Protest

1,697 photos · 2008–2026

1,697 photographs tagged Protest, 2008–2026.

Burned Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis with smoke rising from the gutted store. — A fire-damaged Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis is pictured on the morning of May 30, 2020. The convenience store behind the pumps is gutted and still smoking, with parts of the roof and facade burned away. The damage followed nights of unrest in Minneapolis after the murder of George Floyd, when businesses along Lake Street, one of the city’s main commercial corridors, were heavily affected.

Burned Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis with smoke rising from the damaged store. — A Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands heavily burned on the morning of May 30, 2020, with smoke still rising from the convenience store behind the pump canopy. The damage followed overnight unrest after the killing of George Floyd, which led to fires and destruction along major commercial corridors in south Minneapolis. A Metro Transit bus stop and campaign signs remain in the foreground, situating the station within the everyday streetscape of Lake Street.

National Guard truck at Chicago Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis amid debris and haze. — Minnesota National Guard soldiers and a Minneapolis Police vehicle are stationed at Chicago Avenue South and Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 30, 2020. A military transport truck is parked beside the Los Ocampo commercial building, with debris and haze visible along the corridor. The deployment came during the unrest and protests that followed the murder of George Floyd, when National Guard troops and local law enforcement were sent to major intersections and business districts across south Minneapolis.

Smoke over houses in South Minneapolis at sunrise after overnight fires on May 30, 2020. — Smoke rises over residential houses in South Minneapolis at sunrise on May 30, 2020. The photograph shows a neighborhood street as heavy black plumes from overnight fires spread above homes and utility lines. The fires followed several days of protests in Minneapolis after the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer.

Smoldering debris blocks Lake Street in Minneapolis after overnight unrest. — Debris and small smoldering fires block Lake Street in Minneapolis on the morning of May 30, 2020, with boarded storefronts and damaged buildings lining the corridor. The photograph shows the aftermath of unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd, when businesses and streets along this major South Minneapolis commercial route sustained extensive fire and impact damage. Smoke rises from burned material in the roadway as the street remains largely empty at daybreak.

Burned dumpster debris on Lake Street in Minneapolis with smoke rising from the ashes. — Burned debris from a dumpster lies on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 30, 2020, with smoke still rising from the remains. The image was made during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd, when Lake Street, one of the city’s main commercial corridors, sustained extensive fire and property damage. The photograph documents the immediate aftermath on the street surface, with ash, melted material, and charred refuse left behind.

Burned debris blocks Pillsbury Avenue in South Minneapolis after protests. — Burned debris and overturned shopping carts block Pillsbury Avenue in South Minneapolis at sunrise on May 30, 2020. The photograph was made on the fourth day of protests following the killing of George Floyd, with smoke still visible in the distance and traffic signals lit above an otherwise quiet street. Scattered trash bins, charred remains, and temporary roadwork barrels show the disruption left on this residential corridor overnight.

Minnesota National Guard vehicles on Lake Street in Minneapolis as smoke rises near LynLake at dawn. — Minnesota National Guard vehicles and personnel are stationed on Lake Street in Minneapolis near the LynLake district on May 30, 2020. Smoke rises in the distance at dawn as military and emergency vehicles line the commercial corridor after several nights of unrest following the killing of George Floyd. Lake Street is a major east-west route through South Minneapolis, lined with businesses, housing, and neighborhood landmarks.

National Guard vehicles block Lake Street in Minneapolis before sunrise as smoke rises in the distance. — Minnesota National Guard troops and military vehicles block Lake Street in the LynLake area of Uptown Minneapolis before sunrise on May 30, 2020. The deployment came during protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police, with smoke from fires visible in the distance along the commercial corridor. Lake Street, a major east-west route lined with apartments, shops, and businesses, was heavily affected during the unrest and remained under a strong security presence as day broke.

Smoke over Lake Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protest fires. — Smoke rises over the Lake Street area of Minneapolis in the early morning hours of May 30, 2020, as fires burn during protests following the killing of George Floyd. The photograph looks across a South Minneapolis residential and commercial district, with apartment buildings, a church, and neighborhood streets in the foreground and a broad plume of smoke extending across the night sky. Lake Street, a major east-west corridor, sustained extensive fire and property damage during that night of unrest.

Orange moon over downtown Minneapolis during George Floyd protest unrest. — An orange moon rises beside the downtown Minneapolis skyline in Minnesota in the early hours of May 30, 2020, during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd. Visible landmarks include U.S. Bank Stadium at left and the M Health Clinics and Surgery Center in the foreground, with office and medical buildings filling the city center. The moon’s color was likely intensified by smoke and haze hanging over the city as fires burned during that period.

