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.
Under 'L' Activation Community Engagement
View the recordings of the RPM under ‘L’ Activation presentations and contribute your own feedback.
Ward Night Recap: Jan. 16, 2024 - LSC Elections
Watch the recording of our Jan 16, 2024 Ward Night about Local School Council elections.
Volunteer for the 48th Ward Shovel Squad
Join the 48th Ward Shovel Squad to help neighbors who need their walk shoveled or sign up to have your walk shoveled.
Chicago Recovery Grant Applications and Webinar
The Chicago DPD is accepting applications for Community Development Grants for more than $250,000 until February 16.
48th Ward & Nourishing Hope - Call for Volunteers
Volunteer to deliver food to folks in the community on Jan 20, 2024.
Toy Drive Goals Exceeded
Last month, over 440 Christmas gifts were donated and distributed to children in the 48th ward.
After School Matters Programming is Back
After School Matters is accepting applications now for programs running Feb 26-May 11.
Paid Time Off Ordinance Webinar Available on YouTube
Watch this webinar to get up to speed on the recently passed Paid Time Off Ordinance.
Foot Patrol Officers Returning to Argyle, Bryn Mawr, and Clark
Foot patrol officers are returning to 48th Ward commercial corridors
Winter Weather Parking Restrictions
As temperatures drop, keep an eye out for parking restrictions and road conditions.
48th Ward Businesses in the Chicago Reader "Best of Chicago" Poll
Over a dozen 48th ward businesses are nominated, especially in the Buy Local category.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Co-Sponsors Chi v. Hate Ordinance
Read information about hate incidents; what they are and how to report them.
January 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read Chicagoland Games, Pete’s Pizza, and CircEsteem.
Apply to Vote by Mail in the 2024 Primary Election
Chicago voters can apply now to vote by mail for the March 19, 2024 Primary Election.
Local School Council (LSC) Elections
Local School Council (LSC) elections are coming up — get involved!
Development Systems Update
Check out our new Development intake form and learn about our Development process.
Mental Health Crisis Response Resources from Thresholds
Thresholds offers mental health crisis intervention programs as an alternative to standard police intervention and psychiatric hospitalization.
2023 Year-in-Review Town Hall
Watch our 2023 Year-in-Review Town Hall.
Apply to serve on the CCPSA
The Chicago Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability is seeking diverse voices for Commissioner positions.
Pick Up a 2024 Calendar at the 48th Ward Office
Stop by the office at 1129 W Bryn Mawr to grab one of these handy magnetic calendars, including city holidays.