The Daily Herald has officially endorsed Mayor Richard Irvin for re-election, recognizing his proven leadership, economic vision, and commitment to revitalizing Aurora. As Irvin seeks a third term, his track record speaks for itself—Aurora is growing, thriving, and positioned for a stronger future under his leadership. A Vision for Economic Growth & Revitalization Since taking […]

Aurora, IL — On Sunday, August 18th, Mayor Richard C. Irvin announced his campaign to earn a third term as mayor of Aurora, looking to build upon his achievements in the role over the past seven and a half years. His leadership is bringing his hometown to new heights in economic development, education, and public

Aurora, IL – For the first time in city history, Mayor Richard C. Irvin and Aurora raised the Tejano flag over One Aurora Plaza, honoring the accomplishments of the Tejano population in the city. Tejanos are people of Mexican descent who emigrated from Mexico to the Grand Valley in Texas, with many coming to Aurora

Aurora, IL – June 19th, 2024, marks the 159th anniversary of enslaved people in Galveston, Texas learning they had been freed following the end of the Civil War, thus beginning the generational struggle for equality for black Americans. To commemorate the day, Mayor Richard C. Irvin helped lead the Annual Scheketa Hart-Burns flag-raising ceremony at

Aurora, IL – For the 17th year in a row, Valley Honda dealership in Aurora was awarded the President’s Award, the highest recognition from the American Honda Motor Company for excellence in customer service and sales performance. On June 18th, Mayor Richard C. Irvin joined the employee-owned business for their presentation of the prestigious award.

Aurora, IL – In celebration of embracing one’s individuality and supporting Aurora’s LGBTQ+ community, Mayor Richard C. Irvin helped lead the city’s Pride festivities, a full slate of events and activities over the weekend in the city, capped off with the 5th annual Pride Parade with nearly 10,000 people in attendance. To kick off the

Aurora, IL – During their June Leadership Conference in Chicago, Mayor Richard C. Irvin and the National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW) National President Virginia W. Harris discussed the opportunity to bring the nationally recognized non-profit organization dedicated to empowering black women and girls to Aurora. Their addition to the city will help inspire

Aurora, IL – With mental health cases rising nationwide, Mayor Richard C. Irvin welcomed the ALIVE Center’s “Center for Teens” to their new location inside the New England Congregational Church. The award-winning non-profit’s trademarked “Teen-Led Teen-Driven” model offers community and mentorship to teens throughout the city, fostering the youth to become confident, impassioned, and resilient

Aurora, IL – On Wednesday, May 29th, the black-owned manufacturing company Kamflex became the newest addition to the thriving business community of Aurora. Mayor Richard C. Irvin partook in the ceremonial ribbon-cutting alongside the executives of Kamflex, a powerful moment as the city’s first black mayor in its nearly 180-year history, made even more significant

Aurora, IL – On the last Monday in May, Mayor Richard C. Irvin and the city of Aurora came together to commemorate service members who died protecting our nation with the annual Memorial Day Parade. From local businesses to youth organizations, Mayor Irvin walked in and helped lead the parade through the streets of downtown