Burning excavator on Lake Street in Minneapolis amid fires during George Floyd protests. — A burning excavator and multiple building fires line Lake Street in Minneapolis during overnight unrest on May 30, 2020, in the days after the killing of George Floyd.

Burning building on Lake Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — A commercial building burns on Lake Street in South Minneapolis in the early hours of May 30, 2020, during protests following the killing of George Floyd. Flames and heavy smoke engulf the structure as a person stands in silhouette on the street in front of the fire. The image was made on the fourth night of unrest, when numerous businesses and buildings along the Lake Street corridor were damaged or destroyed.

Commercial building on fire on Lake Street in Minneapolis during unrest after George Floyd's killing. — A commercial building burns on Lake Street in South Minneapolis in late May 2020. The fire occurred during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. Lake Street, a major east-west commercial corridor lined with small businesses and services, was heavily damaged during those nights.

Damaged Walgreens on Lake Street in Minneapolis with smoke and boarded windows at night. — A Walgreens pharmacy and food mart on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands damaged and smoking in the early hours of May 30, 2020. Plywood covers the entrance, windows are broken, and graffiti is visible on the exterior of the one-story commercial building. The store was photographed during the unrest that followed the police killing of George Floyd, when numerous businesses along the Lake Street corridor were damaged or burned.

Protesters on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night beneath apartment towers. — Protesters gather along Lake Street in Minneapolis late on May 29, 2020, during demonstrations following the death of George Floyd. Taken on the fourth night of protests in Minneapolis, the image documents Lake Street as one of the main corridors where marches, rallies, and confrontations unfolded in the days after Floyd’s killing.

Burning car outside Wells Fargo on East 31st Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — A car burns outside the Wells Fargo branch on East 31st Street in Minneapolis on May 29, 2020. The fire occurred during the fourth night of protests following the killing of George Floyd, after demonstrators had marched through South Minneapolis. The bank stands across from the Minneapolis Police Department’s 5th Precinct, an area that drew large crowds and repeated unrest that week.

Burning car at a Wells Fargo drive-thru in Minneapolis during George Floyd protest unrest. — A car burns in the drive-thru lane of a Wells Fargo branch in Minneapolis on May 29, 2020. The fire occurred during overnight protests following the killing of George Floyd, with the bank located across the street from the Minneapolis Police Department’s 5th Precinct.

Protesters and traffic near the Minneapolis Police 5th Precinct at night in Minneapolis. — Protesters and traffic fill the streets near the Minneapolis Police 5th Precinct in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on the night of May 29, 2020. The gathering took place during the fourth day of protests following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers on May 25. The 5th Precinct became one of several police facilities in the city where demonstrators assembled to protest police violence and demand accountability.

Traffic backed up on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis beneath a sign reading “CURFEW IN EFFECT 8PM TO 6AM.” — Traffic is backed up on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, near the 1st Avenue South exit, as an overhead highway message board reads, “CURFEW IN EFFECT 8PM TO 6AM.” The photograph was made on May 29, 2020, during protests following the killing of George Floyd, when state and local officials imposed overnight movement restrictions across Minneapolis and other Twin Cities communities.

Protesters and bicyclists on I-94 in Minneapolis at night, with slow-moving cars and a No Justice No Peace sign. — Protesters and bicyclists march along Interstate 94 in Minneapolis on May 29, 2020, during demonstrations after the killing of George Floyd. The freeway, a major route through Minneapolis and Saint Paul, was temporarily occupied as people moved through the traffic lanes carrying signs, including one reading "NO JUSTICE NO PEACE."

Protesters and backed-up traffic on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis at night. — Protesters and halted traffic fill Interstate 94 in downtown Minneapolis on May 29, 2020, during the fourth day of demonstrations following the killing of George Floyd. The nighttime photograph shows marchers occupying the freeway lanes beneath a pedestrian bridge as vehicles back up along the corridor. I-94 is a major east-west route through Minneapolis and Saint Paul.

Protesters and stopped traffic on I-94 in Minneapolis at night. — Protesters and stopped traffic occupy Interstate 94 in Minneapolis on the night of May 29, 2020, during demonstrations following the killing of George Floyd. Photographed from an overpass, the image shows marchers moving along the freeway while cars queue in adjacent lanes under streetlights.

Uptown Theater entrance with shattered glass on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. — The entrance of the Uptown Theater on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has shattered glass and damaged doors in the early hours of May 29, 2020.

Looted interior of Venus Unveiled on Lake Street in Minneapolis with merchandise scattered across the floor. — The interior of Venus Unveiled on Lake Street in Minneapolis is shown after looting during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd in May 2020. Photographed in the early hours of May 29, 2020, the image documents damage to one of many businesses affected along the Lake Street commercial corridor.

