The staffing shortage has turned into a crisis around the region, leading to dangerous conditions at some nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Elgin District U-46 won permission to replace five schools, and the Sugar Grove Public Library finally received permission to increase its operating taxes. But voters in 3 other Kane County school districts shot down requests to borrow money for building projects, as well as a police station and a park center.
Roselle Public Library officials remain in limbo after an election night cliffhanger: The difference between approval and rejection of a tax increase request is a mere 55 votes.