The Joliet city manager says the City Council could vote in May on a proposal to eliminate paid parking on downtown streets.

The public can see the city of Joliet's proposal for redevelopment around the Gateway center and add suggestions at a May 14 open house.

A large crowd turned out Thursday to DeKalb High School for legislative updates with U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood. She spoke on several topics including immigration and whether she's considering a Senate run for retiring Democrat Dick Durbin's seat.

The Joliet Area Historical Museum was recently honored by The Illinois Association of Museums by winning its highest award.

The city of Joliet provided media tours of the former MyGrain Brewing Co. space in Union Station hoping publicity will draw more potential developers.

The Joliet Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee decides on a slogan and logo as it attempts to draw in the public for development of a city comprehensive plan.

This year's projects are part of Will County’s five-year Transportation Improvement Plan, mapping out $662 million in local infrastructure spending. 

The public is invited as a citizens committee on Joliet's comprehensive plan meets at 11 a.m. at City Hall.

Mayor Terry D’Arcy will make a state of the city speech at a May 28 luncheon for the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce and Industry.