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.
PRESS RELEASE: Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Encourages Neighbors to Enroll in Free Lead Service Line Replacement Program
Enroll in the Free Lead Service Line Replacement program
Chicago Sun Times: The case for green-lighting green social housing in Chicago
Read the alderwoman’s recent opinion piece for the Chicago Sun Times
Celebrate Earth Month 2025!
Attend earth day events and connect with local sustainability organizations.
New 48th Ward Speed Cameras
Speed cameras are being installed near Park 559 and the Broadway Armory
48th Ward 2025 Street Sweeping Schedule
View the current 48th ward street sweeping map and schedule.
Zoning Feedback Opportunity: 1454 W Victoria
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 1454 W Victoria
Zoning Feedback Opportunity: 1353 W Devon
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 1353 W Devon.
Bickerdike (5853 N Broadway) Development Passes Chicago Planning Commission
The Chicago Plan Commission voted unanimously to approve this 100% affordable development.
We’re Hiring! Director of Planning & Infrastructure Job Listing
We’re hiring a Director of Planning & Infrastructure. Learn more.
Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure Proposal (2025 Participatory Budgeting Referendum)
Review the 2017 Bryn Mawr/Sheridan Redesign, this year’s PB referendum.
Vote in Participatory Budgeting 2025
Vote for 2025 projects online or in person!
Granville Traffic Safety - Overview of Project and Community Engagement Process
Review the plans and community engagement process for the Granville Traffic Safety project.
PRESS RELEASE: City Council Expected to Pass “Bob Newhart Way” Honorary Street Sign Ordinance.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth introduced the ordinance to celebrate Newhart’s legacy in Edgewater.
2025 Street & Alley Resurfacing
View a map of 2025 scheduled resurfacing projects.
Public Safety Update: 6000 Block of Kenmore (March, 2025)
Read about our recent work to reduce violence on the 6000 Block of N Kenmore
Meet the Bryn Mawr Alliance
Bryn Mawr Alliance Mission, Vision, and Bios
We’re Hiring! Summer Events Internship Description
We’re hiring a 2025 Summer Events Intern. Learn more.
Construction Updates: March 6, 2025
DWM sewer main replacement, RPM road closures
Ward Night Recap: March 4, 2025
Read a brief summary of our March 4 ward night meeting.
Celebrating Women’s History Month 2025
Learn with CPL, CPD, and CPS and celebrate Aurie Pennick!