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.
Introducing: Green Social Housing
A message from Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth about Green Social Housing
City of Chicago Website Now Available in 249 Languages
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Granville Traffic Safety: 2nd Meeting Recap
Read about our second Granville traffic safety meeting.
Connecting Communities on Broadway
Read information about the ongoing multi-ward project.
Construction Updates: February 11, 2025
Lighting installation, DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures
CCPSA Approves New General Order G01-11
The order sets guidelins for how CPD engages with the community commission and district councils.
48th Ward Green Council: February 2025 Meeting Recap
Read a summary of our February 6 Green Council meeting.
Construction Updates: February 5, 2025
Lighting installation, DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures
Reader Best of Chicago 2024 - 48th Ward Winners
Congratulations to 48th ward winners!
48th Ward Beat Meetings - 2025
See all 2025 beat meeting details for beats in the 48th ward.
Ridge/Hollywood Sewer Main Replacement Project
Read about this $8 million investment in 48th ward infrastructure
Celebrating Black History Month 2025
Celebrate with Chicago institutions, black-owned businesses, and community organizations.
Connecting Communities on Broadway - Overview of Community Engagement Process and Project Framework
Community engagement overview and project details
Construction Updates: January 29, 2025
DWM sewer main replacement, RPM Road Closures
Broadway Armory Open Gym Schedule
Teen and general open gym schedule
Senn Park Nature Play Space - Community Engagement
Submit ideas and feedback for the Senn Park Nature Play Space
Tree Grid Update
Tree trimming crews will be in the ward every Thursday.
Reaffirming Chicago’s Sanctuary City Status
Call 1-855-435-7693 for 24-hour support.
City Council Update: Sanctuary City Status, Speed Limit, CTA Leadership
updates related to immigration, speed limits, and CTA Leadership
Edgewater Glen Receives Historic District Designation
Congratulations to all of the neighbors who worked tirelessly on this effort!