The Power Rankings from Signal Cleveland are a weekly roundup of the people, places and things wielding their power, for better or worse, in Greater Cleveland.
This week the Cavs move to the top, taking the throne from a City Council member offering ice cream for the person bringing him the most “We Buy Houses” signs.
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It’s the hope that kills you
The Cavs are reminding us that in Cleveland, joy is never given, it’s earned. OK, guys, you got our attention. Lesson learned. Now go win the next two.
Lettin’ ’em know
No matter how this season plays out, we’ve appreciated the savvy pop culture references.
Action!
Cleveland shooting dates for “Genesis” (possibly a Superman reboot) are announced, plus a movie (“Stickshift” or maybe “Eenie Meanie”?) gets under way in Slavic Village, and an unnamed true-crime series is coming in May. And rumored: a new “Fast and Furious” in which Dominic’s entire car disappears in a pothole.
Under new management
A long-planned transition from city to nonprofit leadership finally took effect. Good news, but if Maha’s Falafil isn’t back in three months, we riot.
Well played, Mr. Berry
No trades or other surprises on draft weekend, but we appreciate the fan service of drafting Cleveland native Mike Hall Jr. from Ohio State and the Michigan lineman whose leg he broke by falling on it last season.
Best record in the AL? Best record in the AL!
Can they sustain it? Who knows. For now just enjoy the wins, and the silent rage of all the “fans” who swore off the team over the name and logo changes.
Help wanted
The community college is stepping up efforts to get people trained for good-paying jobs that employers can’t fill.
Give a cheer, give a cheer
Two Cleveland brewers, Market Garden and Masthead, won medals at the 2024 World Beer Cup. A toast! Yes, now. It’s Friday somewhere!
Squeeze play
Rents keep rising even as rental assistance funds dry up. Maybe Cleveland City Council can figure something out at their summer meetings. Oh wait …
You’re taking off for how long?!
The members just set their summer schedule: two meetings between June and September.