Alderman Debra Silverstein, 50th Ward

06/05/2026

Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - Summer in the 50th Ward; HomeGrown Purchase Assistance Program; happy Pride Month; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-2phxa5om6t-2762585

06/05/2026

I had a wonderful time with my neighbors yesterday at the Northtown Library for the first Ice Cream Social / Outdoor Office Hours of the season! Spending time as a community is the best way to enjoy the summer, and the ice cream just made it all the sweeter. Find more great upcoming 50th Ward events at 50thward.org/summer.

06/04/2026

Come to the Northtown Library at Pratt & Western for ice cream, popsicles, and conversation with the Alderman! We're here until 6:00 PM and ready to enjoy the summer with our 50th Ward neighbors!

06/04/2026

The City of Chicago is launching a new initiative to help eligible residents buy a home by providing assistance for down payments and closing costs. The HomeGrown Purchase Assistance Program will open to applicants on Monday, June 8, and will offer grants up to $70,000 for low to moderate income home buyers. Most of the 50th Ward is Zone A, with the exception of Census Tract 205 (near Warren Park) which is Zone B. For more information, visit www.chicago.gov/homegrown or contact (312) 744-3653.

06/03/2026

Calling all veterans! The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County is currently at the 50th Ward Office for our monthly Veterans Resources Day. Join us until 3 PM to meet individually with experts and get connected to resources tailored for veterans and their families.

05/29/2026

Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - Celebrate summer with your Alderman and your neighbors; Veterans Resource Day; police CAPS meetings; and more - https://mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-2phxa5om6t-2762550

05/28/2026

Weekly update from Alderman Debra Silverstein. For more info on local events and happenings, view the next 50th Ward weekly newsletter, which will be released tomorrow (May 29, 2026). Subscribe at 50thward.org.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Jamieson Elementary crossing guard Joe Sass on receiving the CPS Going Above and Beyond Award! Joe became a local sensation after selflessly carrying students through frozen floodwaters during January’s water main break to make sure they got to school safely. Thank you, Joe, for keeping our children safe each and every day and for going above and beyond for our community!

A longtime Chicago Public Schools crossing guard was honored on Tue...

05/27/2026

Today is Eid al-Adha, an important Islamic holiday. I would like to wish a joyous Eid to the 50th Ward’s entire Muslim community! Mubarak!

05/25/2026

Today is Memorial Day, when we honor the brave men and women of the U.S. military who gave their lives in service to our country. Let us remember their sacrifice and express our deepest gratitude to their families.