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.
CONSTRUCTION: Granville Closure & Detour
Commuters can expect closures through September.
Ridge Closure and Detour Route - Summer 2025
Commuters can expect Ridge closures through August
Pedestrian Safety Improvements on Sheridan Road
Detailed list of safety improvements
2025 Street & Alley Resurfacing
View a map of 2025 scheduled resurfacing projects.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Votes Yes to Pass $830 Million Bond Ordinance
Information about the bond ordinance and an op-ed from Ald. Pat Dowell.
Public Safety Reminders for Sheridan Road
prevent robberies and carjackings.
Introducing: Green Social Housing
A message from Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth about Green Social Housing
Ridge/Hollywood Sewer Main Replacement Project
Read about this $8 million investment in 48th ward infrastructure
City Council Update: Sanctuary City Status, Speed Limit, CTA Leadership
updates related to immigration, speed limits, and CTA Leadership
Gallery: RPM Construction
See a collage of RPM construction photos
CTA Increased Service
trains and many buses have returned to pre-pandemic service levels.
Bryn Mawr Dog Friendly Area: Drainage & Paving Project
The Bryn Mawr Dog Friendly Area will be closed for improvements through late October
Connecting Communities on Broadway - Oct. 7
Join us for a conversation about land use planning and zoning.
DuSable Lake Shore Drive Resurfacing Phase II
Impacts and closures scheduled for DLSD resurfacing Phase II
Construction Updates: August 21, 2024
Berwyn Greenway, Make Way for People, Alleys, Hollywood, and more!
Coming Soon: Berwyn Neighborhood Greenway
The Berwyn Greenway till connect the North Shore Channel Trail to the Lakefront Trail.
Infrastructure Town Hall
Read about major 48th ward infrastructure projects.
Loyola Move-in Parking Information - Fall 2024
Loyola move-in parking restrictions and community information
Share Your CTA Experience
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth has co-sponsored a resolution calling for a new CTA president. Share your CTA story.
Construction Updates: May 8, 2024
be advised of upcoming construction in the ward