48th Ward Blog
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For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
Loyola Move-In 2025: Parking Restrictions & Community Notice
Students will be moving in to on-campus housing August 16-23
Health Resources Near Weiss Memorial Hospital
Weiss Memorial Hospital has officially closed its doors.
Federal Judge Dismisses Trump Administration’s Challenge of Illinois Sanctuary Measures
The U.S. District Court dismissed a lawsuit challenging the city’s sanctuary city measures.
48th Ward Public Safety Trends: January - July 2025
Violent crim is down 22.7% from last year.
Improvements Coming to Uptown’s Sylvia Family Shelter
Sylvia Family Shelter is part of a $40 million capital improvement project.
2025 Annual Report on Homelessness
DFSS published the report on July 17.
Submit Non-Emergency Service Requests Through 311
311 is a valuable resource for city services
Heat Advisory Resources
Take care of yourself and others during excessive heat
Preparing for a Safe and Productive Summer
Summer safety and engagement resources for youth.
Vivent Health+TPAN Opens New Chicago HIV Health Center Amid Threats of Severe Federal Budget Cuts to HIV Care
The new clinic opened amidst uncertaintly about the future of federal HIV funding.
Celebrating Older Adults Month
In 2025, we’re flipping the script on aging.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Help is available. Access local mental health resources.
Hazel Johnson Cumulative Impacts Ordinance
Overview of the proposed Cumulative Impacts Ordinance
Pedestrian Safety Improvements on Sheridan Road
Detailed list of safety improvements
PRESS RELEASE: Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Encourages Neighbors to Enroll in Free Lead Service Line Replacement Program
Enroll in the Free Lead Service Line Replacement program
New 48th Ward Speed Cameras
Speed cameras are being installed near Park 559 and the Broadway Armory
48th Ward 2025 Street Sweeping Schedule
View the current 48th ward street sweeping map and schedule.
Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure Proposal (2025 Participatory Budgeting Referendum)
Review the 2017 Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Redesign, this year’s PB referendum.
Granville Traffic Safety - Overview of Project and Community Engagement Process
Review the plans and community engagement process for the Granville Traffic Safety project.
Public Safety Update: 6000 Block of Kenmore (March, 2025)
Read about our recent work to reduce violence on the 6000 Block of N Kenmore