Venus Unveiled storefront with shattered window on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Venus Unveiled, a lingerie store on Lake Street in Minneapolis, appears with a shattered front display window and the interior exposed in the early hours of May 29, 2020. The damage came during the unrest that spread along Lake Street after the killing of George Floyd.

Handwritten Black Lives Matter signs on the Calhoun Building entrance at 711 Lake Street, Minneapolis. — Handwritten signs are posted on the entrance of the Calhoun Building at 711 Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis on May 29, 2020. The messages express support for Black Lives Matter and racial justice during protests following the killing of George Floyd. One sign reads, “BIPOC Artists Here! BIPOC Organizations Here! Houseless People Sleep Here!".

Star Tribune and Pioneer Press racks in downtown Minneapolis beside broken glass during May 2020 protests. — Star Tribune and Pioneer Press newspaper racks stand on a sidewalk in downtown Minneapolis in the early hours of May 29, 2020, with broken glass scattered across the pavement nearby. The visible Star Tribune front page reads “Violent protests intensify,” placing the photograph during unrest following the killing of George Floyd.

Fire near Lake Street and Snelling Avenue in Minneapolis behind the Metro Transit Blue Line crossing. — A large fire burns near East Lake Street and Snelling Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during overnight protests on May 29, 2020, following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers. The photograph shows traffic moving beneath the Metro Transit Blue Line rail crossing as flames and smoke rise behind commercial buildings along the Lake Street corridor in south Minneapolis.

Boarded storefront with Justice for Floyd sign on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — A boarded storefront on Lake Street in Minneapolis bears the message “Justice for Floyd” in the early hours of May 29, 2020. The sign appeared during protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd, when many businesses in the corridor covered windows with plywood for protection.

Protesters outside the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Protesters gather outside the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on the night of May 28, 2020. The fire followed days of protests after the killing of George Floyd, a Black man who died in police custody on May 25. The 3rd Precinct, the station where former officer Derek Chauvin had worked, was abandoned by police before the building was set ablaze.

Minneapolis police station on fire during protests — The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on fire during the 3rd day of protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd. The precinct was set ablaze after the Minneapolis Police abandoned the precinct following 3 days of protests.

Fire at Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on East Lake Street during a protest in Minneapolis. — Fire burns at the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, as a crowd gathers outside during protests following the death of George Floyd. The police station had been abandoned by officers earlier that evening before the building was set ablaze. The Third Precinct became one of the most visible locations in Minneapolis during the unrest that followed Floyd’s killing.

Protesters hold signs at the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis. — Protesters gather outside the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, with signs including one reading “Black Lives Matter". The protest took place 3 days after George Floyd was killed.

Hundreds of protesters fill Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis during a May 2020 demonstration following George Floyd's death. — Protesters march on Hennepin Avenue near the Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, during demonstrations after the death of George Floyd.

Protesters gather on Hennepin Avenue beside Eduardo Kobra's colorful Bob Dylan mural in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. — Protesters gather on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis beside Eduardo Kobra’s Bob Dylan mural on May 28, 2020, during demonstrations following the death of George Floyd.

Minneapolis police bicycle patrol officers ride in formation along North 5th Street during May 28, 2020 protests. — Minneapolis Police bicycle patrol officers ride along North 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, during protests following the death of George Floyd. A group of mounted officers is visible farther up the street as police units moved through the downtown area for crowd-control operations.

Thousands of protesters fill 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis during a march for George Floyd on May 28, 2020. — A protest march for George Floyd fills 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. Protesters carry signs reading “Justice for George,” “Black Lives Matter,” and “Stop Police Brutality” as they move through downtown. The march took place on the third day of protests after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police.

Protesters with signs gather outside the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. — Protesters gather outside the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, during demonstrations following the murder of George Floyd.

Minneapolis police officers with less-lethal weapons stand on a downtown street during the May 28, 2020 protest following George Floyd's death. — Minneapolis Police officers prepare less-lethal weapons on a downtown Minneapolis street on May 28, 2020, three days after George Floyd was killed.

Boarded Wells Fargo on Lake Street in Minneapolis with protest graffiti and broken windows. — A Wells Fargo branch on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands boarded and spray-painted during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Graffiti on the facade includes the messages “STEAL IT BACK!” and “KILL Bankers,” while broken glass and plywood cover parts of the entrance and windows.

Graffiti on Minneapolis Midtown Station wall reading anti-government messages during George Floyd protests. — Graffiti on the exterior of Minneapolis Midtown Station in Minneapolis includes the messages “THE PEOPLE shouldn’t be afraid of the gov. The gov should be afraid of THE PEOPLE!!!” and “RISE UP.” Photographed on May 28, 2020, the writing appeared during the unrest and protests that followed the murder of George Floyd.

