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.
CLEAR Exotic Animal Rescue and Rehab
Learn what to do if you see an exotic animal
Share Your CTA Experience
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth has co-sponsored a resolution calling for a new CTA president. Share your CTA story.
Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month 2024
See what the 48th ward is doing to observe and celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month.
5221 N Broadway (Sploot): Zoning Change Request Decision
Notice of Zoning Change Request decision for 5221 N Broadway.
COVID-19 Tests Available at the 48th Ward Office
Pick up COVID tests at 1129 W Bryn Mawr
Development Feedback Opportunity: 6320 N Broadway (Bakeree)
Give feedback on the proposed development at 6320 N Broadway
Join the Bryn Mawr Alliance
Help us bring economic devlopment and investment to Bryn Mawr.
Parks Programming Returns to Broadway Armory Park in Time for Summer; Capital Improvements in the Works
Chicago Park District programming returns to Broadway Armory Park on June 10th.
48th Ward Welcomes New Arrivals
Thank you to the entire community for your invaluable support of the families staying at the Broadway Armory Shelter.
Sustainability Engagement Opportunities for Earth Day
Celebrate Earth Day with us all month!
Vote in Upcoming Local School Council Elections
Learn when, where, and how to vote in upcoming LSC elections.
One Summer Chicago Youth Employment Applications Open
The One Summer Chicago youth employment application portal is open.
Diaper and Toiletry Drive with 10th District Commissioner Bridget Gainer
Donate diapers and toiletries for new neighbors through April 1, 2024
48th Ward Pothole Watch
Our director of neighborhood services Angel Rubi Navarijo will be driving the ward to look for potholes, but we can always use an extra set of eyes! Here's how you can help.
Sign Up for the 48th Ward Youth Advisory Council
Our office is launching an advisory council for young people ages 14-22.
Drop Off Food Scraps in Edgewater
The Chicago Food Scrap Drop-Off Program has a new Edgewater site.
48th Ward Participatory Budgeting Update
Our first Participatory Budgeting meeting is scheduled for Feb 29. Join us!
Development Feedback Opportunity: 5221 N Broadway (sploot)
Give feedback on the development at 5221 N Broadway.
Development Feedback Opportunity: 5920 N Ridge (The Mabel)
Give feedback on the development at 5920 N Ridge
Early Voting Has Begun at Edgewater Library!
Vote TODAY through March 19 at the Edgewater Library!