Mayor-elect John Laesch’s official transition committee is being tasked with making sure there is a smooth transfer of city ...

Irvin has been the western suburb's mayor since 2017. During the runoff campaign, Laesch received strong support from key Illinois Democrats, including former Gov. Pat Quinn.

City Councilman John Laesch defeated incumbent Richard Irvin to be elected mayor of Aurora, Illinois Tuesday. Irvin publicly conceded the race Tuesday night. "So as I serve out my last month as ...

In the Aurora mayoral race, incumbent Richard Irvin and challenger John Laesch have both received notable endorsements ahead of the April 1 consolidated election. Irvin, a lawyer who was born and ...

Challenger John Laesch was upbeat in declaring victory shortly before 10 p.m. “Tonight, the candle of hope burns a little brighter in our city our state and across the United States of America ...

Irvin was aiming to maintain his seat for a third term by besting area Alderman John Laesch, who Irvin defeated in 2021, but voters decided otherwise. With 99% of precincts reporting, Laesch had ...

AURORA, Ill. (WLS) -- Many suburban communities voted on key leadership positions Tuesday. With over 50 races being decided in Kane County, Clerk Jack Cunningham said earlier Tuesday that more ...