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.
Join Us for the First 48th Ward Green Council Meeting
Join us on Saturday, September 21 from 11am-12:30pm.
Banned Books Week 2024
Celebrate banned books week with the Chicago Public Library.
Attend a City Council Meeting
How to attend/view meetings and give public comment
Voting is Open for Participatory Budgeting 2024
Vote for 2024 projects online or in person!
Join us for the Second Annual Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
Join the Argyle community for a celebration of the full harvest moon.
Infrastructure Town Hall
Read about major 48th ward infrastructure projects.
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.
2025 Chicago Budget Roundtables
Upcoming 2025 Budget Roundtables, including July 25 event at Truman College.
Join the 48th Ward Green Council
Learn more about the Green Council and how to sign up.
MWRD Overflow Action Days
Learn how to reduce your water usage during storms
New Arrivals Mission Update
Updates on our efforts to support new arrivals.
Safe48 Health & Safety Plan
Our plan focuses on coordination and collaboration across government agencies, community-based organizations, and neighbors.
Celebrating Juneteenth 2024
Learn this history behind the Juneteenth holiday
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