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.
Construction Updates: May 16, 2024
resurfacing, sidewalks, alley aprons, curbs & gutters
Development Feedback Opportunity: 4920 N Sheridan
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 4920 N Sheridan
Celebrating One Year in Office!
Celebrate one year with us and check out our team mission statement and values
Virtual Town Hall Recap: May 15, 2024 - Mid-Year Review
Watch the recording of our May 15, 2024 Town Hall
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.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Joins Guaranteed Income Advisory Group and Taskforce on Innovation and Technology
Read more about the two city-wide initiatives
Construction Updates: May 8, 2024
be advised of upcoming construction in the ward
5221 N Broadway (Sploot): Zoning Change Request Decision
Notice of Zoning Change Request decision for 5221 N Broadway.
48th Ward Mission Statement and Values
Read the 48th ward office values and mission statement
COVID-19 Tests Available at the 48th Ward Office
Pick up COVID tests at 1129 W Bryn Mawr
Neighborhood Services Director Angel Rubi Navarijo Appointed to the CCPSA
Angel Rubi Navarijo is one of seven highly-qualified individuals appointed to the CCPSA
May Day’s Roots are in Chicago
Learn about how International Workers’ Day began in Chicago.
5920 N Ridge (The Mabel): Zoning Change Request Decision
Read about Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth’s meeting with the developers at 5920 N Ridge
Construction Updates: May 1, 2024
be advised of upcoming construction in the ward
5356 N Sheridan (Wing Hoe) Demolition Update
The property, which has posed a hazard, is being demolished.
48 Unhoused Neighbors were Housed via AMEs in the Last Year
Read about efforts to provide stable housing for unhoused neighbors
Pick up Brookfield Zoo Passes at the 48th Ward Office
Pick up a Brookfield Zoo pass while supplies last
Development Feedback Opportunity: 6320 N Broadway (Bakeree)
Give feedback on the proposed development at 6320 N Broadway
Bryn Mawr Welcomes New Businesses
Read about the new businesses on Bryn Mawr