Who is at the top of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument? (quiz)

It’s quiz time again, Cleveland! This is your weekly chance to show off just how in-the-know you are about the city we all call home. Whether you’re a City Council watcher, a lakefront dreamer, or just someone who notices the details around town, we’ve got a little something for you.

To kick things off, let’s talk about a piece of Cleveland history that’s hard to miss — but easy to overlook. In the heart of Public Square stands the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument, a towering Civil War memorial that thousands pass every day. But have you ever looked up and wondered who exactly is perched on top? If not, now’s your moment.

Then, we’ll get into some current headlines. There’s a big price tag being floated for a new bridge that would better connect downtown to the lakefront — a bold vision with a bold budget to match. Meanwhile, the local election season is heating up, and the list of Cleveland City Council hopefuls is getting long. Plus, the police department has a new ask for residents and businesses — and it’s all about sharing.

Congrats to quiz takers Naomi G., Richard C., Karen D., Kaushik S., Biz H., Jeanne-Hélène R., Marge C., Martin S., Caitlin J., Jonathan K., DeAndrea P., Terrell P., Erick G., Christine H. and Jennifer R. for scoring 100% on last week’s quiz.

Ready to put your Cleveland knowledge to the test? Let’s get started.

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