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.
Visit the Zoning and Development Page on the 48th Ward Website
Visit the Zoning and Development page on our website today!
Chicago Recovery Plan Grant Applications are Open
Chicago Recovery Plan applications are open! Deadline is Feb 9.
Chicago Recovery Grant Applications and Webinar
The Chicago DPD is accepting applications for Community Development Grants for more than $250,000 until February 16.
48th Ward Businesses in the Chicago Reader "Best of Chicago" Poll
Over a dozen 48th ward businesses are nominated, especially in the Buy Local category.
January 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read Chicagoland Games, Pete’s Pizza, and CircEsteem.
Development Systems Update
Check out our new Development intake form and learn about our Development process.
Join CTA in creating new spaces for the community!
Community invitation to imagine the re-use of more than one mile of open spaces in Uptown and Edgewater.
CDOT Shared Cost Sidewalk Program Applications Due on Jan 8, 2024
CDOT's Shared Cost Sidewalk Program will be open for applications on Monday, Jan 8, 2024 from 6am-10pm.
November 2023 Small Business Spotlight
Read about Edgewater Candles, First Sip Cafe, and Big Chicks.
October 2023 Small Business Spotlight
Read about DMApothecary, Jin Thai Cuisine, and Raven Theatre.