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.
Recycle Your Christmas Tree at Margate Park
Turn your Christmas tree into free mulch!
Free 2025 Calendars Available at the 48th Ward Office
Pick up a magnetic calendar for 2025 with city holidays pre-highlighted!
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.
Museum Pass Available at 48th Ward Office
Visit Chicago museums absolutely free!
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.
Construction Updates: December 18, 2024
Bryn Mawr street reconstruction completed, Argyle closure, other RPM construction
Bryn Mawr Alliance Update: Mission, Subcommittees, & Engagement
Read the new Bryn Mawr Alliance Mission statement and join a subcommittee.
Connecting Communities on Broadway 2: Recap
See the proposed plans and share your feedback.
City Council Passes 2025 Budget
The council voted 27-23 in favor of the proposed budget.
Budget Update: December 11, 2024
Updates from the latest budget hearings and council meetings.
Construction Updates: December 11, 2024
811, RPM Road & Alley Closures
Vote 48 in the Reader Best of Chicago 2024 Poll!
Vote for your favorite 48th ward businesses and neighbors.
48th Ward Green Council: December Meeting Recap
Read a summary of our December 5 Green Council meeting.
Budget Update: December 5, 2024
Read about the most recent round of budget hearings.
Construction Updates: December 4, 2024
RPM Road & Alley Closures
5830 N Broadway: Zoning Change Request Decision
Alderwoman Manaa-Hoppenworth will support the zoning change request for 5830 N Broadway.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Cosponsors Resolution Calling for an Assessment of the Impact of the Impending Trump Administration on city resources.
Read more about the Dec. 1 Resolution
Extreme Cold Weather Resources
Resources for staying safe in extreme cold weather
48th Ward Budget Briefing - Nov. 25, 2024
2025 Budget Briefing with the Better Govt. Association