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.
August 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read about Rad Pop! Vintage Emporium and their Edgewater 20-Minute walkable vintage map.
Construction Updates: August 28, 2024
DLSD resurfacing, Berwyn greenway, parks improvments, RPM
Heat Advisory Resources
Take care of yourself and others during excessive heat
Construction Updates: August 21, 2024
Berwyn Greenway, Make Way for People, Alleys, Hollywood, and more!
Ward Night Recap: August 15, 2024
Notes from our August 15 ward night meeting
Coming Soon: Berwyn Neighborhood Greenway
The Berwyn Greenway till connect the North Shore Channel Trail to the Lakefront Trail.
Infrastructure Town Hall
Read about major 48th ward infrastructure projects.
Construction Updates: August 14, 2024
Margate Park, Hollywood, Kenmore, Alleys, RPM, and more!
Construction Updates: August 7, 2024
Sidewalks, completed projects, traffic circle, RPM, and more!
Loyola Move-in Parking Information - Fall 2024
Loyola move-in parking restrictions and community information
Ward Night Recap: August 1, 2024
Notes from our August 1 ward night meeting
Filming Notice: Aug 4-12, 2024
Berger Park filming will depict fictional emergency scenes.
July 2024 Small Business Spotlight
Read about Eli Tea Bar, Kie-Gol-Lanee, and Chicago Mosaic School
Construction Updates: July 31, 2024
Sidewalks, Green Alley, Reminders of Ongoing Work, CTA
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Co-Sponsors Resolution Celebrating Centro Romero’s 40th Anniversary
Read the resolution celebrating Centro Romero.
Edgewater SSA 26 Seeking Bike Rack and Mural Locations
Request a bike rack or mural for your business.
Meet the New 24th and 20th District Commanders
Meeting Commanders Alison Christian and Beth Giltmier
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Co-Sponsors “Stop Hate Littering” Ordinance
Read information about the “Stop Hate Littering” ordinance.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month 2024
Disability Pride Month resources and events!
Submit Feedback on the Proposal to Rename Park 517 “Interfaith Park”
The deadline to submit feedback is Saturday, August 24.