48th Ward Blog
Welcome to the 48th ward blog! Use the Blog Categories menu below to select categories of interest.
For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
Front Desk Volunteer Opportunity
Application deadline - Thursday, February 26
Thorndale Commercial Corridor Updates
Our work to revitalize Thorndale
ICE on Notice Executive Order
Chicago is the first city to create infrastructure to investigate and refer federal agents for criminal prosecution.
2025 Year-In-Review Town Hall - Recap
View the meeting recording and slide deck.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Cosponsors Ordinance to Give COPA Power to Investigate Welcoming City Ordinance Violations
Learn more about the ordinance.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Cosponsors the Community Power Over Policing Ordinance
Read the proposed referendum.
Development Feedback Opportunity: 5959, 5948, & 5965 N Sheridan
Emanuel Congregation and Fern Hill Company are requesting a zoning change from RS-1 and RM-5.5 to B3-5.
Development Feedback Opportunity: 1527 W Edgewater
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 1527 W Edgewater
Extreme Cold Weather Resources
Resources for staying safe in extreme cold weather
City of Chicago Files Lawsuit Challenging Illegal Actions by Federal Immigration Agents
Read the full press release.
SNAP & Food Security
Access food assistance or lend a hand.
Development Update: 1244 W Thorndale
1244 W Thorndale will be converted to apartments without demolition.
Flooding Prevention & Resources
Prepare for Spring storm conditions
City of Chicago 2026 Budget - Pros, Cons, and the Work Ahead
Leni will continue to be an independent voice in City Council
ICE Accountability
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth’s statement in response to the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good.
March 2026 Election Information
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Primary Election
Timeline Theatre Sidewalk is Open to Pedestrians
Construction is 75% complete at Timeline’s Broadway location.
MPox Prevention Reminders
CDPH will continue to track mpox and provide vaccinations.
48th Ward 2026 Street Sweeping Schedule
View the current 48th ward street sweeping map and schedule.
Statement on the Federal Government’s Actions in Venezuela
What happens in Washington shows up in our neighborhoods.