Volunteer medics at the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct in Minneapolis during protests on May 28, 2020. — Volunteer medics work at a temporary aid station outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. Wearing reflective vests, masks, and headlamps, they organize supplies and prepare treatment for people gathered during protests following the killing of George Floyd. The precinct at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue became a central protest site that night and was later set on fire.

Volunteer medics at a treatment tent outside Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct during protests. — Volunteer medics operate a makeshift treatment station outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. Under a canopy lit at night, the group treats and assists people amid protests following the killing of George Floyd. The 3rd Precinct became a central location during the unrest and was evacuated and burned later that night.

Protesters at a Metro Transit shelter on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as a building burns behind them. — Protesters gather at a Metro Transit bus shelter on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct burns in the background on May 28, 2020. The station was set on fire during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd, and its burning became one of the most widely recognized moments of the unrest in Minneapolis.

GM Tobacco burns on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as people gather during George Floyd protests. — GM Tobacco and neighboring storefronts on East Lake Street in Minneapolis burn as people gather outside on the night of May 28, 2020. The fire occurred during protests and unrest that followed the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody. Midori’s can also be seen along the block, part of a heavily damaged commercial corridor south of downtown.

Protesters outside burning GM Tobacco on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, one holding an anti-police sign. — A protester holds a sign reading “Jail all racist killer cops!” in front of the burning GM Tobacco store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. The photograph was made during nighttime protests that followed the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police four days earlier.

Minnehaha Liquors burns at Lake Street and 27th Avenue in Minneapolis as crowds gather at night. — The Minnehaha Liquors building burns on East Lake Street at South 27th Avenue in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, as crowds gather in the roadway nearby. The fire occurred during the third night of protests following the killing of George Floyd, when commercial corridors along Lake Street saw extensive unrest and property damage.

Minnehaha Liquors burns on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as people gather during protests. — The Minnehaha Liquors building on East Lake Street in Minneapolis burns on the night of May 28, 2020, as people gather in the street during unrest following the murder of George Floyd. The commercial building, marked by the large Minnehaha Liquors Drive-In sign, also housed Midori’s Floating World Cafe. The fire was part of widespread damage along the Lake Street corridor during several nights of protests, confrontations, and property destruction in south Minneapolis.

GM Tobacco burns on East Lake Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protest unrest. — The GM Tobacco building on East Lake Street in Minneapolis burns on the night of May 28, 2020, during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd. Flames engulf the storefront and upper facade, with anti-police graffiti visible on the front of the building and a person standing on the sidewalk at right. The property was in the area of south Minneapolis where unrest was concentrated near the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct.

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on fire in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct burns in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 28, 2020, as people gather outside the building during protests after the death of George Floyd. Flames engulf the station after officers withdrew from the site earlier that night. The fire at the precinct became one of the most widely recognized moments of the protests that spread across Minneapolis and other cities in the days following Floyd’s killing.

Protester before the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — A protester stands in front of the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 28, 2020. The image was made on the third night of protests following the killing of George Floyd. The 3rd Precinct served south Minneapolis, and the fire at the station became one of the most widely recognized moments of the unrest in the city.

Protesters at the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Protesters stand before the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 28, 2020. The station became a focal point during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd, with demonstrators gathering around the building as fire consumed part of the structure.

Interior of Sunny’s Wigs on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis after looting, with merchandise scattered on the floor. — The interior of Sunny’s Wigs on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis is shown in disarray after looting in late May 2020. Merchandise, boxes, and store fixtures are strewn across the floor while display cases and sales counters remain in place inside the retail shop. The damage occurred during unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd.

Minneapolis police watch a burning building on Lake Street in Minneapolis during protests. — Minneapolis police officers stand on Lake Street in Minneapolis as a commercial building burns during overnight unrest on May 28, 2020. The fire occurred during the protests and property destruction that followed the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer.

Burning AutoZone on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis with graffiti during May 2020 unrest. — The AutoZone store at 2700 Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis burns in the early hours of May 28, 2020, across from the Minneapolis Police Department’s Third Precinct. Flames have consumed much of the one-story commercial building, leaving the roofline partially collapsed as graffiti covers the exterior wall. The fire occurred during the first nights of unrest after the murder of George Floyd.

Damaged US Bank ATM on Lake Street in Minneapolis after unrest. — A damaged US Bank ATM stands on Lake Street in Minneapolis in the early hours of May 28, 2020. The machine’s front panels have been torn open, exposing internal components and leaving debris scattered around the base. The damage occurred during unrest that followed the death of George Floyd.

