Happy Juneteenth, Cleveland! As our community gathers for cookouts and neighborhood events, we are kicking off this week’s quiz with a deep dive into our own history. Long before emancipation, Cleveland served as a vital beacon of freedom, acting as one of the final stops on the Underground Railroad for people escaping slavery. If you want to dive deeper into the traditions behind the holiday, check out our guide to Juneteenth’s unique history, and if you’re looking for ways to celebrate around town this weekend, we’ve rounded up the best local Juneteenth events right here.

Once you’ve brushed up on your history, we have three more quick-hit questions tracking the major headlines shaping our city this week. We’re looking at a high-stakes surveillance debate inside City Hall, an East Side health network’s intense legal battle, and a historic labor movement for healthcare workers at one of Cleveland’s major hospital systems.

Before we get started, let’s give a shout-out to quiz takers Diane F., Renee L., Erick G., Mike H., Chris E., Kaushik S., Donna W., Mollie E., Sal N., Mable W. and James M. for scoring 100% on last week’s quiz. Well done!

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#1 Before emancipation, Cleveland was a major final stop on the Underground Railroad. What was the city's famous code name?*
#2 A Cleveland City Council committee recently voted down a contract extension for Flock Safety. What kind of technology does Flock provide to the city?*
#3 As NEON continues fighting a foreclosure battle, what did it accuse its lender of?*
#4 Doctors and providers at which local hospital system recently voted to form a union?*
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