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Meet Alderman Debra Silverstein
Hello to all my friends and neighbors in the 50th Ward. I am always available and happy to help with any city needs. I hope to hear from you soon!
A Message from Alderman Silverstein
“The 50th Ward is the most diverse and wonderful neighborhood in the City of Chicago. There is nowhere else where you can visit an Indian restaurant, a Kosher bakery, and a Muslim bookstore all within a few blocks. If you live here, you know how great it is. If you don’t, come on up and see what the 50th Ward has to offer!”
Alderman Debra Silverstein
Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - 50th Ward Movie in the Park this Tuesday; Standing up to hate in Chicago; 50th Ward job fair; and more - mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-2phxa5om6t-2763016 ... See MoreSee Less
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I was honored to participate in yesterday’s fundraiser softball game between the Chicago Alders and the Chicago Police Knights Baseball Club. The Alders may have lost 16-6, but we were able to raise money for a good cause and build enhanced trust and cooperation between our legislators and police. Read more at: blockclubchicago.org/2026/08/28/cops-defeat-chicago-alders-handily-in-softball-were-going-to-reme... ... See MoreSee Less
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It was a pleasure to tour two wonderful Jewish community facilities in our neighborhood today.
I visited Midwest Refuah Health Center, which provides an expanding range of healthcare services, including pediatrics, family medicine, behavioral health, dentistry, and diagnostic imaging. I am grateful to see them provide accessible, high-quality care right here in our community
I also toured the new Peterson Park Kollel (Kollel Zichron Eliyahu), which is already becoming a neighborhood anchor and has created a place for learning, connection, and community.
I am so glad to see all of our local diverse communities thriving, growing, and investing in the future. ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you to everyone who came to the last outdoor office and ice cream social of the season at Rogers Park this week! It has been a very busy summer in the 50th Ward, with lots of community events. My favorite part of the job is getting to connect with my neighbors, and it was wonderful to be able to meet with so many of you over the past few months! Visit 50thward.org/events for more upcoming local events. I will see you out in the Ward! ... See MoreSee Less
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Public Safety Alert - A shooting occurred around 4 PM today on the 6500 block of N Sacramento Ave. A male victim was shot and is receiving medical treatment. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Area 3 Bureau of Detectives at (312) 744-8263. Thank you to the 24th District officers who responded quickly to the scene and are working to investigate this incident and keep our community safe. - mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/public-safety-alert ... See MoreSee Less
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Come to Rogers Park TOMORROW (Aug 25) from 4:30 - 6:00 PM for ice cream, popsicles, and conversation with the Alderman! We will be meeting at the north end of the park by Rockwell Ave. This is the last outdoor office and ice cream social of the season, so make sure to come out before it's too late! Find more summer events at 50thward.org/summer. - mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/rogers-ice-cream ... See MoreSee Less
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It was a pleasure to join my friends and neighbors yesterday for the annual India Independence Day parade on Devon Ave. The 50th Ward is home to a very large and vibrant Indian-American community, and I was very pleased to be able to join in the celebrations. Happy Independence Day to everyone! ... See MoreSee Less
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It was wonderful to visit Rogers school this morning and get to welcome so many of our young students back for the first day of school! Thank you to Principal Dana Schwarz and all the teachers, administrators, staff, custodians, and everyone working to make this a successful school year.
Hoping all of our local kids have a productive year and a fun first day of school! ... See MoreSee Less
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Chicago's 50th Ward Newsletter - Ice cream social & outdoor office hours this Tuesday; Arts on Devon Festival; welcoming 50th Ward students back to school; and more - mailchi.mp/50thwardchicago/chicagos-50th-ward-newsletter-2phxa5om6t-2762980 ... See MoreSee Less
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