People walk through an alley off East 29th Street in Minneapolis as a large fire burns beyond the buildings. — People walk through an alley off East 29th Street in Minneapolis as a large fire burns across the street in the early hours of May 28, 2020. The photograph was made during the second night of unrest following the death of George Floyd, when fires and property damage spread through parts of south Minneapolis.

Fire behind a house on East 29th Street in Minneapolis at night. — A fire burns across from a residence on East 29th Street in Minneapolis in the early hours of May 28, 2020. The photograph was made during the second day of protests in the city after the death of George Floyd, when multiple fires were reported in neighborhoods near the demonstrations.

Everlake development burns in Minneapolis as people ride past in an SUV. — The Everlake housing development in Minneapolis burns on May 28, 2020, as flames consume the six-story residential building under construction near the city’s Third Precinct police station. The fire occurred during overnight unrest following the killing of George Floyd.

Everlake apartments burn in Minneapolis as a woman watches from a vehicle during George Floyd protests. — The Everlake apartment building burns in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the early hours of May 28, 2020. The six-story residential development stood near the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct, an area where protests had intensified after the killing of George Floyd. Flames engulf the structure as a bystander watches from a vehicle in the foreground.

Everlake development fire in Minneapolis as a person leans from an SUV beside the burning construction site. — The Everlake development in Minneapolis burns on May 28, 2020, as a person leans out of an SUV in the foreground and flames consume the six-story housing project under construction. The fire occurred near the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct during overnight unrest following the killing of George Floyd. Everlake was one of several properties damaged as protests and civil disorder spread through the area.

Everlake Apartments construction fire in Minneapolis as a driver passes the burning site at night. — The Everlake Apartments construction site in Minneapolis burns during the early hours of May 28, 2020. The six-story housing development, still under construction, was heavily damaged as fire moved through the wood-frame structure. The blaze occurred during protests in the city following the police killing of George Floyd, with flames, smoke, and debris filling the street around the site.

Everlake Apartments burning in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — The Everlake Apartments, a six-story housing development in Minneapolis, burn during overnight unrest on May 28, 2020. The fire occurred during protests and disturbances following the death of George Floyd, with the building near the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct.

Everlake housing under construction burns on 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis. — The Everlake housing development under construction on 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis burns during the early hours of May 28, 2020. The fire occurred amid unrest following the killing of George Floyd, as flames spread through the wood-framed structure and debris, downed lines, and a damaged car filled the street in front of the site.

Minneapolis police guard their police station — Minneapolis Police officers in riot gear stand outside the Third Precinct station on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. The precinct became a central location during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd.

Minneapolis police and protesters in Minneapolis — Minneapolis Police officers in riot gear stand outside the department’s 3rd Precinct station on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. The building’s entrance and windows are boarded and broken, with graffiti visible on the plywood as crowds gather in the foreground.

Protesters outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct — Protesters gather outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on East Lake Street near Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. The demonstration took place two days after the death of George Floyd in police custody, as crowds assembled at the Third Precinct station. Minneapolis police officers are visible outside the building and on the roof while people in the street hold signs and raise their hands toward the precinct.

Person photographing a shattered Target window on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. — A person photographs the interior of the Target store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis through shattered front windows on May 27, 2020. The damage was sustained during the unrest and protests that followed the killing of George Floyd. Located in the East Lake Street commercial corridor, the store was among numerous businesses in south Minneapolis that were broken into or damaged that week.

Minneapolis police on the 3rd Precinct roof in south Minneapolis during protests. — Minneapolis Police officers stand on the roof of the department’s 3rd Precinct station in south Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. Several officers are equipped with helmets, shields, and less-lethal launchers as the building became a flashpoint during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd two days earlier.

Protesters with their hands up outside 3rd Precinct — Protesters and Minneapolis police officers face each other outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. Officers in riot gear stand on the entrance steps and behind metal barricades while demonstrators gather in the street with many raising their hands.

Woman holds up sign reading cold blooded murder — A protester holds a hand-lettered sign reading “Cold Blooded Murder” outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. The precinct became a central gathering point in demonstrations following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers.

Man yells at police guarding the 3rd Precinct station — A man on a motorcycle confronts Minneapolis Police officers stationed outside the 3rd Precinct during protests in May 2020. These protests began on May 26, 2020, following the death of George Floyd while in police custody. On the second day of protests, a crowd gathered near the precinct, which served as a focal point for public outcry against police brutality. Officers, protected by metal barriers, maintained a perimeter as protesters voiced their grievances.

AutoZone on fire during Minneapolis riots — Minneapolis Fire Department outside the AutoZone on Lake Street.

