48th Ward Blog
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For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
RECAP: Emanuel Congregation Redevelopment Meeting - Feb 26 (Copy)
Feedback for the initial proposal will be accepted through March 13.
2026 Participatory Budgeting Info Session Recap
View the slide deck and meeting recording.
Ward Night Recap: February 17, 2026
Neighbors joined us to disucss affordable housing, parks, development, and more.
Celebrating Black History Month 2026
Join us in celebration and education.
2025 Year-In-Review Town Hall - Recap
View the meeting recording and slide deck.
48th Ward 2026 Street Sweeping Schedule
View the current 48th ward street sweeping map and schedule.
48th Ward Beat Meeting 2026
Find an upcoming beat meeting near you
Visit 48th Ward Dry Bars this January
Choose Chicago’s Dry January List includes three 48th Ward Establishments.
RECAP: 2026 Budget Town Hall
Access the meeting slides and recording.
Bringing Neighborhood Services to You!
Since May, the 48th Ward team has tabled at 30+ events
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!
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
Infrastructure Town Hall 2025
View the meeting slides
Ward Night Recap: September 2, 2025
neighbors joined us to discuss safety, infrastructure, participatory budgeting, and more.
Ward Night Recap: August 26, 2025
Neighbors joined us to discuss soning & development, infrastructure, and immigration resources
Bob Newhart Way - Honorary Street Naming Ceremony
Join us for the unveiling at Sheridan & Thorndale.
Loyola Move-In 2025: Parking Restrictions & Community Notice
Students will be moving in to on-campus housing August 16-23