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.
Construction Updates: February 11, 2025
Lighting installation, DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures
Construction Updates: February 5, 2025
Lighting installation, DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures
Reader Best of Chicago 2024 - 48th Ward Winners
Congratulations to 48th ward winners!
Ridge/Hollywood Sewer Main Replacement Project
Read about this $8 million investment in 48th ward infrastructure
Connecting Communities on Broadway - Overview of Community Engagement Process and Project Framework
Community engagement overview and project details
Construction Updates: January 29, 2025
DWM sewer main replacement, RPM Road Closures
Senn Park Nature Play Space - Community Engagement
Submit ideas and feedback for the Senn Park Nature Play Space
Pedestrian Safety Initiatives
Pedestrian and traffic safety are top prioties for our office.
Construction Updates: December 18, 2024
Bryn Mawr street reconstruction completed, Argyle closure, other RPM construction
Bryn Mawr Alliance Update: Mission, Subcommittees, & Engagement
Read the new Bryn Mawr Alliance Mission statement and join a subcommittee.
Connecting Communities on Broadway 2: Recap
See the proposed plans and share your feedback.
Construction Updates: December 11, 2024
811, RPM Road & Alley Closures
Vote 48 in the Reader Best of Chicago 2024 Poll!
Vote for your favorite 48th ward businesses and neighbors.
Construction Updates: December 4, 2024
RPM Road & Alley Closures
5830 N Broadway: Zoning Change Request Decision
Alderwoman Manaa-Hoppenworth will support the zoning change request for 5830 N Broadway.
Gallery: RPM Construction
see a collage of RPM construction photos
ETNA/ETA Participatory Budgeting Meeting Recap
Read about our first community engagement meeting for PB 2025.
Apply for the 2025 Zoning Advisory Council
Our 2025 ZAC application is open.
Construction Updates: November 14, 2024
RPM Road & Alley Closures
CTA Increased Service
trains and many buses have returned to pre-pandemic service levels.