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.
Vision Zero: Eliminating Traffic Fatalities in the 48th Ward
The 48th Ward was one of 15 with zero traffic fatalities in 2025.
Development Feedback Opportunity: 4940-42 N Sheridan
4940-42 N Sheridan is seeking a zoning change from B3-2 to B2-3.
Honoring AANHPI Leaders at City Hall
To all of our honorees: thank you for your leadership, your compassion, and your commitment to Chicago.
Full Restoration of the Department of the Environment
Environmental inspection and permitting has been transferred from CDPH to DOE
1527 W Edgewater Passes City Council
City Council approved the request for a zoning change from RS-3 to RM-4.5
Ward Night Recap: May 19, 2026
Neighbors discussed bicycle safety, development, graffiti, and more.
Celebrating Three Years in Office!
Together we make the 48th Ward great.
Under ‘L’ Activation: New Community Spaces for Edgewater and Uptown
Construction on Under ‘L’ community spaces is expected to begin this Summer.
48th Ward Tree Trimming Grid
Tree trimming crews will be in the ward every Thursday.
Landmarking Bryn Mawr: May 7 CCL Meeting Recap
The CCL approved 2 demolition permits applications and preliminarily disapproved 1 demolition permit application.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Help is available. Access local mental health resources.
SNAP & Food Security
Access food assistance or lend a hand.
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month 2026
Learn more about Jewish American Heritage this May
48th Ward Beat Meeting 2026
Find an upcoming beat meeting near you
48th Ward Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS)
See a map of 48th Ward APS.
CONSTRUCTION: 2026 Outlook
Review construction planned for 2026 in the 48th Ward.
48th Ward 2026 Street Sweeping Schedule
View the current 48th ward street sweeping map and schedule.
Participatory Budgeting 2026 Winners!
See the list of winning projects for PB 2026.
Flooding Prevention & Resources
Prepare for Spring storm conditions
Reader Best of Chicago 2025 - 48th Ward Winners!
Congrats to all 35 winners in the ward!