Police officers on bikes as buildings burn behind them — Minneapolis Police officers stand outside a burning AutoZone store in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, the second day of protests following the death of George Floyd. The AutoZone, located at 3030 Nicollet Avenue, was among the first businesses to sustain significant damage during the widespread civil unrest.

Police officers on bikes during George Floyd riots — Minneapolis Police officers in riot gear stand outside the Coliseum Building on 27th Avenue South during the second day of protests in Minneapolis. These protests followed the death of George Floyd, which occurred on May 25, 2020. The Coliseum Building, a significant commercial and office structure built in 1917, and the Hennepin County Medical Center East Lake Clinic are visible, with graffiti on the clinic's facade. This area along 27th Avenue South was a key location during the widespread civil unrest in late May 2020, reflecting the community's response to the events.

Wendy’s with ACAB wtritten on the side — A Wendy’s restaurant on 27th Avenue South in Minneapolis stands across from the Minneapolis Police Department’s Third Precinct on May 27, 2020. Graffiti including “ACAB” and references to George Floyd covers the restaurant exterior.

Minneapolis Police on top of police station — Minneapolis Police on the roof of the 3rd Precinct as protesters gathered outside following the killing of George Floyd days earlier.

Target Store while it was looted during Minneapolis riot — The interior of a Target store in Minneapolis is filled with smoke or haze, with merchandise scattered across the floor and damaged displays visible on May 27, 2020. The damage occurred during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd, when businesses across Minneapolis were vandalized and looted.

Target store during Minneapolis riots — The interior of a Target store in Minneapolis is filled with haze as people move through the self-checkout area on May 27, 2020. The store, across from the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct, sustained damage during unrest following the killing of George Floyd.

Protesters and police at the third precinct — Protesters outside the battered 3rd precinct police station as officers surround it. This follows the death of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020. The precinct would be abandoned and burned the next evening.

Protesters and police at the third precinct — Protesters gather outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at Minnehaha Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020, as officers stand on the roof and at the entrance to the building. The demonstration took place during the second day of protests after Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police, one day before the precinct was evacuated and later burned.

Protesters with their hands up at 3rd Precinct — Protesters gather at Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue in south Minneapolis on May 27, 2020, during demonstrations following the killing of George Floyd. The intersection, directly across from the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct, became a major gathering point that evening.

Emergency vehicles on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis near AutoZone and Minnehaha Liquors during protests. — Emergency vehicles and police line Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis near the AutoZone and Minnehaha Liquors stores on the night of May 27, 2020. The photograph shows firefighters working beside a fire truck, officers in riot gear farther down the street, and debris scattered across the roadway during protests following the killing of George Floyd. This commercial stretch of South Minneapolis became one of the most heavily affected areas during the unrest.

Protesters near a small fire on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis at night. — Protesters stand near a small fire and improvised barricades on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis on the night of May 27, 2020. The photograph was made during demonstrations that followed the death of George Floyd, with smoke, fencing, and street obstructions visible along the roadway. Emergency lights are visible in the background as people move around the blocked-off street.

Wendy's on 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis with fireworks overhead and traffic light trails at night. — A Wendy’s restaurant on 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis is seen at night on May 27, 2020, with fireworks overhead and vehicle light trails crossing the street in the foreground. The photograph was made on the second day of major protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd. Graffiti on the building and the late-night activity place the fast-food outlet within the unrest affecting commercial corridors in south Minneapolis.

Graffiti reading "FUCK JACOB FREY" on a vacant storefront window in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading “FUCK JACOB FREY” is painted on the window of a vacant retail storefront in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. A Wellington Management “For Lease” sign remains posted inside the glass-fronted space, while additional white paint marks cover much of the facade. The image was made during the second night of protests after the killing of George Floyd, in the area near the Minneapolis Police Department’s Third Precinct.

Minneapolis Fire Department put fires out during riots — Minneapolis Fire Department crews respond to fires on Minnehaha Avenue near East Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. The response took place during the second night of unrest following the death of George Floyd, when multiple businesses and properties along Lake Street were damaged or burned.

Riot damaged store on Lake Street in Minneapolis — Outside Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in South Minneapolis during protests and riots following the death of George Floyd 2 days earlier. Calvin Horton Jr. was shot and killed here by the business owner.

Protesters on lake street during riots — East Lake Street in South Minneapolis is crowded with cars and pedestrians outside an electronics store on the night of May 27, 2020, during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Police in front of their sign at 3rd Precinct — Minneapolis Police officers in riot gear and gas masks stand outside the department’s 3rd Precinct station in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020, during protests following the killing of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Police aims his less lethal weapon — A Minneapolis Police officer in gas mask and tactical gear aims a less-lethal launcher outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The photograph was made on May 27, 2020, during protests following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers.

