48th Ward Blog
Welcome to the 48th ward blog! Here you will find information about ways to get involved in the community, current Development projects, Press Releases from our office, Ward Night recaps, and Construction information, among other topics. Use the Blog Categories menu below to select categories of interest.
For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
Night Out in the *48th Ward* Parks - 2025
48th ward summer parks events
Celebrating Pride Month 2025
Events and resources for Pride 2025
1353 W Devon: Zoning Change Decision
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth will not support the zoning change from B3-2 to B2-3.
Zoning Feedback Opportunity: 5259 N Clark
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 5259 N Clark
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month 2025
Learn more about Jewish American Heritage this May
Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month 2025
Celebrate AANHPI Heritage this May.
Your Broadway Drawing Contest
What do you want Broadway to look like in 50 years!
Celebrate Earth Month 2025!
Attend earth day events and connect with local sustainability organizations.
Zoning Feedback Opportunity: 1454 W Victoria
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 1454 W Victoria
Zoning Feedback Opportunity: 1353 W Devon
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 1353 W Devon.
Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure Proposal (2025 Participatory Budgeting Referendum)
Review the 2017 Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Redesign, this year’s PB referendum.
Vote in Participatory Budgeting 2025
Vote for 2025 projects online or in person!
Granville Traffic Safety: 2nd Meeting Recap
Read about our second Granville traffic safety meeting.
48th Ward Green Council: February 2025 Meeting Recap
Read a summary of our February 6 Green Council meeting.
Celebrating Black History Month 2025
Celebrate with Chicago institutions, black-owned businesses, and community organizations.
Connecting Communities on Broadway - Overview of Community Engagement Process and Project Framework
Community engagement overview and project details
Senn Park Nature Play Space - Community Engagement
Submit ideas and feedback for the Senn Park Nature Play Space
Solidarity with Our Immigrant Neighbors
Call 1-855-435-7693 for 24-hour support.
Bryn Mawr Alliance Update: Mission, Subcommittees, & Engagement
Read the new Bryn Mawr Alliance Mission statement and join a subcommittee.
Connecting Communities on Broadway 2: Recap
See the proposed plans and share your feedback.