48th Ward Blog
Welcome to the 48th ward blog! Here you will find information about ways to get involved in the community, current Development information, Press Releases from our office, and Ward Night recaps, among other things.
For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
48th Ward 2025 Street Sweeping Schedule
View the 48th ward street sweeping map and schedule for 2025.
Ward Night Recap: March 4, 2025
Read a brief summary of our March 4 ward night meeting.
Celebrating Women’s History Month 2025
Learn with CPL, CPD, and CPS and celebrate Aurie Pennick!
February 2025 Small Business Spotlight
Read about Tesfa Cuisine, African Safari Imports, and Elegance Beauty Salon
Ward Night Recap: February 19, 2025
Read a brief summary of our Feb. 19 ward night 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.
Virtual Town Hall Recap: 2024 Year-in-Review
Watch the recording of our January 15, 2025 Town Hall
Recycle Your Christmas Tree at Margate Park
Turn your Christmas tree into free mulch!
Free 2025 Calendars Available at the 48th Ward Office
Pick up a magnetic calendar for 2025 with city holidays pre-highlighted!
Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces 100% Renewable Energy Milestone for City of Chicago
All City-owned buildings are now 100% sourced by renewable energy.
Museum Pass Available at 48th Ward Office
Visit Chicago museums absolutely free!
PRESS RELEASE: Mayor Brandon Johnson Signs Executive Order to Establish Transfemicide Working Group
Leni: Celebrating our trans neighbors includes responding to the violence that disproportionately affects them.
48th Ward Green Council: December Meeting Recap
Read a summary of our December 5 Green Council meeting.
Extreme Cold Weather Resources
Resources for staying safe in extreme cold weather
48th Ward Budget Briefing - Nov. 25, 2024
2025 Budget Briefing with the Better Govt. Association
Gallery: RPM Construction
see a collage of RPM construction photos
CTA Holiday Train and Bus in the 48th Ward
48th ward holiday fleet departure times
48th Ward Budget Briefing - Nov. 25, 2024
Join us for a Budget Briefing with the Better Government Association.
48th Ward Office No Longer Using X
Our office will stop sharing information on x (formerly Twitter).