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.
Know Your Rights: Immigration Resources & Support
Know your rights, access resources, and find local support.
Protecting Chicago’s Sanctuary City Status
Chicago’s status as a Sanctuary City reflects our values of inclusion, safety, and opportunity for all.
Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces 100% Renewable Energy Milestone for City of Chicago
All City-owned buildings are now 100% sourced by renewable energy.
Pedestrian Safety Initiatives
Pedestrian and traffic safety are top prioties for our office.
PRESS RELEASE: Mayor Brandon Johnson Signs Executive Order to Establish Transfemicide Working Group
Leni: Celebrating our trans neighbors includes responding to the violence that disproportionately affects them.
Extreme Cold Weather Resources
Resources for staying safe in extreme cold weather
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Signs Letter Demanding Immediate Cold Weather Emergency Actions for Chicago's Unhoused
Read the full letter and list of signatories
Demanding Justice and Protection for Domestic Violence Victims
Calling for the resignation of Judge Thomas Nowinski
Smoke Alarms Available at the 48th Ward Office
pick one up while supplies last
Addressing Homelessness in the 48th Ward: Our Commitment to Support and Safety
Our office responds to homelessness through consistent outreach, monthly cleanups, AMEs, and more.
Neighborhood Watch Signs Available at the 48th Ward Office
claim yours while supplies last
Safe 48 Health & Safety Update
Update on our recent work to make the 48th ward safer
Granville Traffic Safety: Meeting Recap
Read about our recent Granville Traffic Safety meeting
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Contact 1-877-863-6338 if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence.
Mayor’s Office: Chicago’s 911 Mental Health Response will No Longer Include Police
Mental health response teams will be staffed entirely by CDPH clinicians and experts.
Bryn Mawr Dog Friendly Area: Drainage & Paving Project
The Bryn Mawr Dog Friendly Area will be closed for improvements through late October
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Signs on to Letter Requesting Stronger Environmental Justice Considerations in Procurement Process
The letter calls on Procurement Officer Roberts to enforce environmental provisions in city contracts
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Urges Mayor to Address Gaps in Extreme Weather Plan
Read the letter requesting better safety resources for unhoused neighbors in extreme weather.
“I CARRY NARCAN” Buttons and Narcan Available at the 48th Ward Office
Stop by our office to pick up Narcan and "I CARRY NARCAN" buttons at no cost.
Coming Soon: Berwyn Neighborhood Greenway
The Berwyn Greenway till connect the North Shore Channel Trail to the Lakefront Trail.