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.
Development Feedback Opportunity: 6240-50 N Broadway
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 6240-50 N Broadway
DuSable Lake Shore Drive Resurfacing Phase II
Impacts and closures scheduled for DLSD resurfacing Phase II
Construction Updates: August 28, 2024
DLSD resurfacing, Berwyn greenway, parks improvments, RPM
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.
Construction Updates: August 14, 2024
Margate Park, Hollywood, Kenmore, Alleys, RPM, and more!
Construction Updates: August 7, 2024
Sidewalks, completed projects, traffic circle, RPM, and more!
Construction Updates: July 31, 2024
Sidewalks, Green Alley, Reminders of Ongoing Work, CTA
Edgewater SSA 26 Seeking Bike Rack and Mural Locations
Request a bike rack or mural for your business.
Submit Feedback on the Proposal to Rename Park 517 “Interfaith Park”
The deadline to submit feedback is Saturday, August 24.
Construction Updates: July 17, 2024
Sidewalks, Residential Lighting, Alley Improvements, Street Resurfacing, Road Closures
1068 W Berwyn/5309 N Winthrop: Zoning Change Request Decision
Review the alderwoman’s decision on the zoning change request at 1068 W Berwyn/5309 N Winthrop.
Construction Updates: July 10, 2024
Completed Projects, Alley Improvements, Street Resurfacing, Road Closures
Redefine the Drive
Read the opinion piece from northside alders that was published in the Chicago Tribune.
Construction Updates: July 3, 2024
Sidewalk repairs, resurfacing, and alley updates
Construction Updates: June 26, 2024
Clark Street Streetscape Updates
Construction Updates: June 20, 2024
Wayne alley updates, Argyle resurfacing, DLSD resurfacing
6200 N Broadway: Zoning Change Request Decision
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth has decided not to support the zoning change request for 6200 N Broadway.
Meet the 2023-24 Zoning Advisory Council
Meet the current members of the 48th Ward Zoning Advisory Council