John Laesch wins the Aurora mayoral race, defeating incumbent Richard Irvin with 52.32% of the vote, promising city unity and sustainable infrastructure investment.

Laesch has said he wants to lower debt in the city; invest in green energy; and improve street lights, curbs and water lines.

Voters will choose Tuesday between the incumbent mayor and current alderman at large for the mayoral seat in Aurora.

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.

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