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.
Pedestrian Safety Improvements on Sheridan Road
Detailed list of safety improvements
PRESS RELEASE: Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Encourages Neighbors to Enroll in Free Lead Service Line Replacement Program
Enroll in the Free Lead Service Line Replacement program
New 48th Ward Speed Cameras
Speed cameras are being installed near Park 559 and the Broadway Armory
48th Ward 2025 Street Sweeping Schedule
View the current 48th ward street sweeping map and schedule.
Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure Proposal (2025 Participatory Budgeting Referendum)
Review the 2017 Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Redesign, this year’s PB referendum.
Granville Traffic Safety - Overview of Project and Community Engagement Process
Review the plans and community engagement process for the Granville Traffic Safety project.
Public Safety Update: 6000 Block of Kenmore (March, 2025)
Read about our recent work to reduce violence on the 6000 Block of N Kenmore
Public Safety Reminders for Sheridan Road
prevent robberies and carjackings.
48th Ward Public Safety Trends - February 2025
Violent crime in the 48th Ward is down 25.5% compared to the same period last year.
Introducing: Green Social Housing
A message from Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth about Green Social Housing
Connecting Communities on Broadway
Read information about the ongoing multi-ward project.
CCPSA Approves New General Order G01-11
The order sets guidelins for how CPD engages with the community commission and district councils.
48th Ward Beat Meetings - 2025
See all 2025 beat meeting details for beats in the 48th ward.
Broadway Armory Open Gym Schedule
Teen and general open gym schedule
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