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Authorities shut down the iconic Stone Arch Bridge to avoid a repeat of the chaos and fireworks assaults in the Mill District last July.

But crowds migrated to parks like Boom Island, Minnehaha Falls, Lake Nokomis and Bde Maka Ska instead. Social media postings show fireworks being launched directly at police and bystanders. 

This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Correction (July 6, 2023): A previous headline inaccurately stated weapon type and use by MPD. This has been updated. Read the latest on the incident 

Authorities shut down the iconic Stone Arch Bridge to avoid a repeat of the chaos and fireworks assaults in the Mill District last July. But crowds migrated to parks like Boom Island, Minnehaha Falls, Lake Nokomis and Bde Maka Ska instead. Social media postings show fireworks being launched directly at police and bystanders. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Social media postings show fireworks being launched directly at police and bystanders.

At least 16 arrested after night of chaos in Minneapolis

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