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.
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!
Welcome New School Board Members!
Welcome to our new School Board members in the 2nd and 4th Districts!
Elected School Board Voter Information
Information on the upcoming school board elections.
Voting Information for the Nov 2024 Election
Information about voting in the upcoming 2024 election.
“I CARRY NARCAN” Buttons and Narcan Available at the 48th Ward Office
Stop by our office to pick up Narcan and "I CARRY NARCAN" buttons at no cost.
Filming Notice: Aug 4-12, 2024
Berger Park filming will depict fictional emergency scenes.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Co-Sponsors “Stop Hate Littering” Ordinance
Read information about the “Stop Hate Littering” ordinance.
2025 Chicago Budget Roundtables
Upcoming 2025 Budget Roundtables, including July 25 event at Truman College.
Early Voting Has Begun at Edgewater Library!
Vote TODAY through March 19 at the Edgewater Library!
Early Voting Has Begun Downtown!
Election Day is March 19 and you can vote right NOW downtown!
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Co-Sponsors Chi v. Hate Ordinance
Read information about hate incidents; what they are and how to report them.
Apply to Vote by Mail in the 2024 Primary Election
Chicago voters can apply now to vote by mail for the March 19, 2024 Primary Election.