence Stop The Steal Protest

December 2020 — Minnesota State Patrol outside the Minnesota Governor's Residence during a Stop The Steal protest that brought a counter protest. December 5, 2020.

NLG number on Stop The Steal protester’s hand, St. Paul

NLG number on Stop The Steal protester’s hand, St. Paul

December 2020 — A Stop The Steal counter protester gets the National Lawyer's Guild Number written on their hand in the event of arrest.

State Patrol at MN Governor’s Residence Stop The Steal Rally

State Patrol at MN Governor’s Residence Stop The Steal Rally

December 2020 — State Patrol at a Stop The Steal rally in St. Paul after counter-protesters arrive. The Stop The Steal protesters had been gathering for weeks outside the Minnesota Governor’s mansion.

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