Minneapolis Police and protesters at police station — Minneapolis Police officers in riot gear stand outside the Third Precinct station at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020, as demonstrators gather in the foreground. The precinct became a central location during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police two days earlier.

Minneapolis Police fire at protesters at 3rd Precinct — Minneapolis police officers stand on the roof and at the entrance of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020, as protesters gather behind barricades outside the building. Several officers aiming less-lethal launchers from the roof, while boarded and damaged windows are visible across the front of the precinct. The station became a central location in the protests that followed the killing of George Floyd earlier that week.

A target store being looted during protests — The Target store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis is shown on May 27, 2020, as people and vehicles crowd the parking lot during looting and unrest after the killing of George Floyd. The store stood near the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct, an area that became a major center of protest and property damage in the first days after Floyd’s death.

Graffiti on a Target sign in Minneapolis as protesters gather below. — A Target shopping center sign in Minneapolis is marked with graffiti reading “Justice for George” and “Abolish Police” on May 27, 2020. The sign also lists Cub Foods and Dollar Tree, while a crowd gathers at street level near the commercial center. This location was across from the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct, which became a major gathering point in the protests following the killing of George Floyd.

Protester stands on top of a squad car with hands up — A protester stands on top of a Minneapolis Police squad car outside the 3rd Precinct. The large crowd marched from 38th Street and Chicago Ave the day after George Floyd was killed.

Protesters outside Minneapolis Police Third Precinct in Minneapolis holding Black Lives Matter signs. — Protesters gather outside the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct in Minneapolis on May 26, 2020, one day after George Floyd was killed by a Minneapolis police officer. The precinct became a major gathering point in the early days of the protests calling for police accountability and justice for George Floyd.

Proteter holds up a Black Lives Matter protest sign — Protesters gather on East 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis on May 26, 2020. This protest occurred the day after George Floyd was killed by police at this intersection, sparking widespread outrage and calls for racial justice.

Minneapolis Police Deploy Tear Gas at 3rd Precinct — Minneapolis police officers advance through tear gas near the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct during protests following the death of George Floyd. Officers, equipped with protective gear, pushed protesters and media away from the police station, which served as a focal point for the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020.

MPD disperse protesters with less lethal at 3rd Precinct — Minneapolis Police officers deployed less-lethal weapons to disperse protesters near the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct in May 2020. These protests erupted following the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, leading to widespread civil unrest. Protesters marched from the site of George Floyd's death to the 3rd Precinct, which became a central location for expressing community grievances against police brutality. The precinct building served as a significant focal point during the Minneapolis Uprising.

Protesters with hands up at the 3rd Precinct — Protesters hold their fists up outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct police station. Police officers behind broken glass on day 1 of protests after the death of George Floyd the night before.

Protester with gallons of milk at the 3rd Precinct — A protester carries jugs of milk outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct in Minneapolis during the widespread protests that followed the killing of George Floyd. This image was taken on May 26, 2020, the day after Floyd's death. The 3rd Precinct building, a central facility for the Minneapolis Police Department, exhibits damage including broken windows and graffiti, reflecting its role as a focal point of the civil unrest. Milk was commonly used by protesters to alleviate the effects of tear gas and chemical irritants deployed by law enforcement during the demonstrations.

Protesters arrive at the Minneapolis Police 3rd precinct — Protesters surround the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The large crowd marched the 2 miles from 38th St and Chicago Ave the day after George Floyd was killed.

Signs flowers and bears left at George Floyd memorial — Memorial tributes at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis fill the pavement at East 38th Street and Chicago Avenue on May 26, 2020, the day after George Floyd was killed there. Flowers, handwritten messages, stuffed animals, and signs reading “Black Lives Matter” and “My Life Matters” mark the site as mourners and demonstrators began transforming the intersection into a place of remembrance.

Stop letting cops be the judge jury and executioner sign — Protesters march on East 38th Street in Minneapolis on May 26, 2020, during demonstrations that began the day after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police. The photograph centers on a hand-lettered sign reading, “STOP LETTING THESE COPS BE THE JUDGE, JURY & EXECUTIONER,” as marchers move through the corridor toward the Third Precinct police station.

Couple holding a Justice for George Floyd poster in Minneapolis — Two individuals hold a sign advocating for justice on 36th Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The sign, reading "Justice for George Floyd" and "BLM," also includes a phone number for the District Attorney, urging public action.

