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.
CMAA APEX Accelerator Grand Opening
A new center to support business owners in multiple language has opened at CMAA.
Construction Updates: September 25, 2024
Alley resurfacing, sidewalks, RPM Updates
6320 N Broadway (Bakeree Dispensary): Zoning Change Request Decision
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth has decided to support the zoning change request for 6320 N Broadway.
Granville Traffic Safety Meeting - Oct. 15
Join us for a meeting about traffic calming on Granville.
Connecting Communities on Broadway - Oct. 7
Join us for a conversation about land use planning and zoning.
Construction Updates: September 18, 2024
Pride crosswalk, ongoing projects, sidewalk construction, and RPM closures
Pride Crosswalk Coming to Clark and Farragut
The rainbow crosswalk will be located next to Women and Children First.
Park 517 Offical Renamed “Interfaith Park”
Read about the decision to rename park 517.
Voting is Open for Participatory Budgeting 2024
Vote for this year's projects online or in person!
Construction Updates: September 11, 2024
DLSD resurfacing, Winthrop & Kenmore bike lane improvements, RPM
Construction Updates: September 4, 2024
Clark Streetscape, DLSD, Berwyn Greenway, Resurfacing, and more
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