48th Ward Blog
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We’re Hiring! Communications Intern 2026
Application deadline - Thursday, March 5
We’re Hiring! Summer Events Intern 2026
Application deadline - Thursday, March 5
Front Desk Volunteer Opportunity
Application deadline - Thursday, February 26
Know Your Rights: Immigration Resources & Support
Know your rights, access resources, and find local support.
Bringing Neighborhood Services to You!
Since May, the 48th Ward team has tabled at 30+ events
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Receives 100% IEC Scorecard Rating
IEC has named Leni a Green Champion
Thanks to our Summer 2025 Interns
Thanks and good luck to our interns!
Celebrating Two Years in Office!
Celebrating two years of service and collaboration.
Government Transparency Resources
Access open data and other transparency resources
We’re Hiring! Director of Planning & Infrastructure Job Listing
We’re hiring a Director of Planning & Infrastructure. Learn more.
We’re Hiring! Summer Events Internship Description
Outdated listing for 2025 Summer Events Intern.
Free 2025 Calendars Available at the 48th Ward Office
Pick up a magnetic calendar for 2025 with city holidays pre-highlighted!
Museum Pass Available at 48th Ward Office
Visit Chicago museums absolutely free!
48th Ward Office No Longer Using X
Our office will stop sharing information on x (formerly Twitter).
Safe 48 Health & Safety Update
Update on our recent work to make the 48th ward safer
Congratulations to Angel Rubi Navarijo on his CCPSA Appointment!
Congratulations to our Director of Neighborhood Services, on his appointment to the CCPSA.
“I CARRY NARCAN” Buttons and Narcan Available at the 48th Ward Office
Stop by our office to pick up Narcan and "I CARRY NARCAN" buttons at no cost.
Welcome 48th Ward Summer Interns!
Meet our 2024 summer interns!
Safe48 Health & Safety Plan
Our plan focuses on coordination and collaboration across government agencies, community-based organizations, and neighbors.
Updates to Public Safety Alert System
We’ve updated our public safety alert system.