Protester holding signs at George Floyd Square — A protester holds a sign during a march on 38th Street in South Minneapolis on May 26, 2020. This protest took place the day after George Floyd was killed by police near the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, initiating a period of significant civil unrest and calls for justice.

Protesters gather outside of Cup Foods — Protesters gathered on East 38th Street outside Cup Foods in Minneapolis on May 26, 2020, the day after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis Police at this location.

Minneapolis police fire less-lethal munitions near the 3rd Precinct as a protester runs past. — Minneapolis Police officers fire less-lethal munitions on a street near the 3rd Precinct station in Minneapolis on May 26, 2020, as a protester runs through the foreground holding a sign. The officers are wearing helmets and gas masks during demonstrations that followed the killing of George Floyd and intensified around the precinct.

Damaged Minneapolis police SUV outside the Third Precinct, with Minnehaha Liquors in the background. — A damaged Minneapolis Police squad car, unit 342, sits outside the Third Precinct station in Minneapolis on May 26, 2020, with the Minnehaha Liquor sign visible across the street. Broken windows, blackened doors, and police tape mark the vehicle after unrest following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers. The Third Precinct became a major location for protests and confrontations in the days that followed.

Cops Murder Abolish Police — Graffiti reading “RIP GEORGE FLOYD!!!” and a banner stating “COPS MURDER! ABOLISH POLICE!” are displayed along Lake Street in South Minneapolis on May 26, 2020. The messages appeared the day after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police, as protest signs, memorials, and other written statements spread across the area.

Protesters marching down 38th Street in Minneapolis — Protesters gather outside Cup Foods at East 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis on May 26, 2020, one day after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police at this location.

Handmade warning sign hangs under the Loews Minneapolis Hotel canopy during a Trump rally in downtown Minneapolis — A handmade sign reading “This Roof Cannot Support Human Weight” was posted beneath the Loews Minneapolis Hotel canopy on October 10, 2019. The hotel, adjacent to the Target Center, served as a focal point during a political rally and counter-protests that drew thousands to downtown Minneapolis. City officials placed similar signs throughout the area to deter individuals from climbing elevated structures amidst heavy police presence and street closures.

Protesters with anti-Trump signs outside First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis — Protesters gathered outside First Avenue in Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, during a rally for then-President Donald Trump. The sign prominently displayed reads, "I didn't fight the NAZIs just so TRUMP could turn America fascist." First Avenue is a historic entertainment venue in downtown Minneapolis, known for hosting concerts and other live events. The protest reflects the political divisions and public discourse surrounding the 2020 presidential election cycle.

Protesters hold anti-Trump signs outside Target Center in downtown Minneapolis. — Protesters gathered outside the Target Center in Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, to voice their opposition to then-President Donald Trump's policies. The signs displayed reflect sentiments of dissent and criticism towards the administration. This event occurred during a period of significant political polarization surrounding the Trump presidency and his re-election campaign. The Target Center, a multi-purpose arena, has often been a site for major public events and gatherings in downtown Minneapolis.

Protesters in downtown Minneapolis hold a sign reading "American Horror Story" beside a Trump caricature. — Protesters gathered in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, during a rally related to the 2020 presidential election. The sign prominently displayed reads "American Horror Story" with a caricature of then-President Donald Trump. This event occurred amidst a period of significant political polarization and public discourse surrounding the Trump administration and its policies. The protest reflects the broader national sentiment and engagement with political issues during that election cycle.

Protesters with impeachment signs outside O'Donovan's Pub in downtown Minneapolis. — Protesters gathered in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, holding signs calling for the impeachment of President Donald Trump. The protest took place outside the Target Center, a major indoor arena in the city. This event occurred during a period of significant political division and ongoing impeachment inquiries related to the Trump administration. The signs reflect the strong sentiments of opposition and calls for accountability among a segment of the public during that time.

Protester holds a sign outside Target Center in Minneapolis during a Trump rally. — A protestor holds a sign reading "I VOTE FOR PRESIDENTS WHO CAN SPELL, USES PUNCTUATION AND ISN'T A NARCISSISTIC SOCIOPATH" outside the Target Center in Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. The sign reflects critical sentiment towards then-President Donald Trump during a rally held in the city. The Target Center, a multi-purpose arena, frequently hosts political events and public gatherings, making it a common site for both support and opposition rallies. This protest occurred during the 2020 presidential election cycle, a period marked by significant political polarization and public engagement.

Security officer on a parking ramp above Target Center in Minneapolis. — A security officer stands watch from a parking ramp overlooking the Target Center in Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. This vantage point offered a clear view of the surrounding streets during a campaign rally for President Donald Trump. The presence of local police, federal agents, and Homeland Security personnel underscored the significant security measures in place for the event, which drew large crowds of attendees and protesters.

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