48th Ward Blog
Welcome to the 48th ward blog! Here you will find information about ways to get involved in the community, current Development projects, Press Releases from our office, Ward Night recaps, and Construction information, among other topics. Use the Blog Categories menu below to select categories of interest.
For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
Celebrating Older Adults Month
In 2025, we’re flipping the script on aging.
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month 2025
Learn more about Jewish American Heritage this May
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Help is available. Access local mental health resources.
Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month 2025
Celebrate AANHPI Heritage this May.
2025 Spring Construction
construction projects scheduled for spring 2025
Participatory Budgeting 2025 Results!
See the list of winning projects for PB 2025
Hazel Johnson Cumulative Impacts Ordinance
Overview of the proposed Cumulative Impacts Ordinance
Your Broadway Drawing Contest
What do you want Broadway to look like in 50 years!
Government Transparency Resources
Access open data and other transparency resources
Pedestrian Safety Improvements on Sheridan Road
Detailed list of safety improvements
Projects Funded Through Menu 2024
Explanation of menu funding and list of 2024 menu projects
Broadway Land Use - Frequently Asked Questions
An announcement and frequently asked questions regarding the Broadway Land Use Planning Initiative
Meet the 2025 Zoning Advisory Council
Meet the members of the 48th Ward Zoning Advisory Council for 2025
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.