48th Ward Blog
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For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
Vivent Health+TPAN Opens New Chicago HIV Health Center Amid Threats of Severe Federal Budget Cuts to HIV Care
The new clinic opened amidst uncertaintly about the future of federal HIV funding.
Ward Night Recap: May 13, 2025
Overview of our May 13 ward night
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Signs Letter Calling for a Nationwide Search for New CTA President
Read the full letter.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Signs Letter Asking School Board to Stand by Resolution Calling for CPS CEO to Hold Educator License
Read the full letter.
Ald. Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth Passes Green Social Housing Initiative
Chicago now has the largest revolving loan fund for new housing in the country.
1454 W Victoria: Zoning Change Request Decision
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth will support the zoning change request for 1454 W Victoria.
Zoning Feedback Opportunity: 5259 N Clark
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 5259 N Clark
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 (FAQs)
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