State

15 photos · 2008–2021

15 photographs tagged State, 2008–2021.

Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red performs at the Riverside Ballroom in Green Bay, Wisconsin. — Jake Luhrs fronts August Burns Red, a metalcore band formed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 2003. Luhrs joined as lead vocalist in 2005 and has since become known for the band's technical breakdowns and Christian-influenced lyrical themes. This performance took place May 7, 2008, at the Riverside Ballroom in Green Bay, Wisconsin, a venue that has hosted touring rock and metal acts for decades. August Burns Red had released their debut album, "Thrill Seeker," in 2005, building a following in the metalcore well before their later Grammy-nominated work.

August Burns Red performs at the Riverside Ballroom in Green Bay, Wisconsin. — August Burns Red played the Riverside Ballroom in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on May 7, 2008. The Lancaster, Pennsylvania metalcore band formed in 2003 and had released its debut album, "Thrill Seeker," the previous year on Solid State Records. The Riverside Ballroom, a longtime music venue on the city's east side, has hosted touring acts across genres for decades, drawing crowds from throughout northeastern Wisconsin.

Bassist and vocalist perform with August Burns Red at Riverside Ballroom in Green Bay, Wisconsin. — August Burns Red performed at the Riverside Ballroom in Green Bay, Wisconsin, a venue that has hosted touring rock and metal acts for decades. The band, formed in 2003 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, built its reputation through relentless touring and a sound rooted in metalcore. Bassist Dustin Davidson and vocalist Jake Luhrs anchored the group's live shows during this era, with Luhrs known for his dual vocal style blending screams and clean singing.

Commuters walk the vaulted platform at State/Lake CTA station in downtown Chicago. — This vaulted platform serves State/Lake station, a CTA Loop stop connecting the Green, Orange, Brown, and Pink lines in downtown Chicago. The station's barrel-arched ceiling and rows of concrete columns date to an earlier era of Chicago's elevated and subway transit construction, distinguishing it from more modern CTA stops. Located near Randolph and State Streets, the station provides access to the Loop's theater and retail district.

Randolph-Washington/State station platform in Chicago's CTA subway with yellow dome ceiling and red signage. — Randolph-Washington/State exit area in the CTA State Street subway in Chicago’s Loop. The subway opened in 1943 and carries Red Line trains beneath State Street through downtown. Station wayfinding directs riders to Randolph and Washington streets and to transfers within the downtown CTA network.

Illuminated State Theatre marquee sign glows red and gold above the downtown Minneapolis theater entrance at night. — The State Theatre stands on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. It opened in 1921 and seats about 2,100 people. Hennepin Theatre Trust operates the venue along with the nearby Orpheum and Pantages theatres.

Line 3 Protests at State Capitol — Tipi Camp at Minnesota State Capitol Protests Line 3. Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul to oppose the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline. The camp, featuring tipis, served as a visible symbol of the protest against the pipeline's construction, which threatened sensitive areas and Indigenous treaty lands. Demonstrators urged Governor Walz and President Biden to halt the project, highlighting concerns over environmental impact and tribal sovereignty.

Protest at MN State Capitol over Line 3 Pipeline — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul to oppose the construction of Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline. The pipeline, which transports oil sands from Alberta, Canada, to Superior, Wisconsin, has been a subject of controversy due to environmental concerns and its potential impact on Indigenous lands. This protest specifically called for Governor Tim Walz and President Joe Biden to halt the project, which was nearing completion at the time.

Pipelines are drippy protect the Mississippi — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul to oppose the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline. The demonstration called on Governor Tim Walz and President Joe Biden to halt construction of the pipeline, which transports tar sands oil. Concerns raised by activists include potential environmental damage, particularly to the Mississippi River, and the impact on Indigenous treaty rights. The Line 3 pipeline project has been a focal point of environmental and Indigenous activism in Minnesota.

Line 3 protest tents at MN State Capitol — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul, Minnesota, to oppose the construction of the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline. The protest, which included a teepee erected on the capitol grounds, called for Governor Walz and President Biden to halt the project. The Line 3 pipeline project has been a significant point of contention, particularly concerning its environmental impact and implications for Indigenous treaty rights.

Minnesota State Capitol at night during Line 3 protests — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul on the night of September 27, 2021, to oppose the construction of Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline. The demonstration called on Governor Tim Walz and President Joe Biden to halt the project, which was nearing completion and faced significant opposition due to environmental concerns, particularly regarding tar sands oil transport.

Water is Life Stop Line 3 — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol to oppose the construction of Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline. The signs, featuring slogans like "Water is Life" and "Stop Line 3," reflect concerns about environmental impact and Indigenous rights. The pipeline, which transports tar sands oil, has been a subject of significant controversy and legal challenges. The protest aimed to urge state and federal officials to halt the project, highlighting the ongoing debate over energy infrastructure and its consequences.

Line 3 protesters camp overnight at MN State Capitol — Protesters established an overnight camp at the Minnesota State Capitol in Saint Paul to voice opposition to the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline. The demonstration aimed to pressure Governor Walz and President Biden to halt construction of the pipeline, which was nearing completion. The camp, featuring tipis, symbolized Indigenous resistance and concerns over environmental impact and treaty rights related to the tar sands project.

Evening protest at Minnesota State Capitol — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in Saint Paul to oppose the construction of Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline. The pipeline, which transports crude oil derived from tar sands, has been a subject of significant controversy due to environmental concerns and its potential impact on Indigenous lands and water resources. This protest specifically called for action from Governor Tim Walz and President Joe Biden to halt the pipeline's completion, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding energy infrastructure and environmental protection in the region.

Blue painted word STATE on asphalt at night, likely marking a state line or jurisdictional boundary. — The word "STATE" is stenciled in blue paint on asphalt, illuminated by artificial light at night. This marking likely indicates a boundary, possibly a state line or a designated zone within a state. Such markings are common on roadways and other public surfaces to delineate jurisdictions, property lines, or specific areas for administrative or logistical purposes. The presence of these painted lines serves as a functional element of urban and regional planning, providing clear visual cues for navigation and governance.

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