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.
SNAP & Food Security
Access food assistance or lend a hand.
RECAP: 2026 Budget Town Hall
Access the meeting slides and recording.
OPEN LETTER FROM ILLINOIS OFFICIALS CONDEMNING FEDERAL CHARGES AGAINST THE BROADVIEW SIX
Read the letter in full.
Bringing Neighborhood Services to You!
Since May, the 48th Ward team has tabled at 30+ events
Fern Hill Presents Development Concepts for 5959 N Sheridan
Fern Hill Consultants presented the conceptual design on October 20
2026 Budget Statement: October 16, 2025
An overview of the 2026 proposed budget
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Cosponsors Resolution in Support of Immigrant Communities, Racial Justice, and Constitutional Freedoms, and in Opposition to Authoritarian Military Occupation in Chicago
The resolution affirms the city’s intent to protect is immigrant and refugee residents.
Know Your Rights: Immigration Resources & Support
Know your rights, access resources, and find local support.
Standing Together in Community and Solidarity: October 11, 2025
We see you, we hear you, and we will continue to fight with you.
PRESS RELEASE: EDGEWATER POISED TO LOSE TWO SROS WITH OVER 200 UNITS.
The Northmere and The Chatelaine face crisis and closure
Ward Night Recap: October 7, 2025
neighbors discussed Broadway zoning, Granville traffic safety, and participatory budgeting.
Open House Chicago in the 48th Ward
Seven 2025 OHC sites are in the 48th ward.
48th Ward Fall Events 2025!
Join us for fall community events!
Single-Room Occupancy (SRO) Preservation Update
Leni has been working closely with DoH and housing advocates to ensure SRO buildings remain affordable.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Signs Letter Denouncing Violence Against Protestors and Detention in Broadview
Leni joined more than 45 other elected officials as a signee.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Signs Letter Advocating For Weiss Hospital to Remain Open
Leni is advocating to keep Weiss open to serve Uptown and surrounding communities
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Signs Letter Advocating for Civillian-Led Parking Violation Response Model
Leni joined district councilors and other alders as a signee.
Ward Night Recap: September 16, 2025
Neighbors asked questions about Broadway rezoning, public safety, and lakefront cleanups.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2025
Get involved with upcoming events
Ridge Closures & Detours - Local Traffic
Latest Updates on Ridge Closures and Detours