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.
May 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read about La Unica Food Mart, Uvae, and Redtwist Theatre.
CLEAR Exotic Animal Rescue and Rehab
Learn what to do if you see an exotic animal
April 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read about Rattleback Records, Rivers & Roads Cafe, and Freestyle Ceramics and Tufting
CTA Unveils Public Artwork Designs for New Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn and Bryn Mawr Stations
See renderings of the selected artworks
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!
Photos from the Elise Malary Way Street Naming Ceremony
Remembering Black trans activist Elise Malary with an Andersonville street sign
March 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read about Alamo Shoes, El Rincon de Fabio, and CirquesExperience
February 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read more about Qideas, Little Vietnam, and School of Rock Andersonville
New People Spot on Devon
Enjoy new benches, seating, and landscaping at the People Spot on Devon.
Congratulations 48th Ward Reader Best of Chicago 2023 Winners
Check out out local Best of Chicago 2023 Winners
Elise Malary Way Street Naming Ceremony
“Elise Malary Way” street sign will be installed at Clark & Catalpa.
The Edgewater Satellite Senior Center is Open!
The Edgewater Senior Center at the Broadway Armory is open M-F from 8:30am-4:30pm.
Celebrating BHM with Public Departments and Organizations
BHM activities at our schools, libraries, and parks.
After School Matters Programming is Back
After School Matters is accepting applications now for programs running Feb 26-May 11.
January 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read Chicagoland Games, Pete’s Pizza, and CircEsteem.
November 2023 Small Business Spotlight
Read about Edgewater Candles, First Sip Cafe, and Big Chicks.
October 2023 Small Business Spotlight
Read about DMApothecary, Jin Thai Cuisine, and Raven Theatre.