As Champaign's school district asked residents to accept millions of dollars in cost overruns for needed building renovations, dozens of district employees charged pricey staff dinners, flowers and more to taxpayers. ♦ State Police investigating use of district purchasing cards: 'I would say it's worth looking into anything that deals with public funds.' ♦ Superintendent on probe: 'I'm very concerned because if an individual is making a decision, it’s a reflection on the people leading the organization.’ read more